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Catholic priest to coordinate interreligious center at Olympic Village
"We hope that the center will encourage harmony and unity among different countries and among different religions," Father Leandro Lenin Tavares said.
Poland visit will be inspired by mercy, pope says
The pope will join hundreds of thousands of young people from around the world during his July 27-31 visit to celebrate World Youth Day.
Pope marries young deaf couple in chapel of his residence
The couple have been active in cultural initiatives for the deaf community in Padova, in northern Italy, including a version of Big Brother for the deaf.
Panel examines causes, solutions for ‘growing scourge’ of trafficking
Speakers called for greater awareness and stronger policies to combat the roots of human trafficking among children and youth.
Mexican archdiocese promises help in alleged sexual assault by priest
Father Carlos Franco Perez, priest at the cathedral in Oaxaca city, has been arrested for an alleged sexual assault occurring during Holy Week, according to local media.
After court ruling, Salvadorans must seek reconciliation, says bishop
UPDATED - Salvadorans must not overreact to the Supreme Court decision to declare the country's amnesty law unconstitutional, said Auxiliary Bishop Gregorio Rosa Chavez of San Salvador.
Nuncio to U.N.: Create Palestinian state, use faith-based diplomacy
Archbishop Auza called for the full implementation of the U.N. General Assembly's Resolution 181, which called for the creation of a Palestinian state almost 70 years ago and has not been fulfilled.
Canadian marketer: Laypeople must step up to help church evangelize
The church -- from individual parishes to the Vatican -- needs to collaborate with highly skilled specialists if it wants to get serious about evangelization.
Puerto Rico priest sentenced to prison for felony in sexual abuse case
A former priest from the Diocese of Mayaguez who originally faced two felony charges of improper sexual behavior was sentenced on one of those charges July 14.
Pope prays for grieving families following terror attack in France
Remembering the victims of the tragic terrorist attack in Nice, France, Pope Francis prayed that God may give comfort to grieving families and foil the plans of those who wish to harm others.