News for Pope Pope Francis send letter to Argentinian Jews on AMIA bombingPope sends letter to Argentine Jewish political umbrella group head of 25th anniversary of attack on Jewish center in which 85 murdered. Is it good for the Jews? A litmus test for good governmentThe relationship between bad governance and unfair treatment of Jews is easily traced. It may start with the Jews, but it doesn't end there. Pope: Anti-Semitic Christians 'reject own origins'Pope Francis laments 'outbreak of anti-Semitic attacks in various countries.' 'An excessive and depraved hatred is taking root.'Pope condemns synagogue shooting as 'inhuman act'Pope Francis addresses mass-shooting at Jewish house of prayer which left 11 dead, calling massacre 'an inhuman act of violence.' Of 280 churches, only 10 will be spared - the end of Christian EuropeChristianity is dying in Holland. Islam is alive and well. 'Yesh Atid wants to join Netanyahu government'Zionist Union chairman slams Yesh Atid party, says his is the 'only option' for replacing PM Netanyahu.Pope: ‘Never forget the Shoah’"It should be a warning of an obligation to reconciliation, of reciprocal comprehension and love toward our ‘elder brothers,’ the Jews." Serial cancellation? Argentinian team nixed meeting with PopeEven before cancellation of friendly match with Israel, Argentinian national team cancelled preplanned meeting with Pope, born in Argentina.Rabbi clarifies video of singing in front of popeSinging and dancing began 'spontaneously without my foreknowledge or consent.' Pope speaks about Holocaust Memorial DayOn International Holocaust Memorial Day, EJC President Kantor meets with the Pope at the Vatican and gives him a blessing for his home.Pope, religious leaders meet for peace talksPope holds, 'World Day of Prayer,' speaks of peace with religious leaders of all faiths, and says that Islam is not terrorism. Pope's 'intense' relationship with married womanLetters received by BBC document how Pope John Paul II held a 30-year-old eyebrow-raising relationship with a woman. Pope Hails Iran Nuclear DealSpeaking Sunday, Pope Francis hailed the pending nuclear deal with Iran as 'a definitive step toward a more secure and fraternal world.' Kotel Rabbi Tells Pope: 'We Have Returned Home'Rabbi says Jews merited great miracle to return home after scorn of exile, quotes prophets on world learning Torah from Israel. Police Arrest 'Extremists' For Anti-Pope NoticesFreedom of expression lost in Jerusalem as two youths arrested for 'crime' of posting notices, distanced for 'disruptive intentions.' Vatican Says Pope to Demand 'Sovereign Palestine'Vatican's Secretary of State says pope during visit will talk about 'Palestinian right to sovereign, independent homeland.' Police Turn to Court to Stop Pope ProtestsDespite IDF refusal to give order distancing Jewish minor from Jerusalem, police turn to court - and were rejected. Church Official: Arrest Rabbi GinsburghIf Israel is serious about eliminating 'price tag' attacks, mass arrests - including of rabbis - are needed, a top church official said Pope To 'Recognize Palestine'?PA, Arab Christian officials say pope is starting his visit in Bethlehem in order to send a political message. Pope Plans Full State VisitThe Pope's upcoming visit to Israel will be a full state visit, with meetings set with the Prime Minister, President, and Chief Rabbis King David's Tomb to Remain in Israel's HandsThe Prime Minister's Office calls reports that Mount Zion will be transferred to the Vatican 'fundamental lies.' MK to Pope: Stop Christian Arab IDF RecruitmentMK Basel Ghattas submits plea to Vatican to stem rise in Christian Arab recruitment to IDF before upcoming visit. Abbas to Christians: Visit PA During Papal VisitPA Chairman, ever the opportunist, uses reports of Papal visit to encourage PA tourism, rally for more international support. Pope's First Holy Land Trip: 'in May'Pope Francis is to make a brief visit to Israel and the territories occupied by the Palestinian Authority. Pope Francis Launches Anti-War CampaignAs US President Obama campaigns for support for military intervention in Syria, Catholic leader rallies opposition. Pope: 'True Christian Cannot Be Anti-Semite'"Because of our common roots, a true Christian cannot be anti-Semitic," says Pope Francis.Pope Francis Extends Passover GreetingsPope Francis extends Passover wishes to Jewish community in a gesture aimed at strengthening relations between the two religions. Peres to New Pope: Come to IsraelPresident Peres congratulated the new pope on being chosen for the office at a meeting with Church leaders Thursday. New Pope Said to Have Good Relations With JewsThe Roman College of Cardinals on Monday evening elected Jorge Bergoglio, the Archbishop of Buenos Aires, as its new Pope PM Netanyahu Thanks Pope Ahead of RetirementPM Netanyahu sent a letter to outgoing Pope Benedict XVI thanking him for his work on behalf of strengthening interfaith ties. Chief Rabbis Laud Pope for Fighting Anti-SemitismIsrael’s chief rabbis respond to the surprise resignation of Pope Benedict XVI, say that he worked hard to fight anti-Semitism. Rabbis: Hope Next Pope Will Fight Hate, TooThe European Rabbinical Council said that it hoped that Pope Benedict's replacement would continue to fight anti-Semitism as the Pope didPope Benedict XVI Announces ResignationPope Benedict XVI announced on Monday that he will be resigning from his post on Feb 28. Christian Leader to Ask Pope: Recognize PalestineThe Melkite Greek Catholic Church leader will ask the pope to recognize the Palestinian state when he visits Lebanon. Yad Vashem Softens Criticism of Pope Pius XIIYad Vashem has modified its account of Pope Pius XII’s actions toward the Jews during WWII, following a long diplomatic dispute. Church In Cuba Seeks To Consolidate Own PresenceThe Catholic Church in Poland is seeking to exploit the weakened state of the Communist regime in Cuba. Pope Quiet on PA CleansingPope meets Palestinian Authority chairman at Vatican, avoids public fuss over PA’s systematic anti-Christian violence. Pope Absolves Jews of BlamePope Benedict XVI blames the 'Temple Aristocracy' for the crucifixion, absolving the Jews of collective guilt.Papal Session Blasts JewsPope Benedict XVI convened bishops to discuss Muslim terror against Christians, kicked things off with a swipe at Israel's loyalty pledge. Vatican: No Hostility to JewsThe Vatican sought Wednesday to calm the fury of European Jewry over its move to advance the beatification of WWII Pope Pius XII. Obama Turns to Pope on MideastU.S. President Barack Obama is turning to the Pope to back his vision of a new Arab state on all of Judea and Samaria and eastern Jerusalem.Pope To Reveal Hidden Jews?Anti-assimilation org says Pope’s consent to “consider” revealing names of hidden Holocaust Jewish children has led to “flood” of requests.Peres Greets Pope at HomePrior to his visit in Yad Vashem, the Pope called on Pres. Peres in Jerusalem. "Peace" was the theme of the speeches. |
