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Puerto Rico still suffering; Extension campaign aims to help its parishes
Six months after Hurricane Maria wreaked unprecedented devastation on Puerto Rico, the island is still suffering, and much of the relief and recovery help people have received has come from Catholic parishes.
Russian Catholic leaders pledge to work with Putin after election win
Russia's minority Catholic Church has pledged to help build a civil society after the nation's March 18 election and called on President Vladimir Putin to "justify voters' confidence" after his victory.
Belgian priest: Vatican-China deal on bishops might really happen
The Vatican and China, which severed diplomatic ties in 1951, have had on-again, off-again talks since the 1980s.
Threat spurs Ohio Catholic school students to join gun violence march
For one group of students from a Catholic school in Ohio, the decision to join the March 24 March for Our Lives in Washington was in part prompted by a brief encounter with the reality of gun violence in America's schools.
Texas bishops urge prayers, vigilance in wake of bombings
The manhunt for the suspected bomber ended early March 21 when he detonated a bomb in a vehicle as police closed in, authorities said.
Brazilian bishop charged with stealing millions from diocesan donations
Prosecutors in the state of Goias allege Bishop Jose Ronaldo Ribeiro and four diocesan priests purchased a cattle ranch and a lottery store with the diverted money.
Israeli institute uses Mary Magdalene as inspiration to help women heal
The Magdalena Institute devotes its work to discovering the impact of a woman and helping her realize the influence behind her "feminine genius," a term coined by St. John Paul II.
Pre-synod meeting is a chance to change the world, youths say
If the Catholic Church at every level -- and governments, too -- would listen to young people and give them a voice in decision-making, they could unleash great potential, said two African young adults.
Pope accepts resignation of communications prefect
Pope Francis has accepted the resignation of Msgr. Vigano after a very public controversy involving the use of a letter by retired Pope Benedict XVI.
Pope confirms plans to attend World Meeting of Families in Dublin
Receiving a delegation from Ireland and blessing an icon of the Holy Family, Pope Francis confirmed his intention to visit Dublin for the final days of the World Meeting of Families.