Tag: Catholic Church

  • Pope Francis’ Criticism of Capitalism Has Long History in Catholic Church

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    Like so many others, I am taken with our new Pope and agree wholeheartedly with his criticism of capitalism and globalization.  After all, that message is the foundation of this site.  I was thrilled, therefore, when I came across the following article by Walter G. Moss in George Mason University’s History News Network because it mirrors…

  • The Examen of Consciousness

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    The Examen of Consciousness is a spiritual practice developed by St. Ignatius Loyola which can help you grow more sensitive to your own spirit and its source. You can listen to an audio podcast of a guided Examen led by Father Peter Filice, S.J., by clicking here:http://www.jesuitscalifornia.org/NETC…

  • Yes, Yes, Yes!

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    Reposted from The Dish (without the additional commentary): Bert Thelen, a Jesuit priest who is almost 80 years old, recently renounced his vows, leaving the order and ordained ministry. In a remarkable letter to colleagues and friends, he explained his decision, citing a desire “to be my best self as a disciple of Jesus, to proclaim boldly…

  • Catholic law and federal law collide over Crimen Sollictationas

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    Hunt Henion in the Examiner brings news of the, “slowly emerging conflict between Catholic law and federal law[that] hit the fan today when Catholic clergy were ordered to refuse to enforce the church law called Crimen Sollicitationas.” “Thousands of Catholic clergy and officials are being issued an Order to Comply with child protection laws this week,…