By the time you read this column, legislation to redefine marriage (HF 1054/SF 925) will likely have been passed out of committees in both the Minnesota House and Senate, and sent to the floor of each chamber, where it could receive a full vote at any time.
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We can do better for Minnesota’s homeless youth
Imagine trying to graduate from high school, not knowing where your next meal will come from or where you’ll sleep at night.
Two students are perfect in ACT
Two juniors from St. Thomas Academy in Mendota Heights recorded perfect scores of 36 in the ACT college entrance exam.
Pope Benedict XVI: Pope of peace
When Pope Benedict XVI announced he was abdicating the papacy, the speculation immediately began about the qualifications of the next pope. Many, of course, have strong opinions.
News Notes – February 28, 2013
– MN FoodShare: Parish Lenten food drive opportunity
– Hill-Murray girls take 2nd in state hockey
– Local doctor named Trustee of the Year
Three coaches inducted into CAA Hall of Fame
The Catholic Athletic Association inducted three men into its Hall of Fame Feb. 11 at Mendakota Country Club in Mendota Heights.
Reputation, the Hall of Fame and real character
Not one baseball player was inducted into the Hall of Fame this year. It was a shutout, only the second one in 40 years.
‘Change Begins With Us’ is theme of annual Day on the Hill gathering
Also:
– Our Lady of Fatima Statue to tour archdiocese
– ‘The Voice’ star visits his childhood school
– Providence Academy wins Quiz Bowl tourney
Coming out of the darkness of homelessness and poverty
January is an interesting month as we transition from considerable darkness into the light.
With two wings and one heart, the Church flies
The poor and vulnerable need our unity and are gravely harmed by our divisions and squabbling
Gun control: What does the Church say?
While stricter gun laws are necessary, the bishops emphasize that they are not sufficient alone to curb gun violence
News Notes – January 13, 2013
– Raffle for Catholic schools begins Jan. 18
– Center for Mission sponsors writing contest for students
– Fundraiser for Cathedral restoration to be held during Crashed Ice event
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