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| The role of the Church in the Olympics |
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| Archbishop Vincent Nichols of Westminster tours Olympic Park in London. CNS photo |
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By Austen Ivereigh
The Olympics Games, according to the Olympic Charter, seek “a way of life based on the joy of effort, the educational value of good example and respect for universal fundamental ethical principles.” With the London Summer Games starting this week, the Catholic Church in Great Britain hopes to engage with that “way of life” in a number of ways, including outreach to athletes, fans of the Games and even the media.
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A flawed yet captivating caped crusader
By Greg Erlandson
The Batman trilogy, directed by Christopher Nolan, is an inspired hat trick of movie making. His Batman not only has more psychological depth, but his films spend a great deal of time mulling over what makes a hero, and whether the end justifies the means.
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Taking a tour of biblical Top 10s
By Mary E. Sperry
Today’s Catholic is called to take an intelligent, spiritual approach to the Bible. Build your knowledge of Scripture by organizing important people, places and events into “Top 10” lists. more
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"We must worship a different God. There is no way that my God wanted George Zimmerman to murder my teenage son."
— Tracy Martin, in response to Zimmerman saying everything was part of “God’s plan.” Zimmerman says he shot in self-defense.
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