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'Even if Putin Dies, They Will Still Be Deadly': Priest on Russia
A renown human rights investigator says there will be bad blood between Russians and Ukrainians even after the war finally ends.
'Satan' Trends on Twitter as Greene Doubles Down on Controversial Remarks
More than 74,000 Twitter users had included "Satan" in their tweets as of the time of writing.
Marjorie Taylor Greene Says Satan 'Sells Abortion' to Women
The Georgia Republican caused controversy when she described the Catholic Church as being controlled by the Devil.
Pope Francis Apologizes to Canada's Indigenous Peoples for Abuse at Schools
First Nations, Inuit, and Métis delegates met with the pontiff at the Vatican.
The Origins of St. Valentine and Why He Is Celebrated
Valentine's Day can be linked to a Roman festival, which entailed fertility rites and the pairing off of women with men by lottery. But who was St. Valentine?
Archbishop Cordileone on Biden, Catholic "Scandal," the Communion Question
Joe Biden said the pope called him a good Catholic. A U.S. archbishop doubts it
Joe Biden Will Meet Pope Francis As Abortion Rights Head to Supreme Court
Conservative U.S. bishops have pushed for President Biden, a Roman Catholic, to be denied the sacrament of Holy Communion because of his stance on abortion.
Pope Francis Confirms 'Miracle' to Put John Paul I on Path to Sainthood
John Paul I reigned as supreme pontiff for just 33 days in 1978 in the so-called "year of three popes."
Pennsylvania AG Who Oversaw Clergy Abuse Investigation to Run for Governor
If he gets the Democratic nomination, it's far from clear whom Josh Shapiro would face in the fall 2022 election.
Spanish Archbishop Apologizes for Racy Video Shot in Famous Cathedral
However, the dean of Toledo Cathedral justified the video as part of the current culture and thinks it could help bring more people back to the church.
Envelope Containing Three Bullets Sent to Pope Francis
An investigation has been launched after the discovery and interception of the mail on the outskirts of Milan, reported local media outlets.
Creators of 'Rebel Hearts' Want a Mini-Series to Finish Nuns' Story
"Rebel Hearts" is on discovery+ but the creators feel "a mini-series" would help tell the full story about this group of rebellious nuns from the 1960s.
'Rebel Hearts' Highlights Trailblazing Nuns in New Discovery+ Documentary
In 1960s Los Angeles, a group of progressive nuns at Immaculate Heart College fought back against the oppressive patriarchy.
The Power of Easter in an Increasingly Secular America
When the Resurrection is watered down, explained away or turned into a harmless symbol, Christianity devolves into one more mythic system, or one spiritual self-help program among many.
COVID-19 Vaccines and Fetal Tissue: The Science and Controversy Explained
"Morally compromised"? The cells from aborted human embryos were crucial in developing and testing the Moderna, Pfizer and Johnson & Johnson vaccines. That puts the Catholic Church in a difficult spot.
Baltimore Archdiocese Plans to Hold Public Mass Despite Rise in Infections
President Donald Trump has called for places of worship to reopen.
Medieval Catholic Church Shaped Psychology of Westerners Living Today
Research has shown that people who live in Western, industrialized societies display psychological traits that are "particularly unusual" compared to the rest of the world.
Priest Accused of Molestation Files Defamation Lawsuit
A Catholic priest has filed a defamation of character lawsuit against his former diocese after being accused of molesting children.
Catholic Church Fights Rome's Mayor Over Trevi Coins
The large sum of money is traditionally donated to a Catholic charity, but the mayor wants to spend it on the city's infrastructure.
Fugitive Priest Extradited To Face Sex Charges
Arthur Perrault, 80, evaded the law for almost three decades in Tangier, Morocco after allegedly committing a "long history of child sex abuse against vulnerable victims." He was extradited and back on American soil as of Friday and formally charged in federal court with criminal aggravated sexual abuse and abusive sexual contact with one boy on federally-protected land.
Pope Francis Ireland Itinerary Set Amid Sex Scandals
While still predominately Catholic, Ireland has voted to legalize abortion.
Pope Accepts Resignation Of Clergy in Sex Abuse Scandal
Pope Francis initially called the allegations against Bishop Barros "slander."
Play Sunday Soccer, Just Don't Miss Mass, Says Vatican
But the Vatican warned against the over-commercialization of sport and a "winning at all costs" mentality.
Priest Found Dead Weeks After Being Kidnapped in Mexico
Reverend Moises Fabila Reyes is the third priest killed or to have been found dead under suspicious circumstances in Mexico in a week.
What Is Exorcism and Is Demonic Possession Real?
Exorcisms are often unspectacular, though unofficial exorcisms have sometimes had tragic consequences.
Pope May Change the Rules on Priests and Marriage
Pope Francis has plans for combating the Catholic Church's priest shortage.
Cardinals Unite Around Pope After Conservatives' Attack
Pope Francis was the victim of a poster campaign by critics who see him as tacking too far to the left.
Pope Francis Promotes 17 to Cardinal
The cardinals who can choose the next pope hail from Italy, the Central African Republic, Spain, the U.S., Brazil, Bangladesh, Venezuela, Belgium, Mauritius, Mexico and Papua New Guinea.
Mother Teresa to Achieve Sainthood Sunday
More than 100,000 are expected in St. Peter's Square at the Vatican for Pope Francis' service honoring the Indian nun.
Who Was Pope John Paul II's 30-Year Female Friend?
The former pope maintained a 30-year friendship with a married U.S. female academic.