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Greg Hartman
Congressional bill aims to protect pro-life pregnancy centers against ‘terror attacks’
by Katie Yoder Washington, D.C. Newsroom, Sep 21, 2022 / 10:30 am Republican Reps. Chris Smith of New Jersey and Cathy McMorris Rodgers of Washington introduced a bill Tuesday aimed at protecting pro-life pregnancy centers against a surge in violent attacks. “Despite dire threats and horrific attacks, the selfless volunteers …
Catholic Charities to provide aid to Puerto Ricans devastated by Hurricane Fiona
by Zelda Caldwell, Jonah McKeown Washington, D.C. Newsroom, Sep 20, 2022 / 15:51 pm More than a day after Hurricane Fiona dumped 30 inches of rain on Puerto Rico before heading toward the islands of Turks and Caicos, a million people still do not have electricity, and 760,000 are without running …
Serving on and off the Court
That’s a phrase anyone who meets Jim Brooks will likely hear, no matter the weather or conditions. Brooks sees this as an uplifting mindset. “We should all fill in the blank: ‘It’s a great day for’ because it truly is great to be alive, to live for and love others …
Life beyond the Finish Line
Watching the Olympics is a passionate experience. It’s intense, witnessing the world’s most excellent athletes drive themselves to mind-blowing achievements. In 2012, I saw Oscar Pistorius rise to greatness, racing without lower legs. This year, I witnessed Shaun White defy gravity on his snowboard. Their talent is incredible and I’ll …
U.S. synod synthesis shows ‘desire for greater communion’
By Carl Bunderson Denver Newsroom, Sep 19, 2022 / 16:36 pm The Synod on Synodality has thus far demonstrated the “joys, hopes, and wounds” shared by members of the Church in the United States, according to a report on the process issued Monday. “These consultations express a deep desire for greater …
Catholic prayers for Queen Elizabeth II — and the new king
by AC Wimmer CNA Newsroom, Sep 19, 2022 / 07:24 am As millions across the United Kingdom and the whole world today witness the final farewell for Queen Elizabeth II, the Catholic bishops of England and Wales have released statements, made comments, and issued pastoral letters about the death of …
‘Service in life, hope in death’: archbishop of Canterbury preaches at queen’s funeral
by Charlotte Evans Birmingham, England, Sep 19, 2022 / 09:19 am In his sermon at the state funeral of Queen Elizabeth II today, the archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, praised the Christian faith and example of the late monarch. After readings from St. Paul’s Letter to the Corinthians and St. …
Pope Francis extends a hand to China
by Andrea Gagliarducci Rome Newsroom, Sep 19, 2022 / 08:33 am While a trial against Cardinal Joseph Zen is getting underway in China, the Holy See continues to work toward the renewal of the Sino-Vatican agreement for the appointment of bishops. There appear to be no substantial changes to the deal, …
“How to Become a Missioner,”
As my wife and I were discerning family lay missionary work, we heard that professor Dr. Otto Maduro of Venezuela asked new recruits, “Who among you wants to become a lay missioner because you want to go to another country to help the people? Please raise your hand. Okay, those …
The shortest papacies of all time? Pope John Paul I barely makes the list
by Kevin J. Jones Denver Newsroom, Sep 18, 2022 / 14:00 pm Blessed John Paul I did not serve as Roman Pontiff for long, but 10 other popes had shorter pontificates than he did. Their stories are a microcosm of the history of the papacy. Some were friends of saints …