Bishop Robert P. Deeley follows the lead of Pope Francis and Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, both of whom send out tweets.
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Defamation suit involves Jews for Jesus newsletter
An article said the author’s Jewish stepmother was a new convert. But she says that was a complete lie.
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Pope Francis to marry couples in ‘irregular’ partnerships
Sunday’s mass wedding will include some couples who already live together and some with children.
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Congregations more accepting of gays
However, representatives of U.S. Catholic churches expressed less acceptance in 2012 than in 2006.
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Saturday Heritage Days Fair, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Peoples United Methodist Church, 310 Broadway, South Portland. “What Does Atonement Mean?” 10 a.m., Sabbath services with Rabbi Natan Margalit followed by a luncheon and discussion. Adas Yoshuron Synagogue, 50 Willow St., Rockland. “Faith, Christianity, Health: A Lecture on Christian Science,” 2 p.m., by Kari Mashos […]
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Tennessee woman uses faith healing as defense in teenager’s death
The state Supreme Court heard oral arguments in the case Thursday.
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Cardinal accepts decision to let gay groups march in St. Patrick’s Day Parade
But critics want Timothy Dolan to quit as grand marshal of New York’s annual event.
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Saturday Dan Schall in concert, 6:30 p.m., North Pownal United Methodist Church, 851 Lawrence Road, Pownal. Go to DanSchall.org for details. Sunday Homecoming Sunday, 8 and 9:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., services with parish breakfast following the morning services. St. Alban’s Episcopal Church, 885 Shore Road, Cape Elizabeth. Outdoor worship, 10 a.m., one of several […]
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Reflections: Through love, we may find salve that heals life’s wounds
A son’s meditation on a young employee’s death confirms a truth.
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Saturday Movie Night Under the Stars, 7:30 p.m., “Evan Almighty.” Mid-Coast Presbyterian Church, 84 Main St., Topsham. Admission is free, with parking at the church lot. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Popcorn and beverages will be available. For more information, call 729-3193. Sunday Outdoor Worship, 11 a.m., service followed by a barbecue. Presented by […]