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Don't waste your life seeking 'empty thrills', Pope tells youth
For young people who have given up on life, or who waste their existence seeking out “empty thrills,” Pope Francis... Read more
The humble speak for God, Pope says at Czestochowa
Those who embrace their own littleness become the “spokespersons” of God, Pope Francis said during Mass at the shrine of... Read more
French pilgrims pedal their way to World Youth Day
Pilgrims from across the globe travel to World Youth Day by plane, train and automobile. But not Victor Jacquemont, Antoine... Read more
Syrian brothers reunite at WYD, and ask the world to pray
Among the hundreds of thousands of pilgrims at World Youth Day are two brothers, recently reunited. Read more
In first balcony talk, Pope tells youth to 'make chaos'
On his first night in Krakow Pope Francis was already stirring things up with participants in WYD by hosting an... Read more
Even a former Obama staffer thinks the Democratic platform is extreme
The Democratic Party platform has drawn the ire of critics – including a member of Barack Obama’s former campaign –... Read more
Tim Kaine draws ire over flip-flop on Hyde Amendment
Democratic vice presidential candidate Tim Kaine has reportedly changed his mind on a long-standing policy preventing government funding of most... Read more
What Pope Francis told young immigrants in Texas
As thousands of youth gather in Krakow this week for World Youth Day with Pope Francis, hundreds of undocumented immigrants... Read more
Nun who escaped with her life talks about ISIS attack in France
Sister Danielle, one of the religious who was held hostage by ISIS at a church in France, was able to... Read more
Francis to Polish leaders: Remember the past, but look to the future
After landing in Krakow on Wednesday, Pope Francis told Polish leaders to take a look at their history and use... Read more
En route to Krakow, Pope says world is at war, but it's not a war of religions
On the flight to Poland for World Youth Day, Pope Francis on Wednesday responded to recent violence across the globe... Read more
The story of Poland's majestic 'underground salt cathedral'
Located just southeast of Krakow, the Wieliczka salt mine is famous for many things – most notably its underground chapels,... Read more
Leaked e-mails show DNC meetings with anti-religious freedom project
Leaked emails from the Democratic National Committee show efforts to arrange a meeting with a key NGO working to end... Read more
Tim Kaine, a Catholic VP? Bishops voice their concerns
After Senator Tim Kaine, a Catholic from Virginia, was named Hillary Clinton’s running mate last week, several bishops spoke out... Read more
French bishops declare day of fasting after priest's murder
In response to the murder of Father Jacques Hamel by believed Islamic State sympathizers, the French bishops have designated Friday,... Read more
Pope Francis to pray at John Paul II's tomb with kids who have cancer
Before taking off for WYD in Krakow, Pope Francis will pray at the tomb of St. John Paul II alongside... Read more
Let the fire of faith enkindle the world, cardinal tells WYD pilgrims
Cardinal Stanislaw Dziwisz’s welcome to World Youth Day pilgrims on Tuesday had a stirring reminder: it is up to them... Read more
Pope Francis goes to Krakow tomorrow – here's what to watch for
Many special moments are anticipated during Pope Francis' visit to Poland this week for World Youth Day, especially considering his... Read more
From Philadelphia, prayers for a better country as DNC meets
As Democratic Party leaders met to choose a presidential nominee and party platform, Philadelphia’s Catholic basilica hosted an interreligious prayer... Read more
Pope condemns 'absurd violence' after priest is killed in French church
Pope Francis has decried the “absurd violence” which has left an elderly priest dead after his church in northern France... Read more
