Nation
Mamma Mia!
By Harry Forbes
NEW YORK (CNS) - Following the successful movie versions of "Chicago" and "Dreamgirls," the Broadway musical has again provided effective screen fodder.
Posted: 7/23/2008
World
Philippine bishop reports receiving threat to convert to Islam
By Catholic News Service
MANILA, Philippines (CNS) -- A bishop in the southern Philippines reported receiving a letter threatening him with harm if he does not convert to Islam or pay "Islamic taxes."
Posted: 7/23/2008
Nation
Conscience rights should unite both sides on abortion, cardinal says
By Nancy Frazier O'Brien
WASHINGTON (CNS) -- Protecting the conscience rights of health care providers should be an issue on which both supporters and opponents of abortion can agree, Cardinal Justin Rigali of Philadelphia said in a letter to members of Congress.
Posted: 7/23/2008
Nation
CRS official urges Congress to respond to food crisis facing Africans
By Chaz Muth Catholic News Service
WASHINGTON (CNS) -- A Catholic Relief Services official urged Congress to reinforce recent supplemental funding with $1.6 billion in additional resources for food and security programs in Africa.
Posted: 7/23/2008