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Scholars decode one of the last fragments of the Dead Sea Scrolls
The Dead Sea Scrolls, which are among the oldest extant biblical manuscripts, have been a topic of interest since they... Read more
Full text of Pope Francis’ in-flight press conference from Peru
In a conversation with journalists on his return flight from Peru to Rome on Sunday, Pope Francis discussed the people... Read more
Pope Francis: Final verdict on Sodalitium founder likely 'unfavorable'
On board the papal flight from Lima to Rome, Pope Francis said a final Vatican verdict on the founder of... Read more
Francis says comments on sexual abuse in Chile were 'not the best'
Aboard the papal plane from Lima to Rome Sunday, Pope Francis said that comments made to Chilean journalists Jan. 18... Read more
Pope in Peru: 'Be the saints of the 21st century'
On his last day in Peru, Pope Francis encouraged Catholics to imitate Jesus, who embraces the poor and suffering, and... Read more
Don't 'photoshop' your heart – be who you are, Pope tells young Peruvians
On Sunday Pope Francis told Peruvian youth that Jesus doesn't want disciples who have been “photoshopped” to perfection, but like... Read more
The Church needs you, Francis tells contemplative sisters in Peru
Speaking to contemplative women religious Sunday, Pope Francis said that they aren’t second-class, but a necessary part of the Church,... Read more
Why this man says abortion isn't just a woman's issue
A man who lost his own child to abortion believes men have important things to say on the issue, and... Read more
Cardinal O’Malley: Pope’s words 'a source of great pain' for abuse survivors
The chairman of the Vatican’s commission on sexual abuse has said that recent comments from Pope Francis were painful and... Read more
Fight 'scourge' of violence against women, Pope says at Marian celebration
If we’re confused, facing difficulties, or struggling with sin, we can look to Mary to help guide us to the... Read more
Do not become 'professionals of the sacred,' Pope tells Peruvian priests, religious
Pope Francis met with Peruvian priests and religious Saturday, telling them that a sense of humor is a good remedy... Read more
When storms come, have faith in Jesus, Pope tells Catholics in Peru
In a homily Saturday, Pope Francis spoke about the natural disasters Peru experienced over the last year, praising the way... Read more
Warm weather greets marchers at the 45th annual March for Life
They came from across the country and the globe to Washington, DC. for one purpose: to stand in solidarity with... Read more
Pro-life strength lies in love, speakers tell March for Life
The pro-life movement’s most powerful tool lies in its ability to love, speakers said Friday at the March for Life... Read more
House passes protections for abortion survivors
As the annual March for Life began just blocks away from the U.S. Capitol on Friday, the House of Representatives... Read more
March for Life hears praise from President Trump
President Donald Trump praised the pro-life movement’s support for pregnant women and touted his administration’s pro-life policy achievements in his... Read more
Pope says accusations against Chilean bishop are 'calumny'
At the end of his three-day visit to Chile, Pope Francis came to the defense of a controversial bishop, saying... Read more
Pope in Peru: Don’t just protect the Amazon, protect its people
Speaking to members of Peru's indigenous Amazonian communities Friday, Pope Francis said that contrary to the consumerist mentality that places... Read more
For former abortion workers, kindness changes hearts
Myra Neyer used to work a medical assistant at Planned Parenthood Baltimore. Today, she has left the abortion industry and... Read more
Pope stops popemobile to help police officer thrown from horse
Pope Francis stopped the ‘popemobile’ today in the streets of Iquique, Chile today, after seeing a police officer thrown from... Read more
