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Papal nuncio asks governor to commute eight death sentences
The pope’s personal representative in the United States has asked Gov. Asa Hutchinson to commute the death sentences of eight men scheduled for execution. (Updated)
Synod members: Take a positive approach to families
VATICAN CITY — The first week of the Synod of Bishops on the family ended with near unanimous calls to be more positive in describing family life today and to show more appreciation for Catholic families living close to the Church’s ideals. But there were also widespread questions among synod participants about the work they are expected to produce.
Roses from heaven
First-graders at St. Theresa School in Little Rock receive flowers at a special assembly Aug. 31. The sisters of the Carmel of St. Teresa of Jesus provided … (Photo)
There are many paths to God’s will in our lives
Is God’s will really so specific that it dictates one and only one choice for every decision we’re faced with? We tend to think that if our decisions turn out well, to our way of thinking, then we must have done God’s will. But that’s not necessarily true. (Understanding our Church, Seeds of Faith)
What’s something you’d like to do in the Church someday?
“I would like to lector at Mass when I grow up. I would like to be a lector because I love reading. And I really love reading in front of crowds! I like reading about …” (Youthspeak, Seeds of Faith)
Stephen Colbert: Late-night TV’s voice for Catholicism
WASHINGTON — Sometimes in the entertainment industry, it’s not always easy to tell who’s Catholic and who’s not.
Encounter God in the year of mercy by going to confession
The parking lot tells a lot about the pulse of a place. I can tell you which restaurants are popular in a town only by looking at parking lots. (Columns)
State executions aren’t worth it
Arkansas was ramping up to begin executions again. Eight in total over the next four months. They secured the drugs but wouldn’t release the drug manufacturer and supplier’s names as required by state law. (Editorial)
