by John Freund, CM | Sep 10, 2013 | Justice and Peace
On September 11, 2001, the unthinkable happened to those of us who live in the United States. That day and the days that followed are forever etched in our memories. During that time, we learned so many things we wish we could forget. But even in the darkest moments,...
by Beth | Sep 8, 2012 | Justice and Peace
On September 11, 2001, the unthinkable happened to those of us who live in the United States. That day and the days that followed are forever etched in our memories. During that time, we learned so many things we wish we could forget. But even in the darkest moments,...
by John Freund, CM | Sep 4, 2011 | Justice and Peace
This little known monument, “To the Struggle Against World Terrorism,” dedicated on the fifth anniversary of 9/11, gives some expression to the magnitude of grief occasioned by the events of 9/11. It is a gift from President Vladimir Putin, the people of Russia and...
by John Freund, CM | May 5, 2011 | Church
(CNA/EWTN News).- The Vatican says it does not rejoice in the death of Osama bin Laden. “Faced with the death of a man, a Christian never rejoices, but reflects on the serious responsibility of each and every one of us before God and before man, and hopes and commits...
by John Freund, CM | Sep 11, 2009 | Justice and Peace
A message from the Pontifical Council for Interreligious Dialogue to Muslims for the end of Ramadan proposes a “common code of ethics” to alleviate poverty. May dialogue mobilize the vital forces of those who are on a journey to God. “The poor...
