Pope Leo XIV, like his two immediate predecessors, visited the so-called Blue Mosque in Turkey’s capital; he spent about 20 minutes inside but did not appear to pause for prayer …
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Though Nicaea is a ruin, its Creed stands and unites Christians, pope says
by Cindy Woodenby Cindy WoodenAlthough the ancient city of Nicaea lies in ruins and the geographic center of Christianity has shifted West, Pope Leo XIV and Christian leaders gathered at an archaeological site in …
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Diocese of Hong Kong mourns over 100 victims of devastating apartment complex fire
by OSV Newsby OSV News“We earnestly ask for Your mercy and compassion on all the deceased, granting them rest,” the diocese asked God in a prayer proposed to all parishes.
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Meeting leaders of Turkey’s small and varied Catholic communities, Pope Leo XIV asked them to embrace their “littleness” as they strive to be a leaven of God’s love in Turkish …
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Pope Leo XIV began his first papal trip speaking of dialogue, peace and thanksgiving — referring to both the holiday and his own gratitude.
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Pope hails ‘courageous commitment’ of Blessed Eliswa, India’s first Indigenous nun
by Anto Akkaraby Anto AkkaraBlessed Eliswa is “a source of inspiration for all those who work, in the Church and in society, for the dignity of women,” the pope said.
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Reports spread that U.S. President Donald Trump appealed directly to China’s Xi Jinping to free jailed Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai when they met in South Korea Oct. 30.
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“Those who could not go to Rome for the pilgrimage have at least come here and expressed their desire” to celebrate the special jubilee time, said the pastor.
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Pope urges Catholic leaders across Asia to adopt ‘zero tolerance’ stance on abuse
by UCA Newsby UCA NewsThe first National Safeguarding Conference, held in the Catholic-majority Philippines,, drew more than 300 bishops, religious superiors and lay experts.
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Maryknoll missionary trains migrant workers in Taiwan to defend their rights
by Paul Jeffreyby Paul JeffreyAs migrant workers wrestled with the pandemic, Niece listened to their growing concerns, wanting to do more than just refer them to the Ministry of Labor.
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