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January 2012Full Events Calendar
U.S.A Rising Catholic Tide of Resistance May Determine the U.S. Presidential Electionby Keith A. FournierCatholics in the United States are rising up in a Tide of Resistance to the unjust actions and edicts of the Obama Administration. They might determine the outcome of the 2012 Presidential election ... 
EUROPEMissionary Pope Calls Catholics to Preach the Gospel and Bring all Nations to Jesusby Deacon Keith Fournier"The mission ad gentes (to the gentiles, or unbelievers) should be, also today, the constant horizon and paradigm of every ecclesial activity, because the very identity of the Church is ... 
LIVING FAITHCatholic Social teaching: Dignity of Work - Christ Working for Christby Andrew M. Greenwell,Esq.The Church therefore sees human work from three dimensions: the objective, the subjective, and the social. The first looks first at the work and not ... 
CELEBRITY'Sweathog' Robert Hegyes dies from heart attackby Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)Long before Bart Simpson, the "sweathogs" on TV's "Welcome Back Kotter" were under-acheivers, and proud of it ma-an. That Seventies TV show focused on a class of likable would-be dropouts in an ... 
BUSINESS & ECONOMICSBill Gates donates $750 million to battle AIDS, tuberculosis and malariaby Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates has announced that the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation will donate $750 million into the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria. The announcement ... 
BUSINESS & ECONOMICSAT&T remains dependent on iPhone to stay afloatby Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)AT&T Inc. activated 7.6 million of them in the latest quarter, or one out of every five iPhones sold globally. AT&T remains deeply indebted to the iPhone to gain and keep customers. A promise by ... 
LOCAL NEWSObama visits Disney, pledges more tourismby Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)President Obama visited Disney World on Thursday and promised to open the state to more tourism. Orlando thrives on tourism, so an influx will mean more jobs for locals. 
U.S.Pope Warns US Bishops of Radical Secularism, Threats to Religious Freedomby Deacon Keith FournierGrave threats to the Church's public moral witness presented by a radical secularism which finds increasing expression in the political and cultural spheres.The seriousness of these threats needs ... 
AMERICASMany skeptical about Guatemala's new presidentby Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)Many are skeptical about the claims of Guatemala's new president, retired general Otto Pérez Molina. Making campaign promises to deal with crime with a firm hand, or "mano dura" is giving rise to ... 
LIVING FAITHThe Word of God Worked: Understanding the Dignity of All Human Workby Andrew M. Greenwell, Esq.The Compendium of the Social Doctrine of the Church begins its section on work with a reflection of the Biblical view of work and man's relationship to ... 
CELEBRITYCelebrity chef Paula Deen comes out of the diabetic closetby Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)Southern celebrity chef Paula Deen has come out of the closet as a type 2 diabetic, after being diagnosed with the condition for three years. Appearing on the Today Show, Deen wished to address ... 
BUSINESS & ECONOMICSJobless claims drop to a four-year lowby Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)Unemployment benefits dropped to near a four-year low in the latest week, government data revealed. The latest figures proved that the U.S. job market has gained a bit of momentum. The Labor ... 
LOCAL NEWSSalvation Army at war with bed bugsby Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)The Orlando Salvation Army is doing all it can not to let the bed bugs bite. Their men's shelter in Orlando has been temporarily closed because of an infestation of bed bugs. 
U.S.Catholic Online Launches Virtual Pilgrimage Site Dedicated to Mary, the Mother of Godby Deacon Keith FournierThere is a treasure found in the life example and message of the little Virgin of Nazareth. Mary, Mother of God is a virtual pilgrimage site ... 
AMERICASHaitian girls sell themselves to survive: World says 'mission accomplished'by Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)On the second anniversary of the earthquake that devastated Haiti in 2010, Catholic Online published an article explaining that despite the allocation of billions of dollars in aid to that country's ... 
MARRIAGE & FAMILYAmericans growing increasingly aware of class conflictby Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)The scruffy brigades of the Occupy Wall Street movement - composed of the homeless, activists and just plain disgruntled American public - have made a significant impact on the national psyche. ... 
MOVIES'Devil Inside' rakes in millions, inspires audiences to boo and hiss at endingby Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)While most "found footage" horror films such as "Paranormal Activity" and "The Blair Witch Project" make the majority of their audiences scream with delight, this past weekend's "The Devil ... 
