Assuring his prayers for the victims and families of the terrorist attack in Brussels, Pope Francis condemned the "cruel abominations" and prayed for the conversion of those who adhere to violent fundamentalism.
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Some Philippine bishops concerned about base agreement with U.S.
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Pope to celebrate Holy Thursday with young refugees
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Pope condemns ‘blind violence,’ offers prayers after Brussels attacks
Pope Francis, condemning the "blind violence" of the terrorist attacks in Brussels, offered his prayers to the victims, the injured, their families and all those offering assistance in the aftermath of the bombings.
Muslim restorers feel history in work on mosaics above Jesus’ burial site
It's quiet and dark in the cavernous gallery above Jesus' burial place in the Church of the Holy Sepulcher.