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Papal appeals on behalf of Yemen, refugees

June 18, 2018

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CWN Editor's Note: Pope Francis prayed for Yemen, site of the world’s worst humanitarian crisis. The Pope also noted that June 20 is World Refugee Day.

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Monday of the Fourth Week of Easter; Opt. Mem. of Sts. Nereus & Achilleus, Martyrs; Opt. Mem. of St. Pancras, Martyr

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The Church celebrates the Optional Memorial of Saints Nereus and Achilleus (d. 98) who were Roman soldiers in the household of Flavia Domitilla. They were instructed and converted by St. Peter. These two soldiers in turn inspired St. Domitilla to consecrate her virginity to God. Thereupon, Aurelianus, the…

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