Cathy Majtenyi: Gene editing is heading down a slippery slope
The pipette appears on the screen and sucks up a dot, which is actually human sperm that has been genetically altered. Then the small laboratory tool pierces the membrane of a human egg, releases the sperm, “and you have changed the genetic destiny of that embryo,” notes television host Bill Whitaker. “Yes, we believe so,” nods scientist Shoukhrat Mitalipov.
Francis Campbell: Jesus was definitely there through Becky’s journey
Gone prematurely, remembered always.
Rebecca Maureen (Becky) Beaton passed away early one mid-May morning after a gutsy 30-month battle with cancer. Becky was just 36 and I was proud to call her my niece for that seemingly brief period of time.
Peter Stockland: Pro-lifers fight on with a tireless spirit
When Dr. Cathy Ferrier was announced as the Bishop Adam Exner Award winner by the Catholic Civil Rights League last week, she responded with the deep grace familiar to all who know her.
Barefoot and Preaching: You can find God’s grace in every possible place
I have found God inescapable for most of my life. Even when I try to run away, there He is.
Robert Brehl: Racist rant is not typically Canadian
If you’re reading this, you are likely racist.
- By Robert Brehl
God's word on Sunday: History lesson reveals presence of God
Trinity Sunday, May 27 (Year B) Deuteronomy 4:32-34, 39-40; Psalm 33; Romans 8:14-17; Matthew 28:16-20
Glen Argan: Theology and Indigenous spirituality finding common ground
Indian residential schools were established by Canada’s federal government, but Christian churches, including the Catholic Church, bought into the plan with enthusiasm.
- By Glen Argan
Charles Lewis: A practical guide for a pro-life reality
We just witnessed the wonderful scene of thousands of Canadians marching in Ottawa to show their support for life. It was encouraging but also raises some serious questions.
Editorial: Assault on dignity
They are desperate, poor and usually forgotten until violence erupts and the world takes note of them burying their dead.
Editorial: Time for kindness
As spring turns into summer, Canada is about to face a test of its generosity.
Charles Lewis: Tanya Granic Allen deserves a badge of honour
I am writing about a friend. Her name is Tanya Granic Allen. I do not normally write about friends or family, but what happened to her at the hands of supposed political allies needs repeating because it was so grotesque and cowardly.