By Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
Staff Writer
The same publisher that was not afraid to produce the blatantly anti-Catholic novel, The Da Vinci Code, has decided not to publish a novel because some of its material might offend Muslims.
Monthly Archives: August 2008
Experts Accuse APA of Putting Women Last
By Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
Staff Writer
The credibility of a new report by the American Psychological Association that found no mental health effects of abortion on women is being questioned because the lead author and abortion supporter, Dr. Brenda Major, has refused to allow her data to be analyzed by other researchers.
Vatican Orders the Name Yahweh Removed from Liturgical Texts
By Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
Staff Writer
“Yahweh, I know you are near . . .” is the opening verse in one of America’s most popular hymns, but the Vatican has directed that when referring to God in liturgical texts or hymns, the name Yahweh should not be used out of respect for Catholic tradition as well as Jewish sensitivities about pronouncing the name of God.
Presidential Candidates Silent on Obscenity Law Enforcement
By Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
Staff Writer
In spite of the fact that an astounding 75 percent of Americans want the next President to do everything in their power to ensure the vigorous enforcement of obscenity laws, both Presidential candidates have been silent on the issue.
Chick-Fil-A Founder Forgives Vandals
By Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
Staff Writer
Three juveniles girls who were caught vandalizing the home of Truett Cathy, founder of the billion-dollar fast food chain, Chick-Fil-A, received a most unusual “penalty” for their crime – mercy.
Public Support for Working Mothers in Decline
By Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
Staff Writer
A new study by Cambridge University has found that growing numbers of men and women are concerned about the impact of working mothers on family life.
Are University “Speech Codes” Unconstitutional?
By Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
Staff Writer
A federal appeals court has found that the so-called “Speech Code” at a major University poses an unconstitutional restriction on the First Amendment rights of its students. The decision is expected to have a chilling effect on similar codes that remain in force on nearly three-quarters of the nation’s public universities.
Woman Speaks About Miraculous Cure
By Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
Staff Writer
The 80 year old Hawaiian schoolteacher whose miraculous cure from cancer was recently determined to be the second miracle needed for the canonization of Blessed Damien de Veuster of Molokai has ended her long silence and is now speaking publicly about her experience.
Prime Time TV Glorifies Adultery and Taboo Sex
By Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
Staff Writer
Prime time television is glorifying adulterous relationships and taboo sex while depicting marriage as either non-existent or burdensome, says a new report by the Parents Television Council (PTC).
New Study Confirms Link between Abortion and Depression
By Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
Staff Writer
In an attempt to correct weaknesses in earlier studies, Norwegian researchers have completed a long-term study that positively identifies abortion as a risk factor for depression.
