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In Holy Year, God planted seeds that will grow into ‘good, simple things’
Reviewing the memorable moments of the Year of Mercy in a TV interview, Pope Francis also spoke about handling stress, his upcoming 80th birthday and a sense of humor, among other topics.
Pope extends special Year of Mercy provisions on confession
In a new letter, Pope Francis formally gave all priests permanent permission to grant absolution to those who confess to having procured an abortion. Almost all bishops in the U.S. routinely grant that faculty to their priests.
Advent at Cranaleith Spiritual Center
Cranaleith Spiritual Center is hosting a series of events in December for Advent.
Tending Moral Injury After War: A Workshop for Faith Leaders
Cranaleith Spiritual Center is hosting a 3 day workshop to help faith leaders tend to needs of veterans of the military.
Pope calls new cardinals to be agents of unity in divided world
In creating 17 new cardinals Nov. 20, Pope Francis warned against "the virus of polarization and animosity" and urged them to dedicate their lives to being ministers of forgiveness in a world marked by hostility.
Well-wishers endure long flights, long lines to see their new cardinals
For the sister of new Cardinal Joseph Tobin of Indianapolis, becoming a cardinal "won't go to his head. Joe will still be Joe. He will still care about what the (nieces and nephews) are doing in sports," she said.
Feed Your Soul, The Music of H.M.S.
An evening of music at Cranaleith Spiritual Center is coming in December.
Church must understand divorced couples it tries to help, pope says
As some public debates swirled recently about the pastoral possibilities Pope Francis opened to clergymen for helping divorced and civilly remarried Catholics, he has not issued clear and comprehensive instructions.
Sizing up the Catholic schools in state football playoff picture
Of the 14 football teams that comprise the Catholic League, five of them remain alive in pursuit of a state championship. John Knebels makes fearless predictions for them heading into this weekend's games.
Archbishop Chaput announces clergy changes
Assignment changes for one priest and three deacons were announced Nov. 18.