MOSUL, Iraq (CNS) -- As some residents of the city of Mosul celebrate their new freedom from the Islamic State group, an Iraqi Christian leader who visited the war-torn city said Christian residents are unlikely to return.    "I don't see a future for Christians in Mosul," said Fathe...
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VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- When it comes to helping the poor, the marginalized and refugees, Pope Francis urged Catholics not to mimic the "Mannequin Challenge" by just looking on, frozen and immobile.    The video version of his prayer intention for February begins with a street scene of...
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VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- The Vatican believes scientific facts exist and it wants to hear about them from world-renowned scientists before it offers guidance on or criticism of related political, social or economic policies.    The facts and the practical responses to them are separate...
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VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- Christian hope isn't about believing in something that may or may not come true, like hoping tomorrow's weather will be pleasant, Pope Francis said.    "Christian hope is the expectation of something that already has been fulfilled and that certainly will be att...
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WASHINGTON (CNS) -- President Donald Trump's executive memorandum intended to restrict the entry of terrorists coming to the United States brought an outcry from Catholic leaders across the U.S.    Church leaders used phrases such as "devastating," "chaotic" and "cruel" to describe t...
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WASHINGTON (CNS) -- School choice initiatives are no longer at the back of the class raising their hand and never getting called on. Today, they are taking a front seat in education circles, state assemblies and even Washington politics.    Vouchers, tax credits and education savings...
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WASHINGTON (CNS) -- Catholic organizations expressed distress and unease with President Donald J. Trump's actions related to immigration while pledging to continue serving and supporting migrant people.    The reactions came within hours of Trump's signing of executive memorandums on...
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VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- The humble counsel of courageous women should never be disregarded but rather embraced as advice full of God's divine wisdom, Pope Francis said.    Women like the biblical heroine Judith are an example of trusting God amid sufferings and difficulties when it is...
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INDIANAPOLIS (CNS) -- The fear flashes in their eyes again as the educators recall rushing to the child who was lifeless on the ground.    In one moment, 11-year-old Ethan Velazquez raced across the playground at Holy Spirit School in Indianapolis, playing soccer with his friends. In...
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VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- Pope Francis sent best wishes and prayers to incoming President Donald J. Trump shortly after he took the oath of office.    "I offer you my cordial good wishes and the assurance of my prayers that almighty God will grant you wisdom and strength in the exercise...
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