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U.S. Sunday Mass attendance back to pre-pandemic levels
- By Bob Crowley
- One Bread, One Body - Catholic
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I don't know what the figures are here, but from personal observation I'd say much the same about Australian attendances, whether Catholic or Protestant (on those occasions when I've attended my wife's Baptist church). Pews seem to be pretty well occupied, depending on the mass time (eg. Sunday morning masses have greater attendances than Saturday night masses).
People are still getting affected but nowhere near the peak rate. If I've interpreted these figures correctly, in Australia in the past week there have been -
covidlive.com.au
Overall we've carried out about 70 million vaccionations in a population of about 27 million so obviously many of us have had multiple vaccinations.
It will hang around but it seems to have lost its lethality.
People are still getting affected but nowhere near the peak rate. If I've interpreted these figures correctly, in Australia in the past week there have been -
- 585 new reported infections
- Zero deaths
- Zero new active cases (however you define that - admitted to hospital?)
- Zero new vaccinations (?? - seems a bit strange)
Snapshot of Coronavirus Cases in Australia - COVID Live
Live tracking of coronavirus cases, active, tests, deaths, ICU, hospitalisations and vaccinations in Australia
covidlive.com.au
Overall we've carried out about 70 million vaccionations in a population of about 27 million so obviously many of us have had multiple vaccinations.
It will hang around but it seems to have lost its lethality.
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How a Friend Taught Me the Theology of Forgiveness
- By Michie
- One Bread, One Body - Catholic
- 0 Replies
When I struggled to forgive, God whispered one word into my heart. It was the name of a friend who had lived out radical mercy.
Last week, I was struggling mightily with forgiving others.
On Friday morning, I posted something online regarding the unfair characterization of immigrants. I’m not going to quote it; this is not the proper avenue to rehash that discussion. When I posted it, I thought it was relatively innocuous. But it drew significant criticism, and I was hurt by some of these remarks. (I know what you’re thinking, and you’re right: If you post anything on Facebook, you should be emotionally prepared for pushback.)
My hurt was accentuated by the fact that several family members were physically suffering. Without going into much detail, suffice it to say that two days before my post, my daughter had an appointment with a pediatric cardiologist. On the day of my post, my wife had an appointment for an MRI due to a car accident that she has been suffering from since early December. Thus, the comments struck me a little more deeply. And I had a tough time forgiving those who had made these negative posts.
The next morning, I woke up with that same unforgiveness gnawing away at me; a bad night’s sleep hadn’t cured it. But just a few minutes later, before I even had a chance to sip my morning coffee, I received a spark of grace. God put one word — one name — in my mind and heart that melted away my unforgiveness. The word: Echaniz.
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Last week, I was struggling mightily with forgiving others.
On Friday morning, I posted something online regarding the unfair characterization of immigrants. I’m not going to quote it; this is not the proper avenue to rehash that discussion. When I posted it, I thought it was relatively innocuous. But it drew significant criticism, and I was hurt by some of these remarks. (I know what you’re thinking, and you’re right: If you post anything on Facebook, you should be emotionally prepared for pushback.)
My hurt was accentuated by the fact that several family members were physically suffering. Without going into much detail, suffice it to say that two days before my post, my daughter had an appointment with a pediatric cardiologist. On the day of my post, my wife had an appointment for an MRI due to a car accident that she has been suffering from since early December. Thus, the comments struck me a little more deeply. And I had a tough time forgiving those who had made these negative posts.
The next morning, I woke up with that same unforgiveness gnawing away at me; a bad night’s sleep hadn’t cured it. But just a few minutes later, before I even had a chance to sip my morning coffee, I received a spark of grace. God put one word — one name — in my mind and heart that melted away my unforgiveness. The word: Echaniz.
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How a Friend Taught Me the Theology of Forgiveness
When I struggled to forgive, God whispered one word into my heart. It was the name of a friend who had lived out radical mercy.
Bishop Álvarez: ‘I Always Believed in My Liberation and What Sustained Me Was Prayer’
- By Michie
- One Bread, One Body - Catholic
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The Nicaraguan bishop was detained for 17 months in his country, first under house arrest and then in prison.
