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'Mother Emanuel' church suffers a new loss in Charleston

'Mother Emanuel' church suffers a new loss in Charleston

The church that was the scene of Wednesday's mass shooting has survived a string of challenges, from racism to an earthquake. Emanuel took its current name at the end of the Civil War.

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What Pope Francis' statement on climate change says about faith

What Pope Francis' statement on climate change says about faith

The Pope released his encyclical on climate change, a much anticipated and leaked document that connects the warming climate with human activity and criticizes global capitalism's indiscriminate use of natural resources.

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Pope urges revolution to save Earth, fix 'perverse' economy

Pope urges revolution to save Earth, fix 'perverse' economy

In a sweeping manifesto, Pope Francis blames the science of global warming on an unfair, fossil fuel-based industrial model that he says harms the poor most.
by The Associated Press

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'What is an encyclical?' and more questions about the Pope's environmental teaching

'What is an encyclical?' and more questions about the Pope's environmental teaching

Pope Francis released his much-anticipated teaching document on the environment Thursday, declaring an urgent need for the political and spiritual conversion of global leaders and individuals to dedicate themselves to curbing climate change and ending policies and personal habits that destroy creation.
by The Associated Press

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Archdiocese asks for big-name legal help

Archdiocese asks for big-name legal help

The Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis said it needs the help of Joseph Dixon in defending itself against criminal and civil charges.
by Martin Moylan and Jon Collins

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What is Ramadan -- and why do Muslims fast?

What is Ramadan -- and why do Muslims fast?

Muslims around the world are marking the start of the holy month of Ramadan, a time marked by intense prayer, daily fasting and nightly feasts.
by Nancy Yang

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Temporary archdiocese caretaker to say Mass for priests Wednesday

Temporary archdiocese caretaker to say Mass for priests Wednesday

Priests are eager to hear from Archbishop Bernard Hebda, the temporary apostolic administrator for the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis. He will hold a Mass in Rochester Wednesday.
by Elizabeth Baier

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Nienstedt's resignation could boost church donations

Nienstedt's resignation could boost church donations

Many parishes are struggling financially because parishioners are giving less out of anger with church leaders. Archbishop John Nienstedt's decision to step down could encourage Catholics to give.
by Martin Moylan

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Profile: Archbishop Bernard Hebda, temporary caretaker of the Twin Cities archdiocese

Profile: Archbishop Bernard Hebda, temporary caretaker of the Twin Cities archdiocese

Hebda will take on all responsibilities of leading the archdiocese following Nienstedt's resignation. He will fill the role until Pope Francis appoints a new, permanent archbishop.
by Tom Scheck and Jon Collins

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