Colombia has been torn by armed conflict since 1964, and drug-trafficking related to cocaine production is a major problem.
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Pope Francis and the church push for reconciliation in Colombia
Despite being a frequent target of violence by the left-wing and officially atheist rebels, the church has pushed for peace, reconciliation, and forgiveness in Colombia, but not all Colombians agree.
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‘Break mirror of narcissistic culture,’ says Pope Francis
Pope Francis addressed the Shalom community in his native Spanish and warns against the narcissism bred by consumer culture.
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Pope Francis calls for interfaith peace efforts in South Korea
“We are called to be heralds of peace” says Pope Francis to interfaith religious leaders as tensions on the Korean Peninsula increase.
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How the Vatican is encouraging dialogue between Russia and the West
The Vatican’s secretary of state, Cardinal Pietro Parolin, visited Russia from Aug. 20 to 24, upon an invitation from Russian state and church authorities.
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Pope Francis and Patriarch Bartholomew urgently appeal for global action on climate change
While their message is a general appeal, it would seem to be addressed to the administration of President Trump, which has taken the decision to withdraw from the Paris climate accord.
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In new book, Pope Francis says he consulted a psychoanalyst, speaks about the women in his life
In an extended interview, the pope shares hitherto unknown aspects of his personal life and his vision of the world.
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Pope Francis prays for victims of flooding from Hurricane Harvey
Pope Francis “trusts that the immense and immediate needs of so many individuals and communities will continue to inspire a vast outpouring of solidarity and mutual aid in the best traditions of the nation.”
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Sean Spicer meets the Pope
Former White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer fulfills lifelong dream of meeting Pope Francis. Full story: https://www.americamagazine.org/faith…
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Pope Francis, Orthodox patriarch will issue joint plea for care of creation
The forthcoming joint message will ask people of all faiths “to adopt a respectful and responsible approach toward creation.”