Daily Archives: 16 November 2014

Synod on the Family 10: Maturity and Population

We continue our series on the final document of the 2014 extraordinary synod. Today, the bishops elaborate a bit more on yesterday’s discussion on affectivity, the search for self-realization. 10. Cultural tendencies in today’s world seem to set no limits on a … Continue reading

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Boston Archbishop on the 60, with an Update

Anybody watching 60 Minutes tonight? Preview here. Bishop Finn mentioned as unfit to teach Sunday School. Cardinal O’Malley on the LCWR: “Disaster.” Comments? Update: Full segment here.

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DPPL 128: The Cross in Perspective

Two important themes exist in this section. First, the devotion to relics of the Cross: 128. The various and numerous devotions to the crucified Christ acquire a special significance in those churches dedicated to the mystery of the Cross or … Continue reading

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