“The South Sudanese people have suffered too much these past years and are awaiting—with great hope—a better future, especially the permanent end of conflicts and a long-lasting peace,” Pope Francis said.
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U.S. bishops debate how to integrate Pope Francis’ broader pro-life focus
Proposed changes to a bishops’ letter introducing “Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship,” reveal concerns that segments of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops are not fully on board with Francis’ now six-year-old papacy.
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U.S.C.C.B criticizes ‘unfortunate myth’ in new book that they resist Pope Francis
In a statement issued late Nov. 7, James Rogers, the USCCB’s chief communications officer, took issue with Ivereigh’s account.
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Pope Francis on prison systems: ‘We will be judged on this’
Pope Francis urged greater efforts to reform prison systems, address the root causes of crime and ensure acceptance and reintegration once a person completes his or her sentence.
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Pope Francis expected to take aim at new arms race during Japan trip
During his Nov. 20-26 visit to Thailand and Japan, Pope Francis will deliver a message at the “hypocenter” or ground zero park in Nagasaki and will hold a meeting for peace later that day at the peace memorial in Hiroshima.
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Ohio Senate bills will ‘give more babies a second chance,’ supporters say
The Ohio state senate passed by a vote of 24-9, “The Born-Alive Infant Protection Act,” which would require any child born alive following an abortion to receive the same medical care as any newborn.
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European bishops mark 30th anniversary of fall of Berlin Wall
Demolition of the already damaged wall began officially in June 1990 and was completed in November 1991.
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Pope Francis says success in protecting ozone layer offers lessons for the future
The pope’s message was addressed to those attending a meeting of state parties to the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer.
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Pope Francis restructures Brazilian dioceses following synod proposal
The synod, which took place at the Vatican Oct. Oct. 6-27, addressed the challenges facing large dioceses with few resources to minister to Catholics in remote areas.
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Child’s wish to feed homeless leads to robust outreach and national award
A 10-year-old girl from McAllen, Tex., is recognized for her efforts in helping the homeless in her hometown.