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Synod members called to seek unity in diversity, cardinal says
The Greek root of the word "synod" means "to walk together," which is exactly what bishops and other members of the Synod of Bishops are called to do as they seek to apply the Gospel and church teaching to the challenges facing family life today, said the gathering's general secretary.
Vatican summit says extremists must be stopped with sanctioned force
Pope Francis convened the Vatican summit Oct. 2-4 because of his growing concern and desire to do something about the situation Christians and other minorities are facing in the Middle East.
Catholic group launches alternative to health insurance
A Catholic group is launching an alternative to health insurance that enables people to pay their medical expenses without being part of a health insurance plan they feel compromises their religious beliefs.
On eve of family synod, pope prays for ‘open and fraternal’ debate
Hours before opening a Synod of Bishops whose members have already started a public debate over Catholic teaching on marriage and sexuality, Pope Francis prayed the bishops would express themselves and listen to each other openly, trusting in God to reconcile their differences.
Two schools ready to bake bread
St. Norbert School in Paoli and St. Patrick School in Malvern will host a flour company's representatives in a program teaching students how to bake bread and to share it with local community social services.
Blessed married couples, St. Therese of Lisieux, highlighted at synod
The first two married couples beatified as couples and St. Therese of Lisieux were being honored during the extraordinary Synod of Bishops on the Family.
Pope urges participation in Caritas anti-hunger campaign
Christians cannot follow Jesus while turning away from people who are hungry, Pope Francis said.
Franciscan Sister, professed for 63 years, dies at 87
Sister Regina Mary Leonard, O.S.F., ministered primarily in education, parish ministry and in pastoral care to the sick.
Claver Award goes to TV Mass producer
Annette DiMedio will receive the 2014 Claver Award on Saturday, Nov. 15, presented by the Philadelphia Central Committee of the Knights of Peter Claver and Ladies Auxiliary.
Wisconsin couple a bit in awe to be invited by pope as synod auditors
Alice and Jeff Heinzen will not only be serving as auditors for the extraordinary Synod of Bishops on the family at the Vatican Oct. 5-19, they also will make a presentation before the general assembly.