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Here's how the Pope wants to make Catholic 'divorce' easier

Securing an annulment is frequently extremely lengthy. But it looks like that’s about to change.

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Sep 8th 2015, 4:40 PM

Not having children a "selfish" act, says the Pope

It’s the latest in a series of candid pronouncements from the pontiff.

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Feb 13th 2015, 7:12 AM

Pope says smacking children is okay -- as long as their dignity is maintained

Pope Francis said a good father should be able to “correct with firmness”.

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Feb 6th 2015, 7:21 AM

No need for Catholics to "breed like rabbits" --- Pope Francis

The Pope has been defending the Church’s stance on artificial contraception.

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Jan 20th 2015, 7:02 AM