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Am I a bigot for supporting Chick-fil-a?

The recent media firestorm surrounding comments made by Dan Cathy, Chick-fil-a CEO, has brought a greater focus on the implications of a person’s personal views regarding marriage. A Google search on...

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American Nuns vs. the Vatican?

Especially after my post regarding the book A Framework For Christian Sexual Ethics by Sister Margaret Farley, several of you have asked about my perspective regarding the Vatican’s recent comments...

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Does Ireland need abortion to save the lives of women? (updated)

Last month, a 31 year old woman, Savita Halappanavar checked into a hospital in Ireland due to extreme back pain.  She was 17 weeks pregnant.  Tragically, she passed away in the hospital as did the...

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Reflections on the Resignation of Pope Benedict XVI

Shortly after he left the house this morning, my husband called me.  I expected him to say something like “can you please feed the dogs?” or “remember to pick up some milk” (I work from home)....

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Ashes on your head … what’s in the heart?

Today is Ash Wednesday.  Chances are, you’ll see a handful of people walking around with a dirty, black smudge or cross on their foreheads.  One of my friends shared this picture on her Facebook of the...

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What does the Church need in the next Pope?

Soon the Cardinals in Rome will announce the conclave to elect the Pope. The world has been speculating ... "What do Catholics want in a Pope?" Perhaps the question we should ask is "What does the...

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Breaking News: Pope Francis is a Sinner

In his recent interview, Pope Francis calls for a different way of discussing morality issues within the Church. But he also shares something else ....

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The Leprosy of the Catholic Church, according to Pope Francis

According to Pope Francis, there is a leprosy that is plaguing the church. And I'll give you a hint - it's not what you expect it to be.

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An open letter to women who have left the Catholic Church

Being a Catholic woman is rarely easy, and I'm here to share with you that there is an online community of women who are here for you.

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The Joy of Lent

I know it’s been several months since I’ve last blogged, and for that I apologize (or maybe some of you are thankful?) Yesterday was Ash Wednesday.  Many of you may have noticed coworkers or people out...

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