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Feds: Birth control rule will stand
WASHINGTON — Although Catholic leaders vowed to fight on, the Obama administration has turned down repeated requests from Catholic bishops, hospitals, schools and charitable organizations to revise its religious exemption to the requirement that all health plans cover contraceptives and sterilization free of charge.
As young priest, Father Burkus lived in Communist rule
Father Jonas “John” Burkus, who faced many obstacles as a young priest in Lithuania, died Jan. 19. He was 98. (Obituaries)
Toy Drive
St. John School in Hot Springs donated toys collected at its annual St. Nicholas gift procession to Cooper-Anthony Mercy Child Advocacy Center. Shown are … (Schools photo)
Are national flags allowed for display in church?
Q. Who dictates the display of American flags in church? Some Catholic churches do it, and some don’t. Is it the individual pastor’s decision? What is the rule? (Question Corner, Seeds of Faith)
Bob Roberts knows winter fun with Punxsutawney Phil
ERIE, Pa. — What could be more charming than a small town in Pennsylvania that throws its doors open to the world for a great big party each year in the deepest, darkest days of winter?
But what if I never do find the right husband for me?
My 4-year-old niece, who is without a doubt the most hilarious child I have ever had the pleasure of knowing, spent the night at my house last week. (Columns)
In the news: HHS rules, Roe, payday lenders
Here is our take on what is right and what is wrong in our country. (Editorial)
