Archive for December 6, 2014

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By Elise Harris

Advent meditations for Pope delve into meaning of peace

Papal preacher Father Raniero Cantalamessa gave his first advent homily to Pope Francis, touching on the biblical meaning of the... Read more

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By Matt Hadro

House overcomes partisan bickering to pass disabilities bill

After eight years in legislative limbo, a bill helping those with disabilities to save in tax-exempt accounts and still receive... Read more

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By Ann Schneible

Pope Francis decries persecution of Iraqi Christians in video message

In a video message delivered to the displaced Iraqi Christians on Saturday, Pope Francis decried the suffering experienced by those... Read more