Faith of the Fathers

Tuesday, August 28, 2012

Scotland’s bishops issue pastoral message on marriage : News Headlines - Catholic Culture

The following excerpts are from Catholic Culture's Catholic World News:

The bishops of Scotland have issued a pastoral message on marriage that was read throughout Scottish parishes on August 26.
“We write to you having already expressed our deep disappointment that the Scottish government has decided to redefine marriage and legislate for same-sex marriage,” the bishops stated. “We take this opportunity to thank you for your past support in defense of marriage and hope you will continue to act against efforts to redefine it.”

Irish primate promises vigorous fight against legalizing abortion : News Headlines - Catholic Culture

The following excerpts are from Catholic Culture's Catholic World News:

Any effort to legalize abortion in Ireland will be “vigorously and comprehensively opposed,” the Catholic Primate of All Ireland has promised.
Speaking in Waterford, Cardinal Sean Brady said that there is no need for the Irish government to change abortion law in order to conform to the 2010 judgment of a European court. The court acknowledged the authority of the Irish government to ban abortion, he noted.

Monday, August 27, 2012

Prayer Request For A New Job

As many regular readers know, the past few months have been a financial strain for myself as well as for many of you in this dreadful economy.

I have applied for a new job, as I was just made aware of an opportunity this past Friday. This would be a big improvement for me, and would be a tremendous help. It would also ensure that I have every Sunday off, and would be able to attend Mass every week.

A friend of mine who has been unemployed for awhile has also applied, as there are at least 3 openings.

So please say a prayer on our behalf, and for all affected by the current economic situation.

Thank you all, and may God bless you!

Steve Smith

I am a 68 year old single man from the mountains of Western North Carolina.

Thursday, August 23, 2012

U.S. Report on Combating Gender-Based Violence Fails to Mention Forced Abortions and Sterilizations in China | CNSNews.com

The following excerpts are from CNSNews.com:

The Obama administration’s new strategy to address gender-based violence worldwide makes no mention of China’s one-child policy, which has resulted in millions of forced abortions involving females, forced sterilizations of women and a male population surplus of at least 32 million.
Nor does it mention India, where an average of 11 million abortions take place each year, or around 900,000 a month. Like China, India also faces a skewed gender ratio with nearly 40 million more males than females as a result of the traditional preference for male children.