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Pope brings Latin American vision to universal mission of the church
The challenges and experiences of the church in Latin America figure heavily in Pope Francis' papacy, especially when it comes to making bishop appointments, addressing global issues and the pastoral care of the poor and the...
Communications ‘the ministry of my priesthood,’ says longtime editor
Throughout his life, Msgr. Owen Campion has had a fascination with words.
Syrian refugees, all Muslims, graduate from Caritas-run schools in Jordan
Exuberant Syrian refugee children sang, danced and played with colorful clowns as they celebrated graduation at their Caritas-sponsored school in this sleepy suburb of the Jordanian capital, Amman.
Ordinarily beautiful
Most people in the archdiocese will never know, but a group of three nuns gave up everything they had in Mexico to come to Kansas and help the Hispanic community in Emporia.
Scottish bishops urge Britain not to renew Trident weapons system
The British government must take "decisive and courageous steps" toward ridding the country of nuclear weapons, said the Catholic bishops of Scotland.
Crowds gather in churches, parks, plazas to remember Dallas officers
In the week since five Dallas area police officers were gunned down, thousands have gathered in churches, parks, plazas, parking lots and a symphony hall to remember the fallen officers, to cry for hope and pray for peace and...
Christian town along Lebanese-Syrian border mourns, vows to defy fear
Boulos al-Ahmar had just driven the ambulance to the scene of the explosion when more bombs detonated, killing him. When Majed Wehbe heard the first explosions near his home, he ran to the scene to help, only to arrive in time...
English cardinal welcomes Theresa May as new British prime minister
An English cardinal said he was delighted by the appointment of Theresa May as Britain's new prime minister because of the commitment she has shown in the fight against human trafficking.
Religious leaders at New York vigil urge people to be calm
During a candlelight vigil for peace July 11 in Brooklyn, religious leaders called for calm in the wake of recent shootings in different parts of the country.