Earlier this week, a judge in Chicago issued a restraining order against the state's parental notification law because it might cause "irreparable harm."
He issued the order only hours after state officials voted to enforce an existing law requiring that parents of minor girls be notified before the girls can get abortions. The ACLU argued that enforcing it might cause irreparable harm -- presumably, to the girls.
I used to be one of those, "personally opposed to abortion, but...." people, and when I thought about abortion I always imagined some desperate girl or woman facing some unnamed but terrible problem.
Part of my conversion on the subject came when I realized that, except in bizarre circumstances, no one's life is actually ruined by having a baby. Changed, yes. But ruined? Many, many things can change a life in dramatic and unexpected ways: War. A terrible accident. A hurricane. Bankruptcy. The death of a parent or spouse. A factory closing. Chronic disease. Addiction.
People recover from these things every day, and our culture lauds them as "survivors." But we're supposed to believe that pregnancy does irreparable harm?
Encouraging a minor girl to sneak away from home to kill her own child, on the other hand, DOES do irreparable harm -- possibly to the girl, but undeniably to the baby.
Someone ought to tell Cook County Judge Daniel Riley the difference.
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Friday, November 6, 2009
Guests for Friday, 11/6/2009
Dan Egan is online at bibletidbits.blogspot.com.
Mike Aquilina is online at fathersofthechurch.com.
Randy Hain is online at integratedlife.catholicexchange.com.
Steven Greydanus is online at decentfilms.com.
Tony Beshara is online at thejobsearchsolution.com.
Fr Rob Jack is online at revrobjack.com.
Michael Walsh is online at yomichael.com.
Our Lady of the Holy Spirit Center invites you to the First Saturday observance November 7th at 9 am, starting with the Rosary of the Unborn, followed by Mass and a talk by Judge Patrick Dinkelacker. For more information or directions, call 513-351-9800.
John Leonetti is online at here.
John Salza has a new book, "The Biblical Basis for Purgatory"
Patti Armstrong's new book is called "Dear God, I Don't Get It!"
Mike Aquilina is online at fathersofthechurch.com.
Randy Hain is online at integratedlife.catholicexchange.com.
Steven Greydanus is online at decentfilms.com.
Tony Beshara is online at thejobsearchsolution.com.
Fr Rob Jack is online at revrobjack.com.
Michael Walsh is online at yomichael.com.
Our Lady of the Holy Spirit Center invites you to the First Saturday observance November 7th at 9 am, starting with the Rosary of the Unborn, followed by Mass and a talk by Judge Patrick Dinkelacker. For more information or directions, call 513-351-9800.
John Leonetti is online at here.
John Salza has a new book, "The Biblical Basis for Purgatory"
Patti Armstrong's new book is called "Dear God, I Don't Get It!"
Thursday, November 5, 2009
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Rita Heikenfeld's Mushroom Barley Soup
Some people like a drizzle of red wine vinegar to finish off the soup. I made this with the 3 cans of broth and 1 can of water. Next time I’ll use all broth.
4-5 strips bacon, cut up
2 cups chopped onion
1 tablespoon garlic
1 pound Cremini or other mushrooms, sliced
1 scant tablespoon tomato paste
4 cans beef broth (or 3 cans broth and 1 can water)
1 cup quick cooking barley
1 teaspoon dried marjoram or oregano
Sauté bacon until crisp. Add onion and garlic .Cook until onion is starting to brown. Add mushrooms and cook until tender and pot is beginning to get dry. Stir in rest of ingredients and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook until barley is tender, about 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
Find more recipes at abouteating.com.
4-5 strips bacon, cut up
2 cups chopped onion
1 tablespoon garlic
1 pound Cremini or other mushrooms, sliced
1 scant tablespoon tomato paste
4 cans beef broth (or 3 cans broth and 1 can water)
1 cup quick cooking barley
1 teaspoon dried marjoram or oregano
Sauté bacon until crisp. Add onion and garlic .Cook until onion is starting to brown. Add mushrooms and cook until tender and pot is beginning to get dry. Stir in rest of ingredients and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook until barley is tender, about 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
Find more recipes at abouteating.com.
Guests for Thursday, 11/5/2009
Anthony Buono is online at 6stonejars.com.
Beth Guckenberger is online at back2backministries.org.
Does the Church REALLY perform Exorcisms? Fr Tom Euteneur will explain what happens during a real exorcism and how protect ourselves from demonic spirits, Thurs, Nov 12th, following the 6pm Mass at OLHSC in Norwood. For more information call 513-351-9800.
Send your questions for Catholic counselor Kevin Prendergast to sonrise@sacredheartradio.com.
