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August 31, 2015

Pope Francis begs governments to act to stop anti-Christian persecution

Pope Francis leads the Angelus from the window of his studio overlooking St. Peter's Square at the Vatican Aug. 30.

VATICAN CITY - "Do something to put a stop to the violence and oppression," Pope Francis asked the international community after calling attention once again to the fate of persecuted Christians, especially in the Middle East.

Published in Vatican
December 23, 2014

Students’ eyes opened to real world problems

Vanessa Rasile serves food during Bishop Allen Academy’s annual Festive Dinner which brings those less fortunate in the community together to share a meal as one big family of friends.

TORONTO - At Bishop Allen Academy’s annual charity dinner for the community Dec. 8, Vanessa Rasile was served a cocktail of emotions.

Published in Canada: Toronto-GTA
December 4, 2014

Light shines forth even amid the darkness

Light shines forth even amid the darkness

Third Sunday of Advent (Year B) Dec. 14 (Isaiah 61:1-2a, 10-11; Luke 1; 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24; John 1:6-8, 19-28)

What would good news sound like in our world? A steady diet of negativity reported by the news media can leave one feeling depressed, fearful, hopeless and helpless. Often people turn to pain-numbing diversions of every variety to escape the darkness and confusion around them.

Published in Fr. Scott Lewis