During his 12 years of papacy, Pope Francis appointed several women to positions of importance, opening roles of leadership in the Church.
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Despair Mounts amid Flooding in Libya
As the death toll rises, due to massive flooding in Libya, Church and world leaders express sorrow and organize humanitarian aid.
Church in Morocco, Pope Offer Prayers after Earthquake
After Morocco was devastated by an earthquake on Sept. 8, Church and world leaders offer prayers, condolences and humanitarian assistance.
Deacon Recalls how Surviving the 9/11 Attacks Bolstered his Faith
Deacon Paul Carris of the Archdiocese of Newark, New Jersey, says the terrorist attacks both challenged his faith and changed his life.
Repairing Relationships: A Maryknoll Reflection
A Maryknoll lay missioner in El Salvador reflects on confronting sin and repairing relationships with our brothers and sisters.
Orbis Books Publishes Memoir on Anniversary of Chile Coup
To mark the 50th anniversary of the 1973 coup d’état in Chile, a new Orbis book highlights the courage of religious who helped the dictatorship’s victims.
Slum Priests Celebrate Mass for Pope Francis
Argentinian “slum priests” celebrate Mass after a presidential candidate insulted Pope Francis in loaded political climate.
Pope’s words go beyond Mongolia
In his first ever visit to Mongolia, Pope Francis makes mention of the Vatican’s developing relations with other Asian countries.
In God’s Image: A Maryknoll Reflection
A Maryknoll sister shares two examples of missioners working to empower girls and people at risk of human trafficking.
Church Leaders Object to Oil Drilling in the Amazon
Church leaders in the Amazon say they worry that oil drilling at the mouth of the Amazon River will lead to disastrous environmental consequences.
Pope Announces New Document to Follow Laudato Si’
As the ecumenical World Day of Prayer for Care of Creation approaches, held Sept. 1 and beginning the Season of Creation, Pope Francis announces a follow up document to his 2015 Laudato Si’.
Catholic Leaders Seek Debt Relief for African Countries
Catholic bishops and other religious leaders call for debt relief for African countries, which together bear a burden of over $1.1 trillion in external debt.
Faithful Stewardship: A Maryknoll Reflection
A Maryknoll priest reflects on stewardship in this Sunday’s Mass readings in light of his service in Asia.
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