Family advocates are up in arms about Wal-Mart’s announcement earlier today that they will begin Black Friday sales on Thanksgiving Day at 6pm. That’s right about the time most of us are usually (or should be) enjoying our Thanksgiving meal with loved ones. Instead, folks will be (more…)
You’re going to need tissues for this one, I promise. I’m so impressed by the exquisite play carried out by the Olivet Middle School football team in Olivet, Michigan, that I teared up. Yeah, football can get that good. Watch:
Before you read the article linked below, remember that the key words are before implanting.
A report published in Thursday’s issue of The Independent claims that a new breakthrough in genetics research will allow scientists to engineer parts of the human genome with “extreme precision.”
The upside of the new technique, the report states, is that it (more…)
Yesterday, the Vatican published the full text of the Third Extraordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops: “The pastoral challenges for the family in the context of evangelisation.”
Since the synod is for bishops, we may be tempted to pass it off (more…)
This story really touched my heart. In fact, it brought me to tears.
Thirteen Marines returning from deployment in Afghanistan were greeted at Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport with a hero’s welcome, as they so rightfully deserved. THIS is how all our vets should (more…)
Today, November 1, is the Solemnity of All Saints, on which the Catholic Church honors all of the saints. Since this is a solemnity, it’s not appropriate to fast, even though it’s Friday.
The United State Conference of Catholic Bishops is asking us to join in their intention: “We remember the saints and martyrs who (more…)
I have read stories about individuals swindling money out of organizations, businesses, or even charities. That does indeed pop my cork. Today I came across a news story on the topic that not only popped my cork, but completely disintegrated it. (more…)