Morning Briefing
Pope’s leaked papers depict broken Vatican [1]
The best choice for pope? A nun. [2] By E.J. Dionne Jr.
Bhopal, India -- Archbishop accused of attempting to poison priest [3]
There's more to the Catholic Church than the pope [4] By Julie Byrne, Hartman Chair of Catholic Studies at Hofstra University
New South Wales, Australia -- Royal Commission offers chance to 'purify' [5]Catholic bishops in NSW have signed a letter urging parishioners and clergy not to bury their heads in the sand ahead of the royal commission into child sexual abuse.
The End of a Catholic [6]Moment [6]by Ross Douthat, NY Times
There never was a possibility for a Catholic moment in America [7] by Rod Dreher, The American Conservative
Pope begins week-long retreat before resignation [8]
Last mass for gay Catholics held in Soho, London [9]
Germany -- Top bishop expects new morning-after pill rules [10]
NCAA Basketball Realignment: Why Catholic 7 Deserve to Keep Big East Name [11]
Venezuela -- Chavez makes surprise return from Cuba [12]
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Pencil Preaching [13] is blog that Celebration editor Pat Marrin combines scripture and sketching to reflect on the word. Daily Bread [14] is a series short reflections, written by four authors who meet regularly to share the readings. Daily Bread is intended to help daily preachers and others who pray from the assigned scriptures each day to orient themselves to the Living Word addressed to the church in the world. It's a great way to begin the day. |

