Articles by Kevin J. Jones
Frontline episode on Church scandals one-sided, critic says
Mar 6, 2014 / 13:19 pmThe PBS Frontline documentary series’ recent episode “Secrets of the Vatican” largely covered old scandals in a one-sided way, said Scot Landry, executive director of Catholic Voices USA.
Catholic marriage preparation needs to better 'evangelize'
Feb 19, 2014 / 04:01 amThe head of a major U.S. missionary apostolate says that evangelization – not simple catechesis – is needed to prepare Catholics for good marriages by putting Jesus Christ at the center of their lives.
Global poll prompts call to overcome Catholic divisions through fidelity
Feb 14, 2014 / 12:01 pmA survey indicating mixed views on Church teaching among self-identified Catholics shows the “difficult challenge” facing Christ’s followers, but also offers a reminder of the need for fidelity, one commenter says.
'Gimme Shelter' movie could inspire pro-woman advocacy
Feb 13, 2014 / 15:36 pm'Pro-life advocates say the portrayal of pregnancy care centers in the film “Gimme Shelter” should inspire concrete action to support pregnant women in crisis pregnancies, and their children.
Priest lauds temporary halt of Washington death penalty
Feb 13, 2014 / 02:04 amGov. Jay Inslee of Washington state has issued a moratorium or temporary prohibition on executions, drawing praise from a priest who has written against the death penalty.
Street evangelization group finds success in personal encounters
Feb 12, 2014 / 17:20 pmA leader with a Michigan-based street evangelization group says that anyone can evangelize simply by fearlessly sharing the truth about Jesus with those they encounter.
Translator predicts Benedict XVI's legacy as a great teacher
Feb 11, 2014 / 17:07 pmA former translator of Benedict XVI has predicted that the retired pontiff’s legacy will only grow, given the “wonderful freshness” and clarity of his writings.
LA editorial wrong on birth control, Catholic women charge
Feb 6, 2014 / 17:02 pmWomen medical experts, theologians and writers joined voices in rejecting a Los Angeles Times editorial by a prominent birth control advocate who criticized Catholic morality and claimed that nuns should take birth control for their health.
Rice bowl app aims to engage Catholics in Lent, fight hunger
Feb 6, 2014 / 04:19 amCatholic Relief Services’ annual Rice Bowl Program has added a new mobile app and a social media-based photo challenge to help Catholics observe Lent and to boost participation in efforts to fight hunger.
Catholic press shares mission of saving souls, new LA editor says
Feb 4, 2014 / 16:35 pmJohn David Long-Garcia, the new editor-in-chief of the Los Angeles archdiocese’s The Tidings Corp., says he hopes to build on Catholic newspapers’ mission of bringing people “closer to God and closer to each other.”
Apply Olympic spirit to your faith, Catholic writer advises
Jan 31, 2014 / 02:01 amThose who have put discipline and hard work into sports – whether an Olympic gold medal or a fifth grade tournament – help show how Catholics should dedicate themselves to their faith, the author of a new book has said.
Denver archbishop to say Mass for Broncos’ Super Bowl team
Jan 30, 2014 / 02:04 amArchbishop Samuel Aquila of Denver will say Mass for the Denver Broncos in New Jersey the night before the Feb. 2 championship game of the National Football League.
Opus Dei bishop showed 'enormous faith,' biographer says
Jan 28, 2014 / 04:21 amThe upcoming beatification of Opus Dei lead prelate Bishop Alvaro del Portillo brings to prominence a man of deep faith and love of God, according to his biographer.
New app aims to enliven Scriptures, boost accessibility
Jan 28, 2014 / 00:03 amA new app featuring the full text and dramatic readings of the Bible is drawing praise from Catholic clergy who say it can help more people read or hear the Scriptures no matter where they are.
Church in New Mexico criticizes assisted suicide ruling
Jan 24, 2014 / 02:02 amA New Mexico judge was wrong to rule that there is a “right” to doctor-assisted suicide for terminally ill patients, a spokesman for the New Mexico Catholic bishops has said.
Fidelity urged amid Seattle school's 'gay marriage' controversy
Jan 15, 2014 / 11:46 amControversy over a Seattle-area Catholic school’s treatment of employees who contract same-sex “marriages” is being described as a chance for the school to explain Church teaching and defend the faith.
Scottish official rejects sex ed guidelines for Catholic schools
Jan 15, 2014 / 04:10 amA Scottish Catholic education leader is “confident” the government’s proposal for sex education in Catholic schools regarding contraception and homosexual unions will not be implemented.
Ethicist: Texas end-of-life debate must consider unborn child
Jan 10, 2014 / 12:07 pmDebate over requiring life support for a reportedly brain-dead pregnant woman should remember both the imperative not to provide excessive care and the personhood of the unborn child, a bioethicist says.
New book examines 'vibrant' revival of US Catholicism
Jan 10, 2014 / 04:18 amThe story of the U.S. Catholic Church in the early 21st century is one of excitement and renewal, say two authors of a book that examines successful dioceses, bishops and priests.
Catholic Charities helps Midwest poor through cold weather
Jan 7, 2014 / 04:02 amAs intense cold weather in the Midwest nears record low temperatures, local Catholic Charities affiliates are reaching out to those who are most in need.