BUSINESS & ECONOMICSCompanies exempt from federal income tax growing dailyby Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)The numbers of companies that pay no federal income tax are growing daily. According to the Wall Street Journal, he companies are taking advantage of a special structure that passes profits along ... 
LOCAL NEWSAmway Arena to be shuttered with a bangby Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)Orlando residents may get one last blast out of the Amway Arena this March, when the site is slated for demolition. Developers have announced they will use explosives to demolish the arena. 
U.S.U.S. teen who claimed to be from Colombia to return statesideby Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)The highly unlikely story - where a 15-year-old girl in the U.S. claimed to be a woman in Colombia, whereupon she was extradited to that South American country to begin life under an assumed name ... 
EUROPEChurch 'Sees Through the Fog': Abp Dolan Among 22 New Cardinals to Help Steer the Barque of Peterby Deacon Keith Fournier"Western civilization seems to have lost its way, it is sailing blind. But the Church, through the Word of God, sees through this fog" said Pope Benedict XVI. To help him steer the Barque of Peter in ... 
LIVING FAITHFr. Paul Schenck Reflects on the Feast of Mary, the Mother of Godby Fr. Paul SchenckIn order to win us back to himself, to "reclaim" us and restore us in love, God chose to become one of us, to know us up close and personal. He "descended" into our world - with us, beside us. Just ... 
BOOKSInterview: Fr. Robert Spitzer - Equipping the Church to Combat the Culture of Deathby Randy SlyAmerica has stopped reasoning and principled thinking. That is my conviction after reading "Ten Universal Principles" by Fr. Robert Spitzer. Fancy word crafting, personal attacks and other ... 
BOOKSBook Review: Man To Man: A Real Priest Speaks To Real Menby F. K. Bartels"Real men are constantly challenged by a culture that is sexually out of control. . . . My dear brothers in the Lord, I know that as married men you are challenged every day. I am writing to you in ... 
BUSINESS & ECONOMICSMcDonald's fast food shows strong on stock marketby Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)It was a topsy-turvy year for the U.S. stock market - one in which a longtime fast-food institution took one of the top spots and one of America's most trusted banks began to sputter and fall. 
BUSINESS & ECONOMICSBrazil overtakes Britain as world's sixth largest economyby Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)According to a London-based research group, Brazil has overtaken Britain as the world's sixth largest economy, according to a London-based research group. The shift is part of a larger trend ... 
CELEBRITYMovie star Cheetah the chimpanzee dies at 80by Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)He was one of the few movies stars of the 1930s that made it into the 21st century - it must have been an awful lot of bananas! Cheetah the chimpanzee, the sidekick in the Tarzan movies of the early ... 
MARRIAGE & FAMILYFeast of the Holy Family: Learning to Love, Pray and Live in the School of Nazarethby Deacon Keith FournierJesus spent 30 of his 33 earthly years in Nazareth. Some spiritual writers have called these the 'hidden years', because there is so little written about them in the Gospel narratives. However, ... 
ASIA PACIFICChina now third most toured nation, poll findsby Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)Mainland China was an impenetrable nation for many years during the Cold War. China has since relaxed guidelines for international visitors, and it has definitely been to the nation's benefit. ... 
U.S.Mexican drug cartels recruiting American teens, children for smugglingby Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)Mexican drug cartels are increasingly using children, young adults and teens from Southern California to smuggle drugs across the border and carry out other illicit work for the criminal ... 
LOCAL NEWSArmy reservists home for the holidaysby Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)There was an especially welcome gift under the Christmas tree for families of the Army Reserves 196th Transportation Company. The reservists are home in time to spend Christmas with their ... 
BUSINESS & ECONOMICSBank of America resolves discrimination lawsuit with $335 million payoutby Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)Bank of America has agreed to pay $335 million to resolve allegations that its Countrywide unit engaged in discrimination against qualified African-American and Hispanic borrowers on home loans. ... 
MOVIESAn Interview with 'War Horse' Star Jeremy Irvineby Peggy BowesI recently screened the film "War Horse" and was impressed with Jeremy's performance. He brings depth to the character of Albert, exuding boyish charm and enthusiasm as well as courage, dignity ... 
