In an instance of a new atmosphere of accommodation between the Vatican and the Chinese Communist authorities, the Vatican has announced that it has recognized two previously excommunicated bishops as heads of dioceses and the Chinese Communist authorities have not interfered with the Vatican’s right to handle church affairs in China.
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The Extremely High Stakes of the China-Vatican Deal
The history is complicated. The hopes are great. The risks might be even greater.
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Ethicist: Gene-editing human embryos ‘a train wreck of a thing to do’
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Is China’s targeting of Catholics pushback from low-level party officials?
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Nuncio reported McCarrick before he became D.C. archbishop, new book confirms
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China says camps for Muslims lead them to ‘modern’ life
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Despite China-Vatican agreement, many Chinese worry about religious freedom
The provisional agreement between the Vatican and Beijing gives no assurance the government will curb its recent crackdown on religious practice, which includes unprecedented control over Muslims and Buddhists.
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Pope Francis calls on synod to enable young people “to have the gift of prophecy and vision”
Describing this synod as a “moment of grace for the whole church,” Pope Francis prayed that the Holy Spirit “may help us to preserve the memory of the Lord.”
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