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Synod’s Proposals Narrowed to 53

October 21, 2008 | Leave a Comment

In the 20th general congregation of the world Synod of Bishops on the Word of God, celebrated this morning, 53 proposals were presented to the assembly for analysis.
According to what was explained by Cardinal Marc Ouellet, archbishop of Quebec and relator-general of the synod, initially 254 proposals were turned in. The list of 53 is [...]

Oct

21

Law Not Enough to Protect Dignity, Says Holy See

October 21, 2008 | 1 Comment

Though law is not sufficient to protect human dignity, it is an indispensable instrument in furthering this cause, says the Holy See.
This was the observation made by Archbishop Celestino Migliore, permanent observer of the Holy See to the United Nations, at the 63rd U.N. General Assembly on Oct. 14.
The prelate initially noted that “the rule [...]

Oct

21

“Sub Secreto” Propositions

October 21, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Synod Fathers Walking the Walk
By Father Thomas Rosica, CSB
There was definitely a mood of expectancy in the air this morning as we met in general congregation in the upper room (of the Paul VI Hall) for the third week of the world Synod of Bishops on “The Word of God in the Life and Mission [...]

Oct

21

Cardinal Sees Synod Calling for Conversion

October 21, 2008 | Leave a Comment

According to a Honduran cardinal, the world Synod of Bishops is promoting a “pastoral conversion,” ranging from elements such as better homilies to a more missionary spirit.
Cardinal Óscar Rodríguez Maradiaga, archbishop of Tegucigalpa and president of Caritas Internationalis, gave a review today for the press of the work the assembly has done since it got [...]

Oct

21

Pontiff Reproaches Scientific Arrogance

October 21, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Scientists are not always governed by the pursuit of the well-being and progress of humanity, but sometimes by “easy gain” and the arrogance of taking God’s place, Benedict XVI says.
The Pope made these remarks Thursday in an audience with participants from the international “Faith in Reason” conference that was held Thursday through Sunday at the [...]

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