Archive for April 26, 2009

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‘Realities’ pose challenges to Catholic border communities

Separated by an international border, the communities of Douglas, Ariz., and Agua Prieta, Sonora, Mexico, are rife with special needs. ... Read more

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Cardinal endorses ‘common ground’ bill supporting pregnant women

Cardinal Justin Rigali, chair of the U.S. bishops’ Committee on Pro-Life Activities, has written a letter to U.S. Representatives encouraging... Read more

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Policy proposed to protect Iowa officials who object to same-sex ‘marriage’

As the Iowa Attorney General insists that county recorders must issue marriage licenses to same-sex couples, two groups have offered... Read more

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Pope Benedict points to new saints for encouragement and joy

On Sunday at around noon, following the proclamation of five new saints in St. Peter’s Square, Pope Benedict XVI told the... Read more

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Supreme Court turns down porn group’s plea to block Texas age-verification law

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Virginia Catholic bishops urge Gov. Youngkin to veto contraception mandate bills

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Kansas Legislature enacts four pro-life bills over governor’s vetoes 

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