Gaining a renewed and deeper understanding of Mary’s nurturing and caring side is something he said the church, especially in today’s climate, could certainly use.
Carol Zimmermann - Catholic News Service
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Trump signs order to give faith groups stronger voice in government
The initiative will provide recommendations for faith-based programs to partner with the government to fight poverty.
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Mother killed on Southwest flight was firm believer in Catholic schools
Riordan, a Wells Fargo executive from New Mexico, was a “thoughtful leader who has long been a part of the fabric of our community.”
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Supreme Court examines freedom of speech at crisis pregnancy centers
Justices seemed skeptical about a law that requires pro-life pregnancy centers to visibly display information about abortions.
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National School Walkout is time of prayer for many Catholic schools
Most Catholic schools across the country did not sanction walkouts, but planned to support youth-led advocacy through prayer.
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Students experience ‘heightened anxiety’ after Parkland shooting
“It’s the things you don’t even think about, things that will trigger the emotions. Teachers won’t know what to expect.”
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Team USA hockey captain played for Catholic schools
Brian Gionta led Boston College to the national championships in 2001.
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U.S. Olympic women’s hockey team includes five Boston College players
Five players on the US Olympic team’s roster of 23 are from the Jesuit-run school — two are recent graduates and three are current students taking a leave of absence for the Pyeongchang Games.
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How can the Catholic Church advance healing in the #MeToo movement?
Part of the church’s role can’t help but stem from lessons learned in the abuse crisis.
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97 years later, the largest Catholic church in America is finally finished
The ‘crown jewel’ of the basilica, the Trinity Dome, was dedicated Friday. It’s made of more than 14 million pieces of Venetian glass.