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Theologians in Italy studying development of ‘Humanae Vitae’
Four theologians specializing in marriage and family life are studying Vatican archival material with a view of telling the whole story of how and why Blessed Paul VI wrote his encyclical "Humanae Vitae" on married love.
Young Indian Catholics look forward to Asian Youth Day in Indonesia
Young Indian Catholics set to participate in the upcoming seventh Asian Youth Day in Indonesia are expecting the event to change their perspectives on faith.
CRS worker: Churches attacked, crisis worsens in Central African Republic
A Catholic Relief Services official says the situation in the Central African Republic is worsening, as church centers are attacked and more armed groups fight over territory and resources.
Mexican bishops don’t see explosion as attack on church
UPDATED - The bishops' offices occupy a busy strip across the street from the sanctuary of the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe. The area is swarmed by pilgrims and tourists during the daytime and is transited by commuters in rush hour.
Christians need time to rebuild trust before return to Mosul region
"How can Christians return when there are homes destroyed and there are no services? But most important is safety. The return of Christians needs time," said Patriarch Louis Sako, head of Iraq's Chaldean Catholic Church.
Vatican shuts down fountains as Rome deals with drought
While Rome reels from one of its worst droughts in decades, the Vatican is doing its part to conserve water by shutting down the city-state's 100 fountains.
Pope calls for reconciliation at tense Jerusalem holy site
Pope Francis called on Muslims and Jews in the Holy Land to "moderation and dialogue" as violence flared around the Temple Mount. He also warned against the church being only for "the pure."
Churches provide refuge to Kenyans fleeing al-Shabab attacks
About 2,000 people are hiding in two churches and a school in Kenya near the Somalia border. A Catholic priest said militants ask people to say their faith, and "those found to be Christians are killed."
Parents of Charlie Gard end legal struggle for help
UPDATED - Pope Francis is praying for the parents of Charlie Gard after a U.S. doctor told them nothing could be done to help their son, who most likely will die before his first birthday Aug. 4.
Chinese official indicates Beijing to retain tight grip on church
Yu Zhengsheng told members of the open church community "to ensure that the leadership of the Chinese Catholic Church is held firmly in the hands of those who love the nation and the religion."