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Archbishop Bernard Hebda has invited every Catholic in the archdiocese to become an “Archdiocesan Jubilee Pilgrim” by visiting seven or more parishes through Oct. 12, such as the Cathedral of St. Paul in St. Paul, the Basilica of St. Mary in Minneapolis, and any of the oldest or most recently renovated churches in the archdiocese.
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A federal court on July 18 temporarily blocked a new law in Washington state requiring clergy to report child abuse or neglect without exceptions for clergy-penitent privilege.
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Pope Leo recently echoed a phrase used by Pope Francis: “Politics is one of the highest forms of charity because it serves the common good.” When considering how to best love our neighbor, becoming a politician or running for a local board or commission is not likely top of mind. But in these roles, we can live out the charge shared by our current and recent popes to help bring about the common good in our communities.
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During a segment of the “Practicing Catholic” radio show set to air at 9 p.m. July 18 on Relevant Radio 1330 AM, Paul Wagner, a father of eight, said, “The Lord has blessed me so much with eight children. … I have the privilege to be able to be their father just to experience their humanity, the beauty of them, their unique differences."
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In talking about the 1965 film “The Sound of Music,” Zach Jansen, the digital content producer for the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis, said he believes it resonates with audiences today because it is a film about good versus evil.
- Josh McGovern
Archbishop Bernard Hebda has invited every Catholic in the archdiocese to become an “Archdiocesan Jubilee Pilgrim” by visiting seven or more parishes through Oct. 12, such as the Cathedral of St. Paul in St. Paul, the Basilica of St. Mary in Minneapolis, and any of the oldest or most recently renovated churches in the archdiocese.
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During the “Practicing Catholic” radio program set to debut at 9 p.m. July 18 on Relevant Radio 1330 AM, The Catholic Spirit photographer Dave Hrbacek talks about his coverage of a newly ordained priest, Father Zachary Ochsenbauer, and the journey of Father Ochsenbauer’s family.
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A federal court on July 18 temporarily blocked a new law in Washington state requiring clergy to report child abuse or neglect without exceptions for clergy-penitent privilege.
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Patrick Conley, host of the "Practicing Catholic" radio show for the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis for nine years, has announced he is stepping down from the role; two new co-hosts of the show have been named.
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I was sitting at work, eating my lunch alone, when I overheard a line from the next table: "Kids need lots of people who love them."
At the time I was still far from parenthood, working at Catholic Charities as an intern for the Catholic Campaign for Human Development while I was in graduate school. But my husband and I were hoping for a baby, trying for a baby, and praying for a baby. Every day, my thoughts were consumed with children, even if my life was still far from them.
- Dave Hrbacek
Sister Maria Ivana Begovic will be entering her seventh year as principal of St. Croix Catholic School in Stillwater. A few years ago, the school was struggling financially and she made a call that helped not only finances but enrollment.
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While not as bloodsoaked as some slasher flicks, "I Know What You Did Last Summer" (Columbia) has a sadistic streak. As a disguised, metal hook-wielding murderer preys on a quintet of young adult pals, viewers are invited to relish long scenes of the victims' torturous suffering.
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When I first birthed a baby without drugs, I was convinced I was dying.
Pain climbed in waves, contractions piling on top of each other so quickly I could barely breathe. "I can't do this," I wailed to my husband.
But then I saw the spark in my midwife's eyes. "You're in transition," she said, her gaze steady. "This baby is almost here -- believe me."
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- The Catholic Spirit
As a youngster growing up, I recall that when I went out with friends, my mom would tell me to make sure that I returned home before it got to be too dark and too late. I’d respond in the affirmative, interpreting her request based on my own preferences and lifestyle: too dark meant I couldn’t see, but there was plenty of light from the streetlights; too late meant before I got too tired and exhausted, but I’m a night owl so that meant that I just needed to return home before 1 a.m.
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- The Catholic Spirit
Pope Leo recently echoed a phrase used by Pope Francis: “Politics is one of the highest forms of charity because it serves the common good.” When considering how to best love our neighbor, becoming a politician or running for a local board or commission is not likely top of mind. But in these roles, we can live out the charge shared by our current and recent popes to help bring about the common good in our communities.
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