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May 2019

May 22

Cardinal Sarah blasts ‘lazy’ criticism of Pope Benedict XVI

May 22, 2019

ROME -- Cardinal Robert Sarah has blasted what he called “lazy” and “superficial” reactions bordering on “intellectual hysteria” to Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI’s recent notes on the clerical abuse scandal.

Herman Goodden: Making the most of ‘spiritual weapon’

May 22, 2019

A mere 35 years after my Catholic conversion, I suppose I should be a little embarrassed that it is only now that I am finally getting the hang of the rosary and finding it a very powerful devotional instrument in the way that it commands and directs and focuses my prayer. What took me so long?

'No words to express our shame': Polish bishops apologize for abuse

May 22, 2019

WARSAW, Poland -- The Polish bishops' administrative council met in emergency session May 22 and later admitted the church failed to act against clerical sexual abuse.

Brazilian bishop resigns amid charges

May 22, 2019

SAO PAULO -- Pope Francis has accepted the resignation of a bishop under investigation for extortion, mismanagement of funds and covering up alleged clerical abuse against minors.

May 23

Speaking Out: Beauty in my Viet culture

May 23, 2019

When I was young, I did not clearly understand why every May, Vietnamese girls would dress in the traditional Vietnamese áo dài, hold bouquets of flowers and dance in front of the statue of the Blessed Virgin Mary before Masses in May.

Another setback in conscience fight

May 23, 2019

An Ontario Court of Appeal ruling that upheld limits on health care workers’ conscience rights shows the need for governments legislation to protect those who can’t be part of a procedure that runs up against their moral or religious beliefs, said the executive director of Canadian Physicians for Life.

Editorial: Rights are wronged

May 23, 2019

The executive director of Canadian Physicians for Life spoke for many when she grieved a ruling by Ontario’s highest court that suggested religious rights, in the grand scheme of things, aren’t really a big deal.

Pope Francis tells new ambassadors to foster brotherhood, solidarity

May 23, 2019

VATICAN CITY -- Nations, like individuals, have a "solemn duty" to care for the poor and to work together to promote development, Pope Francis told a group of ambassadors beginning their service at the Vatican.

Argentinian doctor convicted of refusing to perform abortion

May 23, 2019

BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA -- Dr. Leandro Rodríguez Lastra, an OB-GYN in Argentina, was found guilty on Monday of having prevented an abortion, after he decided to save the life of an unborn baby whose mother had taken an abortion pill.

ShareLife helps to break vicious cycle of poverty

May 23, 2019

Amanda Fellows has seen all too closely how generational poverty keeps perpetuating itself.

Youth Speak News Media Retreat Photo Essay

May 23, 2019

St. Michael's Cathedral Basilica is more than just a historical monument. For the faithful people of the Archdiocese of Toronto, it is an expression of honour, worship and tradition.

Cardinal Farrell: Church must promote pastoral approach to human life

May 23, 2019

VATICAN CITY -- To fight a throwaway culture that pressures women to view abortion as the only alternative to a difficult pregnancy, the Catholic Church must be ready to assist, accompany and care for expectant mothers and their families, said U.S. Cardinal Kevin J. Farrell.

An archbishop’s guide to being Catholic

May 23, 2019

If we’re going to be Catholic, it might be useful to know what we’re supposed to be part of and how to be part of it.

May 24

Odds stacked against David Anderson, MP, bill

May 24, 2019

The odds weigh heavily against Bill C-418, Conservative MP David Anderson’s private member’s bill to enshrine conscience rights for health-care providers on assisted suicide, as the first hour of debate is set for Parliament May 29.

True charity means focusing on Jesus and the poor, pope says

May 24, 2019

VATICAN CITY -- The charity of the Catholic Church must be born from prayer before "the fixed tabernacle and mobile tabernacles" -- adoring Jesus in the Eucharist and ministering to him in the poor and needy, Pope Francis said.

Men of faith ... and signs of hope

May 24, 2019

It’s easy for a vocations director in North America to get discouraged. Vocations to the priesthood have been in decline everywhere in the world except Africa since 2012.

One Heart, One Soul campaign benefits are financial and more

May 24, 2019

Activities surrounding the $35-million One Heart, One Soul campaign are multiplying across the Diocese of Hamilton.

Readers Speak Out: May 26, 2019

May 24, 2019

Pioneers As 50 years have passed since the legalization of abortion in Canada, we should acknowledge some of the early pioneers in the fight to stop the passage of this inhumane law.

Pope Francis releases new universal law on abuse reporting

May 24, 2019

VATICAN CITY -- Pope Francis' latest effort to help the Catholic Church safeguard its members from abuse and hold its leaders accountable came in the form of a new universal law, "Vos estis lux mundi" ("You are the light of the world"), which takes effect June 1.

Dying Healed aims for a ‘beautiful death’

May 24, 2019

Most people don’t associate death with beauty, but a pro-life organization is trying to change that.