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Learning From Notre Dame: Catholic Identity is Not Optional

Image of Education is not something the Church adds something to, as though the process of educating were some kind of nakedly secular pursuit which the Church somehow makes “religious”. Rather, education is at the core of the Churches’ saving mission.

Catholic identity requires that the College community understand its ecclesial nature and mission. CHESAPEAKE, Va. (Catholic Online) - ... continue reading


Notre Dame: 2 More Bishops and a College President

Image of No authentically Catholic organization can rightly honor those who act in defiance of our fundamental moral principles, nor should they be given awards, honors, or platforms which would suggest support for their actions until they align themselves with the official teaching of the Roman Catholic Church. (Fr. Cook)

Your decision to provide President Obama with a national platform -- worse yet, to honor him with an honorary doctorate of law degree -- is ... continue reading


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Bishop Doran to Notre Dame: Rescind Obama Invitation or Change your Name

Image of I would ask that you rescind this unfortunate decision and so avoid dishonoring the practicing Catholics of the United States, including those of this Diocese.  Failing that, please have the decency to change the name of the University to something like, The Fighting Irish College or Northwestern Indiana Humanist University. (Bishop Thomas Doran)

This decision of your flies in the face of the expressed directive of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops.I would ask that you ... continue reading


Professor Charles E. Rice on the Notre Dame Controversy

Image of Incidentally, Professor Mary Ann Glendon, the Laetare Medal recipient, would make a better use of her time at the Grotto than as a warm-up or wind-up act at Commencement.

The invitation should be withdrawn. It implies no personal animosity to suggest that Fr. Jenkins and the other Fellows and Trustees ... continue reading


Catholic Universities: A Question of Identity

Image of The controversy over the invitation of President Barack Obama to the University of Notre Dame has placed at the forefront once more the debate over the identity of Catholic universities.

There is a culture war going on in Catholic higher education and a new book addresses the roots of it. ROME (Zenit) - The controversy over ... continue reading


Notre Dame Faces Groundswell of Outrage

Notre Dame Professor McInerny said: Notre Dame has forfeited its right to call itself a Catholic university. NOTRE DAME, Indiana ... continue reading



BC Theology Dept. Hosting 'Jesus Christ as Grand Marshall of Queer America'?

In terms of Catholicism, Russo believes that the laity of the Church and liberation theology have been more open to the queer community ... continue reading


‘Bishop who knows how to Bishop’: Bishop Martino Refuses Misericordia University

Image of We invite our readers throughout the world to pray for Bishop Martino, that he would have the courage he needs, in the face of some virulent opposition, to insist that Catholic institutions act and remain Catholic.

Bishop has a responsibility to judge how all Catholic institutions in his diocese are upholding the principles of authentic Catholic ... continue reading


Maryland Coalition Against Pornography Condemns Georgetown U

We condemn Georgetown University leaders for promoting sexual perversions that are physically, emotionally and spiritually harmful. ... continue reading


Bishop Martino Speaks on Authentic Diversity and Catholic Identity, Stands Firm

Image of I voiced my “absolute disapproval” of Misericordia’s hosting of Keith Boykin not because of his sexual orientation, but because he is a well known proponent of morality that is disturbingly opposed to Catholic teaching, such as homosexual relations and same sex marriage.

My job as a Bishop is to promulgate the authentic teaching of the Catholic Church to all the faithful. I will continue to do so. SCRANTON, ... continue reading


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Chaplain Reveals Unrest at Columbia University Caused by Communists

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Father Roger Landry, a Catholic chaplain serving at Columbia University, has voiced concerns over the involvement of external groups in the ... continue reading


Jonathan Roumie to Deliver Commencement Address at The Catholic University of America

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Actor and voice artist Jonathan Roumie has been announced as the keynote speaker for The Catholic University of America†s Class of 2024 ... continue reading


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Catholic Universities Face Ethical Concerns Over Health Plans that Covers Abortion

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California Catholic universities have found themselves at the intersection of faith, ethics, and legal mandates as they grapple with ... continue reading


All Students Left Behind? Virginia proposal could STOP gifted students from progress in math

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The Virginia Department of Education is moving to eliminate accelerated math courses before grade 11, "to improve equity in mathematics ... continue reading


Education Partnership Reduces Tuition, Increases Support for Military

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Divine Mercy University (DMU) is excited to announce its partnership with the Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA (AMS). DMU will ... continue reading


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