Archive for March 14, 2017

Siena Hall at Aquinas College. Courtesy of Aquinas College.?w=200&h=150

Aquinas College to downsize, shift focus to education

Aquinas College in Nashville announced last week that it will be restructuring to focus primarily on education degrees, and will... Read more

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By Matt Hadro

Is the death penalty a form of psychological torture? This author says yes

Recent “botched executions” resulting in painful deaths for inmates have stirred controversy over the use of the death penalty. But... Read more

Jubilee audience in St. Peter's Square with Pope Francis on Nov. 12, 2016. ?w=200&h=150

Conversion is a journey of action, Pope says

Pope Francis urged Catholics in Tuesday’s homily not only to avoid evil, but to pursue good in concrete actions, likening... Read more

Pope Francis at the general audience in St. Peter Square, Feb. 22, 2017. ?w=200&h=150

By Hannah Brockhaus

How Pope Francis' sincere humanity has shaped his pontificate

Rather than a weakness, Pope Francis' humanity – and his acknowledgment of it – has been a source of strength... Read more

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EU ruling against workplace hijab draws religious freedom criticism

Responding to the case of a receptionist fired for wearing a hijab to work, the Court of Justice of the... Read more

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By Mary Farrow

Porn leaves men dissatisfied with real relationships, study finds

A recent analysis of 50 studies found that pornography was negatively associated with sexual and relational satisfaction among men.  Read more

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New Mexico bishops admonish pro-choice Catholic legislators

New Mexico Bishops released a statement last week discouraging public advocacy from Catholic legislators for abortions and assisted suicide on... Read more