Religion and Faith

September 1, 2015 10:43 AM

During holy year, pope will let priests forgive women who had abortions

According to church teaching, abortion is a sin so grave that anyone who gets one or performs one is automatically excommunicated. Forgiveness was usually only given by senior church officials.

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August 28, 2015 8:47 AM

MN DNR cites tribal members in second day of treaty rights challenge

The state's longtime position has been that it's illegal to harvest wild rice without a state license off reservation land.

by Jon Collins and John Enger

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August 27, 2015 9:31 AM

Philadelphia preps edible swag, blessed beer ahead of pope's visit

Enterprising businesses will mark the pope's visit to Philadelphia next month with irreverent tchotchkes -- including beers brewed with holy water and toasters that etch the pontiff's face on bread.

by Katie Colaneri and Joe Hernandez

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August 24, 2015 1:25 PM

Right-to-die group fined $30K in Minnesota woman's suicide

Final Exit Network was convicted in May of assisting the suicide of 57-year-old Doreen Dunn, plus a lesser charge of interfering with a death scene. The group's attorney says the fine will be paid this week.

by The Associated Press

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August 21, 2015 4:50 PM

Archdiocese criminal hearing pushed back again

The first court appearance in the criminal case had been originally scheduled for June 24, and was later rescheduled to July 17 and then to Aug. 25. It is now scheduled for Oct. 29.

by Madeleine Baran

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August 20, 2015 1:34 PM

Monastery prior steps aside pending investigation

A former student has alleged sexual misconduct by the Rev. Tom Andert, prior of the monastery at Saint John's Abbey.

by Madeleine Baran

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August 19, 2015 2:02 PM

Confederate battle flag supporters to rally at Minnesota Capitol

BC Johnson, who applied for the rally permit on behalf of "Minnesota 10,000 for Southern Heritage," is an African-American man originally from South Carolina, who said he supports the controversial flag because it represents states' rights.

by Jon Collins

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August 18, 2015 10:51 AM

Changing religions, changing names

Changing a name after converting can be a healthy outer reflection of an inward shift, but Tamara Gray says that not making the simple change mindfully can lead into unhealthy territory

by Haleema Shah