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Walking together, Christians experience unity in diversity, pope says
People need to walk together in harmony to build a more fraternal world, Pope Francis said, reflecting upon his recent trip to Romania.
Faith sustains northern Alberta residents who fled wildfires
About 10,000 people in northern Alberta have been forced to evacuate since May 20 because of a series of spring wildfires.
U.N. declares special day to remember victims of violence against religion
The resolution invites all member states, relevant organizations, civil society, individuals and the private sector to observe the international day and show appropriate support for victims of religiously motivated violence.
Vatican names Filipino boy who died at 17 Servant of God
The Congregation for Saints' Causes gave the Diocese of Cubao, Philippines, the green light to look into the life of Darwin Ramos who died in 2012 at the age 17.
Irish archbishop wants ‘show funerals’ for gang members to end
In the midst of a bitter gangland feud in the Irish capital, Archbishop Diarmuid Martin of Dublin has moved to ensure that funerals of those killed are not used as overt shows of wealth or perceived influence.
Australian Catholic Church releases standards for child protection
The Australian Catholic Church has released its National Catholic Safeguarding Standards, more than 18 months after they were recommended by the country's landmark Royal Commission into Institutional Child Sexual Abuse, in the latest chapter in the overhaul of how the church responds to clergy sexual abuse.
Italian ministry revokes permit for Catholic-inspired institute
U.S. Cardinal Raymond L. Burke is the honorary president of the institute, 11 other cardinals make up the institute's advisory board and Steve Bannon, former chief strategist at the White House, is a patron and member of the board of trustees.
Pope says he’s strengthened, encouraged by talks with Benedict XVI
Pope Francis said that he continues to visit retired Pope Benedict XVI, 92, who is like a grandfather who continues to encourage him and give him strength.
Freedom, mercy are lasting legacy of martyred bishops, pope says
The memory and witness of Romania's martyred bishops are a reminder that Christians are called to stand firm against ideologies that seek to stifle and suppress their cultural and religious traditions, Pope Francis said.
Pope: Romanians, young and old, must hold on to their roots
Pope Francis ended his second day in Romania with a festive meeting with young people and families that encapsulated his message of fostering dialogue between younger and older generations.