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Why this bishop thinks moral leadership will bridge the racial divide

Aug 11, 2016

With the second anniversary of riots in Ferguson, Mo., this week, Bishop Edward Braxton of Belleville has noted the downfalls... Read more

Police and protesters await the grand jury announcement in the Michael Brown case Nov. 24, 2014 in Ferguson, MO.

What the Church can do about the powder keg of US racial tensions

Nov 26, 2014

By Matt Hadro

Beneath the ongoing unrest in Ferguson, Missouri, are deep-rooted societal conflicts that are boiling over, say local leaders, and the... Read more

Protestors held candles as they shouted hands up during a protest in Ferguson.

Reject 'false hope' of violence, archbishop implores after Ferguson ruling

Nov 25, 2014

By Matt Hadro

The Archbishop of St. Louis rejected violent responses to a grand jury’s decision not to indict a Ferguson police officer... Read more

Protestors held candles as they shouted hands up during a protest in Ferguson.

St. Louis archbishop urges prayer in face of Ferguson violence

Aug 19, 2014

Following more than a week of protests after the death of an African-American teen, the Archdiocese of St. Louis is... Read more

Parishioners from Bl Teresa of Calcutta parish in Ferguson, Mo., gathered for a prayer vigil for peace after the killing of Michael Brown on Aug. 9.

Calls for peace abound after shooting of Missouri teenager

Aug 16, 2014

By Adelaide Mena

Amid protests and heavy police action following the shooting of the teenaged Michael Brown in Ferguson, Mo., political and faith... Read more

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