Archive for May 23, 2017

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Ventura softball star: Encountering Christ through service

To a pitcher, a little situation like bases loaded, full count and trying to protect a one-run lead in the... Read more

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By Perry West

Why head transplants won't disprove the existence of God

With plans for the first human head transplant surgery looming in the next year, a lead doctor on the formidable... Read more

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By Matt Hadro

Here's why the US bishops are distressed about military spending

Leading U.S. bishops have expressed serious concerns with President Donald Trump’s reported budget proposals for the 2018 fiscal year, noting... Read more

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By Hannah Brockhaus

Manchester bishop: There is 'no justification' for horrific attack (Updated)

After what has been deemed a terrorist attack killed 22 people – mostly youth – at a theater in Manchester... Read more

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By Kevin J. Jones

Cardinal Dolan finds lesson in humility in life of Irish migrant who saw Our Lady

An Irish immigrant named John Curry passed away in 1943 in New York City after a modest life.  Read more

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Pope Francis to nuns: Your joy can change the world

Women who are consecrated to God live “the prophecy of joy,” and this authentic joy is their most credible witness,... Read more

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By Elise Harris

Here's the plan for Melania and Ivanka's day in Rome

When U.S. President Donald Trump stops in Rome for a meeting with Pope Francis Wednesday, both his wife Melania and... Read more

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New York City event to discuss how faith, modernity intersect

An event exploring the interaction of the Christian faith with the modern world – in light of the writings of... Read more

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US bishops welcome Trump administration's reprieve for Haitian migrants

The Trump administration’s decision to allow 50,000 Haitian earthquake victims to remain in the United States prompted gratitude from the... Read more