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Published on May 8, 2025

Pope Francis championed inclusion. LGBTQ Catholics hope a new pope will finish what he started.

Watch CBS News “Who am I to judge?” Just four months after Francis became pope in 2013, he created controversy when, during a July inflight press conference, he responded to a journalist’s question about gay clergy members. He said: “If someone is gay and …

Source: Westside Story Newspaper - California - Neutral
Published on May 7, 2025

Letter: Pope Francis was inclusive, but also had traditional Christian values

Pope Francis was much admired as a Roman Catholic progressive reformer who changed the church for the better, but he also preserved the church’s position on key current social issues such as abortion and same-sex marriage. Pope Francis regarded abortion …

Source: The Montgomery Advertiser - Alabama - Pending
Published on May 7, 2025

Meet the stand-out cardinals who could replace Pope Francis

When it comes to predicting who will succeed Pope Francis, expect the unexpected. Since the Catholic Church began selecting popes in a highly secretive conclave, rarely have the rumoured front-runners prevailed. Popes John XXIII, John Paul II and Francis …

Source: ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation) - Neutral
Published on May 6, 2025

Local Catholics admired Pope Francis' humility, advocacy, compassion

CANTON − Local Catholics are expressing shock and grief at the death of Pope Francis, who died on Monday morning following a struggle with a chronic, lung-related illness. He was 88. “The news of Pope Francis’ death today is a cause of great sadness for …

Source: The Canton Repository - Ohio - Center-left
Published on 06:34 GMT

San Francisco couple is optimistic Pope Leo will promote inclusion

SAN FRANCISCO — While Catholics around the world celebrated the election of Pope Leo XIV, a couple in San Francisco is hopeful that he will bring about change that they say is long overdue. Jim Laufenberg and Michael Daly are starting to see the day when …

Source: CBS News Bay Area - California - Neutral
Published on 07:09 GMT

Unearthed comments from new pope alarm LGBTQ+ Catholics

After years of sympathetic and inclusive comments from Pope Francis, LGBTQ+ Catholics expressed concern on Thursday about hostile remarks made more than a decade ago by Father Robert Prevost, the new Pope Leo XIV, in which he condemned what he called the “ …

Source: The Guardian - Center-left
Published on May 6, 2025

On periphery: Papal visit, doctrinal clashes and Pope Francis’ Central Asian legacy

Aisuluu Maria Talipbek saw Pope Francis as an inspiration and a role model. “Francis was like [a] father,” the 34-year-old said after mass at St. Michael the ArchangelChurch in the Kyrgyz capital, Bishkek. “He understood everyone,” she said, even those …

Source: Eurasianet - Neutral
Published on May 6, 2025

Watson: Pope Francis left big shoes to fill

Pope Francis was known for his sincere and genuine nature. Born Jorge Mario Bergoglio, he likely adopted the name Francis for several reasons. Many scholars have suggested he got the idea from St. Francis of Assisi, who forfeited the comforts of wealth and …

Source: Longview News-Journal - Texas - Pending
Published on May 6, 2025

Meet the US Catholic TV network that drew the ire of Pope Francis

Audio By Carbonatix By Helen Coster and Joseph Ax NEW YORK (Reuters) – As cardinals gather in Rome this week to select the next pope, global news networks covering every twist and turn will be competing against a small but influential Catholic broadcaster …

Source: SRN News - Center-right
Published on May 6, 2025

Conclave: After Pope Francis' death, who are frontrunners to become new head of Catholic Church?

One of the most keenly-observed electoral processes around the world is that of picking a new pope. After Pope Francis' death last month at age 88, preparations are on in the Vatican City to choose the new head of the Catholic Church -- that boasts …

Source: DNA India - Right-wing
Published on 11:37 GMT

From the Windy City to the Chair of St. Peter

Happy Friday! For one Kentucky mom, stepping out the door to a wall of 22 boxes containing Dum-Dum lollipops lining the hall must have caused quite the confusion. But her 8-year-old son, who coincidentally has access to her Amazon account, appeared less …

Source: The Dispatch - Center-right
Published on 05:55 GMT

Pope Leo XIV to address sexual abuse scandal and LGBTQ+ issues as he assumes leadership

Pope Leo XIV, who appeared on the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica to cheering crowds, has inherited six major challenges from his predecessor Pope Francis, according to The Guardian. The sexual abuse scandal remains central among these issues, continuing …

Source: Philenews In-Cyprus - Neutral
Published on 06:11 GMT

The 1st American pope is seen as aligned with his predecessor. But Leo XIV’s friends say he’ll continue the legacy in ...

