August 25, 2014

August 25, 2014
August 25, 2014 Church pleads for end to ‘systematic violence’ in Iraq Old Testament story brings virtue, faith in Fringe drama WCR changes lineup of columnists WCR subscription price will rise in October Teachers, parents, kids cheer as school opens 3 weeks early Francis pleads for Korean unity and reconciliation Don’t let materialism distract the Church, pope tells bishops Militant attacks haunt Iraqi refugees Pro-life walkers found more support than rejection Sri Lankan Oblate served CSS faithfully for nearly 40 years Catholics fought against bigotry Knights show their love for the poor K of C’s Wally Streit wins Top Recruiter Award for fifth time Skaro’s Marian pilgrimage draws newcomers, lifelong devotees Mary’s fidelity is antidote to ‘treadmill society’ – Smith New stamp shows photo of Sisters of St. Joseph Outspoken priest served as Bloc MP Leading Knight named Canada’s ambassador to the Holy See Austin Mardon: Science, religion can walk hand and hand Lasha Morningstar: Leave a proud legacy by resurrecting your dreams for life Dr. Gerry Turcotte: A gift of plagues for our supporters and a cross-eyed bear for Jesus Joe Gunn: Summit a chance to push leaders to fight climate change Mark Pickup: Suffering can break one’s pride, bring consolation and joy Sr. Louise Zdunich: Can devotions help us be aware of God? Fr. Ron Rolheiser: Aging bodies enable souls to deepen, mellow and mature Editorial: Legalization of marijuana would be folly Readings August 31, 2014: Protect us from false words of reassurance Readings September 7, 2014: Proclaim the hard truth with courage Vatican II: Eastern churches gain greater respect