Casey Jones contributed to the new book, "Miracle on the Hudson: The Survivors of Flight 1549 Tell Their Extraordinary Stories of Courage, Faith, and Determination."
Rita Heikenfeld is online at abouteating.com.
Dan Egan is online at bibletidbits.blogspot.com.
Stephanie Mann is online at supremacyandsurvival.com.
Br. Victor Antoine D'Avila-LaTourette, author of "Sacred Feasts from a Monastery Kitchen"
David Mills, author of "Discovering Mary"
Chris Findley is online at chrisfindley.com.
Conor Gallagher and St Benedict Press/TAN Books are online at saintbenedictpress.com and tanbooks.com.
Beth Guckenberger is online at back2backministries.org.
Does the Church REALLY perform Exorcisms? Fr Tom Euteneur will explain what happens during a real exorcism and how protect ourselves from demonic spirits, Thurs, Nov 12th, following the 6pm Mass at OLHSC in Norwood. For more information call 513-351-9800.
Send your questions for Catholic counselor Kevin Prendergast to sonrise@sacredheartradio.com.
Casey Jones contributed to the new book, "Miracle on the Hudson: The Survivors of Flight 1549 Tell Their Extraordinary Stories of Courage, Faith, and Determination."
Rita Heikenfeld is online at abouteating.com.
Dan Egan is online at bibletidbits.blogspot.com.
Stephanie Mann is online at supremacyandsurvival.com.
Br. Victor Antoine D'Avila-LaTourette, author of "Sacred Feasts from a Monastery Kitchen"
David Mills, author of "Discovering Mary"
Chris Findley is online at chrisfindley.com.
Conor Gallagher and St Benedict Press/TAN Books are online at saintbenedictpress.com and tanbooks.com.
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Guests for Wednesday, 11/4/2009
Paula Westwood and Right to Life of Greater Cincinnati are online at affirminglife.org.
Bill Donaghy blogs at twistedmystics.blogspot.com.
Steve Mosher and the Population Research Institute are online at pop.org.
Mike Aquilina is online at fathersofthechurch.com.
Barry Michaels is online at barrymichaelsbooks.com.
Anthony Buono is online at avemariasingles.com.
Dr Ted Sri, author of "The Bible Compass"
Kevin Wright and the World Religious Travel Association are online at wrtareligioustrarvel.com.
He also recommends thefaithfultraveler.com.
Beth Guckenberger and Back to Back Ministries are online at back2backministries.org.
Fr Philip Neri Powell, author of "Treasures Old and New"
Casey Jones is part of the new book, "Miracle on the Hudson"
Does the Church REALLY perform Exorcisms? Fr Tom Euteneur will explain what happens during a real exorcism and how protect ourselves from demonic spirits, Thurs, Nov 12th, following the 6pm Mass at OLHSC in Norwood. For more information call 513-351-9800.
Bill Donaghy blogs at twistedmystics.blogspot.com.
Steve Mosher and the Population Research Institute are online at pop.org.
Mike Aquilina is online at fathersofthechurch.com.
Barry Michaels is online at barrymichaelsbooks.com.
Anthony Buono is online at avemariasingles.com.
Dr Ted Sri, author of "The Bible Compass"
Kevin Wright and the World Religious Travel Association are online at wrtareligioustrarvel.com.
He also recommends thefaithfultraveler.com.
Beth Guckenberger and Back to Back Ministries are online at back2backministries.org.
Fr Philip Neri Powell, author of "Treasures Old and New"
Casey Jones is part of the new book, "Miracle on the Hudson"
Does the Church REALLY perform Exorcisms? Fr Tom Euteneur will explain what happens during a real exorcism and how protect ourselves from demonic spirits, Thurs, Nov 12th, following the 6pm Mass at OLHSC in Norwood. For more information call 513-351-9800.
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
Guests for Tuesday, 11/3/2009
Sister Patricia's mission in Rwanda can be found online at sisterpat.com.
Tony Beshara is online at thejobsearchsolution.com.
Barry Michaels is online at barrymichaelsbooks.com.
Richard Lane is online at qorban.net and cmgbooking.com.
Bill Donaghy is online at missionmoment.org and twistedmystics.blogspot.com.
Rich Leonardi directs us to the USCCB website for materials on health care reform.
Paula Westwood is online at createdorder.blogspot.com.
Send your questions for Catholic counselor Kevin Prendergast to sonrise@sacredheartradio.com.
Fr James Kubicki is online at apostleshipofprayer.org.
Deacon Mike Bickerstaff's article on spiritual maturity is online here.
Fr Mark Burger, author of "Hearing God's Voice." You can find it here.
