Diocese of Phoenix launches joint ‘Seat them Safely’ campaign
The statistics are alarming and the tragedies preventable. An unprecedented effort at protecting young lives is underway. The Diocese of Phoenix has joined with The Arizona Republic and other media outlets and local organizations to alert the community about the importance of using car seats for infants and children in a campaign dubbed “Seat Them Safely,” or “Siéntelos Seguros” in Spanish.
Diócesis de Phoenix lanza campaña conjunta ‘Siéntelos Seguros’
Teniendo en cuenta las alarmantes estadísticas y con el fin de proteger la vida de los más vulnerables, como son los niños y los bebés, la Diócesis de Phoenix se une en un esfuerzo sin precedentes con el diario The Arizona Republic, además de otros medios y organizaciones locales del cuidado de la salud, para hacer un llamado a la comunidad sobre la importancia vital del uso de los asientos de seguridad para infantes y niños; a través del lanzamiento de la campaña “Siéntelos Seguros”.
Undercover videos unmask Planned Parenthood, go viral
A series of disturbing undercover videos has thrust abortion giant Planned Parenthood into the spotlight with allegations that it profited from the sale of aborted babies’ body parts. The Center for Medical Progress spent nearly three years gathering secret footage from meetings with Planned Parenthood officials and representatives of Stem Express, a biotech firm. At press time, six videos had gone viral after being released. CMP claims it has at least eight more.
New Mexico bishops laud court decision barring assisted suicide
SANTA FE (CNS) — The Catholic bishops of New Mexico in a joint statement welcomed a ruling by the state’s Court of Appeals that...
Vatican Museums’ app gathers funds and art fans
Part social network and part crowdsourcing, the app lets museum fans communicate with each other, meet museum staff and make donations online.
Mary’s assumption shows life’s aim is to be with God, pope says
"The 'great things' the Almighty has done for her touch us deeply, speak of our journey through life and remind us of the destination that awaits us: the house of the Father," Pope Francis said.
National Youth Arts awards local student actors
Four local actors and two ensemble casts are turning into junior pros on stage.
Vatican U.N. representative reports high interest in papal visit
Requests for copies of Pope Francis' environmental encyclical and the demand for tickets to see him at the United Nations indicate enthusiasm and expectations for Pope Francis' visit are running high, said the Vatican representative.
Ideals worth sacrificing for: Pope to challenge U.S. Congress, U.N.
Along with having a winning smile and a warm embrace, Pope Francis is known for challenging people.
Local parishes team up to help end homelessness, build hope
What one innkeeper was able to do for Joseph and Mary in Bethlehem, local faith communities do every week: offer lodging to families who seek it.