LIVING FAITHGirl swept away in tsunami reunited with familyby Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)A girl who survived after being swept away in the Indian Ocean tsunami seven years ago has been tearfully reunited with her family, who had since given up hope of ever seeing her - alive or dead, ... 
AFRICADispute over mine has Sierra Leone in crisisby Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)The people of Sierra Leone are engaged in a bitter debate over how best to manage that country's precious natural resources. At the heart of that debate is contention over the Gola Rainforest, an ... 
U.S.Wake up call: 1 in 3 U.S. teens will be arrested, study saysby Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)There is shocking news about the state of the United States' teenagers and young adults. A new study estimates that roughly one in three U.S. youths will be arrested for a non-traffic offense by ... 
LOCAL NEWSLargest balloon in US takes flight over Orlandoby Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)Orlando Balloon Rides has sent a massive new balloon on its maiden flight over central Florida. It is the largest balloon in the United States and will give rides to the public starting tomorrow. 
MOVIESFiercely independent film producer diesby Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)Fiercely independent, he changed American film forever with some rules-breaking features such as "Easy Rider," "Five Easy Pieces" and "The Last Picture Show." Movie producer Bert Schneider has died ... 
LIVING FAITHMiracle! Paralyzed woman walks again after traffic accidentby Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)Two years ago, 27-year-old Monique van der Vorst was paralyzed. Unable to walk since the ago of 13, Van der Vorst was mowed down by a speeding bicyclist. she suddenly developed a tingling in her legs ... 
AMERICASCeremonial offering found at Mexican pyramidby Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)Archaeologists in Mexico say they have found a ceremonial offering at the Pyramid of the Sun that may have been used nearly 2,000 years ago to consecrate the structure before its construction. 
U.S.Famous Iraq POW war veteran to begin teaching careerby Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)Jessica Lynch is now a proud mother, set on receiving her teaching credential shortly. The majority of the world recognizes her as the 19-year-old girl on the stretcher who was rescued after ... 
MARRIAGE & FAMILYFewer Americans found to be tying the knotby Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)Far fewer Americans are jumping the broom, tying the knot, getting' hitched. A new study has found the institution of marriage is becoming far less popular in the United States, and those who do ... 
BUSINESS & ECONOMICSHappy Holidays? One in two Americans are now poor or low incomeby Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)It's next to impossible to have a happy holiday this season as the Census Bureau reports that a record number of Americans - one in two, or nearly half are living in poverty or are considered low ... 
U.S.Recent rover discovery may confirm liquid water on Marsby Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)If confirmed, the latest discovery from the Mars rover Opportunity would be the most unambiguous signal of water activity ever found on Mars by this mission. Slivers of a bright material, beamed ... 
EUROPEPilgrim Pope: Pope Benedict XVI to Visit Cuba, Perhaps Mexico in 2012by Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)Pope Benedict XVI will visit the Communist-run island of Cuba in spring of 2012. It will be the first trip to Cuba by a pontiff since John Paul II's historic tour in 1998. The exact date of the ... 
LIVING FAITHFr Paul Schenck: Immaculate Conception Tells us Who Mary Is and Who We Areby Fr. Paul SchenckThe Immaculate Conception tells us not only about Mary, who she is and what she represents, but it also tells us about each and every one of us, about ourselves and our own lives. Mary was made ... 
MUSICA picture with Elvis is worth more than a thousand wordsby Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)There's no mistaking the young Elvis, giving his trademark whiplash smile to the camera. A beautiful brunette, who just so happened to be Elvis' Tennessee sweetheart, likewise gives a radiant smile. ... 
BUSINESS & ECONOMICSNext-day mail delivery to become limited, USPS saysby Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)"This isn't a change we're happy about," Art Sackler, executive director of the National Postal Policy Council, a trade group for large mailers says. The U.S. Postal Service has announced an ... 
LOCAL NEWSFrito-Lay rolls out electric delivery trucks in Orlandoby Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)Frito-Lay has announced that 10 new electric trucks will take to the streets in Orlando. The company plans to launch the nation's largest fleet of all-electric commercial delivery trucks in North ... 
MIDDLE EASTCivil war erupting in Syriaby Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)With over 4,000 people dead, and soldiers defecting from the Syrian army in record numbers, some United Nations officials are announcing that Syria is in a state of civil war. 
ASIA PACIFICClinton in Myanmar for historic visitby Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)Hillary Clinton's high-level visit with members of Myanmar's government is the first high-level visit by a U.S. official in half a century. Myanmar President Thein Sein hailed a "new chapter in ... 
