Browse Articles — February 2018 | The Catholic Register

February 1

U.S. Catholic newspapers threatened by tariff on Canadian newsprint

February 1, 2018

WASHINGTON – A 10 percent tariff slapped on imports of Canadian newsprint by the United States is playing havoc with newspaper budgets across the United States, and Catholic newspapers are no exception.

Walking in Jesus’ footsteps

February 1, 2018

The annual Friars’ Student Writing Awards, sponsored by The Catholic Register and the Franciscan Friars of Atonement Graymoor, produced some stellar essays this year, three of which earned special recognition.

Where there is love, there is hope

February 1, 2018

The annual Friars’ Student Writing Awards, sponsored by The Catholic Register and the Franciscan Friars of Atonement Graymoor, produced some stellar essays this year, three of which earned special recognition.

How to multiply the power of God

February 1, 2018

The annual Friars’ Student Writing Awards, sponsored by The Catholic Register and the Franciscan Friars of Atonement Graymoor, produced some stellar essays this year, three of which earned special recognition.

Bubble zones around abortion clinics in effect

February 1, 2018

Ontario’s new 50-metre, protest-free bubble zones around abortion clinics officially came into effect Feb. 1.

Francis Campbell: Making the most from our mulligans

February 1, 2018

I only wish I had a chance to do that all over again.

February 2

Going for God: Vatican invited to attend Olympic opening ceremony

February 2, 2018

VATICAN – For the first time, the International Olympic Committee has invited a Vatican delegation not only to take part in the opening ceremony of the Winter Games, but also to attend its general meeting as an official observer.

Young people are returning to traditional faith practices

February 2, 2018

In a vast sanctuary filled with kneeling Catholics, the light catches on a single ivory veil, draped over the head of a young woman in prayer.

Speaking Out: The problem of perfectionism

February 2, 2018

Recently I found myself struggling while writing a paper for class. I had been focused on a specific section, writing and rewriting a paragraph with seemingly no success. No matter what I tried, I wasn’t satisfied with what I wrote. Frustrated, I stepped away from my laptop to take a break.

February 3

Cardinal Farrell removes LGBT advocates from Vatican-hosted conference

February 3, 2018

VATICAN – Cardinal Kevin Farrell has reportedly barred several speakers set to address an annual women's event inside the Vatican over concerns about their LGBT positions, prompting organizers to find another venue.

God's word on Sunday: We must be ready to change our course

February 3, 2018

Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Feb. 4 (Year B) Job 7:1-4, 6-7; Psalm 147; 1 Corinthians 9:16-19, 22-23; Mark 1:29-39

Report: Situation of persecuted Christians 'deteriorating'

February 3, 2018

There has been some positive news on the global religious freedom front over the last two years, but it is still far from peaceful.

Don't let your screens come before God, encounter, Pope says

February 3, 2018

VATICAN – Pope Francis told consecrated men and women Friday that they are called to have real encounters with their brothers and sisters, and that technology should never have a higher priority than time spent with God and others.

February 5

Pope announces day of prayer, fasting for Congo and South Sudan

February 5, 2018

VATICAN – On Sunday Pope Francis announced that Friday the first full week of Lent would be a day of prayer and fasting for peace given the many ongoing conflicts throughout the world, particularly those in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and South Sudan.

Picking up the #MeToo pieces: Catholic groups help with healing

February 5, 2018

Women have come together and said Me Too. Men and women have come together and said Time’s Up. Now, it is time to ask What’s Next?

Justice after 11-year battle to protect human rights in mining industry

February 5, 2018

“Then Jesus told them a parable about their need to pray always and not to lose heart” (Luke 18:1). So begins the parable of the widow and the unjust judge.

Stop loan sharks with fair lending options, frugal lifestyles, Pope says

February 5, 2018

VATICAN – Usury is a grave sin that must be fought by building more just and humane economic and financial systems as well as by teaching people to live within their means, Pope Francis said.

Pope received letter reporting Bishop Barros in 2015, sex abuse survivor says

February 5, 2018

VATICAN – A Chilean survivor of sexual abuse says that he wrote a letter to Pope Francis in 2015, claiming that Bishop Juan Barros of Chile witnessed abuse perpetrated by his friend, Father Fernando Karadima, and that the Pope failed to act on the letter.

The Woodcroft Family: Passing the puck from the Flying Fathers to the NHL to the Olympics

February 5, 2018

The backyard rink at the Woodcroft home on Cheritan Ave. in north Toronto was one busy locale back in the day.

Report ignores ‘actual’ religious discrimination, civil rights league charges

February 5, 2018

OTTAWA – A government report on religious discrimination has overlooked Ottawa’s own failings, including its conduct in the Canada Summer Jobs controversy, according to the president of the Catholic Civil Rights League.