At the current rates, the world's Muslim population is expected to double the rate of non-Muslims over the next 20 years.
World Muslim Population to Double by 2030
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PA Couple Could be First Individuals to Challenge ObamaCare Mandate
By Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
Staff Journalist
A federal judge has ruled that a couple from Central Pennsylvania have sufficient standing to challenge the controversial individual healthcare mandate in ObamaCare, making them the first individuals in the U.S. to be able to do so.
Document Drafted by U.S. Bishops in 2000 Said Enneagram "Not Credible"
As the Enneagram continues to seep its way into Catholic parishes, it's interesting to read a document prepared by the U.S. bishops in 2000 which condemned the use of this typing system.
Repeal of ObamaCare Not Dead Yet in Senate
By Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
Staff Journalist
Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY), who is known to be an expert on the Senate's most arcane rules, has already begun a legislative process that will bring the House-passed repeal of ObamaCare to a vote where many nervous Democrats up for re-election in 2012 will be forced to make their position known on the vastly unpopular bill.
New Cosmetic Line Targets 8-12 year-olds
By Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
Staff Journalist
Forcing girls to grow up too fast has become a cottage industry in the United States with Walmart now jumping on the bandwagon by planning to introduce a new cosmetic line that targets tweens with lipstick, blush, mascara and even an anti-aging cream.
Pakistan: Dozens of Christians Forced to Convert to Islam Every Week
By Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
Staff Journalist
Out of fear for their lives, at least 20-25 Christians are converting to Islam every week in Pakistan as a result of increasing persecution of religious minorities in that country.
Neurofeedback is Gaining Respectability
NOTE: This blog was updated in April, 2021
LW writes: "My wife’s therapist has recommended she start Neurofeedback therapy. After seeing a demonstration of what it is I am a little skeptical of how effective it would be. I’ve searched the internet and only see promotions for it and that it’s supposed to be helpful. Can you provide any information, opinion or recommendation for this type of therapy? Would it be considered New Age?"
SOTU: President's Actions Don't Match His Words
Commentary by Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
Staff Journalist
President Obama delivered his second State of the Union address last night and made the usual slate of promises that many pundits are saying do not match his actions.
Expert Sees No Chastity Message in the "Moral Poison" of Twilight
By Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
Staff Journalist
Those who say the popular vampire saga, Twilight, promotes chastity because the main characters don't have sex before they're married, have a superficial understanding of chastity, says a Canadian professor.
Pope: Catholics Using Social Media Must be "Respectful and Sensitive"
By Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
Staff Journalist
In his message for the 45th World Day of Social Communications, Pope Benedict XVI is calling upon Catholic users of Facebook, Twitter, Youtube and bloggers to adopt a "Christian style presence" online that is responsible, honest and discreet.
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