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Catholic faithful pay their final respects to Pope Francis as public viewing begins

Catholic faithful pay their final respects to Pope Francis as public viewing begins

VATICAN CITY (AP) — Thousands of people began filing through St. Peter’s Basilica to pay their final respects to Pope Francis on Wednesday at the start of three days of public viewing ahead of his funeral.
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Pastor calls for 'full Target boycott' over concerns about diversity, equity, inclusion

Pastor calls for 'full Target boycott' over concerns about diversity, equity, inclusion

ATLANTA (AP) — The pastor of a Georgia megachurch who led a nationwide 40-day “fast” boycott of Target stores over the retail chain's commitment to diversity initiatives is now calling for that effort to continue as a “full Target boycott.” The Rev.
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The Latest: Pope Francis lies in state at St. Peter's Basilica

The Latest: Pope Francis lies in state at St. Peter's Basilica

Pope Francis was moved Wednesday morning to St. Peter’s Basilica to lie in state for three days of public mourning for the Argentine pontiff remembered for his humble style , concern for the poor and insistent prayers for peace .
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'To honour him': Canadian Bishops, MĂ©tis leader attending funeral for Pope Francis

'To honour him': Canadian Bishops, MĂ©tis leader attending funeral for Pope Francis

Donald Bolen, the archbishop of Regina, is travelling to Vatican City for Saturday’s funeral of Pope Francis – a journey, he says, is to honour a pontiff who mirrored his vision and his compassion.
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Bells toll, faithful gather in Toronto and Montreal to honour late Pope Francis

Bells toll, faithful gather in Toronto and Montreal to honour late Pope Francis

TORONTO — Catholic faithful gathered for multiple events in Toronto and Montreal to commemorate the late Pope Francis on Tuesday, a day the Archbishop of Toronto described as one of sadness but also thanks for a pontiff dedicated to building bridges
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Veterans Affairs asks employees to report 'anti-Christian bias' for investigation by new task force

Veterans Affairs asks employees to report 'anti-Christian bias' for investigation by new task force

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Department of Veterans Affairs is establishing a task force to investigate employee reports of alleged anti-Christian bias among their colleagues, part of a broader effort by the Trump administration to infuse its agenda with re
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AP PHOTOS: Iconic images of Pope Francis' procession captured by AP photographer

AP PHOTOS: Iconic images of Pope Francis' procession captured by AP photographer

VATICAN CITY (AP) — Emilio Morenatti , chief photographer in Spain for The Associated Press, arrived in St. Peter’s Square before sunrise to wait for Pope Francis’ casket to pass through the crowd and into St. Peter’s Basilica.
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In Argentina, debates over Pope Francis' legacy lead to one question: Why didn’t he return?

In Argentina, debates over Pope Francis' legacy lead to one question: Why didn’t he return?

BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AP) — Jorge Mario Bergoglio, born in Buenos Aires, never set foot in his homeland after becoming Pope Francis in 2013.
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Who are the Jesuits, Pope Francis’ religious order?

Who are the Jesuits, Pope Francis’ religious order?

Pope Francis was the first pontiff elected from the Society of Jesus — also known as the Jesuits.
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The pope was a friend, and they talked sports: TRC commissioner remembers Francis

The pope was a friend, and they talked sports: TRC commissioner remembers Francis

Wilton Littlechild remembers closing his eyes before Pope Francis led his first mass at the Vatican more than a decade ago. He wanted to clearly hear every word.
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