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Killed in the Rwandan genocide, this couple is being considered for sainthood Watch
The story of Cyprien and Daphrose Rugumba is a story of atheism and devout faith, of a strained marriage and a love that overcomes ... continue reading
Iraqi archbishop longs for better times for his Church and his people Watch
Archbishop Petros Mouche heads the Syriac-Catholic Archdiocese of Mosul, Iraqâ s second-largest city, which was captured by ISIS in the ... continue reading
Five years after priest's murder in Syria, Jesuits hope to introduce his cause Watch
During a visit to Homs last week, the superior general of the Society of Jesus said that he would be happy to open a cause of beatification ... continue reading
Netanyahu West Bank pledge could rule out 'two-state solution' in Middle East Watch
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Saturday that he will declare sovereignty over existing settlements in the West Bank ... continue reading
Indian bishop accused of rape could face charges this week Watch
The bishop accused of serially raping a nun could face criminal charges this week, as Indian police say they will ask a court to charge him ... continue reading
Pope Francis to migrants: The Church suffers with you Watch
Immigrants are an important part of the Church and she is aware of the ways they have and are suffering, Pope Francis said to a group of ... continue reading
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Franciscan friar from Kenya wins $1m Global Teacher Prize Watch
What happens when you give a Franciscan $1 million? Nairobi, Kenya, (CNA) - He gives it away.At least that's what Brother Peter Tabichi, ... continue reading
Bishop objects to death sentence for Filipino woman in Saudi Arabia Watch
A bishop in the Philippines is speaking out against the death penalty of a Filipino woman who has been condemned to death in Saudi Arabia. ... continue reading
With Buhari poised to win re-election, Nigerian bishops continue call for credibility Watch
Nigeria is in the midst of counting votes cast in a contentious general election, and Catholic bishops are urging the nation's leaders to ... continue reading
Bangladesh fire victims receive condolences from pope Watch
Pope Francis has offered his solidarity and prayers to victims of a massive fire in the center of the Bangladeshi capital, which has ... continue reading