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February 8, 2016
February 8, 2016 Lent is more than giving up Bishops continue fight against provincial guidelines Archbishop Smith recounts his joyful welcome in India Share Lent promotes a Climate of Change Vatican cuts purse strings to the North Eastern Ontario diocese may be merged with Ottawa Christianity is running on fumes, says Barron Archbishop Smith's statement on provincial guidelines Joy resounds as Corpus Christi opens its doors Lavoie shares story of boiling anger against his father Communication should build bridges, says pope Don't confuse marriage with other forms of union Canada's first Syriac bishop to put priority on aiding newcomers One World . . . One Centre eases refugees into schools Mireau's sacred fire still enflames Catholic youth God loves beauty Lent: A privileged moment to celebrate mercy Oblates born to evangelize Muslim leaders support minority rights Iraqi patriarch details growing persecution English cardinal warns teachers of Islamic State recruitment Those who suffer are chosen to be saints Lent is time for works of mercy, says Francis Quebec Holy Door opened with ceremony for Year of Mercy Let Holy Spirit speak in Alta. Schools' gender discussion Children should be allowed medical help to commit suicide, says law prof Dougles Roche: All over the world, a culture of peace is taking root Bob McKeon: Church develops innovative solution for aging building Dr. Gerry Turcotte: Ashes prepare way for 40-day journey to Easter Fr. Ron Rolheiser: Bow your heads and pray for God's blessing Editorial: La Loche slayings call for a new covenant with First Nations Editorial: Daily newspapers formed communities World needs to preserve its water supplies: Headline Readings February 14, 2016: Jesus' cross calls us to battle against evil Readings February 21, 2016: Peak experience can sustain you Jesus Christ: Life of the World: Exorcisms destroy power of social forces of oppression

February 8, 2016