Leaked Encyclical Highlights Growing Resistance To Pope's Reform Agenda
A draft of Pope Francis' encyclical on climate climate change was leaked Wednesday before its scheduled release.
Religion
Pope Francis: Climate Change A 'Principal Challenge' For Humanity
In a major encyclical, the pontiff calls on humanity to acknowledge a "sense of responsibility" for the Earth and said it was time to stop "masking problems."
As Ramadan Begins, Muslim Migrants Welcomed At Belgrade Mosque
Serbia is a transit hub for refugees from the Mideast and Africa. This poor Balkan nation struggles to cope with the migrants, whose exile is all the more poignant as they try to celebrate Ramadan.
How 'Diet Gurus' Hook Us With Religion Veiled In Science
From Paleo to vegan to raw, nutrition gurus package their advice as sound science. But peel the studies away and you'll find timeless myths and superstitions of religion.
Vatican Prosecutor Indicts Defrocked Priest On Pedophilia Charges
Jozef Wesolowski, the former Vatican ambassador to the Dominican Republic, is the first person arrested in the Vatican on charges of pedophilia. If convicted, he could face up to 12 years in jail.
Pope Creates Tribunal To Investigate Bishops Accused Of Hiding Sex Abuse
Pope Francis has created a tribunal to hear cases of bishops who failed to protect kids from pedophile priests.
Why Jeb Bush Can't Bank On Faith Like His Brother Did
Bush, who is likely running for president, is a firm Catholic. But that might not be enough for evangelical Christians in Iowa who see him as moderate and are looking elsewhere.
Pope Encourages Putin To Engage In 'Sincere' Peace Efforts In Ukraine
Pope Francis called on Russian President Putin to make "sincere" efforts to bring peace to Ukraine, where Russian-backed separatists are battling government troops.
Climate Change Is A 'Moral Issue,' Says Archbishop On Papal Encyclical
NPR's Robert Siegel speaks to Archbishop Thomas Wenski of Miami about the encyclical that Pope Francis is expected to deliver next week where he will address the environment and climate change.
Vatican Establishes Tribunal To Investigate Bishops In Abuse Cases
Pope Francis sets up a tribunal to hear cases against senior clergy accused of not protecting children who were abused by priests. A victims' group says the Vatican isn't going far enough.