The world watched in rapt anticipation on Thursday as newly appointed Pope Leo XIV stepped up to the velvet-draped ledge of the St. Peter’s Basilica balcony, raising his hand to greet a sea of Catholics who believe he had been appointed by the grace of God …

Source: CNN - Neutral
Published on 06:09 GMT

Cardinal Robert Prevost is Pope Leo XIV. Here's what the first U.S. pontiff has said about LGBTQ+ folks

Two days after the College of Cardinals gathered to elect a new pope, a decision has been made. Robert Prevost has been chosen, becoming the first American pope in history. He's adopted the name Pope Leo XIV.Leo's ascension to the papacy comes …

Source: Out Magazine - Pending
Published on 01:59 GMT

MAGA Melts Down Over First American Pope

As the white smoke cleared, Robert Prevost of Chicago became Pope Leo XIV, the first ever American pope. That revelation quickly gave way to an even more important one: Bob seems to have a Twitter account. Online sleuths quickly shared a February post from …

Source: TPM – Talking Points Memo - Pending
Published on 07:52 GMT

SF Archbishop, Newsom, Pelosi react to first American pope

Reaction was a mix of surprise and pride, as an American was selected Pope for the first time in the history of the Catholic Church. OAKLAND, Calif. - Reaction from prominent Bay Area Catholics was a mix of pride and surprise as the world watched the …

Source: KTVU - California - Indeterminate
Published on 08:05 GMT

An American pope, for a time of American crisis

No sooner had the first American pope been selected Thursday than a modern tradition unfolded: the scrubbing of Robert Francis Prevost’s X feed. Previously a little-known cardinal from the Chicago area, Prevost was selected by his brother cardinals after …

Source: The Boston Globe - Massachusetts - Neutral
Published on May 5, 2025

Letters: Sadness at death of Pope Francis, who gave Catholics who drifted away hope

Growing up a Roman Catholic who has constantly faced an inner battle with faith and traditional religious beliefs, Pope Francis' death sits with me. I have struggled with the inner turmoil of my religious beliefs my entire life, and I have found myself …

Source: The Advocate - Louisiana - Neutral
Published on 01:13 GMT

In Latin America, the Faith Pendulum Swings Away from Rome

The Church’s foothold is weakening across Latin America, once called the world’s most Catholic region. Despite the historic leadership of Pope Francis—himself a South American—the rise of evangelical alternatives and shifting social values have sent …

Source: LatinAmerican Post - Indeterminate

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 10:42 GMT

President Cyril Ramaphosa welcomes election of Pope Leo XIV

President Cyril Ramaphosa offers his sincere congratulations to Cardinal Robert Prevost on his election as Pope Leo XIV, 267th Pope of the Catholic Church. President Ramaphosa said: “The election of Pope Leo XIV is a profound moment for the Catholic Church …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 13:05 GMT

Cardinals Continue Papal Voting Process to Select New Pope

(MENAFN) The assembly of cardinal electors entered its second day of deliberations on Thursday, continuing the process of voting to select the next leader of the Catholic Church. The day commenced with 133 cardinal electors participating in a morning mass …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 17:36 GMT

Trump receives backlash over pope AI picture

(MENAFN) United States Leader Donald Trump ignored backlash on a picture of himself as the next pope using AI that the white house decided to share, which made above 1.4 billion Catholics upset. Trump reported to reporters at the White house "The …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 09:13 GMT

Trump reacts to AI pope illustration backlash

(MENAFN) Former President Donald Trump has brushed off criticism surrounding a viral AI-generated image showing him in papal attire, claiming that the backlash is fueled by the "fake news media" rather than the Catholic community. The image, …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 09:13 GMT

Vatican Cardinals Encounter Crucial Decision

(MENAFN) As the Catholic Church approaches its upcoming papal conclave scheduled for Wednesday, Vatican observers report that cardinals are feeling the weight of selecting a new leader who can mend the widening rift between progressive and traditionalist …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 10:44 GMT

D.C. Therapist Celebrates New Pope’s Call for Peace: 'Faith Is the Bedrock of Healing'

Pope’s emphasis on peace is a timely affirmation of what mental health professionals have long known: emotional and spiritual restoration go hand in hand. WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Licensed therapist and …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 08:00 GMT

Atticus Publishing proudly present, 'Mercy Moments' by Brian Kinsey

Cultivating Daily Communion: Discovering Peace and Purpose in "Mercy Moments" FL, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Senior Pastor Brian Kinsey of First Pentecostal Church of Pensacola, Florida, is excited to announce the release …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 19:33 GMT

A Message of Blessing and Invitation to Pope Leo XIV from the Association of Roman Catholic Women Priests (ARCWP)

"Pope Leo XIV: Women Priests Urge Healing Dialogue and Shared Leadership from the Margins" SARASOTA, FL, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "From the Margins to Communion: ARCWP Seeks Dialogue with Pope Leo XIV for a Church …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 10:00 GMT

Session to discuss the future of artificial intelligence and religious liberty

Leading figures from the two colliding worlds of AI and religious liberty discuss the rapid development of AI and its impacts on religious liberty today. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Leading figures from the two …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 08:00 GMT

Christian Howard offers facts to support Einstein’s statement "reality is merely an illusion".