Catholic Charities of Southwestern Ohio is again offering a four-session program to assist people with handling stress and life challenges brought about by the recession and unemployment. “When Life Throws a Curve Ball: Learning to Live on Less” will be held on four consecutive Monday evenings, beginning Nov. 2, from 7 to 9 p.m. in St. James the Greater Church in White Oak. It will also be held Nov. 5, 6-9 p.m. in the Catholic Center basement at Our Lady of the Rosary Parish, 17 Farragut Road in Greenhills. Topics include coping skills, savings strategies, resources, meal planning, job re-entry, and a resource fair. Reservations are requested in order to have enough materials available to participants. Call Sandy Keiser at Catholic Charities, 513-241-7745, to register for any of the sessions.
Fr Mitch Pacwa is online at ignatiusproductions.com.
Tony Beshara is online at thejobsearchsolution.com.
Barry Michaels is online at barrymichaelsbooks.com.
Richard Lane is online at qorban.net and cmgbooking.com.
Bill Donaghy is online at missionmoment.org and twistedmystics.blogspot.com.
Rich Leonardi directs us to the USCCB website for materials on health care reform.
Paula Westwood is online at createdorder.blogspot.com.
Send your questions for Catholic counselor Kevin Prendergast to sonrise@sacredheartradio.com.
Fr James Kubicki is online at apostleshipofprayer.org.
Deacon Mike Bickerstaff's article on spiritual maturity is online here.
Fr Mark Burger, author of "Hearing God's Voice." You can find it here.
Catholic Charities of Southwestern Ohio is again offering a four-session program to assist people with handling stress and life challenges brought about by the recession and unemployment. “When Life Throws a Curve Ball: Learning to Live on Less” will be held on four consecutive Monday evenings, beginning Nov. 2, from 7 to 9 p.m. in St. James the Greater Church in White Oak. It will also be held Nov. 5, 6-9 p.m. in the Catholic Center basement at Our Lady of the Rosary Parish, 17 Farragut Road in Greenhills. Topics include coping skills, savings strategies, resources, meal planning, job re-entry, and a resource fair. Reservations are requested in order to have enough materials available to participants. Call Sandy Keiser at Catholic Charities, 513-241-7745, to register for any of the sessions.
Fr Mitch Pacwa is online at ignatiusproductions.com.
Monday, November 2, 2009
Guests for Monday, 11/2/2009
Kevin Schmiesing is online at catholichistory.net.
Rita Heikenfeld is online at abouteating.com.
Donna Murphy is online at heavensgain.com.
Catholic Charities of Southwestern Ohio is again offering a four-session program to assist people with handling stress and life challenges brought about by the recession and unemployment. “When Life Throws a Curve Ball: Learning to Live on Less” will be held on four consecutive Monday evenings, beginning Nov. 2, from 7 to 9 p.m. in St. James the Greater Church in White Oak. It will also be held Nov. 5, 6-9 p.m. in the Catholic Center basement at Our Lady of the Rosary Parish, 17 Farragut Road in Greenhills. Topics include coping skills, savings strategies, resources, meal planning, job re-entry, and a resource fair. Reservations are requested in order to have enough materials available to participants. Call Sandy Keiser at Catholic Charities, 513-241-7745, to register for any of the sessions.
Fr Leo Patalinghug is online at gracebeforemeals.com.
Maurice Blumberg and the National Fellowship of Catholic Men are online at nfcmusa.org.
Dr Marcellino D'Ambrosio is online at dritaly.com. Wanna go on his Rome Pilgrimage?
Rich Leonardi reminds us to make our voices heard on health care reform: find the pertinent documents on the USCCB website.
Richard Lane is online at qorban.net. You can book him to speak at your event through CMGBooking.com.
Steven Greydanus writes at decentfilms.com.
Fr James Kubicki and the Apostleship of Prayer are online at apostleshipofprayer.org.
For more information on the Mission office in the Archdiocese of Cincinnati, call 513-421-3131.
Rita Heikenfeld is online at abouteating.com.
Donna Murphy is online at heavensgain.com.
Catholic Charities of Southwestern Ohio is again offering a four-session program to assist people with handling stress and life challenges brought about by the recession and unemployment. “When Life Throws a Curve Ball: Learning to Live on Less” will be held on four consecutive Monday evenings, beginning Nov. 2, from 7 to 9 p.m. in St. James the Greater Church in White Oak. It will also be held Nov. 5, 6-9 p.m. in the Catholic Center basement at Our Lady of the Rosary Parish, 17 Farragut Road in Greenhills. Topics include coping skills, savings strategies, resources, meal planning, job re-entry, and a resource fair. Reservations are requested in order to have enough materials available to participants. Call Sandy Keiser at Catholic Charities, 513-241-7745, to register for any of the sessions.
