A local Italian group launched an online petition urging Pope Francis, the Vatican and others to stop the "fir tree-icide" of cutting down a 200-year-old red pine to decorate St. Peter's Square for Christmas.
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As the 1,000th day since Russia launched its large-scale invasion of Ukraine approached, the Vatican secretary of state said he hoped the milestone would "awaken a sense of responsibility in everyone, especially those who can...
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James Patrick Keleher: Chicago native, 10th ordinary of the archdiocese, dies Nov. 9
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Mobilizing men for foster care support
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These parties are no surprise
November is my favorite month. It’s always been a time for celebration.