Archive for September 23, 2013

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By Elise Harris

Peace the only solution, Pope says in wake of Pakistan bombing

Pope Francis condemned a massive suicide bombing at a Christian Church in Pakistan over the weekend, calling the violence unacceptable... Read more

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Houma-Thibodaux diocese in Louisiana receives new bishop

Pope Francis appointed Bishop Shelton J. Fabre head of the Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux today, and accepted the resignation of Bishop... Read more

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Pope expresses good will to Muslims in letter to Sunni imam

Pope Francis has indicated respect “for Islam and Muslims” in a letter to the head of the main cultural institution... Read more

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Columnist calls for 'life-giving' community among single laity

Amid rising numbers of people living alone, the Church must help build relationships and community with those who are not... Read more

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By Adelaide Mena

Bishops voice support for marriage, religious freedom bill

American bishops have praised a recent bill in the House of Representatives that would protect those who share the Church’s... Read more

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Supreme Knight rejects idea of contrast between Francis, Benedict

Media narratives about Pope Francis have lead to a misunderstanding of his interview with Jesuit magazines, as well as a... Read more

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Military archbishop stresses faithful ministry for chaplains

In ministering to gay individuals, Catholic chaplains must share Christ’s love and mercy, without being forced to condone same-sex relationships,... Read more