Monthly Archives: June 2019

Pope: The poor show us the face of Christ

Posted on June 15, 2019 by editor

Pope Francis’ message for the Third World Day of the Poor was released yesterday. The day will be observed on Sunday 17th November. The theme for this year’s World Day of the Poor is: “The hope of the poor shall … Continue reading →

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Christians must offer real hope to the most vulnerable, pope says

Posted on June 14, 2019 by editor

The option for those who are least, those whom society discards, is a priority that Christ’s followers are called to pursue, Pope Francis has said.

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“The Devil is Smiling”. Where are our Shepherds?

Posted on June 11, 2019 by Jerome Novotny

Abortion’s “slippery slope” continues to expand throughout the world and the crack in the wall gets bigger. The most shocking news took place recently in the United States. The headlines read, “NY governor signs sweeping new abortion law that allows abortions … Continue reading →

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Number of newborns in Japan fell to record low while population dropped faster than ever in 2018

Posted on June 8, 2019 by editor

The number of newborns in Japan hit a record low of 918,397 in 2018, staying below the 1 million mark for the third year in a row, a government survey showed Friday.

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Bring forth the fruits of the Good News – Pentecost 2019!

Posted on June 7, 2019 by editor

My dear Brother Bishops, Pentecost 2019! We are indeed blessed with the renewed call made by our dear Holy Father Pope Francis on the occasion of Pentecost 2019 “to pray for a truly missionary conversion of the whole Church.” Pentecost … Continue reading →

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What Does Saint Thomas Say About Immigration?

Posted on June 2, 2019 by editor

In looking at the debate over immigration, it is almost automatically assumed that the Church’s position is one of unconditional charity toward those who enter the nation, legally or illegally.

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