Archive for June 11, 2013

National parks, forests and wilderness areas become landfills in wake of border crossing. ?w=200&h=150

By Carl Bunderson

Migrants on Mexico's border face 'nightmares,' priest says

Harsh conditions and persecution confront migrants in Mexico, many of whom have been deported from the U.S., according to a... Read more

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French priest suspended after Freemasonry revealed

Bishop Yves Boivineau of Annecy in southeastern France has barred a local priest from public ministry after he was exposed... Read more

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Rome visit deepens former NFL quarterback's faith

As he stood next to St. Peter’s Square, former NFL quarterback Rich Gannon reflected on how his family’s first visit... Read more

Pope Francis preaches at the June 5, 2013 morning Mass in St. Martha's House chapel. ?w=200&h=150

Pope encourages Church rich in praise, not wealth

Pope Francis pointed out that Saint Peter did not have a bank account, as he warned against the dangers of... Read more

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By Adelaide Mena

Critics decry decision to remove age limits for Plan B

Citing the health and wellbeing of young girls, critics slammed the Obama administration’s decision to allow children of any age... Read more

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Mexican cardinal: spread peace, not violence

Cardinal Norberto R. Carrera said the family should become the nucleus of a society that spreads concord and not hostility,... Read more

Pope Francis in St. Peter's Square before the Wednesday general audience, May 22, 2013. ?w=200&h=150

Pope calls for 'culture of encounter' towards disabled

Highlighting the spiritual gift of faith seen in Jesus’ healing of the blind, Pope Francis encouraged an ‘active participation’ of... Read more

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By Adelaide Mena

IRS scandals raise doubts over HHS mandate judgment

The targeting of conservative, pro-life and religious non-profits by the Internal Revenue Service is drawing concern over the agency’s authority... Read more

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By Carl Bunderson

Bishop laments student's nude protest as intolerant

Bishop David A. Zubik of Pittsburgh voiced dismay over the lack of respect shown to religious beliefs when a local... Read more