In U.S. Visit, Pope Francis Will Deliver 4 Speeches In English, 14 In Spanish
In his five-day, three-city tour, Francis will give the majority of speeches in his native Spanish.
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Bernie Sanders Seeks Common Ground With A Different Kind Of Base: Evangelicals
The Jewish Democratic presidential candidate admitted differences with his conservative Christian audience at Liberty University, but called for civil discourse on social justice and morality issues.
Kim Davis Back At Work, But Remains Defiant
The Kentucky clerk says she asked that her name and title be taken off marriage licenses but that she won't stop her deputies from issuing them. She says she has "great doubts" the licenses are valid.
The Jewish Fruitcake: Honey Cake Is A Sweet And Stodgy Tradition
In symbolic hope for a sweet new year, many Jews will mark the start of Rosh Hashanah with honey cake. The cake is sentimental, but not always beloved. Here, a delectable update to the ancient recipe.
U.S. 'Disrupted' Threat Ahead Of Pope's Visit, Congressman Says
Rep. Michael McCaul, a Texas Republican who chairs the House Homeland Security Committee, says he was apprised of the threat during a classified meeting.
In Hungary, Churches Are Conspicuously Silent On Migrants
Europe's Catholics have been asked to help migrants fleeing the Middle East. NPR's Rachel Martin speaks to correspondent Lauren Frayer about clerics in Hungary, who have rejected the pope's call.
True Believer? Why Donald Trump Is The Choice Of The Religious Right
How's it possible a twice-divorced casino mogul and former supporter of abortion rights is leading with evangelical voters? Donald Trump is channeling anti-establishment frustration, but can it last?
Parish In Vienna Welcomes Refugees Ahead Of Pope's Plea
NPR's Audie Cornish interviews Rev. Peter Schipka, general secretary of the Austrian Bishops Conference, about the Pope's call for parishes to take in refugees. His parish welcomed refugees in June.
Pope Francis Announces Window To Forgive Women Who Had Abortions
Pope Francis is giving all priests a window of discretion to forgive women who have had abortions. The window is during the upcoming holy year, which will begin in December.
Some In Rowan County, Ky., Surprised By Clerk Controversy
A Kentucky county clerk remains in custody this weekend after refusing to issue marriage licenses to same-sex couples. The nation is divided, but what does Rowan County think about what's happening?