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Young buddhist monks cross a bridge in Thailand.

Vatican sends condolences on death of senior Buddhist abbot

Aug 19, 2013

The Vatican’s Pontifical Council for Inter-Religious Dialogue sent a message of condolence to Thailand on the passing of senior Buddhist... Read more

Catholic radio host defends Islamic scholar's debate choice

Aug 9, 2013

Citing the need for public dialogue, Catholic radio host Al Kresta defended Islamic scholar Shadid Lewis’ invite to controversial critic... Read more

Pope Francis greets pilgrims in St. Peter's Square for his installation on March 19, 2013. Jeffrey Bruno/CNA.

Pope writes to Muslims about mutual respect

Aug 2, 2013

With the end of the month of Ramadan approaching, Pope Francis decided to personally write to all Muslims as a... Read more

Buddhist Students at human dignity workshop in Sriracha, Thailand.

Interfaith workshop shows charity as 'hallmark' of Christian life

Jul 10, 2013

A group of 230 Buddhist students from schools throughout the diocese of Chantaburi, Thailand, learned about the importance of charity... Read more

Pope Francis at the Wednesday general audience in St. Peter's Square on June 5, 2013.

Fight against secularism unites Jews, Catholics, Pope says

Jun 24, 2013

Christians and Jews can work together to challenge the contemporary problems of secularism and disrespect for the human person, Pope... Read more

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Catholic children in Thailand participate in inter-religious dialogue

Jun 20, 2013

Local Catholic children in Bangkok participated in fellowship with other faith groups to foster inter-religious dialogue and peaceful relationships among... Read more

Cardinal Karl Josef Becker speaks during a book launch at the Gregorian University in Rome, Nov. 30, 2012.

Theologian says China to have largest Christian population

Dec 1, 2012

During a recent book launch in Rome, a noted theologian said that China will be home to the majority of... Read more

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Vatican helps launch new interreligious dialogue center

Nov 26, 2012

The Holy See is a founding observer of a new international organization for religious dialogue, which opened Nov. 26 in... Read more

Auxiliary Bishop Denis J. Madden of Baltimore.

US bishops say Muslims, Catholics share religious freedom concerns

Aug 21, 2012

By Michelle La Rosa

In a statement of support and friendship toward the Muslim community, the U.S. bishops' ecumenical committee leader encouraged trust and... Read more