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Cardinal pleas for solidarity with Iraq’s Christians after CUA Mass
Cardinal Donald W. Wuerl of Washington made an impassioned plea for solidarity with persecuted Christians and other religious minorities in Iraq and Syria and strongly urged that voices be raised against atrocities being committed there.
Scottish archbishops urge Catholics to vote in independence referendum
Scotland's archbishops have encouraged Catholics to vote in the forthcoming referendum on independence -- and to pay attention to the issue of religious freedom.
Pope blesses international, interfaith soccer match for peace
Taking up a suggestion from Pope Francis, Argentine Diego Maradona and other soccer stars past and present played an "Interreligious Match for Peace" and tolerance Sept. 1, drawing some 20,000 spectators to Rome's Olympic Stadium.
Latest papal push for peace spans a century, at least
During World War I Pope Benedict XV was roundly ignored and criticized for trying to end that war. He established a tradition of efforts to make peace for subsequent popes, including his namesake Pope Benedict XVI and Pope Francis.
A new neighbor comes to town
Visitors to the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul in Philadelphia are witnessing the rise of a massive new Mormon temple located just across the Vine Street Expressway in center city. CatholicPhilly.com looks at the similarities and differences of the two houses of worship.
What is the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints?
As their temple rises in Philadelphia, learn about the history and beliefs of the Mormon religion.
Young workers need decent jobs and better pay, bishops say
In their statement for Labor Day this year, Sept. 1, the U.S. bishops denounced the fact young adults have "borne the brunt" of unemployment and underemployment. "For those fortunate enough to have jobs, many pay poorly,” wrote Miami Archbishop Thomas G. Wenski.
Immigrants, activists urge Obama to act on immigration reform
Hundreds of protesters took part in a rally and march in Washington Aug. 28 chanting: "Not one more! Not one more!" to urge President Barack Obama to stop the deportation of immigrant families, workers and children.
U.S. Catholic agencies seek funds to help minorities in Iraq, Syria
The Catholic Near East Welfare Association, Jesuit Relief Service, Knights of Columbus, Catholic Relief Services and Aid to the Church in Need are among Catholic agencies that have launched appeals to fund assistance to Christians and other religious minorities displaced in the Middle East.
Just-war theory reemerges in light of Islamic State and past Iraqi wars
Catholic scholars are following Pope Francis' lead in debating the use of force in the region. Should the U.S. go in alone or with a coalition of nations? Is the U.N. the "competent authority" in this matter? Does the Pottery Barn rule -- "you break it, you bought it" -- apply to Iraq today?