NEWPORT BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- When asked to explain about the world being an illusion, Howard replies: “Like Einstein, millions of people believe the physical world is an illusion. Thousands of …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 05:10 GMT

New Book When in Doubt, Call 91:1 Explores Faith, Healing, and Redemption Through Life’s Deepest Struggles

WALDORF, MD, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In her deeply personal and inspiring new memoir, When in Doubt, Call 91:1, Rhonece Ford takes readers on an emotional journey of faith, loss, and healing. Through raw storytelling and powerful …

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Published on May 7, 2025 - 17:13 GMT

The Providence, a Franciscan Community, Names Galen Heins Director of Sales and Marketing

ALBANY, NY, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Providence, a new Life Plan Community located in the Albany, NY area featuring Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care is pleased to announce the addition of Galen Heins …

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Published on May 7, 2025 - 16:00 GMT

300 Pastors, Rabbis, and Faith Leaders Forge Alliance for Israel Advocacy in the Nation’s Capital

Influential rabbis and pastors met in Washington, D.C. to urge Congress for stronger support for Israel. WASHINGTON, DC, DC, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Influential rabbis and pastors met in Washington, D.C. to urge Congress …

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Published on May 7, 2025 - 14:48 GMT

Faith at Work conference attracts major corporate and civil society sponsors

We are thrilled that the 6th National Faith@Work Fortune 500 Conference has a fantastic group of sponsors from corporations and civil society partners. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dare to Overcome (DTO) is …

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Published on May 7, 2025 - 14:37 GMT

AMMWEC President Anila Ali Delivers Historic Keynote at Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee Israel Independence Event

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a moving and historic keynote address at the Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee’s Israel Independence Day celebration, Anila Ali, President of the American Muslim & …

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Published on May 7, 2025 - 14:33 GMT

Twice GRAMMY-Nominated, Dove Award-Winning Sanctus Real Shares 'The Difference' Message Of Hope With Prison Inmates

Full-Length Concert at Grafton Correctional Facility Sponsored by Send Musicians to Prison; “The Difference” Hits Radio Stations Nationwide June 18 NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Two-time GRAMMY®-nominated, GMA …

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Published on May 7, 2025 - 13:42 GMT

The National Church Black Initiative Asks the Supreme Court to Rule in Favor of Religious Liberty and the Parents

Without undermining the integrity of Gay parents' humanity WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Black Church Initiative (NBCI), a coalition of 150,000 African American churches representing 27.7 …

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Published on May 7, 2025 - 08:00 GMT

Jon Albert’s Inspirational Book, 'Abundant Living: A Guide to a Rich Life with God and Others'

Discover True Fulfillment: Guides Readers to a Life Rooted in Faith and Purpose AZ, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jon Albert presents his book “Abundant Living” which serves as a heartfelt resource to help readers experience …

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Published on May 7, 2025 - 07:39 GMT

Jerry and Glennis Butler Bring Proven PAIRS Relationship Tools to Florida Families

Former VA Chaplain AIMS to Serve Veterans, LGBTQ Couples and People Impacted by Trauma PALMETTO, FL, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jerry and Glennis Butler, a devoted couple known for their deep faith and commitment to helping …

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Published on May 7, 2025 - 00:00 GMT

'70s Playboy Bunny and "WHO'S WHO" Honoree Barbara Camp Writes Inspirational Book "Your Soul: Fixer-Upper or Tear-Down?"

Timeless Truth in Modern Metaphors - A Witty and Motivating Biblical Blueprint for Renovation and Rebuild! NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Baby Boomer, Catholic schoolgirl (can readily identify any plaid ever used …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 23:53 GMT

Jase Adds 5 Essential Meds to Its Case Becoming the First Medication Supply Company With This Comprehensive Coverage

Jase, the leader in emergency preparedness and personal medical supply kits, has officially upgraded its flagship product—the Jase Case. SALT LAKE CITY, UT, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jase, the leader in emergency …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 23:27 GMT

Heather M. Larribas’ The Voice of Faith: Based on a Life-Changing True Story

A Powerful Testament to Faith, Marriage, and Redemption CO, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Atticus Publishing proudly presents Author Heather M. Larribas, continues to inspire readers with her book, The Voice of Faith: Based on …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 23:24 GMT

Mitch Bakker's 'Resolve': A Memoir of Faith and Reconciliation Amidst Life's Trials

HOLLAND, MI, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mitch Bakker, an entrepreneur, designer, and author, offers a profound journey through grief, loss, and redemption in his book, "Resolve." This book is a testament to the …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 20:53 GMT

Navah Turks & Caicos Breaks Ground - The First Luxury Kosher Resort In The Caribbean

Navah Turks & Caicos breaks ground, blending luxury living, nature, and community with beachfront villas, top-tier amenities, and unmatched coastal elegance. PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 14:13 GMT

G20 Interfaith Forum in Cape Town, South Africa on August 10-14

Ubuntu in Action: Focus on Vulnerable Communities CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The G20 Interfaith Forum (IF20) will hold its major 2025 Forum event from August 10-14 in Cape Town, South Africa. The gathering will …

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