Pope Francis is calling on Catholics to usher in a cultural revolution of mercy.
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New American cardinals condemn polarization inside the church
“We’ve become too polarized…We’ve believed that we’ve become gods on both sides, on the left and on the right, and neither one of them are correct.”
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Pope Francis closes the Year of Mercy, reminding us that Jesus’ mercy is always open wide
“Even if the Holy Door closes, the true door of mercy, which is the heart of Christ, always remains open wide for us.”
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Pope Francis to new cardinals: Love the stranger and fight against exclusion
Pope Francis created 17 new cardinals from 14 countries and all continents, including three from the United States.
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A new U.S. cardinal says Pope Francis has many more fans than foes
Cardinal-designate Joseph Tobin does not hold back when expressing his admiration for Pope Francis.
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As an incoming president promises deportations, Los Angeles officials promise resistance
“We are not going to engage in law enforcement activities solely based on someone’s immigration status.”
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U.S. bishops aren’t as monolithic as many Americans seem to think. Just look to Rome this weekend
Using too broad a brush to paint any group of people is rarely a good idea, including a hierarchy composed of hundreds of individuals.
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U.S. bishops express concern and cautious optimism about relations with the Trump administration.
Catholic bishops on Tuesday chose for their top leadership posts two prelates from states touching Mexico.
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With the release of ‘Secret Path,’ the front man of Canada’s favorite band confronts the nation’s past.
With the release of “Secret Path,” the front man of Canada’s favorite band confronts the nation’s past.
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How these students of color found the “fire of love” in the face of a Trump presidency
This night, these young people notice the powerful coalition that is present and being born.