In response to this question, 89 percent of respondents said they were in favor of the legalization of marijuana, either for medicinal purposes only (17 percent) or for both medicinal and recreational use (72 percent). Some respondents said that the medical benefits of marijuana need to be acknowledged and noted that legalization would help people […]
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Changing Consciousness Re “A Call to Prayer,” by Tim Shriver (1/7): Father Thomas Keating changed the consciousness of many of us who have rested in God through “centering prayer.” His great quality of humility models for us a new way of being in our divided world. My father died last week, and I can attest […]
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How does your parish welcome people with disabilities?
Respondents reported a variety of accommodations for people with disabilities in their parishes, while also calling on their communities to do more to support parishioners with special needs.
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What is your favorite Christmas film?
Presented with 10 films and television specials, readers had a variety of favorites.
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How do you incorporate charity into your holiday traditions?
When asked who they donate money to, respondents mostly named local organizations, such as those that support the homeless.
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I see what the author speaks of and realize that they are all gifts God has placed in our lives to show God’s presence and grace.
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Does political rhetoric incite violence?
Respondents cited current events as evidence for how irresponsible political rhetoric can result in violence.
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“Am I interested and concerned about the widening sex abuse scandal? Heck yes. It deeply grieves me. But I trust God’s work within our church.”
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Has the sexual abuse crisis affected your donations to the church?
“If they care about money above all, maybe they will listen to our outrage more once they suffer financially.”
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What should the church do to reach out to young people?
“The church should provide opportunities for young people to live out their faith in the world, not just keep it in a building during class or Mass.”