In an exclusive interview, persecuted Nicaraguan Bishop Rolando Álvarez, bishop of Matagalpa and apostolic administrator of Estelí, shared with EWTN News his experience one year after his release and arrival in Rome.
The Nicaraguan bishop was detained for 17 months in his country, first under house arrest and then in prison, accused by the regime of Daniel Ortega of “conspiracy” and “treason,” among other crimes.
In an interview with EWTN Noticias correspondent Paola Arriaza, Bishop Álvarez spoke about his release in Nicaragua in January 2024, which he described as “a supernatural action of God,” his physical and mental recovery, his relationship with Pope Francis, and his participation in the Synod on Synodality
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In an exclusive interview, persecuted Nicaraguan Bishop Rolando Álvarez, bishop of Matagalpa and apostolic administrator of Estelí, shared with EWTN News his experience one year after his release and arrival in Rome.
The Nicaraguan bishop was detained for 17 months in his country, first under house arrest and then in prison, accused by the regime of Daniel Ortega of “conspiracy” and “treason,” among other crimes.
In an interview with EWTN Noticias correspondent Paola Arriaza, Bishop Álvarez spoke about his release in Nicaragua in January 2024, which he described as “a supernatural action of God,” his physical and mental recovery, his relationship with Pope Francis, and his participation in the Synod on Synodality
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Bishop Álvarez: ‘I Always Believed in My Liberation and What Sustained Me Was Prayer’
The Nicaraguan bishop was detained for 17 months in his country, first under house arrest and then in prison.
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USAID’s $200M Tab: $10M Of Meals To Al Qaeda Linked Terrorists, Millions More To DEI
- By Job 33:6
- General Politics
- 2 Replies
Exclusive: Catholic Relief Services lays off staff, cuts programs after USAID shakeup
An internal email says CRS is likely to be cut in half this year from Trump's freeze of U.S. foreign assistance. Cuts will "cost people's lives and livelihoods," a former bishops' conference official says.
www.ncronline.org
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Super Bowl in the Convent: Media Nuns Bring Faith and Fun to the Big Game!
- By Michie
- One Bread, One Body - Catholic
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Who will be huddling together to watch the game ... from the convent.
While many football fans across the nation are less than enthusiastic at the idea of a three-peat Super Bowl for the Kansas City Chiefs, who are squaring off against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, a déjà-vu scenario that Americans watched in 2023, nuns in St. Paul, Minnesota, will also huddle together to watch the game ... from the convent.
Some are there for the game, some are there to snack, and others just want to react in real time to the commercials that often steal the show.
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While many football fans across the nation are less than enthusiastic at the idea of a three-peat Super Bowl for the Kansas City Chiefs, who are squaring off against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, a déjà-vu scenario that Americans watched in 2023, nuns in St. Paul, Minnesota, will also huddle together to watch the game ... from the convent.
Some are there for the game, some are there to snack, and others just want to react in real time to the commercials that often steal the show.
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Super Bowl in the Convent: Media Nuns Bring Faith and Fun to the Big Game!
Who will be huddling together to watch the game ... from the convent.
A higher mission: Military, police recommit to faith during Jubilee
- By Michie
- One Bread, One Body - Catholic
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Archbishop Timothy P. Broglio of the U.S. Archdiocese for the Military Services distributes Communion to Sompaul Vorapanich, a retired first sergeant of the U.S. Army, during Mass at the Basilica of St. Mary Major in Rome Feb. 6, 2025. The Mass was part of the Jubilee of the Armed Services, Police and Security Personnel. (CNS photo/Lola Gomez)
ROME (CNS) — A group of U.S. pilgrims who crossed the threshold of the Holy Door at the Basilica of St. Mary Major Feb. 6 have traveled the world on the orders of superiors, but no one ordered them to make this trip and that made a huge difference, they said.
“I always wanted to travel; that is part of why I joined the Air Force,” said Senior Airman Justin Jimenez, who is stationed at Beale Air Force Base in California. “It is not too much to drop everything and go, but this is different. It’s sacred.”
The airman was part of a pilgrimage sponsored by the U.S. Archdiocese for the Military Services to take part in the Feb. 8-9 Jubilee of the Armed Services, Police and Security Personnel.
