Monthly Archives: July 2011

Saint of the Day: St. Mary Magdalene

Posted on July 22, 2011 by Susan Kehoe

From last years post: Despite the accusations made by progressive feminists, the Church has no position on the identity of Mary of Magdalene. Although she is a very important figure in the Gospels, we know little about her. From the … Continue reading →

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US Bishops Oppose Recommended Mandate for Birth Control, Sterilization in Private Health Plans

Posted on July 22, 2011 by Susan Kehoe

Earlier this week, I posted on the proposed recommendation to the US Department of Health and Human services. The USCCB has issued a statement. WASHINGTON—Cardinal Daniel DiNardo of Galveston-Houston, chairman of the Committee on Pro-Life Activities of the United States … Continue reading →

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I Am a Sinner Not a Hypocrite

Posted on July 21, 2011 by Susan Kehoe

Hypocrite and sinner are not synonyms.  Leila over at the Little Catholic Bubble explains the difference : When one of our regular commenters, Mary, mentioned that her friends on the left viewed “hypocrisy” as the worst of sins, it gave … Continue reading →

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On Being an Authentic Christian Witness

Posted on July 21, 2011 by Susan Kehoe

There is much to munch on in a post entitled, Father Corapi and Authentic Christian Witness, by Anthony S. Layne on Outside the Asylum. Excerpt: So it is with authentic Christian witness. Ideally, a Christian properly formed and catechized isn’t … Continue reading →

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Need a Laugh?

Posted on July 20, 2011 by Susan Kehoe

Impressionist Jim Meskiem performs Clarence’s monologue from Shakespeare’s King Richard III in the voice of several celebrities.  I dare you not to laugh! H/T Deacon Greg.

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Health Insurance, Contraception, and Catholic Institutions

Posted on July 20, 2011 by Susan Kehoe

Another possible assault on Freedom of Conscience? The Wall Street Journal reports: By KATHERINE HOBSON A new report recommends that health-insurance plans offer women all forms of approved contraception without charging out-of-pocket fees. The report was released Tuesday by the … Continue reading →

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Catholic Innkeepers Sued for Refusing to Host Lesbian Wedding

Posted on July 20, 2011 by Susan Kehoe

Deacon Greg has the scoop: A Vermont inn violated state anti-discrimination rules by refusing to host the wedding reception for two New York City women, the couple said in a lawsuit Tuesday. The lawsuit, filed by the American Civil Liberties … Continue reading →

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Catholic Charity in Secular America

Posted on July 20, 2011 by Susan Kehoe

First Things has an excellent article up by Archbishop Chaput.  In it he points out that the United States is becoming a hostile place for faithful Catholics. I would like to offer three reflections that focus on the “Catholic” identity … Continue reading →

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Archbishop Chaput Is Moving to Philly

Posted on July 19, 2011 by Susan Kehoe

The Catholic blogosphere has been a buzz with the rumor for days. It broke yesterday while I was at a meeting at our diocesan center. This is great news! Archbishop Chaput is a strong and loving shepherd. Philadelphia has been … Continue reading →

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The Same Sex Marriage Debate and the Origins of Love

Posted on July 19, 2011 by Susan Kehoe

I have tried several times on this blog to explain and defend the Church’s teaching        concerning homosexual acts. I have failed. That is why I am going to yield the floor to those who have same sex inclinations and choose … Continue reading →

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