Archive for June 28, 2012

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By Michelle La Rosa

Catholic Voices equips laity to speak up in public debate

Amid misrepresentations in the media and public square, a newly-formed U.S. lay Catholic group is working to communicate the Church's... Read more

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Father of forcibly aborted Chinese baby reported missing

The father of a Chinese baby that was forcibly aborted has reportedly disappeared, while his wife is being held in... Read more

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By Michelle La Rosa

Supreme Court upholds health care law, individual mandate

The U.S. Supreme Court has upheld the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, drawing cries of disappointment and concern from... Read more

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Archbishop urges honesty among Argentina's leaders

Archbishop Hector Aguer of La Plata, Argentina warned that society is gravely harmed when those in positions of authority engage... Read more

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By Michelle La Rosa

Court ruling allows religious freedom lawsuits to proceed with hope

In the wake of the Supreme Court’s decision to uphold the 2010 health care law, a leading religious freedom law... Read more

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By Michelle La Rosa

US bishops urge Congress to 'fix' problems in health care law

The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops has renewed its call for Congress to correct problems within the 2010 health care... Read more

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Archbishop Sheen decree a 'great day' for US Catholics

Bishop Daniel R. Jenky of Peoria says the declaration of Archbishop Fulton Sheen as “venerable” is wonderful news for both... Read more

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