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CBS: SNAP’s David Clohessy Could Face Jail Time
What Does the Prayer Really Say? - Jan 3, 2012 at 8:41 pm From CBS with my emphases and comments:
SNAP’s David Clohessy Could Face Jail Time
ST. LOUIS–(KMOX)–The director of the Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests says he may...
Iowa Caucus Open Thread
Creative Minority Report - Jan 3, 2012 at 8:21 pm We will post updates and comments here. Feel free to post your thoughts as well.9:27 PM ET: Via Weasel Zippers. Over 50% of those under age of 30 are going for Ron Paul.Ah, to be...
Pope says Christians should look to new year with hope and pray for peace
The Catholic Spirit (St. Paul, MN) - Jan 3, 2012 at 6:19 pm Christians should look toward the New Year with hope and a commitment to working for justice and peace, Pope Benedict XVI said.
“God is love. He is just and peaceable, and anyone...
Happy (Belated) New Year & Resolutions
Journey of a Catholic Nerd Writer - Jan 3, 2012 at 6:17 pm This is one of my favorite shots from this NYE celebrations in London. I didn't take it (I was, sadly, stuck in L.A.) but I found it on tumblr. Sorry for the belated New Year post...
Benilde-St. Margaret’s school community prays for injured hockey player, family
The Catholic Spirit (St. Paul, MN) - Jan 3, 2012 at 6:03 pm
Jablonski
Jack Jablonski, a sophomore at Benilde-St. Margaret’s School in St. Louis Park, was seriously injured in a junior varsity hockey game Dec. 30 and is partially paralyzed...
In Preparation for Epiphany 2012
Rorate Coeli - Jan 3, 2012 at 6:01 pm Adoration of the Magi by Jacopo Bassano, 1542
1. The Latin and English texts of the "Noveritis" or "Epiphany Proclamation" of movable feasts (formally known as De Publicatione...
Facebook Removes, Restores Illegal Self-Abortion Instructions
LifeNews.com - Jan 3, 2012 at 5:51 pm The pro-abortion movement is riled up today about an image an international activist posted on her Facebook account instructing women how to dangerously misuse a pill meant for...
Pope explains how sickness can draw people closer to Jesus
Catholic News Agency - General - Jan 3, 2012 at 5:40 pm Vatican City, Jan 3, 2012 / 06:40 pm (CNA/EWTN News).- The suffering people experience when they are sick can help them grow closer to Jesus, Pope Benedict XVI said in his message...
Put your money where it can enrich you and your favorite Catholic school
The Catholic Spirit (St. Paul, MN) - Jan 3, 2012 at 5:28 pm Get ready to buy a raffle ticket and support a Catholic school near you.
Fourteen Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis are participating in this year’s...
Pro-Life Review of Top 10 Bioethics Stories from 2011
LifeNews.com - Jan 3, 2012 at 5:28 pm Reflecting on 2011, I began thinking of the 5 events in biotechnology that were the greatest threats to the sanctity of human life. True to my mission though, I couldn’t just talk...
Millions took part in 2011 papal events
Catholic News Agency - General - Jan 3, 2012 at 5:26 pm Vatican City, Jan 3, 2012 / 06:26 pm (CNA/Europa Press).- Over 2.5 million people took part in various Vatican events with Pope Benedict in 2011, outdoing the numbers reported...
Engaged couples wanted at Jan. 14 retreat in Albertville
The Catholic Spirit (St. Paul, MN) - Jan 3, 2012 at 4:58 pm St. Michael parish in St. Michael is inviting engaged couples from other parishes in the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis to attend a “God’s Plan for a Joy-Filled Marriage...
Cathedral to reap rewards from big event
The Catholic Spirit (St. Paul, MN) - Jan 3, 2012 at 4:34 pm
Promotional poster for Crashed Ice event. (Courtesy of Red Bull)
Although the Cathedral of St. Paul will be challenged by detours, noisy crowds and limited parking during the Red...
Blog problems today?
What Does the Prayer Really Say? - Jan 3, 2012 at 4:23 pm I have had a couple notes today from readers who report that the blog is hanging or crashing.
Anyone having problems? Lemme know what’s going on.
Mere Moonshine
Making Things Visible - Jan 3, 2012 at 4:02 pm If you haven't guessed, I am leaning toward Ron Paul. For a couple of simple reasons. He has never changed his opinion about government or policy. It has always been firmly rooted...
Raped Mom Who Chose Adoption Meets Daughter 77 Years Later
LifeNews.com - Jan 3, 2012 at 3:59 pm Minka Disbrow has lived for most of her live not knowing what happened to the daughter she placed for adoption after becoming a rape victim in 1928 and refusing to have an illegal...
Muslims Kill Santa!!!
Creative Minority Report - Jan 3, 2012 at 3:59 pm A gang of adherents to the religion of peace have killed Santa Claus. Word has it they're next to target elves and magical reindeer.The Voice of Russia reports:In Dushanbe, a...
Students with Autism find iPads suit their special needs
Archdiocese of Saint Louis - Jan 3, 2012 at 3:56 pm By Sue Brown, Director of Marketing and Community Relations
Students and teachers of St. Gemma Center for Autism have found high-tech help with their communication challenges...
Music Lover Prayers Answered: Google Music
Catholic Tech Talk - Articles - Jan 3, 2012 at 3:49 pm Ever since I was a kid I have loved music. I remember spending hours sifting through and listening to 45′s (yes, I’m that old). Later on, like many people, I amassed the large...
