Who was Pope Leo XIII, the father of social doctrine?
(OSV News) -- Cardinal Robert F. Prevost has selected the name Pope Leo XIV, an apparent nod to Pope Leo XIII, who deserves to be called the founding father...
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On electing a pope: 10 frequently asked questions answered
(OSV News) -- Thousands gather in St. Peter's Square, waiting for the sign that a new pope has been elected. All watch as the dark wisps of smoke ascending...
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The history of St. Mary Major, the basilica where Pope Francis will be entombed
(OSV News) -- Each year on Aug. 5 the church liturgical calendar commemorates the dedication of St. Mary Major (in Italian, Santa Maria Maggiore), one...
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Snow White and the significance of fairy tales
Like the catchy tune in their live action remake of Snow White, Disney clearly has some "princess problems" with their classic fairy tale source material....
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