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Vatican, al-Azhar ask world to help stop religious extremism, terrorism
The Vatican and al-Azhar University, Sunni Islam's leading institution of higher learning, called for the world's governments, organizations and leaders to cooperate with each other in countering extremist and violent groups.
Australian archbishops: Leadership on abuse was ‘catastrophic failure’
Five Australian archbishops testified before a government commission on child sexual abuse, reiterating apologies and taking responsibility for actions that occurred before they were church leaders.
Vatican invites experts to promote safe, accessible water for everyone
A special gathering of policy experts, government officials, religious leaders, scholars, and development and social justice advocates was looking at ways to guarantee water that is safe and more accessible to the world's people.
Vatican offers support to local farmers in Italian earthquake zone
In an effort to support the economy of Italian regions devastated by several recent earthquakes, the Vatican has purchased food from local farmers and producers to feed the homeless.
Ghanaian bishops: Avoid vices to keep Ghana as ‘Star of Africa’
In preparation for Ghana's 60th anniversary celebration March 6, members of the Ghana Bishops' Conference have called on Ghanaians to continue to make the nation truly the "Star of Africa," a symbol of hope for Africa's total liberation.
Bible calls believers to live in harmony, pope says
The Torah, the first five books of the Bible, tell the story of God's love for humanity and his desire that people live in harmony with one another and with the created world, Pope Francis said.
Pope: Christians leading double lives destroy through scandal
People who pretend to be Christians publicly, but follow their own selfish passions privately, destroy themselves and cause scandal to those around them, Pope Francis.
If the shoe fits: Papal remarks on immigration apply to U.S., too
When Pope Francis affirms basic Christian principles, he is not singling out one person or nation, but he definitely is not excluding them either.
Caritas center in Belarus offers support to children with cancer
With the help of the local Caritas agency, the center was opened in 2003 as a housing facility for children who undergo treatment for Pediatric Oncology, Hematology and Immunology.
Help stop war in Ukraine, aid children in need, says church leader
The head of the Ukrainian Catholic Church called on the international community to "stop the aggressor" in Ukraine's "forgotten conflict" and help the 1 million children in need of humanitarian assistance.