Archive for January 8, 2019

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New Mexico bill could allow 'suicide tourism,' critics warn

Proposed legislation in New Mexico could legalize assisted suicide in the state, and may even allow for the prescription of... Read more

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By Hannah Brockhaus

Pope Francis: Serve the sick with generosity

To serve the poor and sick in a generous manner is a powerful form of evangelization, Pope Francis said Tuesday... Read more

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Opus Dei US head confirms misconduct settlement against popular DC priest

Opus Dei announced Monday that it had paid a settlement following accusations of misconduct against a priest of the society... Read more

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By Christine Rousselle

Lawmakers from both parties to address 2019 March for Life

The March for Life has announced a bipartisan group of legislators who will address the upcoming March for Life at... Read more

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New Mexico bishop opposes abortion legalization bill

Proposed legislation in New Mexico would repeal the state’s laws criminalizing abortion, which date to the 1960s but have not... Read more

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Hawaii's assisted suicide law comes into effect, but few physicians cooperate

Hawaii's law legalizing assisted suicide went into effect last week, but many physicians and pharmacists are choosing not to prescribe... Read more

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As Belgium bans kosher and halal food prep, religious freedom fears grow

Jews and Muslims in Belgium could face difficulty finding food prepared according to their religious rules, as new animal slaughter... Read more

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Debate begins on decriminalizing abortion in Ecuador

The Ecuadorian legislature began debate on decriminalizing abortion last week, amid opposition from the Church and various civil organizations.  Read more

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By JD Flynn

What is Opus Dei? A CNA Explainer

Opus Dei is in the news this week. What is it?  Read more