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Everyday Heroes: For Catholic vet, ‘doing right thing’ outweighed risks
Gary Rose shared his battlefield experiences in "Everyday Heroes," a video series produced by the Knights of Columbus showcasing ordinary men acting in extraordinary ways, who are strengthened by their Catholic faith and membership in the Knights of Columbus.
Economy lacking ethics leads to ‘throwaway’ culture, pope says
"An economic system that is fair, trustworthy and capable of addressing the most profound challenges facing humanity and our planet is urgently needed," he said in a speech addressed to members of the Council for Inclusive Capitalism during an audience at the Vatican Nov. 11.
Music, art are a gateway to discover God’s greatness, pope says
Liturgical musicians have the unique calling to interpret God's will and love through song and praise, Pope Francis said.
Vatican no longer sees Diocese of Fairbanks as mission territory
Pope Francis has decided to remove the Diocese of Fairbanks, Alaska, from the list of missionary dioceses around the world dependent on the Congregation for the Evangelization of Peoples. Providing no explanation, the Vatican announced the change Nov. 11.
Gospel is God’s gift, not a means to wage war, bishop says
Bishops should not give in to calls to be more combative cultural warriors in the world, said Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio of Brooklyn.
Christ wants to redeem everyone, pope tells mission teams
No one is so far from God that Christ cannot bring them back, Pope Francis told members of the Diocese of Rome's new pastoral teams responsible for outreach.
Pope prays for eventual visit to South Sudan, peace in Bolivia
Expressing his hope to visit South Sudan next year, Pope Francis appealed to the leaders there to continue to follow the path of dialogue and the common good.
Federal judge halts Trump administration conscience protection rule
In his 147-page opinion, Judge Paul A. Engelmayer said it exceeded the statutory authority of HHS, was "arbitrary and capricious" and was adopted "in breach" of the procedural requirements of the Administrative Procedure Act.
Abuse crisis shows need for holiness, renewal in church, priests say
Four Catholic priests who serve in various ministries and are on the front lines facing the aftershocks of the abuse crisis in the Catholic Church gave their perspective on helping the church address the problem.
13th-century encounter points way to greater Christian-Muslim understanding
Eight centuries ago, St. Francis of Assisi took a risk when he crossed the battlefield between Crusader and Muslim forces near Damietta, Egypt, desiring to meet Sultan al-Malik al-Kamil and preach his faith in Jesus Christ.