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Vatican astronomer says if aliens exist, they may not need redemption
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Vatican astronomer says if aliens exist, they may not need redemption

Catholic News ServiceMay 22, 20083 min read
If aliens exist, they may be a different life form that does not need Christ’s redemption, the Vatican’s chief astronomer said.
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