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The song the Father sings
Many years ago, I was preparing to speak at a women’s conference, the topic of which was strengthening our Christian friendships. About two days before my talk — I was just putting a few finishing touches on it — I suddenly started to get this nagging feeling that I was to include a section on loneliness. It would take some reworking.
High court to examine religious liberty, foster care by same-sex couples
The U.S. Supreme Court announced Feb. 24 that in its next term it will examine if the city of Philadelphia can exclude a Catholic social services agency from the city’s foster care program because the agency will not accept same-sex couples as foster parents.
Bishops want end to poisonous attacks that immobilize Zambians
The Zambian bishops’ conference called for an immediate end to attacks in which people are sprayed with poisonous substances to immobilize them.
As COVID-19 spreads, Holy Land Catholics concerned, but sites still open
After Israel reported that 18 people from a recent South Korean tour group were infected with COVID-19, a coronavirus, a spokesman for the Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem said officials were concerned how the diagnosis would affect Lenten and Easter pilgrimages.
Pope recognizes miracle in sainthood cause of young tech whiz
Pope Francis formally recognized a miracle attributed to the intercession of Carlo Acutis, a 15-year-old Italian teenager who the pope has said is a role model for young men and women today.
Florida bishops call parental consent measure ‘common-sense legislation’
Florida’s Catholic bishops Feb. 20 said a bill passed by the Legislature requiring girls under 18 to get a parent’s consent before having an abortion is “common-sense legislation” and they look forward to Gov. Ron DeSantis signing it into law.
Jean Vanier had ‘manipulative’ sexual relationships with six women
The investigation reports “sincere and consistent testimony covering the period 1970-2005” from six adults, none of whom had disabilities.
Wage theft: An underreported crime
A rising tide lifts all boats, according to the popular economic adage.
One year after abuse summit, Church reviews progress, additional needs
Since Pope Francis convened a historic summit at the Vatican one year ago to address clergy sex abuse and accountability, much has been done, but advocates say more is needed.
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