LIVING FAITHACLU blasts Apple's virtual assistant to get directions for abortionsby Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)The ACLU is complaining, this time because Apple's popular new virtual assistant, Siri, can't direct you to an abortion clinic. The group has launched an online petition asking people to flood Apple ... 
TELEVISION'Game of Your Life': Good Movie, Good Message!by Randy SlyDon't' miss "Game of Your Life" on Friday night as Family Movie Night wraps up its second year providing great entertainment that families can enjoy together. Over the past year, FMN has heard from ... 
BUSINESS & ECONOMICSReport: Federal Reserve lent banks nearly $8 trillion during 2007-2009 crisesby Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)Throughout the 2007 - 2009 financial crises, major American banks assured the public that everything was fine - while at the same time approaching the Federal Reserve to borrow $7.77 trillion. ... 
LOCAL NEWSGrant given to prepare SunRail projectby Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)The Federal Government is giving a $2.4 million grant to an Orlando planning agency so development for a 17 stop metro rail can be completed. The SunRail commuter train will connect housing ... 
U.S.Tons of drugs were smuggled through amazing tunnel networkby Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)Traffickers smuggled tons of marijuana from Mexico into the United States through a sophisticated tunnel system that snaked the length of four football fields, authorities said. Set in a ... 
EUROPEVatican Congregation for the Clergy: Solemnity of Jesus Christ the Kingby Vatican Congregation for the ClergyIn his Apostolic Letter Tertio Millennio Adveniente, Blessed John Paul II writes: "here we touch upon the essential point. it is not simply a case of man seeking God, but of God who comes in ... 
LIVING FAITHThe Feast of the Presentation of Mary in the Temple Invites our Responseby Deacon Keith FournierOn this Feast of the Presentation of Mary in the Temple by Joachim and Anne, we are invited to make the choice to surrender our lives to the Lord. Parents are reminded of their solemn ... 
CELEBRITYMovie star Natalie Wood's death being reinvestigatedby Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)The drowning death of movie star Natalie wood is being reopened by detectives. Her death by drowning in the waters off Southern California has remained one of Hollywood's most enduring mysteries. ... 
BUSINESS & ECONOMICSAnother credit downgrade looms if 'super committee' failsby Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)A deadline looms this coming Wednesday. If a "super committee" comprised of both Republican and Democratic lawmakers fail to reach a plan in order to reduce the U.S. deficit, economists warn of ... 
HEALTHBREAKTHROUGH ALS discovery announced.by Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)Researchers at Northwestern University report they have found the underlying cause of all the varied forms of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (Lou Gehrig's disease or ALS). The culprit appears to be a ... 
U.S.Hurricane Irene pummels Puerto Rico; could reach U.S.by Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)Hurricane Irene, the first hurricane of the 2011 season, has pummeled Puerto Rico with 75 miles per hour winds and steady rainfall. The U.S. National Hurricane Center say there is widespread tree ... 
U.S.Promoting the New Evangelization in a World Hungry for Gospel Witnessby Fr. Gregory Gresko, OSBThe key to the new evangelization of our Faith in this postmodern age is the fundamental relationship each one of us has with our Lord Jesus. Do we take the time we need during each day to ... 
MIDDLE EASTREBELS SEIZE TRIPOLIby Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)Libyan dictator Moammar Gadafi's rule of Libya may finally be over. After six months of armed conflict and with support for NATO forces, rebel leaders have claimed large sections of the city of ... 
U.S.Golden State becomes tarnished with jobless at 12 percentby Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)Things just got a little bit more desperate in the Golden State. After clinging to a jobless rate of 11.8 percent in June, California's jobless rate now stands at an even 12 percent. In fact, ... 
EUROPEMadrid: Pope Tells Hundreds of Thousands of Youth to Build Their Lives Upon Jesus Christby Catholic OnlineIf you build on solid rock, not only your life will be solid and stable, but it will also help project the light of Christ shining upon those of your own age and upon the whole of humanity, ... 
U.S.Jurassic Park becomes real (almost).by Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)Scientists at Harvard University announce that they have "rewound" evolution producing a chicken with an alligator-like snout by manipulating its DNA. Perhaps not quite Jurassic Park, but ... |
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