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Pope, religious leaders pledge to work together to end slavery by 2020
As Pope Francis and leaders of other churches and religions signed a declaration pledging to work together to help end modern slavery in the world by 2020, he urged governments, businesses and all people of good will to join forces against this "crime against humanity."
Aceh Catholics say Shariah expansion has had little impact on them
An expansion of Islamic law, Shariah, to include non-Muslims has had little impact on Catholics in Indonesia's conservative Aceh province.
Some see unity vision reignited by pope, patriarch’s gestures in Turkey
After watching firsthand as Pope Francis bowed his head for a blessing from Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew during the pope's Nov. 28-30 trip to Turkey, an American-born Orthodox priest felt a joyful disbelief.
New evangelization needed to counter lukewarm faith, says speaker
Ralph Martin, a leader in the Catholic renewal ministries movement, said a crucial part of the mission of lay people in the church is a willingness to talk about Jesus, even though "it makes us squirm."
Hundreds pack cathedral for Mass with family focus
The Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul was standing-room-only Sunday night for Archbishop Chaput’s Mass to start Advent. He also blessed images of the Holy Family for worshipers, and the official hymn of the World Meeting of Families was sung for the first time -- hear the hymn and see the lyrics.
Today’s teaching on the family
See the daily excerpt from the preparatory catechesis for the 2015 World Meeting of Families, “Love is Our Mission: The Family Fully Alive.”
Sisters’ motto: When giving, keep it simple and keep it quiet
Two daughters of the philanthropists who started the Connelly Foundation, which they now run, accepted the prestigious Barry Award recently. The recognition was out of character for them and their family, but it gave them a way to honor their parents and the work of supporting worthy causes.
Better music at Mass means closer encounter with Christ, composer says
During his two-day mission in Sioux City, contemporary Christian musician John Michael Talbot was by turns a comedian, a guitarist and a theologian.
World economy is built on trust; break it, and all are harmed, says Jesuit
Reflecting on the global financial crisis of 2006-2010 and the Catholic Church's efforts to "promote the common good of society," Father Drew Christiansen advocated for an "economy of grace" during a recent talk at Villanova University.
District Court judges in three states rule to allow same-sex marriage
Federal judges in Arkansas and Mississippi Nov. 25 struck down laws prohibiting same-sex marriage. Both orders were stayed until the states have time to consider whether to appeal.