Catholic-Muslim Relations
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Pope Francis and the Islamic world: A legacy of dialogue and fraternity
How did Pope Francis view Islam and Muslim peoples during his time as pope? What is the position of the... Read more
Vatican expresses solidarity with Muslims during Ramadan fast
“Our world is thirsting for fraternity and genuine dialogue,” a March 7 message from the Vatican’s Dicastery for Interreligious Dialogue... Read more
Paris Grand Mosque rector proposes to Pope Francis a meeting between Muslims and Christians
Chems-Eddine Hafiz made the proposal on Feb. 10 at Casa Santa Marta in the Vatican during an audience with the... Read more
Marian procession in Tunisia brings Catholics and Muslims together
Every year in the heart of North Africa, the country of Tunisia offers a unique spectacle: an annual procession honoring... Read more
Muslim leaders condemn ‘disgraceful’ Olympics scene: It ‘offended us as much as them’
The supreme leader of Iran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, condemned the “insults” against Jesus Christ, noting that Jesus is a respected... Read more
Priest battles ‘hate crime’ charges for criticizing Islam
A Spanish priest is facing up to three years in prison on “hate crime” charges for his heated words about... Read more
Mexican religious sister tells how Christians live in Sudan, a Muslim-majority country
Sister María del Carmen Galicia stressed that “peaceful coexistence” is possible between the followers of Islam and Christianity. Read more
Holy See and the Sultanate of Oman establish diplomatic ties
The move leaves only six countries worldwide without any diplomatic connection to the Vatican. Read more
The Muslim, the Catholic cardinal, and the church in Bosnia that could help heal deep divisions
A prominent Bosnian cardinal has said that “forgiveness can be achieved” following the consecration of a Catholic church in the... Read more
Cardinal Parolin urges negotiation to find a ‘win-win solution’ to war in Ukraine
‘The message of the Holy See, of the Holy Father, is to stop the war,’ the Vatican Secretary of State... Read more
After meeting Pope Francis, leader invites France’s Muslims to pray for peace in Ukraine
The pope has asked people worldwide to fast and pray for an end to the conflict. Read more
Christian-Muslim dialogue needs a foundation in everyday friendship, French Dominican says
Progress in Christian-Muslim dialogue ultimately must come from Catholics and others who deliberately make efforts to befriend and understand Muslims,... Read more
Christian and Muslim leaders: Pope Francis' Iraq trip still bearing good fruit, but more dialogue needed
Pope Francis’ March visit with Grand Ayatollah Ali Al-Sistani, a prominent Shiite Muslim cleric, has already helped to foster some... Read more
What a Dominican priest from the Midwest has learned about Catholic-Muslim dialogue since 9/11
Real-life relationships and a “holy curiosity” must be the basis for Catholic-Muslim dialogue, says a Dominican priest whose college discussions... Read more
Pope Francis in Iraq, Muslim dialogue, and persecuted Christians
Among the historic moments from the pope’s recent visit to Iraq was the establishment of a National Day of Tolerance... Read more
Syrian government to build replica of Hagia Sophia
The government of Syria plans to build a replica of Hagia Sophia, with support from Russia, as a protest against... Read more
What is the Higher Committee of Human Fraternity?
This week’s interreligious day of prayer is the first major worldwide initiative of a committee created by the United Arab... Read more
Indonesian police identify couple responsible for attack on Filipino cathedral
Indonesian authorities released Tuesday the names of a couple whom they believe to have orchestrated a January terrorist attack on... Read more
Six months after terror attack, Philippines cathedral packed at rededication
Despite the fresh memory of a deadly terrorist attack in January, the rededication Mass of the Cathedral of Our Lady... Read more
Pope Francis: God desires solidarity among Catholics and Muslims
Reflecting upon his recent apostolic journey to Morocco, Pope Francis said Wednesday that God desires a greater sense of fraternity... Read more
