A Vatican priest working in the Holy See’s embassy in Washington has been recalled after U.S. officials flagged possible violations of child pornography laws.
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Here’s what Hillary Clinton says about Pope Francis and other Catholic subjects in her new book
Mrs. Clinton writes that a TED Talk given by Pope Francis earlier this year helped her move beyond anger following her unexpected loss to Donald Trump.
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Five ways you can help Dreamers affected by the end of DACA
From calling legislators to organizing parish activities, you can mobilize on behalf of vulnerable undocumented youths.
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Belgian order defies Pope Francis, insists on allowing euthanasia
Belgian religious order defies orders from Rome, setting up a confrontation over doctrine.
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New tool to use Laudato Si’ to rank nations’ development
The “Laudato Si” Observatory will attempt to measure how countries are living up to the famous Papal encyclical on the environment.
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Florida diocesan official says normal life at standstill after Irma
Catholic organizations tackle the challenges of recovery in Florida.
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Most Colombians agree with Pope Francis’ call for peace, professor says
“I believe that we who want peace are in the majority, even if it is imperfect.”
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Pass a Dream Act, but don’t sacrifice the parents
The fight for the Dreamers is a fight for every immigrant.
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How L.A.’s Catholic schools are growing when so many others are closing
“Our vision is growth. We’re the largest archdiocese in the country, largest Catholic school system in the country, and we still feel like we’re underserving our population.”
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Freed Indian Salesian priest meets Pope Francis
Catholic Priest Tom Uzhunnalil met with Pope Francis a day after his release from captivity.