This weeks columns

10-NUN--&-PATIENT

Learning life lessons in difficult times

February 17th, 2012 | comments icon 0 COMMENTS

FR RONALD ROLHESIER As a columnist, I have always harboured a certain paranoia about being overly-personal or exhibitionistic in my writing or in thinking that my own emotional ups and downs are of interest to others. I have tried to respect that fear. Occasionally, however, circumstance dictates that I do write something more personal. This is such an occasion. I want to express my gratitude for all the prayers and support that I have received during these past seven months while undergoing treatments for cancer. That desert-journey has finally ended, and with a good result. A month ago, I finished my ... continue reading.
10-PILGRIMS-DANCE

The struggle to become lords of the dance

February 10th, 2012 | comments icon 0 COMMENTS

— Fr Ronald Rolheiser... continue reading.


10-JESUS-GOOD-SHEPHERD-

A look at other sheep not of our flock

February 3rd, 2012 | comments icon 0 COMMENTS

— The US-based theologian provides us with an insight into how different denominations manifest their faith... continue reading.


10A-AGONY-GARDEN

A haunting equation

January 13th, 2012 | comments icon 0 COMMENTS

By Fr Ronald Rolheiser... continue reading.


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Bishop Toal’s letter for the beginning of 2012

January 6th, 2012 | comments icon 0 COMMENTS

My Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, In wishing you a very Happy Hew Year, I pray that the Lord may be with us all and guide in our lives of faith through the year ahead, both as individuals and as a believing community.... continue reading.


We must not ‘Make Morality History’

December 23rd, 2011 | comments icon 0 COMMENTS

— The state had made progress on many issues of concern to Catholics this year but a marriage battle lies ahead... continue reading.



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  • Sacristy doors at St Andrew’s Metropolitan Cathedral in Glasgow complete £4.5 million renovation project.
  • Aberdeen Diocese launches the This is Our Faith RE syllabus.
  • Survey reveals majority of SNP supporters polled do not support Catholic schools.
  • Professor Valerie Fleming on why professional guidelines are making it harder and harder for midwives on abortion.
  • SCIAF and Mary’s Meal appeals.

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