December 17

December 17, 2012
December 17, 2012 Fr. Hysell overcomes the last obstacle Catholic Cemeteries brightens up Christmas Church must bring about change Chatlain surprised to be named an archbishop Live the ecumenical gift of exchange Apps just might bring us closer to Jesus New Rules call all Christians to exercise charity – cardinal Immaculate Conception is Good News – pope Former Anglicans get a Canadian dean Evangelizing society and politics New missionary spirit needed in Americas, says Benedict People need help in developing from 'initial moment of faith,' says preacher Irish oppose abortion Archbishop Richard Smith: The deaf a reminder of the power of silence John Acheson: Catholic education battles secular push in today's society Paul van der Bosch: Parents must be engaged in children's education Sharon Espeseth: A holy night to remember Bob McKeon: Prison chaplains witness the right to religious freedom Dr. Gerry Turcotte: Pushing the envelope to give of ourselves Sr. Louise Zdunich: What can I do instead of buying presents? Fr. Ron Rolheiser: Note in a bottle tossed into a literary sea is read around the world Editorial: Word made Flesh overcomes secularism with power of grace Readings: Christmas – a time to bless our gift of life Vatican II: Vatican II Catholics have a spirituality rooted in the bible

December 17, 2012