Archive for February 2, 2017

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By Matt Hadro

What the pro-life movement can learn from Planned Parenthood

Planned Parenthood is the nation’s largest abortion chain – but rather than dismissing it, pregnancy help centers may be able... Read more

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The story of a father who runs marathons with his disabled son

Most fathers like to share their hobbies with their sons. But for José Manuel this proved a challenge – given... Read more

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Why this slain priest's opposition to the death penalty matters

A priest who was murdered in 2016 had previously certified that he would not want his murderer executed. Three Catholic... Read more

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Doctor cleared after having family 'hold down' patient during euthanasia

A Dutch doctor who drugged an elderly woman and had her restrained as she fought lethal injection has been cleared... Read more

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By Matt Hadro

Trump defends refugee policy as part of protecting religious freedom

President Donald Trump on Thursday insisted that protecting religious freedom is a U.S. priority, while defending his recent halt of... Read more

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By Hannah Brockhaus

You are called to be leaven, Pope tells consecrated men, women

Everyone, but especially consecrated men and women, Pope Francis said Thursday, are called to be leaven in the world, bringing... Read more

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In Louisiana diocese, new bishop promises to give his all

Bishop David P. Talley now heads the Diocese of Alexandria, with Pope Francis’ acceptance of the resignation of Bishop Ronald... Read more

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By Hannah Brockhaus

Despite terror, Aleppo's Christians have hope, desire to rebuild

Despite the destruction caused by nearly six years of conflict between rebels and pro-government forces, the people in Aleppo, especially... Read more

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By Elise Harris

Knights of Malta seek to reaffirm commitment to the poor

After a tense row with the Holy See led to the resignation of their Grand Master and the reinstatement of... Read more

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By Adelaide Mena

Catholic leaders: Refugee ban actually harms national security

Rather than protecting U.S. interests, recent executive orders restricting immigrants and refugees could actually pose a threat to national security,... Read more