Archive for October 26, 2011

Fr. Phillip J. Brown, S.S., discusses his new role as rector of Theological College?w=200&h=150

By Michelle La Rosa

New Theological College rector sees priesthood experiencing renewal

The newly-installed rector of Theological College in Washington, D.C. believes the priesthood in the U.S. has entered a period of... Read more

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Republican presidential candidates discuss pro-life views in Iowa

Abortion was a key issue for Republican presidential candidates at the Iowa Faith and Freedom Coalition’s annual dinner on Oct.... Read more

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By Marianne Medlin

Religious liberty threatened in America, Archbishop Gomez warns

In an article for First Things, Archbishop Jose H. Gomez of Los Angeles pointed to several recent examples of religious... Read more

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Puerto Rican Senate approves penal code prohibiting abortion

The Puerto Rico Senate passed a new penal code on Oct. 24 that keeps in place the territory's prohibition against... Read more

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Amid violence, Church calls Colombians to vote

The bishops of Colombia have released a pastoral letter, calling Colombians to vote on Oct. 30. Read more

Pope Benedict XVI during the Oct. 23, 2011 canonization ceremony?w=200&h=150

Ahead of Assisi meeting, Pope speaks of Jesus bringing peace

One day before the gathering of religious leaders from around the world in the town of Assisi, Pope Benedict XVI... Read more

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Maryknoll missionaries to celebrate 100 years of service

The Maryknoll Fathers and Brothers, a U.S. foreign missions group, are set to celebrate their 100th anniversary at St. Patrick's... Read more

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Baby found alive two days after earthquake in Turkey

A 14-day-old baby was found alive amid the rubble of her home 46 hours after a 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck... Read more

Bishop William Lori testifies Oct. 26, 2011 on the threats to religious liberty at the House subcommittee hearing?w=200&h=150

By Michelle La Rosa

Bishop Lori testifies on threats to religious liberty, urges action

The U.S. bishops’ point man on religious liberty urged the U.S. Congress to protect the right to religious freedom in... Read more