Several readers of the Catholic Herald contacted our office last week expressing dismay that our paper carried Catholic News Service articles about Catholic bishops and Pope Benedict XVI congratulating President-elect Barack Obama and offering prayers for him. The readers seemed to think the articles indicated an endorsement of Obama and all of his views, particularly his support of abortion rights and embryonic stem-cell research.
Author: Mary C. Uhler
Americans are still ‘values’ voters
After almost two years of campaigning, the 2008 presidential election is finally over. A clear majority of voters selected Barack Obama as our 44th president, the first African American to hold our nation’s highest office.
Candlelight prayer vigil closes 40 Days for Life in Madison
Red roses were strewn on the sidewalks outside the Planned Parenthood Clinic on Madison’s east side.
A powerful message of hope
At least one baby in Madison — and 441 other unborn babies — were reported to be saved from abortion as a result of the 40 Days for Life vigil held in more than 175 communities around the country from September 24 to November 2.
Follow your conscience, vote on November 4
After many months of campaigning and millions of dollars spent, the finish line is in sight for the 2008 election season.
Need moral leadership in an election season
Catholics must exercise moral leadership in an election season, Bishop Robert C. Morlino told over 400 persons attending the recent annual meeting of the North Central Lieutenancy of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem held in Milwaukee.
Affirming our bishops and priests
Imagine if you walked into your church on Sunday and the sanctuary was empty. You waited, but no priest appeared. Is he sick, you wonder? What happened to him?
Health care for all should be a priority
While the United States has an excellent health care system, unfortunately there are millions of Americans who have no access to affordable health care.
Continue to oppose the death penalty
October is a month set aside by the Catholic Church to focus on issues of respect for all human life. Perhaps one of the most difficult issues for many Catholics is opposing the death penalty.
From ashes to gladness: Dedication of new church in Highland
After fire destroyed St. Anthony Church in Highland on April 17, 2002, the parish put a sign out front that said, “Church is people, not a building.”