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Pope in Egypt: Strengthening weary Christians, reaching out to all
Pope Francis' visit to Egypt, a land increasingly marked by terrorist-led bloodshed, stands as part of his mission to inspire and encourage today's actors in theaters of violence to change the script and set a new stage.
Persecuted Christians often choose strategy of survival, says study
The findings also show Christians might choose a strategy of association -- seeking to secure their religious freedom by developing ties with other Christian communities, non-Christian religions, and secular figures -- and, on occasion, they use strategies of confrontation.
New name, new energy to draw the young back into church
Anthem is the name of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia's ministry to youth and young adults, and it is about to flip a traditional understanding of the church on its head. It's all about belonging and relationship with Jesus.
Steelers chairman Rooney recalled for quiet strength based on his faith
Cardinal Wuerl reflected on the beloved chairman of the Steelers in celebrating his funeral Mass April 17 at St. Paul Cathedral in Pittsburgh.
Retiring CUA prof plans to continue engaging in public policy debates
Stephen F. Schneck is the thoughtful type, bringing a calm demeanor and insights formed by his Catholic faith to the high-volume and often contentious debates on important public policy issues.
Portuguese businessman sends free Fatima statues throughout world
"I started out just over four years ago with the idea of offering 12 hand-made statues of Our Lady of Fatima -- one for each apostle -- to parishes in South Africa, where I lived for many years," Jose Camara said.
Congolese priest: Demand for cellphone metals thwarts efforts to end war
Any person who possesses a cellphone or other electronic device with components derived from such "conflict minerals" is benefiting from bloodshed, said Father Richard Muembo.
Gratitude, discernment, hope needed for renewal, pope tells Marists
In an April 10 letter commemorating the 200th anniversary of the Marist Brothers' founding, the pope encouraged the brothers to continue their work with young people, helping them to become "good citizens and, above all, good Christians."
All hands on deck: Franciscan idea can expand church leadership pool
In early April, the ministers general of four men's branches of the Franciscan family asked Pope Francis to give the Franciscans the "privilege" of allowing religious brothers to be elected to leadership positions, including those with authority over ordained priests.
Supreme Court seems to lean toward church in Lutheran playground case
Supreme Court justices seemed to side with the church in a separation of church and state case argued April 19 about a Missouri Lutheran preschool barred from receiving state funds for playground resurfacing using recycled tires because it is a church property.