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German reflections on the power of prayer to bring down walls and the Gospel call to reconciliation lie at the heart of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity.

GOODYEAR — Construction is proceeding on schedule on a new wing that will enable St. John Vianney School to meet steadily growing student demand by this time next year.

One sister has motivated nearly 100 groups of interfaith Americans to gather in their respective cities Jan. 15 for 30 minutes of silent meditation, hand in hand.

It’s about German migrants braving the new world and the unknown, building families, communities, and Church, and leaving a legacy to inspire us all.

"Este año, estamos invitados a crear una cultura de encuentro donde los ciudadanos viejos y nuevos, junto a los inmigrantes recientes y de hace mucho tiempo, pueden compartir uno con el otro sus esperanzas de una vida mejor", dos cardenales dijeron en un comunicado.

A Scottsdale pastor explains and demonstrates Epiphany and the Blessing of the Home.

CANTON, Ohio (CNS) — In the fall when the Diocese of Youngstown formally opened the sainthood cause for an Ohio woman known for her life of prayer and spiritual gifts, more than 1,000 people filled St. Peter Church in Canton.

VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Stand up and protect children from exploitation, slaughter and abuse, which includes committing to a policy of “zero tolerance” of sexual abuse by clergy, Pope Francis told the world’s bishops.

The religious makeup of the 115th Congress is significantly Christian — 91 percent — with four more Catholics than last term.

VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Whether the new year will be good or not depends on us choosing to do good each day, Pope Francis said.