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George Weigel: ‘Catholic lite’ and Vatican finances will top next pope’s agenda
by Christine Rousselle Washington D.C., Jun 23, 2020 / 11:00 am MT (CNA).- Evangelizing countries where the faith has been watered down and resolving the ongoing financial crisis in the Vatican are challenges which will extend past the reign of Pope Francis, author George Weigel said on Monday. Weigel was …
Pray, Reflect, and Take Action as we celebrate Religious Freedom June 23
Religious Freedom Week 2020: For the Good of All Respect for Houses of Worship Tuesday, June 23 Pray That people of all faiths would be free to worship without fear of attacks and harassment. Reflect Houses of worship provide spaces for people to step back, often with fellow believers, and …
Today’s Video: St. Thomas More
Today’s Video looks at St. Thomas More, the patron saint of lawyers, St. Thomas More died when he he chose God’s law over that of King Henry VIII.
Pray, Reflect, and Take Action as we celebrate Religious Freedom June 22
Religious Freedom Week 2020: For the Good of All Freedom to Serve in Health Care Pray That governments would respect the consciences of the Little Sisters of the Poor and all Christians who care for the sick and vulnerable. Reflect For centuries, the Church has carried on the healing ministry …
Obituary: Sister Frances Mary of the Sacred Heart Schoenung
Sister Frances Mary of the Sacred Heart Schoenung, SNDdeN June 22, 1930 – February 8, 2020 Sister Frances Mary was born Marguerite Rose Schoenung. She and her twin sister were the fourth and fifth children and eldest daughters of what would grow to be a household of 12 children, two loving …
Can Catholics support ‘Black Lives Matter’?
CNA Staff, Jun 17, 2020 / 05:29 pm MT (CNA).- Catholic leaders say the Church has an important role in working for racial justice, but that protesting for justice does not imply endorsement of the positions taken by Black Lives Matter organizations. The phrase “#BlackLivesMatter” began to trend online following …
We are salt and light; Civilize It: Are you willing to take the pledge?
The 2020 Election is upon us. A divided country. Fights at the dinner table. Political vitriol. What does it mean to love our neighbors in the midst of such a climate? As Catholics, we have a long tradition of engagement in the political process as a means of putting our …
Building a Family Foundation: Dorff Family rooted in Faith and Arts
by M.D. Pitman “When Dan and I got married, we had no idea that we were creating a future,” said Martha Dorff. “We just thought we were getting married.” As the Over-the-Rhine couple, formerly of Loveland, discovers life as a retired couple – Dan from a career as a graphic …
Obituary: Sister Joyce Hoben SNDdeN
Ancestors of Joyce Hoben moved from Maryland to Kentucky in the 1790s and early 1800’s. There, they put down deep roots and helped build up the Catholic faith. Both of Joyce’s parents were well educated and skilled in music and literature. Joyce was the youngest of the Hoben’s seven children, …
