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Human trafficking called ‘one of darkest, most revolting realities’ today
Mely Lenario quietly described her harrowing journey from ambitious, naive rural girl trafficked to hopeless, drug-fueled urban prostitute, through slow rehabilitation to a new life as an outreach worker.
Kenyan bishops see ‘hand of God’ in government opponents’ gesture
Kenyan Catholic bishops have welcomed the truce between President Uhuru Kenyatta and opposition leader Raila Odinga, whose election dispute had threatened to trigger widespread chaos in the East African nation.
A monk in Mongolia: The historic journey of Benedict of Poland
Benedict of Poland accompanied a papal diplomat to Mongolia in 1245. Benedict's accounts of his journey give insight into the diplomatic protocols of the Holy See at the time, showing great openness to and respect for other cultures.
Bishops urge federal protections for supporters of traditional marriage
The chairmen of two U.S. bishops' committees March 14 called the First Amendment Defense Act "a modest and important measure" because it protects those who believe marriage is "the union of one man and one woman."
Priest who served Brooklyn parishes found murdered in Colombia
Father Dagoberto Noguera, 68, was killed in his residence in Mamatoco, Colombia. He was doing social work in the nearby capital of Magdalena.
Study of the universe ‘an act of worship,’ Vatican astronomer says
He cited Psalm 139, "O Lord, you have searched me and you know me," and added: "There are places in the universe we haven't set foot on yet, and maybe we won't," but they are "as much a part of God's creation" as the earth.
Addressing climate change is top priority in Cardinal Ribat’s ministry
People of the southwest Pacific Ocean nation of Papua New Guinea face dual threats from rising sea levels and the advent of undersea mining for valuable metals, the country's first cardinal said during a visit to the nation's capital.
Washington-area Catholic schools join National School Walkout in prayer
"What we need more than anything is change," said Ada Gonzalez, Cristo Rey's student body president, adding that while their prayers will help the souls of the victims, more action is needed to change gun laws.
Don’t tax Jerusalem churches, U.S. Christian leaders say in letters
The proposal to levy taxes on some properties would run contrary to the unofficial historical tax-exempt status the churches have enjoyed for centuries.
Dallas Catholics mourn two of their own who died in N.Y. helicopter crash
What was intended as a New York City sightseeing adventure and weekend reunion of two longtime friends March 11 ended in tragedy for two alums of a Catholic high school in Dallas.