The poor will be present on the footsteps of the Basilica of St. Mary Major where Francis will be buried April 26 following the funeral Mass at St. Peter’s Basilica.
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(OSV News) — A man left his pew, rushed at a priest in the sanctuary and swung his fist before being subdued by parishioners and a security guard Feb. 4 …
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(OSV News) — As temperatures across the country plunge as far as 80% below normal — accompanied in many regions by punishing blizzards — there are the usual concerns: chapped lips …
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PARIS (OSV News) — Ahead of World Day of the Poor, observed in the church Nov. 17, French bishops gave a green light to open the sainthood cause for a …
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BALTIMORE (OSV News) — On the first day of the public session of the U.S. bishops’ annual fall meeting in Baltimore, the importance of the church’s mission in light of …
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The Friars’ Table, with saint-inspired menu, aims to leave workers, diners feeling uplifted
by Zoey Maraistby Zoey Maraist(OSV News) — This winter Cleveland diners will be able to taste and see saint-inspired dishes while sipping Trappist-brewed beer in a restaurant that gives jobs to men and women …
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(OSV News) — The twin specters of abortion and desperation frequently hover over unplanned pregnancies. Referencing these realities, Father Donald Rooney, pastor of St. Bernadette Catholic Church in Springfield, Virginia, …
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USCCB backs legislation that aims to help religious groups develop affordable housing
by Kate Scanlonby Kate ScanlonWASHINGTON (OSV News) — Legislation under consideration in Congress would help faith-based organizations respond to a shortage in affordable housing by easing restrictions on the use of their land to …
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INDIANAPOLIS (OSV News) — As 10-year-old Annabel Cougron packed the pre-made meals in a large box at the end of an assembly line, she admitted she had never gone hungry. …
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The National Eucharistic Pilgrimage is entering its final days as the pilgrims approach Indianapolis for the National Eucharistic Congress which starts July 17. Next week we’ll have a sizable team …