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The 5 ways China represses religious liberty
Just days ago, Hong Kong’s National Security Police arrested the city’s bishop emeritus, and held him for several hours before…
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Pope Francis uses wheelchair in public due to knee problem
Pope Francis used a wheelchair to enter a public audience for the first time. The Pope was wheeled on stage…
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Swiss Guard seeks new headquarters. Works are being prepared in the Vatican
The new Swiss Guard barracks include individual rooms with bathrooms, which could facilitate the incorporation of female recruits. Although that has…
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Pope’s message for the 59th World Day of Prayer for Vocations
Called to build up the human family FRANCISCO Dear Brothers and Sisters: At this time, while the cold winds of…
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Pope Francis to declare 10 new saints on May 15
The last canonization ceremony was held in 2019. On Sunday May 15, St. Peter’s Square will be dressed up to…
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36 new Swiss Guards take solemn oath to protect the pope at swearing in ceremony
While the Vatican has its own police force, the Swiss Guard are solely responsible for protecting the pope. 36 new…
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Vatican extends Covid restrictions until May 31
The Vatican has extended its Covid restrictions until May 31st. That means that anyone hoping to pay it a visit…
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Pope Francis: Liturgy cannot become an ideological battleground
Pope Francis did not mince words when speaking with students and professors of the Pontifical Liturgical Institute. They met with…
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Pope Francis: Let world leaders not forget that the people want peace
After praying the Regina Coeli, Pope Francis addressed some 20,000 pilgrims gathered in St. Peter’s Square, turning his attention to…
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Pope Francis to LGBT Catholics: God does not disown any of his children
Pope Francis responded to questions frequently asked by LGBT Catholics and their families in a letter addressed to the Jesuit…
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