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Cardinal Fernando Filoni, prefect of the Vatican's Congregation for the Evangelization of Peoples, poses for a photo June 2 at the Vatican. "History is itself a victory over ignorance, marginalization and intolerance; it is a call for respect and to not repeat the mistakes of the past," said Cardinal Filoni in his book, "The Church in Iraq."

Cardinal hopes church's history of survival in Iraq will help its future

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VATICAN CITY – To understand the current situation in Iraq – the evolving and complex conflicts there, and the fear and resilience of its Christians – one has to understand its past, which is often ignored or unknown in the West, said a former papal representative to the country.

An issue of the Italian journal La Civilta Cattolica is seen at the Vatican in this 2013 file photo.

Not being afraid of controversy is part of Civilta Cattolica's mission

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VATICAN CITY – When an influential Jesuit-run journal criticized U.S. politics in mid-July, it was not the first time it had caused controversy in the United States.

Megan and Ben Turland present Pope Francis with a bottle of maple syrup after the Pope gave the couple’s wedding a papal blessing.

Church is learning to deal with reality of declining number of weddings

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A flowing white wedding gown is not an everyday sight along the busy streets of Rome.

The Catholic Register has compiled a list of 150 people and places of faith to mark Canada's 150th anniversary.

Canada 150: From sea to sea, people and places of faith

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Canadians from coast to coast have reason to be proud of this country as it marks its 150th birthday, and the Catholic population — about 12.8 million — can be especially proud. Long before Canada was even a country, Catholics were putting their stamp on the history of this land.

Ottawa’s eternal flame is surrounded by the crests of every province and territory and in the shadow of the Peace Tower, burning on for the unity of a huge and diverse nation.

Incarnate Canada – discover our nation of faith

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“Blessed be the Lord God of Israel, for He has looked favourably on His people and redeemed them.”

Students pray during an assembly May 1 at the Solidarity Teacher Training College in Yambio, South Sudan.

Under the radar: South Sudan needs media attention, immediate action

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VATICAN CITY – Pope Francis is first of all a shepherd who makes seeking out the lost and forgotten his top priority. But he also knows that wherever he goes, the cameras and news coverage will follow.

Father Scott Bullock and Christian Brother Stephen Markham pose together in late March in Dubuque, Iowa, about nine months after kidney transplant surgery. "It is without a doubt the greatest gift you can give anyone," Brother Markham said of the donated kidney he received from his priest friend.

Religious brother, priest forever bonded by kidney transplant

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DUBUQUE, Iowa – Father Scott Bullock and Christian Brother Stephen Markham are forever bonded by a kidney transplant a year ago that has changed both men physically and spiritually.

Thousands jam Ottawa’s Lansdowne Park for the consecration of Canada to the Immaculate Heart of Mary on June 22, 1947.

Seventy years ago, Canada was consecrated to Mary during the Marian Congress

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OTTAWA – Seventy years ago, Ottawa, a sleepy government town dominated by the logging industry, had never seen anything like the 1947 Marian Congress.

Husam Al Dakhil and his cousin Bahaa Hraiz serve a Syrian buffet. The cousins came to Canada a little more than a year ago. Now Holy Redeemer parish has found sponsors for their parents and siblings.

Ottawa parish sparks giant family reunion for Syrian refugees

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OTTAWA – Holy Redeemer, a parish in the Ottawa archdiocese, didn’t stop at bringing in one Syrian refugee family. They brought in three — and plan to bring in three more.

The Tsoi-Ko Din family celebrate grandmother Concepcion Ko Din’s 90th birthday.

Family heart beats strong in Philippines

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Lucila Cordovero, or Lola Lucing as I call her, is very petite. Every day, she sits in the same bamboo rocking chair by the window of her bedroom, listening to the buzz of her radio novellas. Her right hand is always clutching a small promotional fan someone gave her years ago.

Kim Phuc gives a signed poster to audience member Laurena Hensel that shows the famous photograph during the Focus on Life Gala.

Girl in chilling 1972 Vietnam War photo is now a Canadian peace ambassador

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VANCOUVER – A famous photograph of a naked child running, screaming and covered with napalm burns captured the horror of the Vietnam War 45 years ago.

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