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The Papacy of Pope Benedict XVI
By
Jana Melpolder
Pope Benedict XVI shocked the world by announcing on February 11 that he would resign at the end of February. His decision marked the first time in nearly 600 years that a pope has stepped down before death. Significant events and moments in Benedict’s papacy include major writings, missteps and international travels. Once he steps…
Violence Against Women: The Faith Response
By
Jana Melpolder
During their lifetime, one out of every four women will experience violence from an intimate partner. Today, clergy are reaching out and supporting those women who become victims in their own homes. Originally posted on Odyssey Networks.
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