This synagogue calls itself 'anti-Zionist.' Here's what that means in practice

Tzedek Chicago calls itself anti-Zionist congregation, meaning it does not support a Jewish nation-state.

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Catholic women go on Lenten strike to highlight their work in the church

(RNS) — The Synod on Synodality disappointed many women’s hopes that it would recognize women’s essential role in the church. A women’s strike, they hope, will make their point.

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Italian prisoners pray for Pope Francis, a longstanding advocate for the incarcerated

(RNS) — Pope Francis is considered an unwavering voice for mercy by many incarcerated Italians, chaplains said.

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Pope Francis has respiratory crisis, currently on ventilation

VATICAN CITY (RNS) — The setback comes on the eve of two full weeks of hospitalization and casts uncertainty on the pope's recovery.

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Doctors say Pope Francis’ health shows 'slight improvement'

(RNS) — The pope’s mild kidney failure is under control, tests showed.

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Pope Francis’ condition remains 'critical, but stationary' as he resumes work

(RNS) — Pope Francis is being treated for bilateral pneumonia at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital.

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US bishops' legal challenge to Trump's refugee funding halt goes to mediation

A settlement conference has been scheduled for Feb. 27 at U.S. District Court in Washington, D.C. Representatives for both sides have been ordered to present proposals and ideas for how the case can b...

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Pope Francis in 'more pain' but resting after respiratory crisis, doctors say

VATICAN CITY (RNS) — Francis was administered blood transfusions due to a low platelet count.

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Pope Francis’ health 'stationary' as he meets with collaborators, Italian PM

(RNS) – Blood tests revealed a ‘slight improvement’ of the pope’s health and diminishing inflammation.

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Pope Francis’ hospitalization is extended due to 'complex clinical situation'

(RNS) — Pope Francis admitted himself to the hospital on Friday after struggling with a respiratory infection.

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'Millions will die,' Catholic humanitarian organizations warn, if halt in US aid continues

(RNS) — Leaders of Caritas Internationalis and other Catholic groups say they are hoping to appeal to Trump officials' 'better natures.'

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Five Catholic women who dream of ordination as deacons

VATICAN CITY (RNS) — Women cannot be ordained in the Catholic Church, but many feel God is calling them to do more.

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Photos of the Week: Cold waters, Trump inauguration

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New Netflix film wants to make Mary accessible to all

(RNS) — Catholic Director D.J. Caruso hopes to tell Mary’s story through her own eyes and appeal to new generations.

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A consistory of underdogs: Pope Francis’ new cardinals highlight peripheries

(RNS) — The new cardinals include Ukrainian and Palestinian prelates as well as priests who have spoken in favor of promoting women and LGBTQ+ Catholics.

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Cardinal Miguel Ayuso Guixot, Vatican czar for interreligious dialogue, dies at 72

(RNS) — Pope Francis asked for prayers for the cardinal, who had suffered from a serious illness, on Monday.

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Pope Francis approves simpler, quicker procedures for papal funerals

(RNS) — After the funeral of his predecessor, Benedict XVI, the pope asked that the protocols for papal funerals be revised to evoke the idea of a pastor and bishop, not of a powerful ruler.

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