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'Pope's favorite movement' inks deal with US development agency

- Church in the Americas, Vatican
- Jul 15, 2019
'Pope's favorite movement' inks deal with US development agency

The Community of Sant'Egidio and the United States Agency for International Development have signed an agreement to collaborate in promoting peace, interreligious dialogue and anti-poverty efforts in the Middle East and sub-Saharan Africa.
- Church in the US
- Jul 16, 2019
Bishop leading "Crystal Cathedral" makeover says beauty ignites faith

California's Christ Cathedral is set to be dedicated on June 17th.
- Church in Africa, Interviews
- Jul 16, 2019
Conference tries to tackle climate crisis in Africa

Allen Ottaro is the founder and executive director of the Catholic Youth Network for Environmental Sustainability in Africa (CYNESA). He spoke to Crux about a conference on Laudato Si' taking place in Kenya.
- Vatican
- Jul 16, 2019
Persecuted Christians urge more action, fewer empty words

With global religious persecution increasingly thrust into the international spotlight, members of several Christian communities suffering violence and discrimination have said promises are no longer enough, but action is needed from governing authorities.
- Church in Europe
- Jul 16, 2019
Rome cracks down on ticket touts outside the Vatican Museums

A new decree by Roman police hopes to stop the racket surrounding ticket sales for tourist attractions and reduce crowds.

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