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Migrants are seen after being rescued by the Libyan coast guard, in Tripoli, Libya, July 26, 2019. At least 115 migrants were believed dead after their wooden boat headed for Europe capsized near the north African coast of Libya July 25. Pope Francis in his Angelus message July 28 appealed for the international community to "act quickly" to prevent future tragedies. (CNS photo/Ismail Zitouny, Reuters)

Pope calls for quick action to prevent further migrant deaths

Catholic News Service
July 29, 2019
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Days after rescue workers recovered the bodies of dozens of migrants in the Mediterranean Sea, Pope Francis urged the international community to “act quickly” to prevent future tragedies.

Miriam Townsend, a tenor with the Holy Comforter St. Cyprian Adult Choir from Washington, D.C., holds up a hand in praise during 12:30 p.m. Mass July 28 at St. Joseph in Fullerton. (Kevin J. Parks/CR Staff)

DC choir’s message to Baltimore County parish: ‘We’re all family’

Mary K. Tilghman
July 29, 2019
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Inspired by Archbishop Lori’s pastoral reflections on racism, the pastor of St. Joseph, Fullerton invited a Gospel choir from Washington, D.C., to the parish.

People join a rally to celebrate the resignation of Puerto Rican Gov. Ricardo Rossello in San Juan July 25, 2019. The Puerto Rican bishops said July 24 that in the wake of the historic resignation island residents must continue to maintain their unity to overcome the social ills that led to the political and economic crisis. (CNS photo/Marco Bello, Reuters)

Puerto Rican bishops call for peace, harmony after governor’s resignation

Junno Arocho Esteves
July 29, 2019
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In the wake of the historic resignation of Puerto Rican Governor Ricardo Rossello, the people of the Caribbean island must continue to maintain their unity to overcome the social ills that led to the crisis, the Puerto Rican bishops’ conference said.

A woman holds up a noose during a Feb. 18, 2017, protest against plans to reimpose the death penalty during the Walk for Life in Manila. A senior Catholic Church official called on Philippine legislators to work for the benefit of the people and not blindly follow President Rodrigo Duterte in his drive to reinstate the death penalty. (CNS photo/Romeo Ranoco, Reuters)

Church official warns lawmakers over Duterte’s death penalty bid

Catholic News Service
July 27, 2019
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While the president appealed to Congress to reinstate the death penalty for “heinous crimes,” Diamante urged legislators to study whether that would solve the problem of illegal drugs.

Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador attends a news conference at the National Palace in Mexico City July 22, 2019. Mexican Catholic leaders have expressed unease with the president's plans of Lopez Obrador to publish a booklet promoting morals. (CNS photo/Edgard Garrido, Reuters)

Mexican bishops won’t distribute government morals guide

David Agren
July 25, 2019
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The promotion of morals and values should start with families, Mexican Catholic leaders said.

Mary Kohler, a volunteer with Wellspring of Life Farm, introduces a St. John the Evangelist, Long Green Valley, vacation Bible school participant to "Ami," an 18-year-old therapy horse, during a July 10 visit at the Hydes parish. (Kevin J. Parks/CR Staff)

Vacation Bible school: No lions, tigers and bears, but horses, games, snacks – and Scripture

Kevin J. Parks
July 25, 2019
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As Cherry Hill, Hydes and Linthicum Heights show, the concept of Vacation Bible School encompasses many approaches and activities.

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