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Couples say Pope Francis’ changes to Catholic views on divorce changed their lives
People across the world are reflecting on how Pope Francis changed their lives, including those who have previously been ...
What do people want from the next pope? American Catholics are divided
A 2024 Pew Research study found that a majority of U.S. Catholics believe women should be allowed to become priests (64%) and ...
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I’m Catholic, and my wife is Protestant. Here’s what I’ve learned from my ecumenical marriage.
My Catholic identity and my wife’s Protestant identity continue to endure, and our faith has developed together in greater ...
Catholics Expected a Revolution From Francis, Just Not the One He Gave Them
Liberals hoped he’d ordain women or allow gay marriage. Conservatives thought he’d tear up Church doctrine. But his papacy ...
The conservative candidate to replace Pope Francis who opposes gay marriage
A number of names have emerged as leading candidates to succeed Pope Francis, who died on Monday - many of whom share starkly ...
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Five Ways Pope Francis, Religious Leader Who Pushed to Modernize the Catholic Church, Was a Man of Firsts
The pontiff, who died on Easter Monday at age 88, strived to make the church more inclusive. But critics believed his reforms ...
The top cardinals in contention to succeed Pope Francis — and what a conclave really is
Here are some of the top contenders to assume the title of pope after the passing of Pope Francis, and more details you need to know about the ...
Pope Francis' death leaves Catholic Church at a crossroads after he charted a progressive path
For Elijah Smith, who grew up Lutheran and Southern Baptist, Pope Francis' teachings that centered on social justice and ...