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Protect borders, but be openhearted, rabbi says
If there is a registry of Muslims in the United States, Rabbi Michael Cahana will register himself as a Muslim, he said during an annual talk in Portland given jointly with Catholic and Episcopal pastors. They discussed the religious tradition of welcoming the stranger.
Pope, Chilean bishops discuss abuse scandal, evangelization
Meeting with 30 prelates from the Latin American country, the pope also spoke to them about reaching out to youth in an increasingly secularized society, the difficulties facing priests and a possible papal trip.
Cardinal Burke leaves Guam after interviewing witnesses in abuse case
U.S. Cardinal Raymond L. Burke spent two days in Guam interviewing witnesses and alleged victims in a clerical sexual abuse case against Archbishop Anthony S. Apuron of Agana.
Parish merger meant a chance to serve Phoenixville’s homeless
When St. Ann and Sacred Heart parishes merged at St. Ann's in 2012, the pastor and parishioners formed a separate organization which today uses the former parish hall to shelter the needy on cold nights in Chester County.
Be ashamed when tempted to use church for power struggles, pope says
Whenever one is tempted to use the church for pursuing personal ambitions or to be arrogant, pray to feel ashamed, Pope Francis said.
Aid workers offer alternatives to migrants aiming to cross Sahara Desert
Training courses where mostly young men are taught how to cut and shape metal are run by Catholic Relief Services in Agadez, Niger, in an effort to provide alternatives to migrants who want to make the dangerous journey to Europe.
Populism fueling self-centered rejection of migrants, pope says
Indifference, fueled by populist rhetoric in today's world, fans the flames of rejection that threaten the rights and dignity of migrants, Pope Francis said.
Vatican court continues investigating possible cases of money laundering
The Vatican City court continued investigating possible financial crimes, freezing more than $2.1 million in assets deposited at the Vatican bank.
With simplicity, not as royalty, Christians embrace the meek, pope says
Christians embrace the lowliest and those most in need, treasuring and living out the simplicity of faith received from mothers and grandmothers, Pope Francis said.
40 Days for Life Campaign
Pro lifers all around Philadelphia are encouraged to take part in the Lenten 40 Days for Life campaign.