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Sorry, Vatican, Religious Relativism Isn't the Problem

To proclaim Jesus as the fullness of salvation is one thing. To use Jesus as a weapon against the rest of the world is another

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The Pope and the Papacy: Questions and Answers

In the aftermath of Pope John Paul II's death, Beliefnet responds to readers' questions about the leader of the Catholic Church.

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Swami Uptown Archive: July 2004

Jesse Kornbluth's daily weblog on religion, spirituality, and politics.

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Bishops Pray, Fast Over Sex Scandal

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A Special Council for Sex Abuse?

Eight Catholic bishops want a U.S. church council to address the sex scandal, magazine says

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Bishop Gregory Remarks on Vatican Response to Abuse Policy

Joint U.S.-Rome committee formed to address 'vague' language, due process for priests, 'proper role' of lay review boards.

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Afghan Official Calls Buddha Destruction 'Irreversible,' as China Joins Outcry Against Taliban

The end seems near for two giant, historic stone Buddhas, even as international protest grows.

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Pope Approves Plan for Study on Internet Ethics

Pontifical council also seeks patron saint for the Internet.

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AIDS Conference Marks Turning Point in Global Response

In South Africa, politics, poverty and moral leadership spotlighted the difference in AIDS' care between poor, wealthy nations

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World Conference Leaves Future of Evangelicalism Unclear

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