At Lent, Catholics Reflect On Faith As Sex Abuse Scandal Shakes The Church
On the first Sunday of Lent, NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Sister Joan Chittister about the holiday's meaning amid the ongoing abuse scandal.
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Former Catholic Priest Says Pennsylvania Bishop Ignored His Reports Of Abuse
Former priest James Faluszczak was one of many witnesses to testify before the grand jury about being abused by an Erie priest. He says when he told the bishop about it, he was "totally ignored."
Faith Leaders Oppose Trump's Immigration Policy Of Separating Children From Parents
They condemn a border practice of tearing children away from their parents. It is an attempt to "weaponize children," Archbishop of Miami Thomas Wenski tells NPR's Weekend Edition.
Ruth Pfau, Beacon For Pakistan's Leprosy Patients, Dies At 87
The German-born nun and doctor stopped in Karachi more than five decades ago by accident. But she returned — and through her relentless efforts against leprosy, earned the admiration of the country.
Conservative French Presidential Nominee's Unusual Tactic: Tout His Faith
In the heavily secular country, Catholic Francois Fillon has been the only one of 11 candidates to speak openly about his religion. It may be keeping his scandal-tinged campaign afloat.
Catholics Build 'Intentional' Community of Like-Minded Believers
Nationally, Americans are growing disenchanted with traditional religion. But in a Maryland suburb, Catholics seeking more spiritual lives are banding together with others who share their values.
Ecuador's Fanesca Is A Lenten Soup Flavored With Centuries Of Tradition
This thick, creamy stew features 12 "grains" to represent the Twelve Apostles and cod to denote Jesus. It takes days and many hands to prepare, a meal befitting Ecuador's elaborate Lenten traditions.
In Show Of Unity, Pope Francis Marks 500th Anniversary Of Protestant Reformation
Pope Francis is kicking off a yearlong commemoration of the split between Catholics and Lutherans by calling for Christians to stand together against persecution.
What's In The Latest WikiLeaks Dump of Clinton Campaign Emails
WikiLeaks is meting out a trove of hacked emails from Clinton campaign chairman John Podesta. The latest release includes commentary on Catholicism and risotto.
How Did St. Patrick Get To Be The Patron Saint Of Nigeria?
The Irish have a long history in the country. And in case you were wondering, Guinness stout is the second most popular beer.