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Pope Francis accepts a portrait of himself from a man attending the World Conference on Xenophobia, Racism, and Populist Nationalism in the Context of Global Migration, during an audience at the Vatican Sept. 20. The conference was held in Rome Sept. 18-20 in collaboration with the Vatican and the World Council of Churches. (CNS photo/Vatican Media)

Pope: Those exploiting foreigners for profit will pay on Judgment Day

Posted by - September 30, 2018
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — No one can remain indifferent to the way minority groups are increasingly the object of so much fear, scorn and hatred, Pope Francis said. And he…
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Sister Helen Lange, a member of the Benedictine Sisters of Florida in St. Leo, turns 105 Sept. 28. Seen in an undated photo, Sister Helen leaves an "endearing mark on all those she encounters," says her order. She joined the community in 1930. (CNS photo/courtesy Benedictine Sisters of Florida)

Benedictine sister turning 105 said longevity secret is love people, God

Posted by - September 30, 2018
ST. LEO, Fla. (CNS) — Benedictine Sister Helen Lange, who turns 105 Sept. 28, is described as someone who leaves an endearing mark on all those she encounters. For 44…
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The members of the Ad Hoc Committee of the newly established Refalawasch Ministry pose for a group picture on the Feast of St. Vincent de Paul, September 27, 2018. (L to R: Senator Sixto Igisomar, Jesus Elameto, Deacon Tony Yarobwemal, Malua Peter, Bishop Ryan, Gregoria Fitial Omar and Jack Omar. (Inset: Fr. Isidro Ogumoro, Spiritual Director).

Refalawasch Ministry: a newly established ministry in the diocese

Posted by - September 29, 2018
In order to assist Bishop Ryan Jimenez in providing pastoral and spiritual needs to the Refalawasch community, a new ministry called the “Refalawasch Ministry” has been established in the diocese…
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CATECHISTS CHALLENGED TO SERVE IN HUMILITY

Posted by - September 29, 2018
September 23 was the designated date for the commissioning of the catechists in the different parishes following the commissioning of the Coordinators and Assistant Coordinators in the CCD Program last…
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Rita Cabrera Guerrero: Lumen Christi Nominee

Posted by - September 29, 2018
Catholic Extension’s Lumen Christi Award honors an individual or group working in one of America’s mission dioceses who demonstrates how the power of faith can trans- form lives and communities.…
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The directors of the recent “We Drank Our Tears” films gathered for a group photo after a sold-out screening of the films earlier this year. From left: Angelo Manese, Galvin Deleon Guerrero, and Justin Ocampo. Their recent films have been nominated for the Made in the Marianas Award at the 8th Annual Guam International Film Festival. Dylan Santos plays Benjamin Abadilla in “We Drank Our Tears.” The film was recently nominated for the Made in the Marianas Award at the 8th Annual Guam International Film Festival.

Mount Carmel School films nominees for award at Guam International Film Festival

Posted by - September 29, 2018
Two Mount Carmel School films have been nominated for the Made in the Marianas Award at the 8th Annual Guam International Film Festival, also known as the GIFF. The films,…
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Cardinal Lorenzo Baldisseri, secretary-general of the Synod of Bishops, holds documents during a Sept. 18 Vatican news conference to announce synod changes. Also pictured is Greg Burke, Vatican spokesman. Pope Francis has issued an apostolic constitution, updating the rules of how the synod is prepared for, conducted and implemented. (CNS photo/Paul Haring)

Listening church: Pope gives new vision for Synod of Bishops

Posted by - September 22, 2018
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — The Synod of Bishops increasingly should be a structure for listening to the Catholic faithful, demonstrating a local bishop’s concern for the entire church and a…
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Hye-Jin Kim, a South Korean professor at the Catholic University of Korea's College of Nursing, stands near the entrance of the Paul VI audience hall at the Vatican June 26. She was among 15 young researchers in attendance at the Pontifical Academy for Life's June 25-27 general assembly held at the Vatican. (CNS photo/Junno Arocho Esteves)

Life Sciences 101: Young researchers bring new energy to defend life

Posted by - September 22, 2018
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — In its effort to defend life at all stages, the Pontifical Academy for Life is relying on young scientists and professionals to reach across the aisle…
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