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- Integral ecology: Challenging people to broaden their focus of concern
  
  Integral ecology -- a phrase often used when discussing the Synod of Bishops for the Amazon -- highlights not just the interconnectedness that exists among God, humanity and creation, but also...
  
  Culture of care is essential for the common good, pope tells doctors
  
  With so many changes and huge technological advancements in the field of medicine, health care must always be at the service of the whole individual, including a supportive relationship between...
  
  Council of Cardinals reviews input on draft constitution for Curia
  
  Pope Francis's Council of Cardinals finished its first review and reflection on comments and proposals received for the draft of the proposed apostolic constitution reforming the Roman Curia.
  
  Pope, patriarch discuss canon law’s relationship to ecumenism
  
  The search for Christian unity must involve all aspects of the churches' lives, including their different church laws, Pope Francis said.
  
  Priesthood is a gift, not a job, pope says
  
  Being a priest is not a job or fulfilling an employment contract but is a gift from God that should be contemplated and treasured as such, Pope Francis said.
National Catholic Register
- Pan-Amazonian Synod Participants Include Former UN Head, Liberation Theologians
  
  By Edward Pentin | VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis has personally invited Cardinal Sean O’Malley of Boston and Bishop Robert McElroy of San Diego as well as ex-United Nations Secretary General Ban...
  
  Catholic Identity College Guide 2019
  
  By The Editors | Looking for a list of Catholic colleges to consider? Here is the complete pdf guide from the Sept. 15, 2019, print edition. If you would like us to consider your college or...
  
  Back-to-School Praise for True Catholic Education
  
  By Michael Warsaw | The Church and its universities were given an incredible gift this past July, when Pope Francis announced that Blessed John Henry Newman will be canonized Oct. 13 in Rome. Besides.
  
  The Calling of St. Matthew and Me
  
  By Matt D’Antuono | An amphiboly is when the same statement can have two different meanings depending on the emphasis and grouping of the words. For example, at a recent county fair, I saw signs...
  
  Cardinal O’Malley and Bishop McElroy Nominated to Amazon Synod
  
  By Hannah Brockhaus/CNA | VATICAN CITY — Cardinal Sean O’Malley of Boston, and Bishop Robert McElroy of San Diego are among those chosen by Pope Francis as synod fathers in next month’s Amazon...