We are all on this life journey together
31st Sunday in Ordinary Time, Nov. 5 (Year A) Malachi 1:14-2:2, 8-10; Psalm 131; 1 Thessalonians 2:7-9, 13; Matthew 23:1-12
Comment: Science a welcome ally in pro-life fight
In the pro-life battle it’s imperative to gather ammunition that comes from outside the movement. If we are ever going to change the minds of the great mass of Canadians, we need to bring in information free of any political or social agenda — in other words, scientific research that could care less about our cause or our faith.
Editorial: A veiled threat
Catholics and people of all religions should be troubled by a new Quebec law that is an obvious affront to religious freedom.
Research can never break my canine bond
Among the many compelling narratives coming out of recent hurricane disasters were stories about displaced residents saving their pets — and rescuing those of complete strangers — amidst treacherous flooding.
Publisher of Catholic apologetics had zeal for open-air evangelism
Born in Australia in 1897, Frank Sheed’s father was a Scottish Presbyterian, his mother an Irish Catholic. Fortunately for the Church, and for English literature, his mother won out and, at 16, Frank declared himself Catholic and never looked back.
- By Ian Hunter
Publisher of Catholic apologetics had zeal for open-air evangelism
Born in Australia in 1897, Frank Sheed’s father was a Scottish Presbyterian, his mother an Irish Catholic. Fortunately for the Church, and for English literature, his mother won out and, at 16, Frank declared himself Catholic and never looked back.
- By Ian Hunter
Reformation turns 500: More bridges to build across the great divide
Celebrating the 150th anniversary of Canada’s Confederation is a benchmark accomplishment which should make all Canadians proud.
Sisters of Life and Catholic Christian Outreach celebrate decade of service
Anniversaries of importance for the universal Church have abounded this year — 500 years since the Reformation, 100 years since Fatima, 25 years since the Catechism of the Catholic Church. For me though, two more modest anniversaries — 10 years — were celebrated this past fortnight.
The Mustard Seed: Graduation ends a journey of pure joy
Graduating from high school or university can be a poignant moment in life’s journey. It typically marks a transition from one lifestyle to another.
- By Glen Argan
Comment: Learning to listen is key to building bridges
A shooting at a Boston area abortion clinic brought six women together for a talk. Three were pro-life movement leaders and three were high-profile pro-choice activists.
- By John Milloy
Editorial: Luther's lesson
When an obscure monk named Martin Luther tacked a list of declarations onto the door of a German cathedral on Oct. 31, 1517, no one imagined his musings were about to break up the Catholic Church. All Luther wanted when penning his 95 theses was to start a conversation. In his view, the Church had lost its way.