VATICAN CITY (CNS) — God tells Christians not to be afraid because he is always close, accompanying the faithful throughout their lives and through all their challenges, Pope Francis said. …
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Gaza ceasefire an ‘encouraging sign of peace” for the Middle East, US bishop says
by OSV Newsby OSV NewsWASHINGTON (OSV News) — The negotiations on a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas and the first release of hostages to begin Jan. 19 are seen as an “encouraging sign of peace,” …