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Pope baptizes Nigerian hero-beggar in Easter Vigil

by NICOLE WINFIELD Associated Press March 31, 2018March 31, 2018

In his homily, Francis exhorts Catholics to act when they see injustice.

Asian-American, Brazilian apostles picked to join Mormon leaders

by BRADY McCOMBS Associated Press March 31, 2018March 31, 2018

The selections are likely to trigger applause from a contingent of Mormons who were eager to see the faith’s global footprint represented in leadership.

Religion and Values

Reflections: Looking for spiritual peace? First, take a load off your feet

by The Rev. Helen Rousseau March 31, 2018March 31, 2018

We only need to sit and be with the wonderful person we already are.

Religion and Values

Commentary: Passover a time to remember obligation to help others

by Rabbi Gary Berenson March 31, 2018March 31, 2018

There is a movement underway in this nation right now that points to this notion of breaking free from personal narrowness to achieve full potential.

Life & Culture, Maine, News, Religion and Values

For Good Friday, the faithful at Portland church re-enact the Stations of the Cross

by Megan Gray March 30, 2018March 31, 2018

The commemoration, in three languages, draws a diverse community to Sacred Heart/Saint Dominic Parish.

Food, Life & Culture, Religion and Values

Persian New Year: Baha’i couple mark Nowruz with food, fasting and community service

by Meredith Goad March 21, 2018March 21, 2018

Parivash Rohani and her family are among as many as 300 million people worldwide who celebrate the Persian New Year.

Nation & World, Religion and Values

Vatican bows to pressure, releases retired pope’s letter

by NICOLE WINFIELD Associated Press March 17, 2018March 17, 2018

It provides the real explanation why Pope Benedict XVI wouldn’t comment on a Vatican-published compilation of books about Francis’ theological and philosophical background.

Life & Culture, Religion and Values