Results from Tag: 'November 22-28, 2009'

Friar Pluck

Father Benedict Groeschel is celebrating the 50th anniversary of his priestly ordination — in the Year for Priests. He reflects on his life in religious life.

‘Power and Grace’

“Power and Grace — the Holy Patrons of Europe,” a new exhibit in Rome, takes the visitor on a journey through the history of the ups and downs of the church-state relationship in Europe.

Gather by the River

Henry Hudson sailed up the Hudson River 400 years ago, in 1609. The Register takes readers on a virtual cruise of the river, stopping in various places where the Church has made an impact.

John Paul’s Multimedia Time Capsule

“A Blessing to One Another” transports visitors back to John Paul’s hometown of Wadowice, Poland, then carries them through four major periods in his life. Each focuses on his friendship and relationship with the Jewish people, including his historic visit to the Holy Land in 2000, and how it has shaped Catholic-Jewish relations.

Stupak Amendment Stays

Catholics, pro-lifers and other grassroots activists helped keep abortion out of health care in the House of Representatives bill. Now they look to the Senate.

Maine Marriage Momentum

New York and New Jersey are contemplating same-sex “marriage” legislation, and traditional-marriage advocates are hoping legislators will be influenced by the recent victory in Maine.