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Beliefnet Poll: Catholics Observant, But Some Seek Change

Catholics participating in a Beliefnet survey say they attend Mass, pray often, but disagree with the Church on some key issues.

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Your Catholic Preferences

As a Catholic, you may be very traditional, moderately traditional or progressive, or even very progressive.

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Saints Who Find You Parking Spaces

'Mother Cabrini, please find a spot for my little machiney,' and other unusual Catholic prayers to saints.

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Is Religion 'Built Upon Lies'?

Best-selling atheist Sam Harris and pro-religion blogger Andrew Sullivan debate God, faith, and fundamentalism.

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Don't Treat Married Priests Like Pariahs

The church welcomes married Protestant ministers to its clergy--so why the double standard?

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Loose Canon Archive: April 2005

Charlotte Hays's daily weblog on religion, spirituality, and politics.

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Africans Turn Toward the Future Church

While the next pope may come from the developing world, African cardinals in the running face significant obstacles.

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Paul Wilkes: When in Rome

From John Paul II's funeral to Benedict XVI's election, Beliefnet's correspondent reports on the momentous events in Rome.

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Idol Chatter: Religion and Pop Culture Blog

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