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Bishop Zaidan on Political Transition and Beginning of a New Chapter in Syria
"As Syria starts a new chapter in its rich history, I urge the United States and the international community to keep the people of Syria in prayer and to closely monitor...
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Pope Francis
Pope asks that theology be 'accessible,' not polarizing
Pope Francis emphasized the importance of making theology accessible to diverse audiences, particularly middle-aged individuals seeking renewed meaning and truth.
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Pope Francis
Amid Christmas and Jubilee preparations, prepare your hearts, pope says
Pope Francis had a full weekend with regular audiences and a consistory to create new cardinals Dec. 7 and a Mass with the new cardinals the next morning. But he did not...
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Vatican
New cardinals from 17 nations are called to build church unity, pope says
Pope Francis created 21 new cardinals, urging them to keep Jesus at the center of their lives and ministries -- and to stay humble.
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Vatican
Vatican launches virtual College of Cardinal 'dashboard'
The Vatican created an interactive dashboard to view the College of Cardinals.
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USCCB President on Anniversary of Ukraine’s Voluntary Relinquishing of Its Nuclear Arsenal
Archbishop Broglio has issued a statement commemorating the thirtieth anniversary of Ukraine’s voluntary relinquishing of its nuclear arsenal, highlighting the country’s...
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Jubilee 2025
'Pilgrims of Hope': Vatican prepares to welcome millions for Holy Year
"During the Holy Year, we are called to be tangible signs of hope for those of our brothers and sisters who experience hardships of any kind," Pope Francis said in his...
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Pope Francis
Homilies must be short, about Jesus, inspired by the Spirit, pope says
Preaching must always be inspired by prayer, centered on Jesus and less than 10 minutes long, Pope Francis said during his weekly general audience talk.
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Jubilee 2025
Preparations begin for opening Holy Doors at Vatican, Rome basilicas
The Holy Year 2025 officially begins on Christmas Eve when Pope Francis opens the Holy Door in St. Peter's Basilica.
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Pope Francis
Lighten burdens by making room for the Lord, pope says at Angelus
Pope Francis urges Christians to overcome fear and sadness by trusting in Jesus' saving love and by being hopeful and vigilant during Advent.