Pope Francis Calls for Total Opposition to the Death Penalty

via CNS: The death penalty, no matter how it is carried out, “is, in itself, contrary to the Gospel,” Pope Francis said. Marking the 25th anniversary of the Catechism of the Catholic Church at the Vatican Oct. 11, Pope Francis said the catechism’s discussion of the death penalty, already formally amended by St. John Paul… Read More Pope Francis Calls for Total Opposition to the Death Penalty

Trump’s Cut in Refugee Admissions is Disturbing and Deeply Disappointing

The US Bishops are disturbed and deeply disappointed by the Trump administration’s decision to only admit up to 45,000 refugees: In September 27, 2017, the Administration, in a consultation with Congress, proposed to only admit up to 45,000 refugees to the United States in fiscal year 2018. This Presidential Determination (PD) for Refugee Admissions is… Read More Trump’s Cut in Refugee Admissions is Disturbing and Deeply Disappointing

Pope Francis’ Prayer Intentions for October 2017: For the Rights of Workers and the Unemployed

We should always remember the dignity and rights of those who work, condemn situations in which that dignity and those rights are violated, and help to ensure authentic progress by man and society. Let us pray that all workers may receive respect and protection of their rights, and that the unemployed may receive the opportunity… Read More Pope Francis’ Prayer Intentions for October 2017: For the Rights of Workers and the Unemployed

Catholic Leaders Gather to Discuss Implementing Amoris Laetitia

via Joshua McElwee: Even less attention has been given to how local dioceses might implement its program for bishops and priests to see God’s grace at work even in the sometimes-unconventional situations families and marriages face today. An upcoming event at Boston College hopes to address that lack of attention. In five panel discussions over… Read More Catholic Leaders Gather to Discuss Implementing Amoris Laetitia

Stephen Colbert and Other Celebrities Post Awkward Teen Photos for Hurricane Relief

Thanks to Stephen Colbert and Nick Kroll, who promised to donate money to Puerto Rico for hurricane relief for every celebrity who participates, celebrities are sharing photos from their awkward teen years. These #PuberMe donations will go to One America Appeal. Catholic Charities is also an excellent place to make donations for hurricane relief. Here… Read More Stephen Colbert and Other Celebrities Post Awkward Teen Photos for Hurricane Relief