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Pope Francis discusses education with faith leaders on World Teachers’ Day
Muslim, Jewish, Buddhist, Sikh, and Jain representatives gathered at the Vatican. 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: ‘The world has a profound thirst for peace’
Pope Francis affirmed the signal importance of peace at an interreligious gathering Tuesday on Rome’s Capitoline Hill. Read more
Vatican official: Human fraternity is the Christian response to identity politics
The secretary of the Vatican’s Pontifical Council for Interreligious Dialogue has argued that as tribalism and identity politics increase, the... Read more
Catholic publisher makes second apology over Mormon cover art
A Catholic publishing company has apologized for its use of a Mormon angel on the cover of two Catholic publications,... Read more
Catholic, Eastern Orthodox Churches to observe day of mourning for Hagia Sophia
The US Conference of Catholic Bishops said Tuesday that July 24 “is a Day of Mourning” for Hagia Sophia. The... Read more
Hagia Sophia belongs 'to all of humanity', Eastern Orthodox patriarch says amid mosque plans
While Turkey’s president has made moves to close the museum at the former Christian basilica Hagia Sophia and revert it... Read more
Vatican backs worldwide interfaith day of prayer and fasting
On May 14, people of all religious affiliations are called to participate in a day of prayer, fasting, and acts... Read more
Pope Francis urges dialogue in face of ongoing jihadist violence in Burkina Faso
Pope Francis urged interreligious dialogue in Burkina Faso Wednesday as ongoing violence by jihadist groups has killed more than 750... Read more
Catholics, Muslims pray at Vatican for September 11 victims
Catholics and Muslims prayed in Vatican City Wednesday for the victims of the Sept. 11 attacks and of every act... Read more
In Naples, Pope Francis calls for theological dialogue with Islam, Judaism
In Naples Friday Pope Francis delivered a speech calling for theological dialogue with Islam and Judaism in pontifical universities as... Read more
Pope Francis appoints new head of Vatican’s interreligious dialogue
Pope Francis appointed Spanish Bishop Miguel Ayuso Guixot Saturday as president of the Pontifical Council for Interreligious Dialogue. Read more
Pope Francis in Bulgaria: Peace is a gift and a task
At an interreligious meeting in Bulgaria Monday, Pope Francis told Orthodox, Muslim, and other religious leaders that peace is both... Read more
Religious freedom is about human dignity, pope says in Morocco
During his first meeting in Rabat Saturday, Pope Francis underlined the importance of religious liberty and its connection to the... Read more
Pope says UAE trip was 'new page' in dialogue between Christians, Muslims
Pope Francis said Wednesday that his recent trip to Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates was a step forward... Read more
Justice and peace are inseparable, Pope Francis says in UAE
In an interreligious meeting in Abu Dhabi Monday, Pope Francis said that for peace to flourish among religions, there must... Read more
Pope calls United Arab Emirates 'a land of coexistence' ahead of visit
Pope Francis expressed gratitude for his upcoming trip to the United Arab Emirates, noting it is an opportunity to promote... Read more
US bishops extend sympathy at death of Mormon Church president
Thomas Monson, president of the Mormon Church, died Tuesday at the age of 90, leading Catholic bishops to offer prayer... Read more
Interfaith unity is more than tolerance – it needs trust, Pope says
In an encounter with interfaith leaders in Bangladesh, Pope Francis stressed the need to join together in promoting mutual respect... Read more
Pope stresses peace in unscheduled meeting with Burma's religious leaders
In an impromptu meeting on Tuesday morning, Pope Francis urged religious leaders in Burma to work toward peace, each according... Read more
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