Search results

Only ethnic Mongolian Bishop dies. Msgr. Giuseppe Ma Zhongmu, the only bishop of Mongolian ethnicity, has died. He was 101 years’ old

Indy bishop and the Jesuit school I did not see this as already posted. If I missed it someplace, sorry.

... what type of tobacco would you consume with reckless abandon? There Michie, just for your request

Pope Francis reveals he used to work as a bar bouncer | Fox News The pope says he used to work as a bar bouncer. Outstanding! Guess we know he ain't afraid to fight.

Galatians tells us that we reap what sow, and that makes sense. It is roughly equivalent to a Judeo-Christian version of karma. That said, having grown up on a farm I know you also often sow what you reap. In other words, it is easy to get into a circular pattern. What do you do to break...

I am curious to see how the OBOB groups sees this article. I suspect that ideology will trump intellectually stimulating dialogue, but hey, that discussion might be interesting too. Who will claim the Catholic vote? - CNN.com

Fox News' Greg Burke hailed as new Vatican media adviser :: Catholic News Agency (CNA) What do you all think this means?

BBC News - China forced abortion photo sparks outrage

Does anyone know who does this type of internal investigation for an order or diocese? Do they hire a PI or a law firm? Are such people kept on retainer? It seems to me the worst possible outcome would be an inconclusive result. If he acted wrongly, then I hoped it is proved. But not...

Never did this before but, here goes... I have my oral prelim exam tomorrow morning, so it you have the time and inclination, throw one my way, please. Thanks

I see this place has additional rules now. It appears that anything controversial is forbidden, so on what things can we all agree so that there be no controversy? Benedict is Pope? No there are those who may support on of the other fellers that claim to pope. The Magisterium teaching...

From: Barack Obama issues special Ramadan message | Top of the Ticket | Los Angeles Times These rituals remind us of the principles that we hold in common, and Islam’s role in advancing justice, progress, tolerance, and the dignity of all human beings. Ramadan is a celebration of a faith...

FOXNews.com - Rosary Beads Saved My Life, British Soldier Says Don't know anything more than what is in the story but I thought it worth sharing.

Collusion - Individuals Be thankful we have a pope. Someone who is fully in charge and able to make decisions and policy. We are lucky. Sure we have problems but we have the fullness of truth and Chair of Peter. It is unfortunate there are those who are both abused and in believing in heresy.

New Zealand Student Auctions Virginity Online to Pay for College A student in New Zealand has auctioned her virginity to a stranger for almost $31,900 to help fund her university tuition fees. The 19-year-old offered her virginity to the highest bidder in an online auction on the...

Anyone's thoughts on this article: Fr. Dwight Longenecker: What Shall We Do with the Convert Clergy? I believe there is a pool of well trained men already waiting in the wings. However to tap into this hidden mine of talent the church will need to think and act creatively. A few risks will...

It is easier to talk about the virtues of a healthy diet when you have had enough to eat. It is easier to condemn the homosexual when you are straight. It is easier to say give up the guns when you have no stomach for a fight. It is easier to ask for someone-else's money if you have not made...

I was doing some internet searching and came upon this: COMPARATIVE THEOLOGY by Pope Shenouda of the Coptic Orthodox. While we as Catholic will not agree with everything he says (or if you do you should consider becoming Coptic Orthodox), I think you will find it a great resource for...

Can anyone put some background into the Irish sex abuse investigation(s)? I have read some on it but am unclear on the timeline for the abuses. I guess I am most curious as to when the latest allegations are said to have occurred. Also, is anyone familiar with how priestly formation...

Full story here CAIRO (AsiaNews/Agencies) - Several thousand Muslims have attacked the Coptic church of the Virgin Mary in West Ain Shams, in the suburbs of Cairo. 800 faithful attending the first liturgy remained barricaded inside the church. The demonstrators attacked the building on...