At the current rates, the world's Muslim population is expected to double the rate of non-Muslims over the next 20 years.
World Muslim Population to Double by 2030
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PA Couple Could be First Individuals to Challenge ObamaCare Mandate
By Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
Staff Journalist
A federal judge has ruled that a couple from Central Pennsylvania have sufficient standing to challenge the controversial individual healthcare mandate in ObamaCare, making them the first individuals in the U.S. to be able to do so.
Fr. Robert Barron on Abortion
Fr. Robert Barren's recent video commentary about the recently published abortion statistics for New York is excellent and well worth watching. The numbers are sobering, particularly with regard to the disproportionate rates of abortions among the African American community. He highlights how the pro-abortion community is fueling these frightening trends and the need for greater education and support for those who feel they are left without options when faced with a crisis pregnancy. Definitely a must see during this week in which we reflect and pray about the devastating Roe vs. Wade decision.
Repeal of ObamaCare Not Dead Yet in Senate
By Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
Staff Journalist
Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY), who is known to be an expert on the Senate's most arcane rules, has already begun a legislative process that will bring the House-passed repeal of ObamaCare to a vote where many nervous Democrats up for re-election in 2012 will be forced to make their position known on the vastly unpopular bill.
New Cosmetic Line Targets 8-12 year-olds
By Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
Staff Journalist
Forcing girls to grow up too fast has become a cottage industry in the United States with Walmart now jumping on the bandwagon by planning to introduce a new cosmetic line that targets tweens with lipstick, blush, mascara and even an anti-aging cream.
Pakistan: Dozens of Christians Forced to Convert to Islam Every Week
By Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
Staff Journalist
Out of fear for their lives, at least 20-25 Christians are converting to Islam every week in Pakistan as a result of increasing persecution of religious minorities in that country.
SOTU: President's Actions Don't Match His Words
Commentary by Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
Staff Journalist
President Obama delivered his second State of the Union address last night and made the usual slate of promises that many pundits are saying do not match his actions.
Expert Sees No Chastity Message in the "Moral Poison" of Twilight
By Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
Staff Journalist
Those who say the popular vampire saga, Twilight, promotes chastity because the main characters don't have sex before they're married, have a superficial understanding of chastity, says a Canadian professor.
Pope: Catholics Using Social Media Must be "Respectful and Sensitive"
By Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
Staff Journalist
In his message for the 45th World Day of Social Communications, Pope Benedict XVI is calling upon Catholic users of Facebook, Twitter, Youtube and bloggers to adopt a "Christian style presence" online that is responsible, honest and discreet.
ObamaCare Expansion of "Family Planning" Quietly Moving Forward
By Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
Staff Journalist
While all eyes are focused on the abortion funding in ObamaCare, a little noticed provisions which will expand access to family planning and contraceptives are quietly being implemented.
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