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By Bishop Joseph E. Strickland, Bishop Emeritus, LifeSiteNews - As shepherds of Christ’s flock, bishops are called to be vigilant in safeguarding the integrity of the Church and the souls entrusted to our care. It is with deep concern and a profound sense of duty that I address the appointment of Cardinal Robert McElroy to Washington, D.C., a decision that raises serious moral and pastoral questions... The grave scandals of abuse and their cover-up have wounded the Body of Christ, and trust in the hierarchy has been deeply shaken. ...

By Dr. R. Jared Staudt, Catholic World Report - God has appointed us to bear fruit. In the spiritual life, it can be hard to judge whether we are blossoming or wilting, so often trapped in isolated thoughts and feelings. Jesus, however, stands as our model, and he let us know how we could evaluate his own life, coming to know him through his works: If I am not doing the works of my Father, then do not believe me; but if I do them, even though you do not believe me, believe the works, that you may know and understand that the Father is in me, and I am in the Father. (Jn 10:37–38)

By Teresa Yanaros, Catholic Exchange - Among many, the ideologies of new age, new thought, and even the occult evoke associations of mental health and body-spirit integration. They’re seen as methods leading to being “in tune” with the earth or the universe. Many recognize the level of spiritualism associated with the ideologies but deem them good or helpful; to others, they’re harmless. This perception is far from the truth. The truth is that each of these spiritual movements serve to idolize the self and mask harmful practices that endanger the health of the soul.