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March 09, 2021

Minneapolis archbishop prays for peace as trial of Derek Chauvin begins

March 09, 2021

Chauvin is being charged with second-degree murder and manslaughter for the death of George Floyd. Floyd, a Black man, died on May 25 in Minneapolis after he was restrained by Chauvin during an attempted arrest. Video footage of the arrest taken by bystanders revealed Chauvin kneeling on Floyd’s neck for nearly nine minutes, as Floyd audibly moaned and said he couldn’t breathe. Floyd appeared to be unconscious by the end of the video, which went viral.

Swiss voters narrowly back ban on burqa, niqab as religious leaders voice concern

March 09, 2021

Over 51% of voters backed the measure in a March 7 vote. The ban on facial coverings in public places does not mention Islam directly but was presented as a burqa ban. It would also affect protesters who wear ski masks and bandanas. The ban exempts venues that are religious institutions, facial coverings used for health reasons and masks used for traditional Carnival celebrations.

Bishop appointed for S Sudan’s Rumbek diocese after nearly 10 years’ vacancy

March 09, 2021

In a message to ACI Africa, Fr. Carlassare said he welcomed his episcopal appointment in a “spirit of faith” even though it was not among his expectations.

The Way of St James Awaits

March 09, 2021

Anyone undertaking the journey this Jubilee Year will not only be immersed in one of Christendom’s most venerable traditions, but will chart a course into the Camino’s future.