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The Catholic Business Journal welcomes Scott Turicchi as its newest columnist.
The Catholic Business Journal welcomes Scott Turicchi as its newest columnist.
Vatican City—(CNA/EWTN News) The Holy See announced the nomination of priest, medical doctor and philosopher Msgr. Ignacio Carrasco de Paula to the presidency of the Pontifical Academy for Life on Wednesday. He will take over at the helm of the academy following the resignation of Archbishop Salvatore Fisichella.
This morning, in announcing the resignation of Archbishop Fisichella, Pope Benedict appointed Msgr.
We were thrilled to find this fast-paced, insightful with one of Catholic Business Journal’s most popular columnists, Thomas M. Loarie.
by Matthew Kelly
One summer, not long ago, I attended a wedding in Washington, D.C., which really got me thinking. It was held in a quiet little church in one of the older parts of town, the bride was stunningly beautiful, the groom was delightfully gracious, the flowers and music were magnificent, and the combination of guests was unique and intriguing.
By Randy Hain
I had serious workaholic tendencies in the early part of my career. When my first son was two, I began working for my current company in the pursuit of a more balanced life. But, it wasn’t until my wife and I entered the Catholic Church over four years ago that I truly understood my family is my vocation.
Sounds great, but what does that mean? Isn’t our career our “vocation”?
By Randy HainI had an epiphany a few nights ago at our parish Lenten Mission. As Father Bailey gave his homily during the penance service and we were all preparing ourselves to go to Reconciliation, I realized that I was about to confess many of the same sins I have been struggling with for years.
by Steven Sims
Catholic News Service
COMBAT OUTPOST SPIDER MONKEY, Afghanistan (CNS) — Like all Marines, Cpl.
This is the second half of a talk I gave to the Catholic Business Leaders Breakfast at Sacred Heart Parish on October 9th , 2009. The first part of the talk was on my conversion into the Catholic Church in 2006 with my wife and sons after I spent 23 years in the “spiritual wilderness”—a…
VATICAN CITY, OCT. 12, 2009 (Zenit.org).- A doctor dedicated to helping African AIDS patients is affirming that these people are “coming back to life,” but adds that he sees an even greater miracle in his work. Doctor Elard Alumando (pictured above), the director of DREAM — Drug Resource Enhancement against AIDS and Malnutrition — in…
Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a saint? Yes, following whatever Our Lord invites us to embrace, of course. But doesn’t it often seem like the most reasonable course of action, especially in controversial situations, is the “middle road?” But, who defines the “middle”—is it culture? peers? media? Pope Benedict XVI culls…
From the Vatican: VATICAN CITY(VIS)—At 10 a.m. today the Holy Father celebrated the Eucharist in the Vatican Basilica. During the ceremony he canonised five blesseds: Zygmunt Szczesny Felinski, Polish former archbishop of Warsaw and founder of the Congregation of Franciscan Sisters of the Family of Mary; Francesc Coll y Guitart, Spanish professed priest of the…
Maybe it was just the kind of kid I was, but I’m guessing that most children are constantly reminded by adults to be more efficient. Maybe not exactly in those words. More likely it comes in the form of phrases like “don’t be late”, “use your time wisely”, “don’t waste money” or even “turn off…
Rome, Italy (CNA)—The Italian daily Il Foglio published an article today entitled “L’ascia del vescovo pellerossa – Charles J. Chaput contro Notre Dame e l’illustre cardinale sedotto dall’abortista Obama” (The ax of the redskin Bishop – Charles J. Chaput against Notre Dame and the illustrious cardinal seduced by the pro-abortion Obama) in which the Archbishop…
Know the Opposition. Focus on the Truth. Even when viewed through the eyes of journalists with opposing principles to those of the Catholic Faith, Bishop Cordileone exemplifies Catholic leadership; he exemplifies living the truth in charity. Scripture tells us to be prudent; to use our common sense. It tells us to be “gentle as doves,”…
I recently read a meditation by Frances Fernandez from In Conversation With God on the topic of human respect which has stirred a lot of reflection and thinking over the last few days. Do we ever stop to consider how many times a day our thinking and actions are influenced by a concern for what…
Mark McElrath, vice president of the clothing manufacturer DaRue of California, gives a gripping first-hand account of a rarely seen event in the United States, namely, the ordination of a bishop, the newly ordained Bishop Cirilo Flores (pictured above).. —ed. Since the day of Pentecost, when the Holy Spirit descended upon those gathered in the…
Throughout human history, there has never been a shortage of men and women willing to point humanity along the right path. Nor have the needs of the human family ever been a secret: food, shelter, purposeful work, companionship, freedom, forgiveness, acceptance, and love.
With the passing of Fr. Richard John Neuhaus, the United States and Canada, indeed the world, lost an exceptionally wise, wry and erudite Catholic voice; a voice whose special gift was to shed light and clarity on the most fundamental of Catholic principles and their application in today’s culture. Fr. Neuhaus died peacefully in his…
This study enhances today’s fascination with angels with an overview of the Bible’s presentation of God’s angels as guardians and messengers. Understanding their presence throughout biblical history will enhance your awareness of their invisible presence with us today.
Threshold Bible Study is a thematic Scripture series designed for both personal study and group discussion. The thirty lessons in each study may be used by an individual for daily study over the course of a month or they may be divided into six weekly lessons.