CNA rolls out ‘Pope Benedictions’ Facebook page – CNA STAFF, Feb 4, 2011 / 05:20 pm ( CNA ).- Catholic News Agency has launched a new initiative on Facebook to share the words, thoughts and teachings of Pope Benedict
New iPhone app aims to help Catholics go to Confession – South Bend, Ind., Feb 4, 2011 / 03:01 am ( CNA ).- Developers of a new “confession helper” iPhone application say they found inspiration in Pope Benedict XVI’s call for
Ilocos Norte’s heritage Church undergoes revival – LAOAG, Ilocos Norte, Feb. 4, 2011—A painstaking restoration job is underway in Ilocos Norte, the rebuilding of San Jose de Dingras Church, a 15th century-old building
God Given or Government Given Rights? – “We hold these Truths to be self-evident, that all Men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are
Mom Jailed For Not Writing Absent Notes – Maybe we should start homeschooling our five children. Although the idea of my wife getting dragged off to the slammer for a few hours for failure to write absent notes
Now That’s Funny – Yesterday I wrote an open letter to New Advent’s Editor Kevin Knight complaining that Patrick has his picture up next to his column while I never do. Check out what
Planned Parenthood Must Hate Lila Rose – In the latest episode of pro-lifers favorite sitcom “When Lila Rose Attacks: The Planned Parenthood Chronicles” a massive but intentional miscommunication occurs where
Anglican-Catholic Dialogue Enters New Phase – The official dialogue between the Catholic Church and the Anglican Communion– the Anglican Roman Catholic International Commission (ARCIC)– will begin a new round of
Papal Audiences for Feb 4 – VATICAN CITY, 4 FEB 2011 (VIS) – The Holy Father today received in separate audiences: – Cardinal George Pell, archbishop of Sydney, Australia. – Bishop Felix Genn of
Plenary Of Supreme Tribunal Of The Apostolic Signatura – VATICAN CITY, 4 FEB 2011 (VIS) – This morning in the Vatican, Benedict XI received participants in the plenary assembly of the Supreme Tribunal of the Apostolic
Are You a Group Fitness Fan? – Robyn Lee: Finding motivation to exercise | If you noticed, many of us are writing about the snow and being stuck indoors. I have a normal tendency to hibernate in the
Burst! – Rebecca Teti: | One of our ads at the top right reminded me to post this recollection of a priest with an out-sized personality and a heart to go with who made a lasting
Communicating and Supporting – Lisa Hendey: Join us for this week’s podcast! | On this week’s episode of the Faith & Family Live Cast (click here to listen or click on the player above), Sarah,
Family Feasts – Arwen Mosher: Do you celebrate? How? | When I checked my email this morning, I got a happy surprise – several messages wishing our son a happy feast day. We commemorate
Pillows, Eye Masks, and Carry-Ons, Oh My! – Hallie Lord: adorable travel accessories | So … who’s coming to the Faith and Family Mom’s Day Away with me? I’d so love to meet you all in person! Since I’ll be
Readin’ and Writin’ and More – Danielle Bean: Coffee Talk: Education | (Join each day’s Coffee Talk discussion: Mon: Parenting; Tues: Open Forum; Wed: NFP; Thu: Marriage; Fri: Education; Sat/Sun:
Superbowl Snacks – Rachel Balducci: What’re you making? | Are you geared up for the big game on Sunday? If food is a big part of your scene, tell us what you’re making! Food Network had a
What I Say to Mary – Simcha Fisher: a mother’s prayer | Good bye, guys, good bye! Have a good day—have a good hike! It’s gonna feel so good to get to the top of that mountain! I got you
Today on Kresta – February 4, 2011 – Talking about the “things that matter most” on Feb. 4 Live From Legatus Summit in Naples, FL 4:00 – Daughters of Mary, Mother of Our Hope In 2008 Rosalind Moss, author,
Battle to De-Fund Abortion, Obamacare Starts Next Week – The battle to stop all federal taxpayer funding of abortions, and to ensure the Obamacare health care reform law does not allow abortion funding, starts in hearings in
Soros’ Strategy Call Helps Planned Parenthood on Videos – Media Matters for America, a liberal “media watchdog” front group run founded and supported by liberal billionaire scion George Soros has staged a conference call with
Virginia Planned Parenthood: Sex Trafficking Tapes a Hoax – Stung by four tapes clearing showing its staff members assisting two people claiming to run a sex trafficking ring and wanting to get abortions for the young girls they
Commentary on February 3 News – by Steve Jalsevac LifeSiteNews reports often depend on credible information tips from readers. We have gained a trusted reputation for respecting all confidences, when
French High Court Upholds Traditional Marriage – By Susan Brinkmann, OCDS Staff Journalist The usual demand by proponents of same-sex marriage for “equality” fell flat last week as the French Constitutional Council,
Landlord Sues to Prevent Abortions in Business Park – By Susan Brinkmann, OCDS Staff Journalist The landlord of a business park in Wichita, Kansas is suing an abortionist to prevent her from using their office space to
NJ Governor Denies Funds to Planned Parenthood – By Susan Brinkmann, OCDS Staff Journalist In the wake of a scandal surrounding the cover up of child sex trafficking in a New Jersey Planned Parenthood, Governor Chris
A Greek Troparion in the Latin liturgy for Candlemas – Guest article by Henri de Velliers On February 2nd, the Churches of East and West celebrated the Purification of the Blessed Virgin Mary and the Presentation of Jesus in
The ‘lost generation’ everyone seems to miss – By Mary DeTurris Poust About three years ago, I started giving workshops entitled: “The Lost Generation: Reaching Out to Adult Catholics Disconnected from the Faith.”
From Cocaine to Catholic – Rob Grassley wrote his conversion story and posted it here. It was very popular. Now he wrote a letter to a friend explaining in simple terms why he became Catholic —
#498 – The First Day – “Stories from the Heart” is a daily radio program which features Catholic inspirational stories. The stories are uplifting, bringing the heart and soul closer to God. Each show is around 14 minutes.
The Yin and Yang of Catholic Young – It is fascinating to ponder the Taoist idea of Yin and Yang – the notion of an eternal cycle that grows to a fullness that must then transition to something else. I
Why Tyranny Fears Art – About ten years ago, maybe longer, I read an interview with U2’s Bono, and he said (paraphrasing from memory) “art and lovemaking are the ways to touch God.” I think he
A first fruit of the provisions of Anglicanorum coetibus – For your Brick by Brick and Pope of Christian Unity files. A first fruit of the provisions of Anglicanorum coetibus. Do you remember the story about the number of people
An award site. Will you help WDTPRS? – At this point one Catholic blog has a pretty good chance of coming out on top in the Religion category of the Blogger’s Choice Award. Take a look at the line up (by
Birettiquette revisited – A priest friend lately asked me about how to handle a biretta while in choir. This only the first time I have been asked about birettas in the last days. Therefore, I
The Feeder Feed: caged in the museum edition – Yesterday I felt compelled by a Strong Inner Voice to visit the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Some old/news stuff is back, btw. More on that elsewhere. In any event, I
Catholic bishop urges prayer to prevent civil war in Egypt – Rome, Italy, Feb 4, 2011 / 02:50 pm ( CNA ).- Coptic Catholic Bishop Youhannes Ezzat Zakaria Badir of Luxor-Tebe in Egypt said that since the outbreak of massive
