This church was "discovered" by Portuguese missionaries in the 16th century. After attempts to "latinize" the rite, many broke away to form their own rite under the control of the Syrian Patriarch.

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The Roman Catholic Church has consistently condemned abortion — the direct and purposeful taking of the life of the unborn child. In principle, Catholic Christians believe that all life is ...

Historians are divided over the strength of Catholicism in late eighteenth-century France. Some suggest that it was still flourishing after the efforts of the Council of Trent (1545-63) to reform and ...

The mountain valley offers views over rugged canyons, surrounded by palm trees and cacti, and has been likened to Macchu ...

During a multination ministry to parts of Europe and the Middle East, Elder David A. Bednar of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints joined in a ...

A royal church offering daily services for all and a World Heritage Site with over a thousand years of history.

Some cities are more than just tourist destinations; they are living museums that preserve centuries of history, culture, and ...

Behind it, the Catholic church that replaced it ... Palacio del Inka Chincherro is 20 miles outside Cusco, a 1.5-hour flight from Lima and the former Inca capital. For a truly immersive experience ...

Some cities are more than just places to visit—they are living museums, preserving centuries of history, culture, and ...

Inaugurated in 1672, this baroque-style church named in honor of Saint Francis of Assisi is best known for the network of catacombs located underneath the chapel. The catacombs contain an ...