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Report: Americans less polarized on faith, politics than generally thought

A new report identifies what researchers call "three big myths" about faith and politics in the U.S., concluding that the nation is less polarized around such issues than popularly believed -- and that faith leaders are key to healing division ...
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Pope makes donation to fund scholarships in Lebanon

Pope Francis donated $200,000 to fund educational scholarships in Lebanon, which is facing a devastating economic crisis compounded by the coronavirus pandemic.
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Franciscan Friars Vote to Unify

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Voicing their support for the revitalization of Franciscan life in the United States, six provinces of the Order of Friars Minor have voted to form one new organization. On May 30, the friars of each of the ...
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