Archive for October 20, 2013

Workers haul bricks at a construction site in Bangalore, India. ?w=200&h=150

By Adelaide Mena

Modern slave trade has 'many faces,' human rights expert says

Modern day slavery is prevalent throughout the world even though it goes by different names, a human rights activist has... Read more

Olympic medalist Jason Gardner in St. Peter's Square Oct. 20. ?w=200&h=150

Olympic gold medalist credits nuns for inspiration

At a Vatican athletic event promoting the connection between faith and sports, British Olympic gold medalist runner Jason Gardener credited... Read more

Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains at 1284 S Abilene St. in Aurora, Colorado. ?w=200&h=150

Suit claims Colorado taxes illegally fund Planned Parenthood

The state of Colorado is illegally providing $14 million to Planned Parenthood in violation of the state constitution, a lawsuit... Read more

Pope Francis greets pilgrims druing his general audience Sept. 25, 2013. ?w=200&h=150

Pope: Prayer helps 'overcome evil with good'

Pope Francis in his Sunday Angelus greeting taught that prayer is a ‘weapon’ in the struggle against evil.  Read more