Dec
17
Benedict XVI Calls for “Human Ecology”
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Urges Replacing Violence With Solidarity
Benedict XVI says a “human ecology” is urgently needed, so that the evils of violence and oppression can be replaced with honesty, solidarity and concord.The Pope affirmed this Thursday to Suhail Khalil Shuhaiber, Kuwait’s new ambassador to the Holy See, noting the country “has overcome the devastating effects of violence and [...]
Dec
17
Rethinking the Legalization of Drugs
December 17, 2007 | 1 Comment
Tide Now Favors Treatment
By Father John Flynn, LCThe recent death of a prominent Irish model, Katy French, has received widespread media attention. Her death was attributed to cocaine taken during a party. Two young men also died in past days in Ireland due to cocaine consumed at a party.
Father Martin Crowe, the priest who presided [...]
Dec
17
Evangelization an Invitation “to Freedom”
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Vatican Aide Comments on Note From Doctrinal Congregation
Evangelization is an invitation “in freedom and to freedom,” not an imposition, affirmed the director of the Vatican press office, commenting on a document from the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith.Jesuit Father Federico Lombardi spoke about Friday’s “Doctrinal Note on Some Aspects of Evangelization,” on “Octava [...]
Dec
17
Priest Stabbed in Turkey
December 17, 2007 | Leave a Comment
An Italian priest was stabbed in the stomach at the end of Mass, the latest victim of violence against Christians in Turkey.
A police spokesman told the Reuters news agency that Capuchin Father Adriano Franchini, the superior of the Custody of Turkey, was expected to survive. Three people were arrested as suspects.
The stabbing occurred in the [...]
Dec
17
Rejoice! The Lord Is Near
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Gospel Commentary for 3rd Sunday of Advent
By Father Raniero Cantalamessa, OFM CapLet us take the point of departure for our reflection from what Jesus says to the disciples of John to reassure them he is the Messiah: “Glad tidings are announced to the poor.”
The Gospel is a message of joy: The liturgy proclaims this on [...]
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