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Pontiff Lauds Artisans Confederation

April 3, 2007 | Leave a Comment

Says They Rightly Place Priority of Man Over Work
Work must always have as its goal “the true progress of the human person” and the common good, Benedict XVI says.
The Pope said that when meeting with the General Confederation of Italian Artisans and their families, who were celebrating the 60th anniversary of the organization.
Addressing some 7,000 […]

Apr

3

Church in Qatar Nearing Completion

April 3, 2007 | Leave a Comment

1st to Be Built Since the 7th Century
The construction of the first Catholic church to be built in Qatar since the seventh century is set for completion by year-end.
The Church of Our Lady of the Rosary will stand in the south of the capital city, which overlooks the Persian Gulf.
According to the future pastor, Father […]

Apr

3

Christ the King vs. Brave New Family in Puerto Rico

April 3, 2007 | Leave a Comment

You have probably heard little or nothing in the U.S. media about the fact that Puerto Rico is right now facing an extremely radical legislative project attacking traditional norms of marriage, human life, and family. So you may find this little report of interest.
Back in the 1950s and 60s, this island was used as a […]

Apr

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Saint of the Day - Saint Richard of Chichester

April 3, 2007 | Leave a Comment

Saint Richard of Chichester (1253)
He was a much-loved English bishop who was persecuted by King Henry III. By his courage, simplicity and poverty, he triumphed over all his enemies. He preached one of the crusades against the Turks. There were eight great crusades, waged by the Catholics to protect the sacred places in the Holy […]