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Cardinals prepare to battle over the future direction of the Catholic Church
Pope Francis’ death fires the gun on what many see as a battle for the soul of the church – pitting those who want to ...
The abuse crisis is still roiling the Catholic Church
Pope Francis took steps to address abuse. But cases continue to emerge, especially in Africa and Asia, with the potential to ...
Pope’s frequent calls to a Catholic church made him a revered figure in war-battered Gaza
In the last 18 months of his life, Pope Francis had a frequent ritual: He would call the lone Catholic church in the Gaza ...
As Catholic Church Enters New Era, Conservative U.S. Members Push It Right
Adherents are reviving old practices and growing more assertive in the battle for the future of the Church—and the nation.
'Symbol of unity': Jacksonville-area's Catholic bishop remembers late Pope Francis
Pope Francis, who died Monday, preached inclusion in his words and travels. Among his visits was Mongolia, which only has ...
Missouri Catholic dioceses observing death of Pope Francis with memorial Masses, rosaries
After the Vatican announced Monday that Pope Francis had died, Catholics reflected on his teachings and shepherding of the ...
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'Build off his life': KC independent Catholic church mourns Pope Francis, celebrates his inclusivity
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — As the world mourns the life and legacy of Pope Francis, Catholics across Kansas City are reflecting on his push for inclusion and acceptance within the faith.
On This Day: Benedict XVI becomes Roman Catholic pope
In 2005, Benedict XVI was installed in Rome as the 265th Roman Catholic pope. In 2013, a building that housed clothing ...