2015-06-26T16:46:37-04:00

Last updated on: June 26, 2015 at 4:46 pm   By

From the USCCB website:  The U.S. Supreme Court decision, June 26, interpreting the U.S. Constitution to require all states to license and recognize same-sex “marriage” “is a tragic error that harms the common good and most vulnerable among us,” said Archbishop Joseph E. Kurtz of Louisville, Kentucky, president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB). The full statement follows: Regardless of what a narrow majority of the Supreme Court may declare at this moment in history, the nature of the... Read more

2015-06-26T16:36:33-04:00

Last updated on: June 26, 2015 at 4:36 pm   By

From Aleteia:  There has never been a canonized martyr from the United States, but a vote at the Vatican this week may lead to an Oklahoma priest becoming the first. A special Theological Commission at the Congregation of the Causes of Saints in Rome voted Tuesday to formally recognize Father Stanley Rother a martyr. The determination of martyrdom is a critical step in the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City’s Cause to have Father Rother beatified. “Father Rother laid down his life... Read more

2015-06-26T16:36:09-04:00

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From Aleteia:  There has never been a canonized martyr from the United States, but a vote at the Vatican this week may lead to an Oklahoma priest becoming the first. A special Theological Commission at the Congregation of the Causes of Saints in Rome voted Tuesday to formally recognize Father Stanley Rother a martyr. The determination of martyrdom is a critical step in the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City’s Cause to have Father Rother beatified. “Father Rother laid down his life... Read more

2015-06-26T16:27:49-04:00

Last updated on: June 26, 2015 at 4:27 pm   By

I’m pleased to announce that CNEWA’s ONE magazine tonight won 12 awards at the annual Catholic Press Association gathering, including 1st Place for General Excellence (Mission Magazines). Among other things, the judges wrote: First-rate journalism. Consistently strong reporting and research, not simply quotes and descriptions. Any one of the news features in a given issue could easily have been a cover story… The editors of ONE raise the bar for every publication that wants to use strong photos in a large format magazine.... Read more

2015-06-26T16:22:02-04:00

Last updated on: June 26, 2015 at 4:22 pm   By

[getty src=”478678298?et=_82leR3JRv1gQ3HPCDOegg&viewMoreLink=off&sig=MXAZtGi-G0TOg1QgqhIi8cBfasaMD6jKp9Mp00p-SS8=&caption=true” width=”594″ height=”396″] View image | gettyimages.com Someone mentioned this bit of news to me tonight. I didn’t believe it. But it’s true:  The editorial board of PennLive/The Patriot-News in Harrisburg, Pa. is taking a hardcore stance against those who disagree with the Supreme Court ruling to legalize gay marriage. “As a result of Friday’s ruling, PennLive/The Patriot-News will no longer accept, nor will it print, op-Eds and letters to the editor in opposition to same-sex marriage,” they declared.  After receiving strong... Read more

2015-06-26T16:01:44-04:00

Last updated on: June 26, 2015 at 4:01 pm   By

From the USCCB website:  The U.S. Supreme Court decision, June 26, interpreting the U.S. Constitution to require all states to license and recognize same-sex “marriage” “is a tragic error that harms the common good and most vulnerable among us,” said Archbishop Joseph E. Kurtz of Louisville, Kentucky, president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB). The full statement follows: Regardless of what a narrow majority of the Supreme Court may declare at this moment in history, the nature of the... Read more

2015-06-26T10:21:08-04:00

Last updated on: June 26, 2015 at 10:21 am   By

  View image | gettyimages.com I was struck by these two competing headlines this morning. They offer quite a study in contrasts. From Voice of America: Catholic Church to Welcome Homosexuals at Philadelphia Meeting. A U.S. bishop says homosexuals will be able to attend a global meeting of Catholic families in Philadelphia during a visit by Pope Francis.  About 15,000 people are expected to attend lectures and take part in workshops during that five-day event in September, aimed at strengthening... Read more

2015-06-29T15:13:49-04:00

Last updated on: June 29, 2015 at 3:13 pm   By

Highlights from yesterday: first, a riveting luncheon speech by the great Sister Rosemary, in which she recounted her heroic working saving girls’ lives using needle and thread. She got a well-deserved standing ovation. A fellow who happened to be sitting at my table for lunch was Deacon René Laprise, Director of Media Relations for the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops. His archdiocese has a total of four (4) deacons. In addition to his work with the CCCB, Deacon René is also... Read more

2015-06-26T05:27:23-04:00

Last updated on: June 26, 2015 at 5:27 am   By

Highlights from yesterday: first, a riveting luncheon speech by the great Sister Rosemary, in which she recounted her heroic working saving girls’ lives using needle and thread. She got a well-deserved standing ovation. A fellow who happened to be sitting at my table for lunch was Deacon René Laprise, Director of Media Relations for the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops. His archdiocese has a total of four (4) deacons. In addition to his work with the CCCB, Deacon René is also... Read more

2015-06-25T22:40:02-04:00

Last updated on: June 25, 2015 at 10:40 pm   By

From CBSLA.com:  Police were asking for the public’s help Thursday to identify who broke the head off a statue of the Virgin Mary and damaged the face of a Jesus Christ statue at a Catholic church in Palm Springs. Officers responded to a report early this morning of vandalism at the Our Lady of Solitude Church located along the 100 block of West Alejo Road, according to Palm Springs Police Sgt. Paul Abshire. An investigation found that someone damaged the... Read more

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