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Pope says he would ‘never close the door’ on talks with Islamic State
The door to negotiations with ISIS "is always open," the pope told reporters. He also said “terrorism” could describe not only the actions of such extremist groups but also those of some national governments using military force unilaterally.
Back from Rome, archbishop looks toward pope’s visit to Philadelphia
Archbishop Charles Chaput is back from Rome where he caught a glimpse of the discussions that promise to take place at the 2015 World Meeting of Families in Philadelphia. The congress and visit by Pope Francis, he said, "could be the rebirth of the archdiocese."
Pope calls European Parliament to rejuvenate ‘grandmother’ Europe
The 77-year-old grandson of European immigrants to Argentina, Pope Francis urged the European Parliament to value the continent's faiths and recuperate a sense of responsibility for the common good to rejuvenate Europe's social, political and economic life.
Pope urges Europe to nurture religious roots, sow peace in its borders
The project of European unity and cooperation, ensuring peace on the continent and helping others find peace as well, requires a real commitment to dialogue and respect for others, Pope Francis said.
U.S.-Mexico border Mass marked by painful reunion through the fence
The 18-car Union Pacific train blew its horn about 50 feet from the U.S.-Mexico divide. There, in a dusty one-acre lot, an American road ends -- literally. And it was where 12-year-old Yoryet Lara hoped to get a glimpse of her mother.
Archbishop to celebrate Mass for start of Advent, with family theme
All families coming to the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul this Sunday, Nov. 30, will receive a replica of the 2015 World Meeting of Families icon to be blessed by Archbishop Chaput. The official hymn for the World Meeting will also debut.
Immigration changes will take months, at least, to take effect
It will be several months, at least, before anyone can apply to take advantage of immigration policy changes announced by President Barack Obama Nov. 20.
Break down isolation and stigma of autism, pope says
Pope Francis called the daily challenges for people with autism spectrum disorders and their families "a cross" and noted the need to develop more "comprehensive and accessible" support networks.
Pope meets Curia to discuss reform; names new head of worship office
The same day he spent three hours meeting the heads of Vatican offices to discuss the reform of the Roman Curia, Pope Francis named 69-year-old Guinean Cardinal Robert Sarah to be the new prefect of the Congregation for Divine Worship and the Sacraments.
Glowing tributes, huge crowds mark canonization of Indian saints
More than 100,000 pilgrims thronged the Chavara shrine in southern Kerala state as Kuriakose Elias Chavara was canonized by Pope Francis Nov. 23 at the Vatican along with Euphrasia Eluvathingal, a member of the religious order founded by St. Chavara.