Articles by Michelle La Rosa
New book explores spiritual sisterhood with saints
Dec 15, 2012 / 06:04 amA new book recounting the true story of one woman's faith voyage encourages women to turn to the saints as they strive to embrace their dignity amid the struggles of the modern world.
Vatican Nativity scene will reflect southern Italy cave setting
Dec 14, 2012 / 11:00 amThis Christmas season visitors to St. Peter’s Square will get a chance to see a Nativity scene that is set amid a famous city of ancient cave dwellings from southern Italy.
Retired Richmond bishop dies at age 84
Dec 13, 2012 / 15:35 pmBishop emeritus Walter F. Sullivan of Richmond, Va., a prominent advocate of social issues, passed away on Dec. 11at his Virginia home after recently being diagnosed with inoperable liver cancer.
Drury Hotel founder says faith, family shape business decisions
Dec 13, 2012 / 04:01 amMissouri business executive Charles Drury, who helped found the hotel chain that bears his name, attributes his success to a firm reliance on God and a willingness to value family over material possessions.
Mennonite-owned wood manufacturer sues over contraception mandate
Dec 11, 2012 / 17:41 pmThree Mennonite Christians who own a wood manufacturing company in Pennsylvania have filed a lawsuit challenging the federal contraception mandate for threatening their right to religious freedom.
New project allows Congress members to adopt conscience prisoners
Dec 11, 2012 / 02:06 amA new initiative in the nation’s capital invites members of Congress to “adopt” international prisoners of conscience to advocate for their release and to highlight the importance of human rights and religious liberty.
US bishops recommend prayers for Year of Faith
Dec 9, 2012 / 16:05 pmBy working to enrich their prayer lives, Catholics can grow closer to Christ and more deeply live out the Year of Faith, said the U.S. bishops' leader on matters of evangelization.
Family advocates pleased Supreme Court will hear marriage cases
Dec 7, 2012 / 16:13 pmSupporters of marriage and family welcomed the Supreme Court’s announcement that it will review both state and federal cases about the definition of marriage in the coming months.
Supreme Court to hear marriage cases on DOMA, Prop 8
Dec 7, 2012 / 14:07 pmIn a move that could have wide-reaching consequences, the U.S. Supreme Court announced that it will hear two cases involving the redefinition of marriage next year.
Criticisms of Bishop Finn described as misleading, dishonest
Dec 7, 2012 / 04:08 amCalls for the resignation of Bishop Robert W. Finn of Kansas City-St. Joseph that have gained media attention are exaggerated and do not depict the real situation in the diocese, according to local Catholics.
Bishops building movement for life, marriage and religious freedom
Dec 7, 2012 / 00:21 amThe U.S. bishops have announced a five-part pastoral strategy that is aimed at creating a movement dedicated to penance and prayer for a renewed culture of life, marriage and religious freedom.
Cincinnati Catholic charities stress public-private partnership
Dec 6, 2012 / 02:24 amLeaders of 11 Catholic human services providers from the Archdiocese of Cincinnati are calling on lawmakers to protect the poor from the “fiscal cliff” by safeguarding funding to the programs that serve those in need.
Catholic charity groups welcome Pope's call for fidelity
Dec 5, 2012 / 15:40 pmLeaders of Catholic charities in the U.S. reaffirmed Pope Benedict's recent message on the need to remain firmly rooted in the Gospel and Catholic identity while reaching out to serve those in need.
Chinese pro-life activist calls for reform, international attention
Dec 4, 2012 / 10:15 amThe deteriorating human rights situation in China should inspire action on the part of the Chinese government and people, as well as the international community, said pro-life advocate Chen Guangcheng.
Pro-life leaders ask GOP to stand strong on abortion
Dec 3, 2012 / 16:20 pmTop pro-life advocates are calling on the Republican Party to maintain its pro-life stance despite calls from some to back off from the position in the wake of the presidential election.
Pittsburgh bishop remains hopeful despite mandate lawsuit dismissal
Nov 30, 2012 / 15:52 pmFederal judges in Pittsburgh and Nashville dismissed Catholic lawsuits challenging the federal contraception mandate, but acknowledged that the suits can be re-filed when the regulation is more imminent.
Catholics strongly support new Mass translation after first year
Nov 30, 2012 / 04:05 amOne year after the Church introduced revisions to the English-language liturgy, an overwhelming majority of Catholics continue to view the changes in a positive light.
Bishops decry Congo violence, urge international help
Nov 28, 2012 / 04:02 amLeaders of the Catholic Church in Africa are calling for humanitarian aid and peace efforts in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of Congo after rebel forces captured a major city.
Leader of Anglican ordinariate recalls joy of first year
Nov 27, 2012 / 15:02 pmAlmost a year after being appointed to shepherd Anglican communities seeking to join the Catholic Church, Monsignor Jeffrey N. Steenson says the past months have been showered with blessings.
DC campaign points to Jesus as perfect Christmas gift
Nov 27, 2012 / 12:37 pmA successful Advent initiative in Washington, D.C., is urging people to use the true meaning of the Christmas season to learn more about the Catholic faith and grow closer to Christ.