RNS Opening Budget — Tuesday, May 11, 2021

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May 11, 2021 at 11:48 a.m. ET

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RNS-Pope-Catechist: Pope Francis institutes ministry of catechist for lay men and women
(RNS) – Pope Francis on Tuesday instituted the new ministry of catechists, open to lay Catholic men and women who serve the church by transmitting the faith. The decision coincides with papal efforts to promote and recognize the importance of lay faithful in the church. By Claire Giangravè. 550 words. (category: i)

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RNS-Hindu-Ramadan: In India, Hindus fast in Ramadan for growth and solidarity with Muslim neighbors
MUMBAI (RNS) — Across India, many non-Muslims observe Ramadan fasting for reasons ranging from solidarity with friends to gestures of fraternity and gratitude and as a means of introspection. Some fast for just a day, some for several days and others for the entire month. By Bhavya Dore. 975 words. (category: i)

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