Pope Leo XIV blessed five statues of Mary that refugees evicted from their islands in Chagos in order to build a major U.S. military base. They plan to place these …
Cindy Wooden
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When Jesus described the path to salvation as a “narrow gate,” he was not placing limits on God’s mercy but was challenging people who were convinced they had done enough …
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“With a heart wounded by the violence that ravages your land, I address you on this day of your national feast,” the pope said.
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Christians are called to help world find peace, reconciliation, pope says
by Cindy Woodenby Cindy WoodenEven as Christians continue the dialogue aimed at restoring their unity, they are called to work together to bring peace and reconciliation to a deeply divided world, Pope Leo XIV …
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At a time when many governments seem unable promote peace, justice and development for all, Christians must be prophetic, reaching out to others and daring to try something new, Pope …
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A plan for Pope Leo XIV to visit Lebanon as well as Turkey in late November and early December is being studied, a Vatican official said.
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Pope sets Aug. 22 as day to pray, fast for peace in Ukraine, Holy Land
by Cindy Woodenby Cindy WoodenVATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope Leo XIV asked Catholics to observe Aug. 22 as a day of prayer and fasting for peace and justice, particularly in Ukraine and in the …
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Exactly 27 years later — Oct. 29, 2005 — Pope Benedict XVI made a private visit to Mentorella in memory of St. John Paul’s visit.
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Pope to Amazon bishops: Proclaim Gospel, fight injustice, defend nature
by Cindy Woodenby Cindy WoodenThe church’s defense of the environment is “so that no one irresponsibly destroys the natural goods that speak of the goodness and beauty of the Creator.”
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Burn with ‘fire’ of God’s love, pope says at Mass and lunch with the poor
by Cindy Woodenby Cindy WoodenSpending the day with the poor, Pope Leo XIV prayed Catholics would make sure their parishes are welcoming of all people and would be “on fire” with God’s love.
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