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Philippine archbishop recalls deceased Cardinal Sin in time of upheaval
Expressing concern about thousands of deaths in the nation's so-called "war on drugs," the president of the Philippine bishops' conference has sought courage from a deceased cardinal whose influence helped overthrow a dictator in the mid-1980s.
Bravely tackle hardship knowing God will never let you down, pope says
"Trusting in him doesn't magically solve problems, but it allows for facing them with the right spirit -- courageously," he said before praying the Angelus with those gathered in St. Peter's Square Feb. 26.
Pope to priests: Defend marriage ministering to those in irregular unions
Reaching out to and guiding couples in cohabitation with tenderness and compassion is essential to promoting and defending the sanctity of marriage, Pope Francis said.
Ecumenism is a common journey, not a lab experiment, pope says
While theological dialogue is necessary, Catholics and Anglicans can continue to "help each other in our needs, in our lives and help each other spiritually," the pope said.
Australian archbishops to ask Vatican for clarity on confession issues
Among those concerns were whether the seal of confession includes only the sins confessed, not other information revealed in confession, and under what circumstances -- specifically concerning an abuser -- a priest could withhold absolution.
Discovery of Earth-sized planets boosts hope of finding alien life
The quest to find life on other planets got a boost when astronomers confirmed the existence of at least seven Earth-sized planets orbiting a red dwarf star just 40 light years away.
Argentine attorney representing workers stays friends with Pope Francis
Grass-roots organizing that seeks to overcome what Pope Francis has called "the economy of exclusion" is vital to the work of the Catholic Church, said Juan Grabois.
Promote life by protecting, sharing clean water, pope says
"The right to water is essential for the survival of persons and decisive for the future of humanity," the pope said.
South Sudan bishops condemn atrocities, appeal for help to prevent famine
In a Feb. 23 appeal for humanitarian assistance, the bishops said farmers have fled lands without planting crops as civilians are targeted by both sides in the country's increasingly bloody three-year civil war.
Pope: Jesus guided by truth, mercy, not ‘one size fits all’ mentality
Christians are called to be "just in mercy" rather than following the letter of the law but not the heart of the law, the pope said.