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Vatican releases pope’s liturgical schedule for January-February
Pope Francis' calendar of liturgical services for January and February includes a Mass marking an important feast day of the Marian icon, "Salus Populi Romani" (health of the Roman people) in Rome's Basilica of St. Mary Major.
Follow Jesus like the Magi, pope urges on Epiphany
To follow Jesus, one must set out like the Magi, leaving comfort behind, following the light and offering the Lord gifts without expecting anything in return, Pope Francis said Jan. 6 during Mass on the feast of the Epiphany.
Pope to diplomats: World peace depends on right to life, disarmament
Because everyone has a right to life, liberty and personal security, nations must find nonviolent solutions to conflict and difficulties, Pope Francis said.
Mercy sisters embark on solidarity week with immigrants via social media
In a strongly worded message prior to National Migration Week Jan.7-13, the president of the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas expressed solidarity with migrants and called on others to stop "blaming migrants and fanning anti-immigrant sentiment that divides our nation."
Churches no longer exempt from FEMA disaster aid
This change is not just for damage caused in future disasters but also affects claims made by churches last year from Hurricanes Harvey and Irma because it can be applied retroactively to claims made "on or after Aug. 23, 2017."
Many shooters have the hot hand in Catholic League gyms
John Knebels reviews the early-season boys basketball action, featuring high-scoring performances, some lopsided outcomes and a sparkling winning percentage against non-league foes.
Pope visits sick children on eve of Epiphany
On the eve of Epiphany, when most Italian children wake up to find gifts and candy, Pope Francis visited a pediatric hospital outside Rome.
FCC internet policy shift stirs uncertainty — and likely lawsuits
Later in January, once the new rules go into effect, look for lawsuits, hearings and bills to reverse the FCC's new policy.
Pope to teachers: Help kids live with care for all of creation
A lifestyle that is environmentally ethical cannot be "schizophrenic" -- for example, by showing more care for animals and forests, than for the plight of people, Pope Francis said.
Vatican issues updated schedule for pope’s trip to Chile, Peru
The following is the schedule for the pope's trip as updated Dec. 11 by the Vatican.