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FaithMarch 28
What to know about Carlo Acutis, the Catholic Church’s new millennial saintCarlo Acutis, soon to be the Catholic Church's first millennial saint, is drawing pilgrims to Assisi, Italy, where his body lies in a shrine. Known for his devotion and modern approach to faith, Acutis will be canonized on April 27.GIOVANNA DELL'ORTO, Associated Press
FaithMarch 28
Passover is a Jewish holiday remembering sorrowful events and celebrating hope for a better futurePassover is a Jewish holiday that commemorates the Israelites' escape from Egypt and symbolizes hope for the future. It involves a Seder meal with rituals that reflect on past hardships and future aspirations.Samuel L. Boyd, Associated Press
FaithMarch 27
Spiritual adviser to man executed by firing squad: 'We're more than the worst thing we've done.'United Methodist minister Hillary Taylor reflects on her journey as a spiritual adviser to Brad Sigmon, executed by firing squad in South Carolina. Taylor shares insights on redemption, compassion, and the anti-death penalty movement.ELIZABETH E. EVANS, Associated Press
FaithMarch 27
Crowds flock to newest Catholic saint in Assisi — a millennial teen whose ordinariness is the drawPilgrims are flocking to Assisi to honor Carlo Acutis, a millennial teen set to be canonized as a saint. Known for his ordinary life and deep faith, Acutis is inspiring youth worldwide.GIOVANNA DELL'ORTO, Associated Press
FaithMarch 26
Jesuits make broad offer of reparations to women who say they were abused by ex-Jesuit artistThe Jesuit order has offered reparations to 20 women who accuse ex-Jesuit artist Marko Rupnik of abuse. Despite past Vatican inaction, the Jesuits aim for healing and justice, as pressure mounts on Pope Francis.NICOLE WINFIELD, Associated Press
FaithMarch 26
Perpetual adoration is a growing Catholic trend. A Holy Year event is scheduled for the weekendPerpetual adoration, a growing Catholic trend, involves continuous prayer before the Blessed Sacrament. A Holy Year event, "24 hours for the Lord," highlights this practice worldwide this weekend.GIOVANNA DELL'ORTO, Associated Press
FaithMarch 23
Greenlanders embrace pre-Christian Inuit traditions as a way to proudly reclaim ancestral rootsGreenlanders are increasingly embracing pre-Christian Inuit traditions to reclaim their ancestral roots and counter the European Christian legacy. Practices like drum dancing and Inuit tattoos are gaining popularity as a means of cultural revival and expression of ...LUIS ANDRES HENAO, Associated Press
FaithMarch 22
Doctors will provide first in-person update in Pope Francis' recovery from pneumonia in a monthPope Francis' doctors will deliver the first in-person update on his recovery from double pneumonia in a month, indicating steady progress. The Vatican also announced his Sunday blessing from the hospital.NICOLE WINFIELD, Associated Press
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