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In Utah, Catholics, Mormons have long had ‘positive, cordial relationship’
The March 3 meeting at the Vatican between Pope Francis and Russell M. Nelson, president of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, drew great interest from members of both faiths and was covered extensively in the media in Utah.
Before Middle East trip, Pompeo briefs religion reporters
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo told religion reporters in a conference call prior to his five-day visit to the Middle East that his visit was focusing on security, the economy, threats from Islamic radical terrorists and the need to promote religious tolerance.
Vatican summit prompts cardinals to recommit to caring for abuse victims
The Archdiocese of Boston is implementing a system to handle confidential reporting of misconduct by bishops and high-ranking officials, and an American cardinal suggested the pope review diocesan protocols.
‘Unplanned’ film on abortion is story of ‘hope, forgiveness and love’
Abby Johnson is a former pro-choice Planned Parenthood facility director turned national pro-life advocate. The film "Unplanned," is based on her 2011 book of the same name.
Prize-winning physicist believes science, spirituality are linked
A Dartmouth College cosmologist and theoretical physicist who examines the links between science, philosophy and spirituality in exploring the mystery of creation is the 2019 Templeton Prize winner.
Kansas archbishop responds to criticism over school not enrolling child
Archbishop Joseph F. Naumann of Kansas City wrote about a Catholic school's decision not to enroll the child of a non-Catholic same-sex married couple, noting the issue has garnered local and national media attention.
Counselors offer ‘loving sources of hope’ for women seeking abortions
Sidewalk Advocates for Life's mission is to train and support volunteers "to be the hands and feet of Christ, offering loving, life-affirming alternatives to all present at the abortion center, thereby eliminating demand and ending abortion."
Canadian group brings edgy, satirical voice to pro-life cause
CHOICE42 uses satire to "flip (pro-choice) arguments on their head" and to convey serious truths in a "funny and lighthearted" way -- watch a video.
Iowa bishop presents coalition’s Pacem award to Dalai Lama in India
Usually, the award's distinguished recipients travel to Davenport to accept the award. But the Dalai Lama's travel limitations meant that we needed to take the opportunity to go to India to honor him.
To do work of Christ, drop biases on immigrants, Catholic Charities CEO urges
Coming from her suburban upbringing, Sister Donna Markham believed refugees only sought handouts. But after meeting them, she now recognizes their suffering and challenges all to welcome them and see the face of Christ.