BEND — It is not possible this week to write about things related to the Catholic Church without making special note of the comments of a high-ranking U.S. official regarding abortion. This official, drawing from the rich tradition of the teachings of Saint Augustine, implied that he would have permitted abortion up to three months after conception.
For most Americans, Labor Day is the symbolic end of summer. This year, Labor Day is to be observed on Monday, Sept. 1. The United States Congress made Labor Day a federal holiday back in 1894. It is a holiday in every state of the union. The first observance of Labor Day occurred at a parade of 10,000 workers on Sept. 5, 1882 in New York City. The event was organized by Peter J.
BEND — Summer is slowly creeping to its inevitable end, and while the beginning of September does not necessarily mark the beginning of winter, there is already talk of snow at elevations above 6,000 feet. Imagine, snow in August. The snow, or any moisture for that matter, would be most welcome in helping to allay the progress of the various fires sparked by late August thunderstorms.
Twenty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time
Isaiah 22:19-23
Romans 11:33-36
Matthew 16:13-20
Those who are campaigning for office in this highly charged emotional atmosphere need not ask, “Who do people say that I am?” They can easily find the answer on the Internet. It is an important question, though. Their political future hinges on the answer.
BEND — The Conference which I attended in Chicago this week dealt with the spiritual activity in the Church known as deliverance ministry and exorcism. I wrote about this last year after I had listened to a series of tapes from a conference on the same topic which was held in 2007.
Earlier this month, Sacred Heart Medical Center at River Bend in Springfield opened its doors to patients. The new facility provides Lane County with a state-of-the-art hospital campus in service of its citizens. Many events marked these new beginnings for an institution which celebrated its 72nd birthday in early July.
Soon the national political conventions will be taking place and the nominees for president and vice-president will have an opportunity to win over the nation. The Democrats will be gathering in Denver from Aug. 25 through 28. The Republicans will meet in Minneapolis-St. Paul from Sept. 1 through 4. Much attention will be given to the candidates.
