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U.S. bishops’ group travels to Iraq, meets with those who fled ISIS
One of Iraq's Christians chased out of her historic homeland quietly prayed the rosary as a bishop who traveled halfway around the world to meet her and others displaced celebrated Mass for them.
Persecuted for faith, Christians are united in bloodshed, pope says
Christians are united in bloodshed as they suffer from violence and persecution in various parts of the world, Pope Francis told Christian leaders.
Archbishop says church in Niger will rebuild after riots
An archbishop in Niger said the church would rebuild after rioters destroyed its places of worship during protests over cartoons mocking depictions of Muhammad by the French satirical newsweekly Charlie Hebdo.
Just as Mary gave the world Jesus, women hand on faith, pope says
Why is it that mostly women are the ones who hand down the faith generation after generation, Pope Francis asked.
Education, awe must mark approach to other religions, pope says
Education about one's own faith and the faith of others is the most effective antidote to interreligious violence, Pope Francis told participants in a conference on Catholic-Muslim scholarship and dialogue.
Jesuits say violence continues South African history of xenophobia
A week of violence targeting foreign nationals and their businesses in Soweto and other Johannesburg townships is a national disgrace and "continues South Africa's shameful history of xenophobia," said The Jesuit Institute South Africa.
Pope says family is where people learn communication
Beginning with an unborn child's relationship with his mother, the family is where members of the church and wider society learn the essential lessons of communication, Pope Francis said.
CSI mummy: Vatican experts use forensic science to unravel mysteries
Scientific advancements in imaging technology, genetics and nano research have allowed museums to make new and surprising discoveries about the tightly wrapped mysteries of ancient mummies.
Pope urges new cardinals not to let nomination go to their heads
Writing to the 20 new cardinals he will create in February, Pope Francis said they should graciously accept that their friends, family and faithful will want to celebrate, but they also should ensure that the celebrations are not exaggerated.
Pope says marriage annulment process should be free of charge
Addressing the Vatican tribunal primarily responsible for hearing requests for marriage annulments, Pope Francis said all annulment processes should be free of charge