Archive for December 18, 2019

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By Kevin J. Jones

Teens deserve better than Planned Parenthood in LA schools, critics say

As Planned Parenthood prepares to open as many as 50 centers in Los Angeles public high schools, critics are warning... Read more

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By Jonah McKeown

Priests respond to Archbishop Paglia: 'Accompaniment isn't directionless'

After a prominent archbishop commented to journalists last week that he would hold the hand of a person dying of... Read more

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By Hannah Brockhaus

Pope Francis: Nativity scenes show a 'domestic Gospel'

Pope Francis Wednesday called Christmas nativity scenes a “domestic Gospel,” which helps to make the Holy Family present in one’s... Read more

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By Hannah Brockhaus

Does 'The Two Popes' fairly represent Francis and Benedict? Critics say ‘no’ 

While filmmakers say the "The Two Popes" is a work of fiction, the movie’s director also says it represents his... Read more

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Rep. Loudermilk defends comparison of Trump impeachment to Pontius Pilate and Jesus Christ

A Georgia congressman’s office defended a claim made Wednesday that Jesus Christ was afforded more rights during the trial that... Read more

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By Christine Rousselle

SCOTUS to hear Catholic school religious freedom cases

The U.S. Supreme Court will decide two religious freedom cases concerning Catholic schools during its upcoming term, the court announced... Read more

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The Vatican-London investment scandal: A CNA explainer

Since October, CNA has been covering a Vatican financial scandal involving an investment in a London luxury apartment development through... Read more

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Philippines quake victims need water, aid, prayer

After a southern Philippines earthquake killed at least nine and displaced thousands of people on Monday, survivors emphasized their need... Read more