Pope Francis celebrates a mass in Plebiscito square during his pastoral visit in Naples on March 21, 2015. Photo courtesy of REUTERS/Stefano Rellandini
“God, family and country” might make for a good country music tune, but that’s not really how most Americans see the strongest influences on their personal identity.
When Pope Francis pays a visit to Naples this Saturday (March 21) he will have lunch with some 90 inmates at a local prison, a contingent that will reportedly include 10 from a section reserved for gay and transgendered prisoners, and those infected with the virus that causes AIDS.
Immaculate Heart Retreat Center will host a Day of Prayer entitled, “Mary, Model of Perfect Discipleship,” led by the Rev. Jeff Lewis, March 25, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
A group of Brigham Young University graduates is strengthening its push for students who lose their Mormon faith to retain their spots at the private school.
The Peace and Economic Justice Action Conference's Opening Reception "Rise Up Singing" will kick off the Peace and Justice Action League's annual Action Conference with spoken word and musical performances on Friday beginning at 6:30 p.m.