St. Junipero Serra Mission Vandalized
Just days after being elevated to sainthood by Pope Francis, vandals defaced a statue of St. Junipero Serra at the Carmel Mission in California where the missionary’s remains are buried.
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What Did Francis Think of America?
Pope Francis offered candid reflections about his five-day visit to the United States, saying that he was impressed by the warmth of the American people, and was especially touched by their piety.
New Eating Disorder: Obsession With “Health” Food
A movement is underway to have a new eating disorder that involves an obsessive desire to eat only organic, raw, or natural foods, known as orthorexia, added to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders.
Francis to America: Defend Your Freedoms!
Standing before the birthplace of America, Independence Hall in Philadelphia, Pope Francis delivered a powerful address about the fundamental right of religious freedom while calling upon the immigrant population to “be responsible citizens.”
Pope Evangelizes NYC
Commentary by Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
Pope Francis made the most of his short visit to New York City, bringing the love of Christ into focus for those who struggle to find Him through the everyday hardships and complexities of life.
Dr. Scott Hahn: WMF is a Powerful Renewal of Our Own Identity
Dr. Hahn speaking at Miracullous Medal Shrine on evening of 9/24/15Commentary by Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
The other evening I had the great privilege of accompanying Dr. Scott Hahn from the World Meeting of Families to the nearby Shrine of the Miraculous Medal in Germantown. During the drive there, he shared his thoughts and impressions of the World Meeting of Families.
UN Gets an Earful from Pope Francis
While some criticized Pope Francis for not being more outspoken about abortion during his stay in Washington, DC this week, his speech to the UN was not nearly as nuanced and was laced with stern admonishments about everything from gender theory, abortion, and even the marketing of human tissue in a veiled reference to Planned Parenthood.
Pope Calls for Peace at Ground Zero
The characteristic compassion of Pope Francis shone with a particular brilliance this morning when he stood on Ground Zero in New York City and spoke about the pain and tears of this place where thousands lost their lives in a senseless act of destruction, but also the power of love and remembrance.
Why Hasn't Francis Said Much About Abortion?
While some were disappointed that Pope Francis did not mention abortion by name in his address to Congress, Pope Francis told the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops in Washington, he said that standing up for human life was the primary reason for his visit to this country.
Highlights of Papal Address to Congress
Pope Francis chose not to chide lawmakers during his historic address to Congress yesterday but instead spoke of the greatness of the “land of the free and home of the brave” while touching on a variety of hot topics with his trademark compassion that brought both sides of the aisle to their feet.
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