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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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The latest reaction on Nienstedt resignation

The latest reaction on Nienstedt resignation

MPR News' Tom Weber gets more reaction to the news and gives an update on this developing story.
by Madeleine Baran

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Nienstedt resigns in cover-up scandal

Nienstedt resigns in cover-up scandal

Nienstedt and Auxiliary Bishop Lee Piche resigned Monday after prosecutors charged the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis with having failed to protect children from a pedophile priest.
by Tom Scheck, Madeleine Baran and Jon Collins

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Twin Cities Hindu temple grows on faith, family

Twin Cities Hindu temple grows on faith, family

Sixteen years ago, Satya Balroop started a Hindu temple in her suburban Twin Cities living room. The small but growing congregation now calls a former Lutheran church home.
by Nikki Tundel

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