The Holy Name Society of the New York Police Department also organized a pilgrimage for the Jubilee, bringing active duty and retired officers and their family members.
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A higher mission: Military, police recommit to faith during Jubilee
U.S. pilgrims embark on a sacred journey to Rome for the Jubilee of Armed Services, Police, and Security Personnel, reflecting on their faith.
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German theologian and journalist explores the legacy of Iraq’s Christians
- By Michie
- One Bread, One Body - Catholic
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German theologian and journalist Matthias Kopp — spokesman for the German Bishops’ Conference and a consultant to the Vatican Dicastery for Communication — was in Iraq this past week to present his new book, “The Christian Legacy in Iraq.”
German theologian and journalist Matthias Kopp — spokesman for the German Bishops’ Conference and a consultant to the Vatican Dicastery for Communication — was in Iraq this past week to present his new book, “The Christian Legacy in Iraq.”
His itinerary, which is taking him to Baghdad, Mosul, and Erbil, included a discussion of the book at the Catholic University in Erbil and meetings with Church leaders in the three cities. Archbishop Udo Markus Bentz of Paderborn accompanied Kopp on the trip.
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German theologian and journalist Matthias Kopp — spokesman for the German Bishops’ Conference and a consultant to the Vatican Dicastery for Communication — was in Iraq this past week to present his new book, “The Christian Legacy in Iraq.”
His itinerary, which is taking him to Baghdad, Mosul, and Erbil, included a discussion of the book at the Catholic University in Erbil and meetings with Church leaders in the three cities. Archbishop Udo Markus Bentz of Paderborn accompanied Kopp on the trip.
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German theologian and journalist explores the legacy of Iraq’s Christians
German theologian and journalist Matthias Kopp was in Iraq this week to present his new book, “The Christian Legacy in Iraq.”
www.catholicnewsagency.com
Which Kendrick Lamar will show up for Super Bowl halftime show?
- By Michie
Grammy-winning rapper once wore $1.5M crown of thorns in bloody women's rights protest
Heading into Super Bowl weekend, all eyes will be on Kendrick Lamar, the Grammy-winning rapper who is set to become the first solo hip-hop artist to headline the halftime show.
At a pregame press conference Thursday in New Orleans, Lamar, 37, didn't reveal much about his upcoming performance on the world's biggest stage. He is fresh off a triumphant Grammys, where the rapper garnered both song and record of the year for "Not Like Us."
"Being in the now and being just locked-in to how I feel and the energy I have now, that's the L.A. energy for me," he said. "That's something I wanted to carry over to New Orleans and for the world to see. This is me. This is Kendrick Lamar, 37 years old, and I still feel like I'm elevating, I'm still on a journey."
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Heading into Super Bowl weekend, all eyes will be on Kendrick Lamar, the Grammy-winning rapper who is set to become the first solo hip-hop artist to headline the halftime show.
At a pregame press conference Thursday in New Orleans, Lamar, 37, didn't reveal much about his upcoming performance on the world's biggest stage. He is fresh off a triumphant Grammys, where the rapper garnered both song and record of the year for "Not Like Us."
"Being in the now and being just locked-in to how I feel and the energy I have now, that's the L.A. energy for me," he said. "That's something I wanted to carry over to New Orleans and for the world to see. This is me. This is Kendrick Lamar, 37 years old, and I still feel like I'm elevating, I'm still on a journey."
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Which Kendrick Lamar will show up for Super Bowl halftime show?
While it s not Kendrick Lamar s first Super Bowl performance, it marks the first time he ll have the stage all to himself Known for unabashedly proclaiming Christ in his music, Lamar has spoken
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The NFL is removing 'End Racism' from its Super Bowl end zone
- By Michie
- General Politics
- 1 Replies
The NFL is officially removing the phrase "End Racism" from the Super Bowl LIX endzones and replacing it with "Choose Love." This will reportedly be the first time since 2021 that "End Racism" will not be stenciled on the Super Bowl end zone.
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The Internet Has A LOT To Say About The NFL Removing "End Racism" From The End Zones Ahead Of The Super Bowl
It's literally Black History Month.
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