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Read the Full Text of the Papal Letter to Angela Merkel, Chancellor of Germany, ahead of the G 20 Summit
Catholic Online - Featured News - Jul 7, 2017 at 12:00 am Pope Francis has sent a letter to Angela Merkel, the Chancellor of Germany, ahead of the G-20 Summit. Here is the full text of his letter.
Salvation Army warns against sex robots, which will hit the market THIS YEAR
Catholic Online - Featured News - Jul 7, 2017 at 12:00 am The Salvation Army is warning the world about sex robots. The Protestant denomination is echoing widespread Christian and ethical concern over the ...
Knowing and Loving Him, Through Her
Word on Fire - Fr. Robert Barron - Jul 7, 2017 at 12:00 am We often hear today the growing disinterest in organized religion, even among believing Christians. However, we must be aware that this distinction between either Jesus, or...
Make a difference with St Vincent’s Care Services
The Catholic Leader - Jul 6, 2017 at 11:05 pm Have you ever considered volunteering, but fear you may be too time-poor or don’t have the right skills to make a difference? If you have just an hour a week to spare and would...
After the Convocation
Integrated Catholic Life - Jul 6, 2017 at 11:04 pm I had the honor last weekend to attend the National Convocation of Catholic Leaders, an unprecedented gathering of diocesan, parish, apostolate, and institutional leaders from...
Daily Reflection—Follow me!
Integrated Catholic Life - Jul 6, 2017 at 11:03 pm As Jesus passed on from there, he saw a man called Matthew sitting at the tax office; and he said to him, “Follow me.” And he rose and followed him. (Matthew 9:9). Today’s Gospel...
Daily Catholic Quote — from Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI
Integrated Catholic Life - Jul 6, 2017 at 11:02 pm “In this world of ours, in which, despite the profession of good intentions, the value of the person, of human dignity and human rights is seriously threatened by the widespread...
Encountering the Word — Philippians 4:6-7
Integrated Catholic Life - Jul 6, 2017 at 11:01 pm “Do not worry about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all...
Hobby Lobby says ignorance led to illegal acquisition of historic artifacts
Aleteia - Jul 6, 2017 at 11:00 pm Justice Department wins concession from crafts store that wants to build Museum of the Bible.Hobby Lobby, the chain of craft stores whose president is planning to build a Museum...
PHOTOS: The most unusual churches in the world
Aleteia - Jul 6, 2017 at 11:00 pm Christians do not lack imagination when it comes to worshiping in the most inaccessible places, or the most improbable buildings.Be it because of the chosen materials or locations...
Vivien Leigh: A star with a secret
Aleteia - Jul 6, 2017 at 11:00 pm Despite her struggle with bipolar disorder, the actress crafted a legendary career.On July 8, 1967 — almost 50 years ago today — Vivien Leigh, one of the greatest stars of...
Saint Maria Goretti, the youngest Saint
Aleteia - Jul 6, 2017 at 11:00 pm Photo of the Day: July 7, 2017ORLAND PARK, IL : Visitors pray over the remains of Saint Maria Goretti, which were displayed at Saint Francis Assisi Church on October 14, 2015 in...
A priest in Aleppo has found hope in the ruins of Syria
Aleteia - Jul 6, 2017 at 11:00 pm Interview with Father Ibrahim Alsabagh: "There is not a single beautiful thing there," and yet the residents love their city.Father Ibrahim Alsabagh is a Damascus-born Franciscan...
What is the most dreaded virtue?
Aleteia - Jul 6, 2017 at 11:00 pm Correcting our misunderstanding of humility, a virtue that leaves us nowhere to hide.Which Scripture verse is most unsettling? Mightn’t a good candidate be Matthew 23:12? “And...
Tour Pope Francis’ “ideal art gallery” in upcoming documentary
Aleteia - Jul 6, 2017 at 11:00 pm Calls artists “custodians” of a beauty that can "heal the many wounds that mark the hearts and souls of the men and women of our day.”When it comes to movies, Pope Francis is very...
25 Helpful tips for overcoming anxiety
Aleteia - Jul 6, 2017 at 11:00 pm Overcoming fears and phobias is not a simple process, but these suggestions can help!Many of us struggle daily with fears and phobias. Some fears are simply inconvenient, like the...
Leading Brisbane catholic education teachers honoured with awards
The Catholic Leader - Jul 6, 2017 at 7:00 pm BRISBANE Catholic Education has recognised its most remarkable teachers at an Excellence in Teaching Awards gala evening. More than 24 finalists were picked from hundreds of...
Are American Christians 'Gnostics' in disguise? Revisiting an odd old theory
GetReligion - Jul 6, 2017 at 6:41 pm NORMAN’S QUESTION:
How do you feel about Professor Harold Bloom’s contention (1992 book) that all American religion is more Gnostic than Christian -- that Americans...
Morning Catholic must-reads: 07/06/17
Catholic Herald - Jul 6, 2017 at 6:01 pm Pope Francis will name the new Archbishop of Milan today, according to Italian media reports (Robert Mickens). Another Mexican priest has been murdered. Cardinal Luis Antonio...
Violinist Jenny Baker brings us an instrumental hymn
Aleteia - Jul 6, 2017 at 6:00 pm What a comforting sound!One of America’s premier violinists, Jenny Baker, has been impressing with her prodigious talent since she was 8 years old. Jenny has released 13 albums;...
