Bush, pope meet in Vatican Gardens for private talks

VATICAN CITY (CNS) – In a cordial and festive visit to the Vatican, U.S. President George W. Bush met with Pope Benedict XVI in the lush Vatican Gardens for private talks, an informal stroll and a choral performance by the Sistine Chapel Choir.

Cardinal DiNardo appointed to Pontifical Council for Migrants and Travelers

VATICAN CITY (CNS) – Pope Benedict XVI appointed U.S. Cardinal Daniel N. DiNardo of Galveston-Houston and Cardinal John P. Foley, grand master of the Knights of the Holy Sepulcher, to posts in the Roman Curia.

Shepherd’s Cup golf tourney helps provide seminarians with invaluable opportunities

KINGWOOD – During the Shepherd’s Cup Charity Golf Classic at the Clubs of Kingwood, shepherds-in-training may be spotted hitting the links, volunteering in the clubhouse and welcoming guests for the day of fun.