"In a word, by focusing our eyes on Christ, the Rosary also makes us peacemakers in the world. By its nature as an insistent choral petition in harmony with Christ's invitation to 'pray ceaselessly' (Lk. 18:1), the Rosary allows us to hope that, even today, the difficult 'battle' for peace can be won."
Pope John Paul II
For Reflection:
Do I truly believe that my prayer of the Rosary can be used by God to bring peace to the world? Why or why not? Am I willing to give it a try, in conjunction with so many others, so that this culture might be reclaimed for Christ Jesus? I will pray for generosity of heart.
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By Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
Staff Journalist
A spokesman for the Catholic Church in Egypt is claiming that the army and police "used" a mob of street fighters to carry out an attack on thousands of peaceful Christian demonstrators in Cairo this past weekend that left more than 25 dead and 200 injured.
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Commentary by Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
Staff Journalist
Even though the mainstream media loves to make comparisons between Tea Party rallies and the new Occupy Wall Street protests, a closer look reveals that these two movements could not be more opposite.
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In the wake of the tragic death of Apple founder Steve Jobs from pancreatic cancer last week, questions are being raised about what role his use of alternatives rather than conventional medicine may have played in his early demise.
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"To rediscover the Rosary means to immerse oneself in contemplation of the mystery of Christ who 'is our peace.'
Pope John Paul II
For Reflection:
In numerous apparitions, Mary has encouraged the Catholic faithful to pray the Rosary for peace in the world. How can I cooperate with her message by contemplating the mystery of Christ so that I might have inner peace? What effect could this have in my family, workplace, parish, and world at large?
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By Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
Staff Journalist
Archbishop Jose Gomez of Los Angeles says the signing of AB499, a bill which will allow children as young as 12 years-old to receive vaccinations and other medications to prevent sexually transmitted diseases without the knowledge of their parents, represents a "serious erosion of parental rights in California."
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Go to this link to read Mary Jo Anderson's article on the important topic in Crisis Magazine. It is a subject about which we all need to be concerned.
http://www.crisismagazine.com/2011/39066
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By Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
Staff Journalist
A new survey by polling giant Gallup, Inc. has discovered a surprising new surge in the number of young adults who say the government should "promote traditional values.
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This month is dedicated to Our Lady of the Rosary. A poignant title of Our Lady replete with meaning. As you will discover on our home page (click this title of Our Lady on our slideshow), it is rooted in another title of the Blessed Mother -- Our Lady of Victory. This is a deeply inspiring title and reminds me of yet another title of Mary -- Our Lady of Grace (Feast Day, May 31). Her words to Saint Catherine Laboure, full of promise, echo in my heart. They are words for us to ponder anew in this our day and time.
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By Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
Staff Journalist
Experts are warning that today's poor job market has become a booming market for scam artists who are cashing in on the desperation of unemployed and financially strapped consumers.
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