by John Freund, CM | Feb 14, 2012 | Church
Here is a Vatican translation of Benedict XVI’s message for Lent 2012. The message is dated Nov. 3 and was released today. The pope outlined his message with three points taken from St. Paul’s letter concern for others reciprocity personal holiness.”...
by John Freund, CM | Feb 14, 2012 | Church
The Archdiocese of Washington website has blog post “To what political party does the Church belong?” that might well be read by media folks of all stripes… as well as Catholics.
by John Freund, CM | Feb 13, 2012 | Church
On February 14, 2012, Catholic Social Ministry Gathering participants will be advocating on Hill. The following Hill Notes and Backgrounders will prepare you to effectively articulate the Catholic position on the following legislative priorities: International...
by John Freund, CM | Jan 29, 2012 | Church, Evangelization, Poverty: Analysis and Responses
 The Pope writes, “Migrants are not only recipients but are also witnesses of proclaiming the Gospel in the contemporary world” “Today we celebrate the World Day of Migrants and Refugees. Millions of people are involved in the phenomenon of...
by John Freund, CM | Jan 28, 2012 | Church, Evangelization
British bishops plan to use the 2012 London Olympic Games to renew interest in the Catholic faith, with initiatives ranging from fighting human trafficking and homelessness to promoting youth ministry and ecumenical dialogue. The Bishops’ Conference of England...
by John Freund, CM | Jan 24, 2012 | Church
In perhaps a delicious piece of irony, a prominent blogger, Beth Kantor, posts about an”Information Diet” as we reflect on Pope Benedict’s message for  “World Communications Day” and his call to recognize “relationship between...