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Pope Francis decries how ‘the unborn with disabilities are aborted’ in throwaway culture
The pope warned “the throwaway culture” turns into “a culture of death” when people “presume to be able to establish... Read more
Pope Francis: All countries should promote family-friendly policies
The pope was addressing members of the Pontifical Academy of Social Sciences. Read more
Pope Francis gives new Vatican role to Cardinal Turkson
The pope accepted Turkson’s resignation as head of Vatican’s social development office in December. Read more
Pope Francis names Jeffrey Sachs to pontifical academy
Sachs has been a frequent visitor to the Vatican in recent years. Read more
Vatican announces launch of Catholic ‘global compact’ on the family
The project is part of the Amoris Laetitia Family Year. Read more
Pope Francis: 'The common good has become global'
Pope Francis called on nations to work toward a global common good Thursday, particularly in confronting climate change, human trafficking,... Read more
Muslims who interpret Quran peacefully 'find a strong ally' in the Church
A Vatican bishop spoke out last week stressing that while few Muslims are terrorists, there are passages in the Quran... Read more
Vatican bails on questionable anti-human trafficking initiative (Updated)
Faithful to its commitment against human trafficking, the Holy See has left the board of an initiative it helped to... Read more
Pope Francis' match for peace thrills with positive message
Players, singers and sponsors who participated in Pope Francis' interreligious match for peace have praised him for the idea, stating... Read more
