The Catholic Church and the Fight Against AIDS
Pope Benedict in response to a question on whether the church’s position on fighting AIDS was “unrealistic” and “ineffective”? Here is some of what he said in response on the…
If I had a terminal illness…what would I want to do?
Here’s an item from today’s NY Times Terminally ill cancer patients who drew comfort from religion were far more likely to seek aggressive, life-prolonging care in the week before they…
Congrats to Martin Brodeur–he gave me the Stanley Cup.
New Jersey Devils Goalie Martin Brodeur became the National Hockey League’s greatest goalie ever last night with his 552nd win. He’s won more games than anyone now…and he’s a great…
Fr. Reese on Pope Benedict
Great thoughts from Fr. Tom Reese today in the Washington Post: In explaining the lifting of the excommunication, I have compared it to a “ceasefire.” A ceasefire is not a…
Lend the Orphans of Mustard Seed Communities a Hand Today
Some years ago I had the great joy of attending a mission trip to Nicaragua with Mustard Seed Communities–a charity that takes care of abandoned and disabled children in thrid…
A no-hangover St Patrick’s Day
My article today on BustedHalo As the son of an Irish immigrant, I always found it odd that my American mother looked forward to the big holiday more than my…
Vatican official says Ecommunication was “Hasty”
VATICAN CITY — A 9-year-old Brazilian girl and the doctors who performed the girl’s abortion needed the Catholic Church’s care and concern, not its condemnation, said a leading Vatican official.…
Guys and Dolls
So I took my wife to see Guys and Dolls for her birthday because she’sa big fan of Lauren Graham from Gilmore Girls fame. She plays Miss Adelaide in this…
How I Met My Wife
OK it’s no secret that I think I married the most wonderful woman, but today I need to especially tell y’all about her. It’s her birthday today and she has…