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Why archbishop's actions brought excommunication

By Edward N. Peters. Not well understood, the "medicinal penalty" is primarily a call to repentance and restoration.

What are sacramentals?

These little rites sanctify numerous events, situations and states in the lives of Catholics

War and peace

may not have surprised anyone with his World Day of Peace message, but the points he raises are well worth our reflection.

Truth and freedom have no division

By Donald DeMarco. It is the pope's fond hope that Europe will learn something from America's beginnings.

Tithing an outward sign of nurturing

By Caroline Schermerhorn. This In Focus section article focuses on how stewardship is more than about "giving money."

'The white cross of gladness' tradition

By Barry Michaels. More than 150 years later, sisters continue ministries started by their founder.

The trick-or-treat controversy

By Elisa Rose. Whether or not Catholics should participate in Halloween is a question many parishes and families ask themselves each year.

St. Francis one of many who rebuilt the Church

In Focus article by Barry Michaels. Others include St. Benedict of Nursia, Pope St. Gregory VII, St. Catherine of Siena, St. Philip Neri, and Blessed Pope John XXIII.

Spectator: Tomatoes and the peacock

Spectator column by Greg Erlandson, OSV publisher. Network television is losing audience share because it has less wit or substance to offer.

Respect the person, but recognize the disorder

Free to registered users. By Gerald Korson. As the U.S. bishops prepare to vote on a document about pastoral care of homosexuals, we revisit the Church teachings.

Readers have no excuses to avoid papal writings

By Russell Shaw. Two titles make the teachings of Pope John Paul II and Pope Benedict XVI more accessible to the average Catholic.

Rage on the rise as society becomes more isolated

By Mary DeTurris Poust. Everyday anger can lead to violent outbursts like school shootings if left to itself and not treated, Catholic experts say.

Priest tries to ease tensions

By Stephen James. This In Focus article is about a priest who wants parishioners to have an understanding of immigration issues.

Pope angers Muslims; Turkey still on

This article free to registered users: Pope's address on cultural dialogue largely lost as media takes historical reference out of context. By Gerald Korson.

Pastoral Answers: The words we pray

Column by Monsignor M. Francis Mannion. Put your heart and soul into prayers like the Our Father even if you don't fully understand.

Pastoral Answers: Communion blessings?

Pastoral Answers column by Monsignor M. Francis Mannion. Many parishes offer them to children, but this practice is not part of official liturgical norms.

Parishioners want a say in the future

By Gerald Korson. In this In Focus article, our editor discusses how diocese must make difficult decisions about reconfiguring parish and pastoral structures.

'Overwhelming sense of anxiety and depression'

One year after Hurricane Katrina, adults and children continue to try to cope with loss.

Our Takes: Brief salient observations on the news

By OSV staff. Is Satan evil, or just God's 'bad cop'? Also, we're winning a battle of attrition in New Zealand.

Our Takes: Brief observations on the news

By OSV staff. Mozart looses out over fear of Islamists; Madonna (the pop singer) in concert--mockery or artistry?

Openers: Quest for God in the monastery

Column by editor Gerald Korson. The Learning Channel's reality series, "The Monastery," gets a thumbs-up for watching.

Openers: Look at state ballot measures

Editor Gerald Korson's Openers column on the importance of looking at your voting ballot through a "lens of Catholic teaching."

Openers: Columbus takes bronze

Editor Gerald Korson's Openers column on Columbus Day, and various ideas on who was really first to "discover America."

Noted evangelical scholar at Notre Dame

By Emily Stimpson. Historian Mark Noll believes the divide between Catholics and some Protestents grows smaller as politics, theology draw us closer together.

No time for resting

Membership in the Church includes carrying the Word of God to a world that needs healing

Mary's peace plan

By Father Christopher Rengers,O.F.M. Cap. Consecration asked at Fatima is fulfilled, but ongoing devotion will keep us on track.

Letters to the Editor

Letters to the Editor

Free for registered users. This week's letters include: parishes should watch their budgets; the need for self-defense; euthanasia; Chinese bishop's kidnapping; and deacons.

Land of Pope John Paul II faces unclear future

By Jonathan Luxmoore. While the Church in Poland seems to be thriving, new government leaders and a retiring pirimate cause for concern.

In Focus: Stewardship calls us

By Rod Bennet. This week's In Focus section on Stewardship begins with an interview with Fr. Daniel Mahan on how stewardship calls us to reach out into the world.

In Focus: Intentions of specters unclear

By Maryann Gogniat Eidemiller. Author Peter Kreeft divides spirits up into categories of sad, malicious and happy.

In Focus: Images on cross speak volumes

In Focus section article by Barry Michaels. Both the suffering and the triumphant Lord are edpicted on the San Damiano cross.

In Focus: How to cope with "kill-or-be-killed"

Military men and women must go through a process before and after to understand emotional fallout of taking lives

In Focus: Ghosts & the Paranormal: Unholy spirits

By Maryann Gogniat Eidemiller. The Church and Bible leave open the possibility of ghosts, but experts warn of the dangers of dabbling with the occult.

In Focus: Francis's love of Christ, peace, animals

In Focus article by Barry Michaels. St. Francis's understanding of God, himself, other people, and the very world around him fuel Franciscan spirituality.

In Focus: Faith helps survivors cope

In Focus article by Emily Stimpson. Letting go of control and trusting in God has given three women the strength to overcome illnesses.

