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New missal: Dozens of short, new phrases for people in the pews
WASHINGTON (CNS) — When the first Sunday of Advent arrives Nov. 27 and English-language Masses in the United States are all supposed to follow the updated language in the third edition of the Roman Missal, people’s tongues will undoubtedly trip over some of the changes.
Embryos can’t be destroyed, pontiff says
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — In rejecting research using embryonic stem cells, the Catholic Church is not trying to impede science or delay treatment that can save lives, Pope Benedict XVI said.
Deacon Bob Regan served people in Hope for 25 years
Deacon Robert “Bob” V. Regan, a member of Our Lady of Good Hope Church in Hope, died Nov. 3. He was 85.
Rare quake hits Oklahoma Catholic college
WASHINGTON (CNS) — A turret fell from the main building at St. Gregory’s University in Shawnee, Okla., during a rare earthquake the night of Nov. 5.
Study: Go to church, have better outlook on life
WASHINGTON (CNS) — Past studies have shown that those who attend religious services at least weekly tend to live longer and healthier lives. Now, new research indicates that frequent churchgoers also face those additional years with more optimism and greater social support than other people.
Chief: Chaplains care for religious, morale needs of soldiers
ARLINGTON, Va. (CNS) — Soldiers “are making life and death decisions” every day in Iraq and Afghanistan, and military chaplains “are out there in the field with them day in and day out,” said the Catholic priest who is the new Army chief of chaplains.
Pope to outline Church’s pastoral direction in Africa during trip
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope Benedict XVI is making his second trip as pope to Africa in mid-November, spending three days in Benin and presenting an important document on the future of the Church on the continent.
Life’s coils teach us about the Trinity and how we are wound within
How can I live a life inside of the Trinity? This is a question I ask myself often. To live a life in communion with God would be living a Trinitarian life, but it can’t be a momentary feeling that I get in prayer. (Understanding our Church, Seeds of Faith)
How has your Catholic faith improved your life?
“Catholic faith improved my life by teaching me that there is more than just me in the world. You do not always have to focus on yourself …” (Youthspeak, Seeds of Faith)
Rethinking the Second Commandment: It’s a lot more than just cursing
I was wandering around the Internet the other day, preparing for a talk, when I ran across the most fascinating discussion. (Columns)
All organizations must unite to stop abuse
For nearly a decade, the Catholic Church has publicly acknowledged its shortcomings when dealing with child sexual abuse. We have confessed, prayed, studied, educated and trained. (Editorial)
