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Pope: Church’s preferential option for the poor is nonnegotiable
A missionary or church reality that is truly inspired by the Holy Spirit "manifests predilection for the poor and vulnerable as a sign and reflection of the Lord’s own preference for them," Pope Francis told the pontifical mission societies.
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Dozens gather virtually to sing psalms, hymns, songs
Notre Dame Preparatory High School's choir and alumni are bringing the world a little closer together, even when it remains far apart.
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Caution tops checklists for Catholic colleges to reopen in fall
Long before graduation ceremonies are over, college administrators usually have an eye on the upcoming fall semester. And this year, even with virtual commencement ceremonies, the look to the next academic year is inevitable.
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St. Peter’s Basilica reopens to the public
Almost 10 weeks after St. Peter's Basilica was closed to the public in cooperation with Italy's COVID-19 lockdown measures, the faithful and tourists were allowed back in May 18.
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Pope Declares Five New Saints
Saints are people who recognized their need for God's help, who took risks to discover God's will and to help others and who nurtured a habit of thanksgiving, Pope Francis said.
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Nurse relies on the Holy Spirit in caring for COVID-19 patients
Rebecca Maslow's work day begins long before she walks through the doors of Hennepin County Medical Center in Minneapolis where she is a nurse in the intensive care unit.
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New pope calls for Christian witness in world that finds faith ‘absurd’