We cull here primarily from the Wall Street Journal and from the BBC, all links are included below for more robust reading. Today, three years after his arrest by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) who now rule Hong Kong, devout Catholic and successful, wealthy news mogul Jimmy Lai was arrested. He faces life in prison…
Matt Horn is a man of steady faith—and commitment, even when times are tough. And they can be tough in Oakland, California, for sure. Popular West Oakland restaurant Horn Barbeque was significantly damaged in a fire early Tuesday morning (Nov 21), just days before Thanksgiving. But Matt Horn, the acclaimed, Michelin restaurant’s chef owner faced…
CNA, CBJ—“Most of us will never die a hero’s death… But all of us are called by the idea of faith, day in and day out, to give of ourselves,” said Newark Auxiliary Bishop Gregory J. Studerus, who presided over the Four Chaplains 80th Anniversary Mass at St. Stephen’s parish in Kearny, New Jersey, on…
Lifesite News—The Knights of Columbus Ultrasound Initiative surpassed a major milestone today, placing its 1,500th ultrasound machine through its signature donation program. The machine was donated to the First Choice Women’s Resource Center in New Brunswick, N.J., and blessed by Bishop James Checchio of the Diocese of Metuchen during a dedication ceremony attended by Supreme…
Sean Stephenson delivered a talk to inmates at Ironwood State Prison in Blythe, California, several years ago that absollutely inspires, no matter where you are. No matter what circumstances or challenges you face right now. He cuts through all the muck and challenges of life to squarely focus on going forward. Need inspiration? Sean’s talk…
A Houston mattress salesman again turns his showroom into a refuge for flood victims, reportedly rescuing about 120 people from flooding caused by Tropical Storm Imelda so far. In the process, Gallery Furniture owner Jim “Mattress Mack” McIngvale and Houston rapper Trae Tha Truth joined forces Thursday to help flood victims. “We got through Harvey,”…
