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“Religion is not a problem for legislators to solve…”
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jmcgee
“Religion, in other words, is not a problem for legislators to solve, but a vital contributor to the national conversation. In this light, I cannot but voice my concern at the increasing marginalization of religion, particularly of Christianity, that is taking place in some quarters, even in nations which place a great emphasis on tolerance.…
Benedict and Jesus: the official portrait
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jmcgee
H/T to Taylor Marshall, who posted the picture below, by Igor V. Babailov, entitled, “The Truth, the Way and the Life.” To my eye, this is a younger-looking Ratzinger than we’re accustomed to seeing in public. I haven’t been able to find out any more information about the portrait or who commissioned it. But if…
Benedict boost: mass attendance up in Isle of Man
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jmcgee
Some heartening news from across the pond: As Pope Benedict XVI begins his papal visit to the UK, Catholic congregations are reporting a rise in numbers in the Isle of Man. The increase is believed to coincide with both his visit and the number of different nationalities settling on the island. The Pope flew into…
Did you miss the mass?
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jmcgee
Have no fear. Every night, the NET will offer a replay, along with special profiles, interviews and analysis — including some pithy insight from “Currents” contributor and uber blogger Rocco Palmo. Visit this link and click on the tab on the upper right corner that says “Watch Now” and you can see the streaming of…
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