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Lawrence Wright on Scientology, 'Going Clear'

Lawrence Wright on Scientology, 'Going Clear'

Pulitzer Prize-winning author Lawrence Wright takes a look at the religion through a number of characters, exposing some of the inner workings of the organization.

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Pope's mission to revive faith clouded by scandal

Pope's mission to revive faith clouded by scandal

Benedict XVI always cast himself as the reluctant pope, a shy bookworm who preferred solitary walks in the Alps to the public glare and the majesty of Vatican pageantry. But once in office, he never shied from charting the Catholic Church on the course he thought it needed -- a determination reflected in his stunning announcement Monday that he would be the first pope to resign since 1415.

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St. Thomas' female president reflects trends in Catholic education

St. Thomas' female president reflects trends in Catholic education

University of St. Thomas trustees have broken with tradition and named as woman as president-elect. Every previous president in the 128-year history of the school has been a Catholic priest.
by Alex Friedrich

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Ash Wednesday: Pope celebrates last public Mass as pontiff

Ash Wednesday: Pope celebrates last public Mass as pontiff

Pope Benedict XVI is celebrating his last public Mass as pontiff, presiding over Ash Wednesday services inside the packed St. Peter's Basilica in Rome.

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African papal contender wants change

African papal contender wants change

One of Africa's brightest hopes to be the next pope, Ghanaian Cardinal Peter Turkson, says the time is right for a pontiff from the developing world, and that he's up for the job "if it's the will of God."

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Pope's resignation redefines papacy, spurs talk of 'global south' successor

A worldwide Catholic conversation that many church-watchers say effectively stopped when Benedict XVI was elected pope eight years ago has been rekindled by his announced plan to resign at month's end.

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Pope's mission to revive faith clouded by scandal

Pope's mission to revive faith clouded by scandal

Once in office, Benedict never shied from charting the Catholic Church on the course he thought it needed -- a determination reflected in his stunning announcement Monday that he would be the first pope to resign since 1415.

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Pope's resignation surprises Minn. Catholics

Pope's resignation surprises Minn. Catholics

Pope Benedict XVI's surprise decision to step down for health reasons prompted both disappointment and hope among the Catholic faithful in Minnesota.
by Tim Nelson

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Around the world, Benedict's announcement catches many off guard

Shock, sadness and declarations of faith met Pope Benedict XVI's announcement Monday that he would retire Feb. 28. Here's a look at reaction from around the world.

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Pope Benedict XVI resigning: Transcript

Pope Benedict XVI announced Monday he would resign Feb. 28 because he is simply too old to carry on. Here is the text of his announcement, delivered to cardinals gathered for a ceremony to name three new saints.

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