Archive for September 27, 2011

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Ensure Catholic schools’ mission can continue, Archbishop Gomez urges

Catholic schools make a “major contribution” to the Los Angeles region’s social fabric and to the common good of the... Read more

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By Kevin J. Jones

Observers see gay agenda threatening religious freedom

Legalizing “gay marriage” is having major repercussions for religious freedom, according to observers of the latest developments.  Read more

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Vatican rebuffs reports of planned papal resignation

Vatican spokesman Father Federico Lombardi has dismissed reports published by an Italian newspaper that Pope Benedict XVI plans to resign... Read more

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Madrid profits over $200 million from WYD

The Spanish capital city of Madrid came away with over $215 million in profits after World Youth Day 2011 held... Read more

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Abortion solves nothing, Mexican cardinal tells court

As the Supreme Court in Mexico debates legalizing abortion in the country, Cardinal Norberto Rivera Carrera of Mexico City underscored that “abortion is never... Read more

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Windmill brings life to Kenyan village

Mixed with the braying of livestock and the welcome laughter of children, a new sound swirls above the village of... Read more

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By Marianne Medlin

Illinois Catholic Charities' foster care faces shutdown

Illinois Catholic Charities' foster care services may eventually cease to exist after a local judge refused to change his ruling... Read more

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Catholics obligated to defend right to life, emphasizes cardinal

Respect Life Month is a time for prayer, reflection and action to advance the right to life and to resist... Read more