Archive for August 22, 2014

A family of Christian refugees in Iraq who are taking shelter at the Syriac Catholic Mrtshmony Shrine in Erbil. ?w=200&h=150

Faith of Iraqi Christians called unbreakable, despite persecution

Iraqi Christians' faith is not diminished, even as they face exile from their homes and profound suffering, an official with... Read more

James Foley. Photo courtesy of Marquette University.?w=200&h=150

By Kevin J. Jones

Marquette professor recalls James Foley as 'bright light'

Executed journalist James Foley was fearless in his quest to advance justice in the world, and his courage inspired many... Read more

 Gary Sinise descibed the work the Gary Sinise Foundation on behalf of wounded veterans during the States Dinner, Aug. 5, 2014. ?w=200&h=150

By Mary Farrow

Knights partner with Catholic actor Gary Sinise to help veterans

Actor Gary Sinise's respect and admiration for military men and women goes far beyond his role as Lieutenant Dan in... Read more

Participants tip buckets of ice water over their heads for the Ice Bucket Challenge in Melbourne, Australia, Aug. 22, 2014. ?w=200&h=150

Ohio archdiocese urges 'ice bucket' funds for pro-life research center

Chances are you've viewed at least one video this week of someone dumping a bucket of ice water over their... Read more

Sylvia Burwell, Health and Human Service secretary for the Obama administration. ?w=200&h=150

Obama administration announces new HHS mandate rules

The Department of Health and Human Services issued on Friday new rules regarding its contraception mandate, after the Supreme Court... Read more

Cardinal Fernando Filoni, who traveled to Iraq Aug. 12-20 as Pope Francis' personal envoy, speaks to CNA in Rome, Aug. 22, 2014. ?w=200&h=150

By Andrea Gagliarducci

Papal envoy: Francis donated $1 million to Iraqi refugees

Pope Francis has given $1 million as a personal contribution to help Christians and other religious minorities in Iraq who... Read more

Religious Liberty supporters outside the U.S. Supreme Court building in Washington D.C. June 26, 2014. ?w=200&h=150

By Adelaide Mena

Adjustment to HHS mandate met with initial disappointment

Religious groups have voiced concern over the latest set of suggested changes to the federal contraception mandate, while saying they... Read more