Commentary
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A National Crisis Hits Home for Catholic Charities
#103504359 / gettyimages.com The dramatic increase in unaccompanied minor children fleeing their homelands for safety in the United States has sparked political and humanitarian concerns. Best information indicates more than half of these children are seeking reunification with family members. Two-thirds are escaping violence and other threatening situations that are grounds for relief under standard immigration rules. This current situation requires a multi-faceted approach: a humanitarian response to the plight of threatened children in the best tradition of our country; sound policies that respect individual rights and ensure a safe and secure border; and an effective system to adjudicate claims in a timely, humane and fair manner. Providing humanitarian help…
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Sister Cristina, Singing Nun, Is A Finalist On ‘The Voice’ Italy
2,000 years ago a preacher named Jesus took his message from the synagogues to the streets, squares and mounts – and attracted a loyal crowd of followers. Today one religious has taken her talent from the sanctuary to the stage – to the attention and delight of millions. I think she’s got the right venue! Let’s allow that preacher’s Spirit to hone and tone the message to exploit contemporary streets Tweets, posts and podcasts – to delight and attract a new crowd of loyal followers. Watch video and read more.
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Affordable Housing Needs the Catholic Community’s Continuing Partnership
The topic of housing was covered extensively in the media this past week. The focus has been the announcement of New York City’s plan to build or preserve 200,000 units of affordable housing. For those who work with low-income individuals and families, there is perhaps no more pressing need. Families have the most difficult time finding decent housing they can afford. Too many families are forced to make choices among essentials – food, rent, or medicine. It was also good that the work of the Catholic Church over the past four decades in building and constructing affordable housing was recognized. Of the many positive things the Church has done to help…
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The Lord’s Prayer: Twelve Tips for The Lord’s Prayer, Phrase-by-Phrase – “Amen”
12. Amen So be it. I’ll be quiet and rest in your peace. If you have something to say: A whisper, a shout; a sound bite or even a text. Just let me know.
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The Lord’s Prayer: Twelve Tips for The Lord’s Prayer, Phrase-by-Phrase – “For Thine is the Kingdom, and the Power and the Glory, Forever and Ever”
11. For Thine is the Kingdom, and the Power and the Glory, Forever and Ever Go, God! Peace, happiness, fulfillment and understanding are yours, When and where they show up, your son and his kingdom tag along – even now Remember I prayed at the beginning: “thy kingdom come?” Help me calm down (not so easy) and be drawn peacefully (harder still) into the mystery of your kingdom’s power and glory – here and now on earth. You made me; you saved me; you love me. Let me bask in you power and glory forever, But now too.