Pope Francis Winds Up Trip To Egypt
Military helicopters flew overhead as the Pope celebrated Mass for some 15 thousand Catholics in a stadium.
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Pope Holds Mass In Cairo
Pope Francis celebrated Roman Catholic Mass on Saturday in a stadium in Cairo, Egypt. His visit is part of an effort to strengthen relations with the Muslim world, and to support Coptic Christians.
In Egypt, Pope Francis Gives Support To Coptic Christians After Attacks
Pope Francis is in Egypt for a two day trip during which he hopes to strengthen ties with Muslim leaders and also give support to Egypt's ancient Coptic Christian sect, which has been the target of deadly attacks in recent weeks.
Why Religion Is More Durable Than Commonly Thought In Modern Society
It's commonly accepted that as societies become more modern, religion loses its grip. But recent research suggests it's more complicated than that.
Why American Sikhs Think They Need A Publicity Campaign
American Sikhs faced an onslaught of violence and hate crimes following the Sept. 11 attacks. In the face of renewed racist vitriol, they have devised a positive media plan.
Pope Francis Arrives In Egypt After Attacks On Christians
Pope Francis arrives in Egypt on Friday, after the Islamic State claimed responsibility for attacks on two Coptic Christian churches this month that killed dozens of people.
Because I Was Harmed
An advocate against female genital mutilation/cutting explains: "I wanted to break the sense of powerlessness that persists generation after generation."
Pope Francis Visits Egypt Coptic Church After Bombings
It's a nervous time for Christians in Egypt after suicide attacks on churches there. They look forward to a visit from Pope Francis tomorrow to boost morale.
Pope Francis Heads To Egypt
Pope Francis travels to Egypt this week in an effort to strengthen ties with Islam. He also will meet with Egypt's Coptic Christian community, which has been targeted in deadly attacks.
In Surprise TED Talk, Pope Francis Asks The Powerful For 'Revolution Of Tenderness'
The pontiff's message seemed to be directed at the audience in the room. "The more powerful you are," he said, "the more responsible you are to act humbly. If you don't, your power will ruin you."