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Ecumenical autumn: Pope’s calendar filled with dialogue opportunities
Even as developments within Christian denominations seem to be solidifying differences that would make full unity difficult, there is no sign that the desire to meet and dialogue is waning.
Putting the pedal to the (Miraculous) Medal
Young adults are invited to join a fun and faithful bike ride -- the Tour de Shrine -- in which riders will visit three Catholic shrines for prayers, tours and lunch in Philadelphia on Saturday, Sept. 10.
Mass to mark sainthood of Mother Teresa coming to namesake parish
St. Teresa of Calcutta Church in Limerick will host Bishop John McIntyre for a Mass celebrating the canonization of the parish's patron saint on Sunday, Sept. 11 at noon.
Pope proposes care for creation as a new work of mercy
In his message for the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation, Sept. 1, Pope Francis called for concrete actions that benefit human life and the environment as integral to Christian life.
Sister Still named head of USCCB’s National Religious Retirement Office
Msgr. J. Brian Bransfield said he was confident that Sister Still's "skills and background" will bring the National Religious Retirement Office "well-established expertise that will complement and strengthen the office in service to the bishops."
New Limburg bishop will not live in predecessor’s luxurious residence
Stephan Schnelle, Limburg diocesan spokesman, said the residence would be used for offices, meetings and exhibitions. The diocese has said Bishop-designate Georg Batzing would live at a convent after his Sept. 18 installation, then move to a nearby church house.
California Catholic tattoo artist’s life indelibly marked by faith
The fact that he does not fit many people's preconceived notions of what a practicing Catholic looks like, the 37-year-old said, sometimes makes people "a little more comfortable" about opening up to him and sharing their personal stories.
Minnesota man still making a difference in Guatemala after 44 years
When Butch Mueller was a child, his father kept Maryknoll magazines around the house not only to instill in his children a sense of mission, but also to remind them of those in need around the world.
Pope to scientists: Faith doesn’t hurt reason, it leads to greater truth
"Openness to God's grace, which comes through faith, does not weaken human reason, but rather leads it toward knowledge of a truth which is wider and of greater benefit to humanity," he said.
Pope declines invitation to name rep to Colombia peace tribunals
While hailing the peace agreement that marks the end of some 50 years of civil conflict in Colombia, Pope Francis declined an invitation to name a representative to help choose judges for what have been described as "peace tribunals."