Bishops face the growing retirement crisis of religious orders
There is a growing crisis in unfunded retirement and elderly care costs that religious orders of men and women face, a crisis the bishops need to examine.
Nov 23-Dec 6, 2012
A leper's dance of gratitude
Soul Seeing: If you had leprosy and lost almost everything, would you still be able to smile and do a dance to a silent tune of gratitude?
Latinos play significant role in Obama's Catholic win
According to exit polls, Obama won the Catholic vote, 50 percent to 48 percent. But a closer look shows Obama's support among Latinos went up 74 percent this year.
Australian prelates welcome investigation into child abuse cases
The Australian prime minister has announced the formation of a royal commission that will have power to investigate child abuse in institutions, including the Catholic church.
Hurricane Sandy reveals fissures in New York
Perspective: New Yorkers met the challenges of Hurricane Sandy with typical grit, grace and fortitude; however, they made the city feel different.
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In This Issue
May 10-23, 2013
- Illinois parish's ESL program welcomes all
- A different Mary assumes the stage
- A question few seem to consider when the US wages war afar
- [Print Edition Only] Special Section: Summer Listings
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