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After the Maryland Day ceremony outside the St. Clement's Island Museum, participants laid a wreath at an historic marker there. Marching in front are Wes Stone, who portrayed Jesuit Father Andrew White, who was joined by Francis Guy, the tribal chair of the Piscataway Conoy tribe. Behind them carrying the wreath is James Guy, president of the Commissioners of St. Mary's County, and carrying the historic 17th century iron cross is Father Samuel Plummer, the administrator of nearby Holy Angels Parish in Avenue. (Michael Hoyt/Courtesy Catholic Standard)

17th century iron cross returns to St. Clement’s Island

Mark Zimmerman
March 29, 2019
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On Maryland Day, a treasured artifact of early U.S. Catholic history – a 17th century iron cross believed to have been hammered together by a blacksmith on board either the Ark or the Dove – returned to St. Clement’s Island in Southern Maryland.

Swiss Guards march in St. Peter's Square at the Vatican Dec. 25, 2017. To better protect minors and vulnerable adults from all forms of abuse and exploitation, Pope Francis approved a new law and a set of safeguarding guidelines for Vatican City State and the Roman Curia. (CNS photo/Paul Haring)

Pope issues new child protection law, guidelines for Vatican City State

Carol Glatz
March 29, 2019
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To better protect minors and vulnerable adults from all forms of abuse and exploitation, Pope Francis approved a new law and a set of safeguarding guidelines for Vatican City State and the Roman Curia.

Daoud Stephen Casewit, president of American Islamic College in Chicago, talks with Sheikh Abdur Rahman Khan, co-chair of the National Catholic-Muslim Dialogue and chair of the Shariah Council of the Islamic Circle of North America, following a public session of the dialogue March 25, 2019, at Catholic Theological Union in Chicago. (CNS photo/Karen Callaway/Chicago Catholic)

Catholics, Muslims urged to work for peace by respecting ‘the other’

Catholic News Service
March 29, 2019
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The way to peace runs through seeing one another as brothers and sisters, Catholic and Muslim leaders confirmed March 25 at a session of the National Catholic-Muslim Dialogue held at Catholic Theological Union.

"Unplanned" tells the story of Abby Johnson's journey from a pro-choice activist to a pro-life supporter. (Courtesy "Unplanned")

Johnson hopes ‘Unplanned’ rating won’t keep parents from taking children

Catholic News Service
March 29, 2019
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Here’s the text of an open letter to parents from Abby Johnson, whose story as a former Planned Parenthood clinic director who converted to the pro-life movement is told in the film “Unplanned.” She explains why the Motion Picture Association of America, or MPAA, gave the movie an R rating and expresses hope that parents will not be discouraged from taking their children with them to see it

The painted mosaic border ringing the walls of the social hall at St. Mary, Cumberland, depicts all five communities that make up Our Lady of the Mountains Parish: St. Ambrose, Cresaptown; Shrine of Ss. Peter and Paul, Cumberland; St. Mary, Cumberland; St. Patrick, Mount Savage; and St. Patrick, Cumberland. (CR file)

Three Western Maryland churches recommended to close

Catholic Review Staff
March 28, 2019
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The proposed closure of three Western Maryland churches, all part of Our Lady of the Mountains Parish in Cumberland, was announced at Masses over the weekend of March 23-24.

Ashley Bratcher, who plays Abby Johnson, is pictured in a scene from the movie "Unplanned," the story of Abby Johnson, a former Planned Parenthood clinic director, and her decision to join the pro-life movement. The Catholic News Service classification is A-III -- adults. The Motion Picture Association of America rating is R -- restricted. Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian. (Unplanned.com)

‘Unplanned’ isn’t fun to watch, but it’s necessary viewing

Christopher Gunty
March 28, 2019
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It’s an important movie that will challenge your thinking, even if you already consider yourself pro-life.

Ashley Bratcher, who plays Abby Johnson, is pictured in a scene from the movie "Unplanned," the story of Abby Johnson, a former Planned Parenthood clinic director, and her decision to join the pro-life movement. The Catholic News Service classification is A-III -- adults. The Motion Picture Association of America rating is R -- restricted. Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian. CNS photo/Unplanned.com

Movie Review: ‘Unplanned’

John Mulderig
March 28, 2019
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The hard-hitting, fact-based drama “Unplanned” (Pure Flix) dares its viewers to confront the reality of what happens when a baby is aborted.

Colin Farrell, Nico Parker and Finley Hobbins star in a scene from the movie "Dumbo." The Catholic News Service classification is A-II -- adults and adolescents. The Motion Picture Association of America rating is PG -- parental guidance suggested. Some material may not be suitable for children.(CNS photo/Disney)

Movie Review: ‘Dumbo’

John Mulderig
March 28, 2019
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The sight of a cuddly baby elephant taking to the skies is clearly meant to send spirits soaring in “Dumbo” (Disney), director Tim Burton’s live-action reimagining of the 1941 animated classic

Flames shoot through the front door of St. Sulpice Church in Paris March 17, 2019, in this still image taken from social media. Vandals and arsonists have targeted French churches in a wave of attacks that has lasted nearly two months. (CNS photo/Instagram@agneswebste via Reuters)

Vandals, arsonists target French Catholic churches

Simon Caldwell
March 28, 2019
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Vandals and arsonists have targeted French churches in a wave of attacks that has lasted nearly two months.

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