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Reel faith vs. real faith: Catholicism in the movies
From Wonka to Sister Act, movies often misrepresent Catholic rituals and beliefs, shaping public misconceptions about the Church.
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Nuns are earning a reputation for being defiant, but obedience has always had its limits
From medieval uprisings to modern defiance, nuns have long challenged church authority — showing faith and rebellion can coexist.
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Washington State keeps clergy as mandated reporters but shields confessional communication
A new WA law makes clergy mandated reporters but preserves the confessional privilege, raising debate over religious freedom vs child safety.
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FāVS Religion News Roundup: Oct. 10
FāVS' Church lawsuit updates, hate-crime awards, bra nonprofit needs, YWCA’s helpline surge, and more Spokane faith and justice news this October.
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Most US Catholics approve of Pope Leo but know little about him, Pew survey finds
A new Pew survey shows most American Catholics view Pope Leo XIV positively, though many admit they know little about the first U.S.-born pontiff.
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Idaho Catholic youth lament Pope Francis’ passing
Catholic students mourn Pope Francis, their first pope, while learning about his legacy and the sacred transition to a new church leader.
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Francis, a pope for a time such as this
Pope Francis died after Easter in this Jubilee year of Hope. The pope's life was a miracle of mercy, unity and love - all needed for such a time as this.
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