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‘Amoris Laetitia’ calls for new pastoral approach, cardinal says
Difficulties in embracing "Amoris Laetitia," Pope Francis' apostolic exhortation on the family, probably are tied to difficulties in accepting its new attitude and approach to providing pastoral care, said Cardinal Pietro Parolin.
Dialogue, not denial: Pope finds strength in valuing differences
The purpose of dialogue is not to achieve a homogenized unity, but to move toward a community and a world where differences are not threatening, but enriching and therefore cannot be manipulated by those who want to sow fear, hatred and violence.
New app designed to help users discover vocations
The app includes daily prayers and meditations on the Gospel and the lives of the saints, as well as a news section and Twitter feed to connect users to the life of the church.
Chinese bishop released from detention after more than seven months
The bishop, who has not joined government-approved associations for church officials, was released Jan. 3 and was expected to return to Wenzhou, one of China's biggest Christian cities, in late January.
Amid abuse allegations, Vatican names trustee to lead Sodalitium
Saying Pope Francis is following the situation with concern, the Vatican named a Colombian bishop to be the trustee of the scandal-plagued Sodalitium Christianae Vitae, a Catholic movement based in Peru.
Don’t rush through silence at Mass, pope says at general audience
The silence that precedes the opening prayer at Mass is an opportunity for Christians to commend to God the fate of the church and the world, Pope Francis said.
Zambia bans church services as cholera epidemic hits nation
The Zambian bishops' conference also has implemented measures, such as eliminating the handshake of peace in areas where Masses are still allowed.
Pope says he goes to Chile, Peru as pilgrim of Gospel joy
The pope will be in Chile Jan. 15-18, visiting the cities of Santiago, Temuco and Iquique. He then will fly to Peru and from Jan. 18-21, he will visit Lima, Puerto Maldonado and Trujillo.
In Chile and Peru, pope to see effects of Latin America’s migration
Venezuelans, Haitians, Bolivians and others are finding work, welcome and challenges in their host countries of Peru and Chile, which the pope will visit Jan. 15-21. He has urged countries to protect and integrate foreigners.
Preparing for pope, young Chileans say they’re glad he wants their views
Carolina Alfaro was recently part of a panel of young Catholics talking to the archbishop's office about their views on being a young Catholic in Chile. Pope Francis has dedicated this year's Synod of Bishops to the theme of young people.