Religion
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National Eucharistic Congress, a Catholic mega-event, to kick off evangelization year
(RNS) — Two years ago, faced with low Mass attendance, deepening political and theological divisions and the continuing fallout from…
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New working document points the way for October synod
(RNS) — I confess I fell asleep several times reading the new working document for the Synod on Synodality, which will…
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Five faith facts about Trump’s VP pick, JD Vance
WASHINGTON (RNS) — On the first day of the Republican National Convention, former President Donald Trump has announced Ohio Sen.…
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How Pope Francis has threaded dissent from right and left to avoid schism
VATICAN CITY (RNS) — In September 2019, returning from a visit to Africa, Pope Francis reflected on the flight home…
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Religious exemptions to Title IX on trial again in appeals case against US Dept of Ed
(RNS) — In late March of 2021, the Religious Exemption Accountability Project (REAP) filed a class action lawsuit charging the…
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Dr. Ruth was a Jewish heroine
(RNS) — You must admit — 96 years is a pretty good run for anyone. That was my first thought…
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God did not save Donald Trump
(RNS) — I’m glad Donald Trump is alive, and I’m quite confident God is, too. But my understanding of Christian…
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Mexico ‘cancels’ statue of Greek god Poseidon after dispute with local deity
MEXICO CITY (AP) — The gods must be angry — or just laughing at the hubris of humanity. Authorities in…
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PM Netanyahu Attends Memorial for Slain Brother Yoni Netanyahu Along with Family and Knesset Members
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu attended a memorial service on July 2, 2024, commemorating the life and legacy of his late…
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Hamas Agrees to Hostage Deal with Israel, Release of Palestinian Prisoners Expected
In a significant development, Hamas has agreed to a hostage exchange deal with Israel, which includes the release of a…
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