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Pope Francis
Catholic universities must be more than a business, pope says
Faith, a search for truth, respect for human dignity and a desire to help every student discover his or her vocation should set Catholic universities apart, the pope told...
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Pope Francis
Lust, pornography poison God's gifts of sexuality, love, pope says
Pope Francis continued his series of catechesis on virtues and vices by discussing the perils of lust.
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Pope Francis
Social media in flames: Pope targeted for not preaching fire and brimstone
Reaction was strong to Pope Francis' statement that he hoped hell would be empty.
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‘Thoroughly Surround Mothers in Need with Loving Support,’ says Bishop Burbidge, Marking Anniversary of Roe v. Wade
Human life remains gravely threatened by legalized abortion in most states and it continues to be aggressively promoted at the federal level, said Bishop Michael F...
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Pope Francis
The sick, and the world, need 'therapy' of love, pope says in message
Pope Francis has issued his message for the 2024 observance of the World Day of the Sick, which is Feb. 11, the feast of Our Lady of Lourdes.
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Religious Liberty
Catholics Play a Vital Role in Defending Religious Freedom, Says Bishop Rhoades in Newly Released Religious Liberty Report
As the United States marks Religious Freedom Day today, the Committee for Religious Liberty of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) issued its first annual...
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Pope Francis
Pope says he's not thinking of resigning, talks about blessings
In a 50-minute interview on Italian television Sunday night, Pope Francis spoke about his office, God's love, hell, war and the recent document about blessings.
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Ecumenical and Interreligious Affairs
Bishop Bambera Urges Christians to Unite and Pray for Peace During Week of Prayer for Christian Unity
The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity is observed annually by the Catholic Church between January 18 and 25.
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Vatican
Canopy over main altar of St. Peter's Basilica to undergo restoration
The baldachin, designed by Baroque master Gian Lorenzo Bernini, has stood over the tomb of St. Peter since 1634 and will be restored for the first time in more than 250...
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Week of Prayer for Christian Unity
Week of Prayer for Christian Unity: Celebrating gifts while focused on goal
A view from the Vatican on ecumenical relations in preparation for the celebration of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity Jan. 18-25.