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In Britain, despite protests, pontiff gets a fair hearing
LONDON (CNS) — In terms of his primary objectives — preaching the Gospel to his flock and defending the influence of religion in society — Pope Benedict XVI can look at his four-day visit to Great Britain as a major success.
Celebrating our priests
Bishop Anthony B. Taylor celebrates a Mass Sept. 14 at the Cathedral of St. Andrew in Little Rock to honor six priests who are celebrating jubilees. (Arkansas Catholic photo)
Dress code: Aide deciphers apparel for nonliturgical events
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — When a pope attends a public event like a general audience in St. Peter’s Square or meets a head of state in the papal apartment, he’s not exactly free to “wing it” with his wardrobe. His choice of outfit is dictated by a precise protocol.
Obituaries
Julia Mae Hart Campbell, 90, a member of Our Lady of the Holy Souls Church in Little Rock, died Aug. 29.
First meet
The Little Rock Parochial League held its first cross country meet Sept. 1 at Two Rivers Park in Little Rock. The event was a 2-mile run. The top three finishers in girls division were … (Sports)
Reading ‘Nine Lives’ helps one understand religious diversity
In a religiously plural world, learning about other religions is good. “Nine Lives: In Search of the Sacred in Modern India” explores religions in the hugely culturally diverse subcontinent of India. The exploration is accomplished not by an abstract detailing of the religions but by introducing nine people whose religious practices are a focal point of their lives. (Book Review)
Gratitude is the fruit of life’s struggle
Sometime after his 70th birthday, Morris West wrote an autobiography which he titled, “A View from the Ridge.” By ridge, he meant the angle that 70 years of living had given him. (Seeds of Faith, Father Ronald Rolheiser)
Our words are powerful; choose them wisely
Words have a lot of power. We can use words to offer hope, mend wounds and respectfully challenge others to reassess their views and opinions. Or we can use words — as we too often do — as weapons to hurt and demean others. (Opinions)
