The tumult in Catalonia continues. Many Catalans wonder what the future holds for their community. Among them is a rabble-rousing Benedictine nun, Sister Teresa Forcades, one of the most recognizable voices within Catalonia’s independence movement.
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Donations pour in for ship captain arrested in Italy for bringing in rescued migrants
High-level support and almost three-quarters of a million dollars in donations poured in Sunday for the German captain of a migrant rescue ship who was arrested after she defied repeated orders to stay out of Italy and struck a police boat while bringing 40 people to port.
Posted inFaith, Vatican Dispatch
Pope Francis warns against ‘temptations’ as German church embarks on synod
The synod is set to address the sexual abuse crisis as well as the lack of vocations and the non-acceptance of Catholic teaching on sexuality.
Posted inArts & Culture, Catholic Book Club
Enshrining the family: Final thoughts on ‘Catholic Modern’
Last thoughts on an intriguing book about how the Catholic Church confronted the realities of the 20th century in Europe.
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This 1,200-year-old Benedictine monastery has been ‘carbon-negative’ for 20 years
The Munsterschwarzach Abbey in Bavaria began their eco-project in 2000—years before politicians or the German public began to worry about climate change.
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Paris archbishop celebrates first Mass in Notre Dame since fire
The archbishop of Paris wore a hard hat as he celebrated the first Mass in Notre Dame Cathedral since a huge blaze devastated the landmark building in April.
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Notre-Dame to celebrate first Mass since April fire
Paris archbishop Michel Aupetit will be wearing a construction worker’s helmet in addition to his miter.
Posted inArts & Culture, Ideas
Questioning the narrative about the Treaty of Versailles
The treaty’s offhand attitude toward the non-European world stirred up resentments that lingered for decades.
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What was the purpose of Donald Trump’s visit to the U.K.?
Protest against Mr. Trump’s visit—specifically that he had been honored with a full-blown state visit—was loud and visible on London’s streets although organizers conceded that the numbers fell below expectations and were below the huge numbers of protesters during his previous, non-state visit.
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How a Brussels church became a home for Latin American refugees
In a country where the Hispanic community is dispersed and Latin American restaurants and organizations are few, Notre Dame aux Riches Claires is the go-to gathering place for migrants and refugees who want to be reminded of home.