Catholic says nation in need of prayer, creates ‘Rosary for the USA’

Catholic says nation in need of prayer, creates ‘Rosary for the USA’

Yrique said he designed the Rosary for the United States of America through prayer, often waking in the middle of the night to compose the intentions.

Kid Icarus: Uprising

Kid Icarus: Uprising

Absence, we’re told, makes the heart grow fonder; and familiarity breeds contempt. If so, there will likely be much yearning and little distaste on the part of fans for “Kid Icarus: Uprising”

2012 Graduation

2012 Graduation

Meet this year’s grads

St. Thomas president Father Dennis Dease announces retirement

St. Thomas president Father Dennis Dease announces retirement

Father Dease, the second-longest-tenured president in St. Thomas’ 127-year history, announced May 10 that he will retire in June 2013.

Catholic leaders reject Obama’s support for same-sex marriage

Catholic leaders reject Obama’s support for same-sex marriage

“We cannot be silent in the face of words or actions that would undermine the institution of marriage, the very cornerstone of our society,” said Cardinal Timothy Dolan of New York, president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops.


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Archdiocesan Youth Day aims to fire up faith of young Catholics

Archdiocesan Youth Day aims to fire up faith of young Catholics

World Youth Day celebrations are well-known for bringing together throngs of enthusiastic pilgrims from around the world and igniting the flame of faith in their hearts. This fall, the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis is hoping to bring a flavor of the international WYD experience to the Twin Cities.

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Rally for religious freedom on June 8

Rally for religious freedom on June 8

Join Bishop John LeVoir of New Ulm and other leaders in front of the federal courthouse in Minneapolis for a rally for religious freedom at noon Friday, June 8.

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The Dictator

The Dictator

Given the graphically scatological and sexually degrading humor comedian Sacha Baron Cohen showcased in his two previous feature films it would seem a tad unrealistic to hope that his latest picture, might avoid an unwholesome hat trick.

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Georgetown criticized for having Sebelius speak at commencement event

Georgetown criticized for having Sebelius speak at commencement event

The Archdiocese of Washington issued a statement May 15 strongly criticizing Georgetown University for selecting Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius as a featured speaker at an awards ceremony during its commencement week ceremonies.

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Obama ‘accommodation’ offers no fundamental change, USCCB attorneys say

Obama ‘accommodation’ offers no fundamental change, USCCB attorneys say

Although the Obama administration’s proposed “accommodation” for religious employers to the mandate that contraceptives and sterilization be included in most health plans “may create an appearance of moderation and compromise,” it does not change the administration’s fundamental position, attorneys for the U.S. bishops said in comments filed May 15.

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European scholars: Church could be player in solving economic crisis

European scholars: Church could be player in solving economic crisis

While there is no roadmap to solving Europe’s economic crisis, the Catholic Church — with its history of serving the poor — can help in the face of government austerity measures, longtime observers said.

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At audience, pope says work should help, not hinder, family life

At audience, pope says work should help, not hinder, family life

Work obligations should not harm a person’s family relationships but should provide support, giving couples the resources to have and raise children and spend time together

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Vatican today — May 16, 2012

Vatican today — May 16, 2012

• Prayer in the Letters of St. Paul
• Benedict XVI:Work Should not be an Obstacle to the Family
• Communique on the Society of St. Pius X
• Audiences
• Notice

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Traditionalists and Rome strike contrasting notes on Jews

Traditionalists and Rome strike contrasting notes on Jews

Of all the controversies associated with the traditionalist Society of St. Pius X, no topic provokes stronger reactions inside or outside the church than the question of the society’s attitude toward Jews.

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Bishops: Canadians experience ‘worrisome erosion’ of religious rights

Bishops: Canadians experience ‘worrisome erosion’ of religious rights

Canadian religious groups are “experiencing a worrisome erosion” of freedom of conscience and religious freedom — universal rights that face increasing threats around the world, said the Canadian bishops.

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Vatican, Benetton reach out-of-court settlement over kissing-pope ad

Vatican, Benetton reach out-of-court settlement over kissing-pope ad

“The Holy See didn’t want to ask for financial compensation, but instead wished to obtain moral compensation by (Benetton) recognizing the harm caused and to assert its determination to protect, even though legal means, the image of the pope,” Father Lombardi said.

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Vatican today — May 15, 2012

Vatican today — May 15, 2012

• Pope to visit Milan for World Meeting of Families
• Unlawful use of Pope’s image: Benetton retraction
• Caritas in the Mediterranean: Dialogue between two shores
• Other Pontifical Acts

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A more polished diamond

A more polished diamond

Heavy rains drove people into the gymnasium at Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Maplewood on May 5 for the Spring Festival Ball Field Improvement Appreciation Ceremony

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Vatican today — May 14, 2012

Vatican today — May 14, 2012

• Pope in Arezzo: Forment a culture of solidarity
• Regina Coeli: Resist the temptation to become discouraged
• Honesty and disinterested altruism must give new flavor to civil society
• Sacred music is an expression of the faith of the church
• Audiences
• Other Pontifical Acts

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Daily Scriptures — Sunday, May 13 – Sunday, May 27

Daily Scriptures — Sunday, May 13 – Sunday, May 27

Sunday, May 13
Sixth Sunday of Easter
Acts 10:25-26, 34-35, 44-48
1 John 4:7-10
John 15:9-17

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Viewing of St. Paul the Apostle relic set for May 20 at Cathedral

Viewing of St. Paul the Apostle relic set for May 20 at Cathedral

Veneration of the relic — a stone removed from St. Paul’s tomb — will occur around the Mass times that day.

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Catholic graduation ceremonies, dates and times

Catholic graduation ceremonies, dates and times

Scheduled graduation events around the archdiocese

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