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The Times of Israel on MSN2d
Jewish groups mourn Pope Francis, ‘friend of the Jewish people,’ but some are critical
Some voices take issue with the late leader of the Catholic Church over his statements condemning Israeli actions in its war ...
The Pittsburgh Jewish Chronicle2d
Pope Francis, who advanced church’s relationships with Jews, dies at 88
Dialogue and friendship with the children of Israel are part of the life of Jesus’ disciples,” Francis wrote in 2018.
The Pittsburgh Jewish Chronicle12h
A Jewish guide to the cardinals who could succeed Francis
His elevation would mark a milestone in Jewish-Catholic relations, coming just over 30 years after the Vatican recognized the ...
The Times of Israel on MSN1d
Pope Francis cared deeply about Holy Land, Jews, but left ‘sour taste’ after Oct. 7
Scholars of Catholic-Jewish relations remember the pontiff's warmth, humility; late Church leader made important strides in ...
National Catholic Register1d
Pope Francis: A Friend of the Jewish People
The Holy Father, who died April 21 on Easter Monday, was recalled as an agent of peace in the war-torn Middle East and beyond ...
The Times of Israel on MSN2d
World Jewish Congress mourns death of Pope Francis: ‘A true moral leader’
The World Jewish Congress pays tribute to Pope Francis after his death, with president Ronald Lauder calling him “a true ...
Jewish, Muslim, Buddhist leaders mourn Pope Francis death, champion of religious solidarity
Pope Francis, 88, was remembered for fostering solidarity among Catholics, people of other faiths including Jews and Muslims, and even atheists.
'I fear a world without him': Pope Francis was a global influencer. Here's how he did it.
Pontiffs have been players in global affairs for hundreds of years. Pope Francis carved out his own form of global influence.
Cleveland Jewish News13h
Will the next pope speak Hebrew? A Jewish guide to the cardinals who could succeed Francis
In the wake of Pope Francis’ death on Monday, Catholic cardinals from across the world will gather for a conclave in the Vatican’s Sistine Chapel to elect the next pope.  And one name that’s been ...
Protestant, Jewish, Muslim, Catholic leaders in north suburbs remember Pope Francis
Catholic, Protestant, Muslim and Jewish faith leaders in the north suburbs offered reflections Monday after learning of Pope ...
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Jewish, Muslim, Buddhist leaders mourn Pope Francis death, champion of religious solidarity
Religious communities around the world joined Catholics mourning the death of Pope Francis on Easter Monday. Francis' election as the spiritual leader of ... ties with the Jewish world and in ...