Fr Leo Patalinghug is online at gracebeforemeals.com.
Maurice Blumberg and the National Fellowship of Catholic Men are online at nfcmusa.org.
Dr Marcellino D'Ambrosio is online at dritaly.com. Wanna go on his Rome Pilgrimage?
Rich Leonardi reminds us to make our voices heard on health care reform: find the pertinent documents on the USCCB website.
Richard Lane is online at qorban.net. You can book him to speak at your event through CMGBooking.com.
Steven Greydanus writes at decentfilms.com.
Fr James Kubicki and the Apostleship of Prayer are online at apostleshipofprayer.org.
For more information on the Mission office in the Archdiocese of Cincinnati, call 513-421-3131.
Sunday, November 1, 2009
Pray for the Souls of Priests Today
All Souls Day is more than just a fancy name for a day on the Church calendar. All Souls Day really is a day the Church dedicates to prayer for the souls of all the dead, and particularly for souls in Purgatory.
We do still believe in Purgatory, though you many not have heard much about it from the pulpit. Purgatory is the place or state that purges the soul after death, making it fit for Heaven. Souls in Purgatory suffer, but not from torment or physical pain. They suffer because they want more than anything to be in Heaven, but they can't get there yet -- through their own fault. (Read a good Catholic explanation at Our Catholic Prayers; for Protestants or anyone wanting more Scriptural detail, apologist Jimmy Aiken gives a good overview here.)
We can pray for souls in Purgatory, just as we can pray for people who are alive. When our friends or relatives are ill or hurting, we pray that God helps them. When flood or earthquakes strike faraway lands, we pray that people there live and get help. The same is true for Purgatory. We can still pray for those who die because we know they live on in the afterlife. And because most people are not saints, most people are in Purgatory.
That includes priests. In this Year of the Priest, please add a prayer for priests to your prayers today. Every day this special year, we pray for the priests who guide us and pastor us. Let's not forget those who have died after spending their lives for others.
Want to learn more about Purgatory? Here is a an organization dedicated to the impressive goal of emptying Purgatory by praying the prayer of St. Gertrude, which nicely sums up everything that can be said:
Eternal Father, I offer You the Most Precious Blood of Thy Divine Son, Jesus Christ, in union with the Masses said throughout the world today, for all the Holy Souls in Purgatory, for sinners everywhere, those in the Universal Church, in my home, and within my family.
For a collection of prayers for souls in Purgatory, see this site -- where you can also enroll names of loved ones for others to pray for.
Today as we pray for all the dead, I will pray for those who have no one to pray for them, those who have been forgotten, and especially for priests with this simple and timeless prayer for the dead: Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord; And let perpetual light shine upon them. May they rest in peace. Amen.
We do still believe in Purgatory, though you many not have heard much about it from the pulpit. Purgatory is the place or state that purges the soul after death, making it fit for Heaven. Souls in Purgatory suffer, but not from torment or physical pain. They suffer because they want more than anything to be in Heaven, but they can't get there yet -- through their own fault. (Read a good Catholic explanation at Our Catholic Prayers; for Protestants or anyone wanting more Scriptural detail, apologist Jimmy Aiken gives a good overview here.)
We can pray for souls in Purgatory, just as we can pray for people who are alive. When our friends or relatives are ill or hurting, we pray that God helps them. When flood or earthquakes strike faraway lands, we pray that people there live and get help. The same is true for Purgatory. We can still pray for those who die because we know they live on in the afterlife. And because most people are not saints, most people are in Purgatory.
That includes priests. In this Year of the Priest, please add a prayer for priests to your prayers today. Every day this special year, we pray for the priests who guide us and pastor us. Let's not forget those who have died after spending their lives for others.
Want to learn more about Purgatory? Here is a an organization dedicated to the impressive goal of emptying Purgatory by praying the prayer of St. Gertrude, which nicely sums up everything that can be said:
Eternal Father, I offer You the Most Precious Blood of Thy Divine Son, Jesus Christ, in union with the Masses said throughout the world today, for all the Holy Souls in Purgatory, for sinners everywhere, those in the Universal Church, in my home, and within my family.
For a collection of prayers for souls in Purgatory, see this site -- where you can also enroll names of loved ones for others to pray for.
Today as we pray for all the dead, I will pray for those who have no one to pray for them, those who have been forgotten, and especially for priests with this simple and timeless prayer for the dead: Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord; And let perpetual light shine upon them. May they rest in peace. Amen.
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