The meeting of Catholic bishops advances talks on controversial reforms, reminiscent of revolutionary efforts by Paul in the 1960s.
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Bishops scrap welcome to gays in sign of split
Bishops fail to approve a watered-down section on ministering to gays that stripped away the welcoming tone contained in a draft document earlier in the week.
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Reflections: Morning swim turns into best spiritual practice
Each breath and stroke becomes its own prayer and meditation.
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Saturday 100th Anniversary Celebration, 4 p.m., Mass with Bishop Robert P. Deeley and several priests who served at the church. St. Catherine of Sienna Church, 32 Paris St., Norway. A reception will follow in the parish hall and will feature a slide show commemorating the church’s history. Sunday “Art for Mission,” 9 a.m. to 12:30 […]
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Vatican’s overture to gays weakened in translation
An initial English version drew such criticism that a new, watered-down translation is issued.
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‘Sister Wives’ lawsuit ruling goes to federal appeals court
The Utah attorney general’s office challenges the landmark decision that removed the threat of arrest for plural marriages in Utah.
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Church shifts tone on gay Catholics
Bishops at a Vatican meeting discuss providing better spiritual care to Catholic homosexuals.
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Reflections: Simple lessons in kindness come from different sources
What dear departed Dad said differs little from the comments of children and grandkids.
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Saturday Erica Brown and the Bluegrass Connection will perform at 7 p.m. at the Raymond Village Community Church, 27 Main St., Raymond Center; $12. Reservations: 939-7947. Tickets will be available at the door on the day of the show. Contact: Frank Morrison at 627-3351 or email at [email protected]. Sunday Stevens Avenue Congregational Church Praise Band […]
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Latin America feeling ‘Francis effect’
The pope’s changes are winning him grassroots support, while rattling the church’s bishops.