In Focus: Diiference between a spirit and a soul

By Maryann Gogniat Eidemiller. Catholic apologist Andrew Nimmo, defines the soul and the spirit.

In Focus: Crossing the Border

Visa: Why many leave home without it. Stories by Stephen James. Most U.S. undocumented workers come from Mexico, a country that offers little chance for a decent living.

In Focus: Baltimore--The city of firsts

In Focus section on Baltimore. With its rich heritage, Baltimore is one of the most important Catholic cities in the country. Stories by Carl Kozlowski.

In Focus -- St. Francis: Master rebuilder

In Focus section on St. Francis's conversion. Stories by Barry Michaels. With his fateful visit to a small chapel 800 years ago, St. Francis of Assisi brought new life to Christ's Church.

How best to receive?

Communion in the hand or on the tongue: Neither is more reverent nor more healthy

Historic archdiocese gets a military man at helm

Archbishop Edwin O'Brien speaks to Our Sunday Visitor about the past and the future

Grace without limitations

By Jennifer Lindberg. Children with cognitive and developmental disabilities can and should receive the sacraments and be part of the parish community.

Good news for OSV subscribers

Openers column by Gerald Korson--OSV subscribers can now access your subscription online. Subscribe today for immediate access!

God Lives: An unwelcome trend

Column by Monsignor Owen F. Campion. Christianity in Europe is declining because Christians are replacing God with themselves.

Ghost investigator takes a scientific approach

By Maryann Gogniat Eidemiller. In Focus article. The best defense, Brandy Stark, ghost investigator says, is getting your home blessed.

Fidelity to Christ

By Russell Shaw. Conference on the state of the Church in the U.S.a forum for familiar biases, but solutions exist in faith.

Eucharist inspires Florida parish

By Caroline Schermerhorn. This In Focus section article examines Blessed Trinity Catholic Church of Ocala, Florida, where parishioners find the Eucharist allows them to remain focused on stewardship.

Environment ripe for schism in Episcopal Church

By Dennis O'Connor. Election of a pro-homosexual woman bishop is one more fissure ina crumbling foundation.

Editorial: Pluck of the Amish

This week's editorial covers two topics: 1) The message of hope and forgiveness of the Amish after the terrible Pennsylvania school shooting and 2) the revelations of former Rep. Mark Foley.

Editorial: Nuclear arms club

By OSV Editorial Board. What was once unthinkable and the stuff of nightmares may now become first thinkable, then a viable military alternative.

Eccentric, but respected

Catholic Journal column by Robert P. Lockwood. This week, let your pastor know how much you respect him. Our priests need to hear that.

Double-edged sword: The brothers' request

Column by Marcellino D'Ambrosio. John and James sought places of honor, but greatness is found in those who serve.

Double-edged Sword: Don't go empty handed

Column by Marcellino D'Ambrosio. The blind beggar Bartimaeus demonstrates that sometimes an audacious faith is needed.

Double-edged Sword: A tale of two widows

Column by Marcellino D'Ambrosio. The women who share what little they have teach us to rely on the Lord for all our needs.

Deliver us from evil

By Judith Costello. Iowa exorcist warns that denying the existence of Satan makes his work on earth much easier.

Couple shows faith in Christ

By Judith Costello. Georgie and David Hibler say life's crosses -- like their childrens' illnesses -- bring people closer to God.

Counter Culture: Who's a 'good' Christian?

Counter Culture column by Kathy Shaidle. Ann Coulter's lastest book demonstrates that children of God come in all shapes and sizes.

Controversial ordinations neither valid nor licit

By Carl E. Olson. Excommunicated archbishop's defiant acts not recognzied in any way, says the Vatican.

Conscientious Catholics should know how to vote

Free for registered users. By Russell Shaw. Candidates' likely impact on life and family issues should be primary consideration as we head for the polls, bishops say.

Church shepherds Congo to peace and democracy

By Henry Makori. Today's runoff election opens a new chapter in history, but there's a difficult path ahead to healing and reconciliation.

Catholic schools feel threat to safety

Free to registered users. By Mary DeTurris Poust. Prinicpals and administrators alike say it's a different world today, and that every precaution should be exercised to keep children safe.

Catholic Journal: Telling old, sad stories

Column by Robert P. Lockwood. Every diocese has tales of tragedy and heroism that remind us of the precious meaning of life.

Catholic Journal: Can we 'do something'?

Column by Robert P. Lockwood. Shootings of school students result of society that embraces, promotes violent behavior.

Burning up the mission beads

By Sean Gallagher. The The World Mission Rosary, started by Archbishop Fulton Sheen, still packs a prayerful punch and is going digital after 55 years.

Bringing the Word to all ears

By Kimberley Heatherington. The U.S. deaf Catholic population is being underserved by the Church because of a lack of nonhearing priests, says new Dominican founder.

Become a 'good and just'manager of God's resources

Applying faith principles to family finances can bring us true freedom

Balance of Supreme Court may change abortion law

By Russell Shaw. Majority positions unquestionably shifted by recent selection of Justices Roberts and Alito.

August Homily: Do We Internalize Jesus?

Twentieth Sunday of Ordinary Time Prv 9:1-6 . Eph 5:15-20 . Jn 6:51-58 By Edward F. Steiner

Adjustment to American life takes some coaching

Program at St. John's University in New York eases transition of foreign-born clergy into U.S. parish communities

A mystic's advice: Keep on praying, talking to God

A doctor of the Church, St. Teresa of Avila can advise us as we struggle with the spiritual life