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Geography and geometry: New cardinals fit pope’s formula for faith
Pope Francis, who described himself as coming from "the ends of the earth," continues to go to the far reaches of the globe to seek those who will advise him and possibly elect the next pope.
Be prophets of joy, not misfortune, pope tells nuns
Consecrated women are called to be prophets of hope and joy in the world and avoid putting on a superficial joy that withers the soul, Pope Francis said.
Salvadoran cardinal-designate dedicates appointment to Blessed Romero
"I dedicate this appointment to Archbishop Romero,'' said Cardinal-designate Gregorio Rosa Chavez. "I believe that he would have been called for this, but he will have to receive it in heaven due to his martyrdom."
Tackle jobs gap caused by today’s tech revolution, pope tells experts
The growing gap between those who can find a place in today's rapidly changing tech-based job market and those who cannot is very serious and worrying, Pope Francis said.
Trump arrives in Holy Land, visits Holy Sepulcher, Western Wall
Following his official welcome to Jerusalem by Israeli President Reuven Rivlin, U.S. President Donald Trump began his two-day visit to Israel and the Palestinian territories with a private visit to the Church of the Holy Sepulcher and Western Wall.
Pope: Christians without tenderness, respect are serpents who divide
The sin committed most frequently in Christian parishes and groups is bad-mouthing and backstabbing each other, which not only divides the community, it drives away people who come seeking God, Pope Francis said.
Irish president gives Pope Francis symbolic ‘climate bell’
Irish President Michael D. Higgins presented Pope Francis with a unique gift that symbolizes the call to protect creation.
Pope offers prayers for Central African Republic, Catholics in China
Pope Francis prayed for an end to armed conflicts between predominantly Christian and predominantly Muslim militias in the Central African Republic that have led to the deaths of innocent civilians and forced thousands to flee.
Pope announces new cardinals from Mali, Spain, Sweden, Laos, Salvador
The five new cardinals coming from "different parts of the world demonstrates the catholicity of the church spread across the globe," Pope Francis said.
WE THIRST: Lessons in Mercy (Christian Reflections on Addiction)
This contemplative evening will explore the epidemic of addiction in our society and our responsibility as followers of Christ in responding to those who are suffering.