Pope on Economic Boundaries: No Economic, Political Engineering Can Substitute Families’ Contribution

CBJ Editors September 4, 2015

And political boundaries. Here, Pope Francis elucidates a basic point, no policy suggestions!

“The family’s covenant with God is called today to oppose the communal desertification of the modern city. But our cities have become like deserts because of lack of love, because of a lack of smiles. So many amusements, so many things to pass time, to make one laugh, but love is lacking. A family’s smile is capable of

180-Foot Tall Papal Welcome in Mid-Town Manhattan…

CBJ Editors September 3, 2015

It’s not quite a miracle on 34th Street, but it’s close. For the last eight years, Mr. Hecht-Nielsen, a 41-year-old artist and Catholic convert, has painted the south-facing wall of 494 Eighth Avenue, most recently with ads for Cadillac. But creating possibly the largest hand-painted mural of Francis ever done, a project commissioned by…

Christian Film ‘War Room’ Stuns Hollywood With $11 Million Weekend

CBJ Editors September 1, 2015

Outside of evangelical circles, the names Alex Kendrick and Stephen Kendrick are likely to be met with blank stares.

But thanks to low-budget hits like “Fireproof” and “Courageous,” the brothers have transformed themselves into Steven Spielbergs of Christian cinema. Their names above the title are enough to open movies that are firmly pitched to the faithful.

How a Good Priest Handles Natural Disaster

CBJ Editors August 31, 2015

But will you find him on the national news shows?… Read More>>

Big Plans from the East Coast (Mostly) Publishing World for Papal Visit

CBJ Editors August 31, 2015

Outlined in today’s industry publishing bible, Publisher’s Weekly. Included: displays and readings of new books. There will be dozens…

Deadly Physician-Assisted Suicide Bill Resurfaces in CA

CBJ Editors August 31, 2015

In an effort to rekindle their failed physician-assisted suicide legislation in California a few months ago, proponents have introduced a new bill, California State Assmbly bill “ABx2 15,” introduced by Assemblyman Eggman (D-Stockton), in a Special Session of the California legislature designed to deal with rising health care costs.

The Dollars Left in Milwaukee

CBJ Editors August 25, 2015

After Archdiocese bankruptcy, $21 million to pay victims… Read More>>

Those Patented Long Lines of Humanity a Thing of the Past Too?

CBJ Editors August 25, 2015

Vatican appears ready to abolish lines at St Peter’s Baslica with a reservation system, beginning during the upcoming Year of Mercy… Read More>>

Pope Francis: Jubilee of Mercy a time to care for sick and dying

CBJ Editors August 24, 2015

(Vatican Radio) Pope Francis has said the Jubilee of Mercy will be a “good opportunity for increasing the collaboration between pastors and the laity in the mission of affectionately and tenderly caring for the sick and dying.”

What Next with the Courts?

CBJ Editors August 22, 2015

And when will our bishops react as a group on our behalf, as free Catholics in business with first amendment rights—not including pro-forma press releases? A federal court stayed its earlier decision compelling the Little Sisters of the Poor to comply with the Affordable Care Act’s contraception mandate, meaning the group can choose not to comply while waiting on an appeal to the Suprem

FAITH IN ACTION: Three Americans Subdue Gunman on Paris Train, Save Many Lives

CBJ Editors August 22, 2015

On Friday, August 21, a gunman suddenly opened fire on a high-speed train traveling from Amsterdam to Paris on Friday, wounding two people before three American passengers and a Briton subdued him, officials said.

Yesterday—Ancient Catholic monastery in Syria destroyed by ISIS

CBJ Editors August 22, 2015

In devastating news from Beirut (AFP), the Islamic State (IS) militants have destroyed an ancient monastery in the central Syrian province of Homs, according to a monitor and pictures published by the jihadist group.

FAITH IN ACTION: One Man’s Act of Kindness Spreads: The Butterfly Effect

CBJ Editors August 22, 2015

Chris Rosati’s mission to spread kindness is proving to be wildly successful. Hundreds of kids have taken up projects to help their community after being inspired by Rosati’s campaign. Rosati calls it “the butterfly effect”…find out why; CBS News’ Steve Hartman has the story…

With Same Sex Marriage, What Happens to the Rights of Children?

CBJ Editors August 20, 2015

Prior to the Supreme Court’s decision on same-sex marriage, the court heard testimony from adult children who grew up in same-sex relationship households. The Washington Post ran a piece about this just before the SCOTUS ruling.

Here’s the Holy See’s New App

CBJ Editors August 19, 2015

Designed to raise funds, ongoing, for the world’s most magnificent museum…. Read more>>

Brilliant New Business Idea

CBJ Editors August 17, 2015

Non-profit concepts can be as great as for-profit concepts.

NAPA INSTITUTE: Expert Panel Reveals Shocking Statistics that Follow Legalization of Physician-Assisted Suicide

CBJ Editors August 17, 2015

—Special to the Catholic Business Journal by Thomas M. Loarie—A robust panel of experts at this year’s Napa Institute revealed that in places where Physician Assisted Suicide has been legalized, a shift to involuntary Euthanasia and a General Decline in Palliative Care has followed.

You Think YOUR Retail Woes Are Bad?

CBJ Editors August 17, 2015

And they are. So are those in the Christian publishing industry who supply retailers. The note of quiet desperation is hard to miss in this story. These are companies that took a collective hit of $40 million when the chain went bankrupt, and “it’s a small industry,” as one noted…. Read More

A Baker Refused to Make a Cake for a Gay Wedding, What a Court Just Ruled Could Have Huge Implications

CBJ Editors August 14, 2015

The Colorado Court of Appeals ruled Thursday that a Christian baker must bake cakes for same-sex weddings. The court affirmed a Colorado Civil Rights Commission ruling that Jack Phillips, the owner of Masterpiece Cakeshop in Lakewood outside of Denver, violated the Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act (CADA).

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Two Cheers for Business, Etc.

CBJ Editors August 14, 2015

How else can we feed and shelter the poor our prelates are always talking about? …Read more>>

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