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Civil Marriage Ceremonies

Rome, May 21, 2013 (Zenit.org) Father Edward McNamara, LC | 734 hits

Answered by Legionary of Christ Father Edward McNamara, professor of liturgy and dean of theology at the Regina Apostolorum university. Q: My fiancée would like to be married within the …

Prayer Effort Answers Threats to Religious Liberty

Washington, D.C., May 14, 2013 (Zenit.org) Staff | 589 hits

The second annual Fortnight for Freedom will take place from June 21 to July 4, and will consist of national and local efforts to educate Americans on challenges to religious liberty both at …

Organizer of March Speaks on Gaining Ground and Upholding Common Sense

Washington, D.C., March 26, 2013 (Zenit.org) Kathleen Naab | 1163 hits

As the Supreme Court begins today to hear arguments regarding same-sex "marriage," citizens have gathered in DC to defend a child's right to a mother and father. Carrying the slogan "Every …

And More on Marriage Vows

Rome, February 19, 2013 (Zenit.org) Father Edward McNamara, LC | 3307 hits

Answered by Legionary of Christ Father Edward McNamara, professor of liturgy and dean of theology at the Regina Apostolorum university. Q: After Feb. 28, and before the election of a new …

And More on Responses

Rome, February 05, 2013 (Zenit.org) Father Edward McNamara, LC | 1852 hits

Answered by Legionary of Christ Father Edward McNamara, professor of liturgy and dean of theology at the Regina Apostolorum university. Q: In some places married couples are sometimes invited …

Hierarchy Warns of Wider Consequences if Bill is Passed

London, January 30, 2013 (Zenit.org) Ann Schneible | 1235 hits

Catholic Bishops yesterday urged members of Parliament to oppose a bill which would allow same-sex couples to "marry." During the briefing MPs were told why the meaning of marriage matters to …

Head of Newark Archdiocese Releases Pastoral Letter on Marriage

September 25, 2012 | 2934 hits

By Junno Arocho The subject of marriage has been an area of constant debate in recent years. As election season approaches in the United States, advocates of same-sex "marriage" have …

"We Cannot Define and Redefine Marriage to Suit our Personal Tastes or Goals"

September 25, 2012 | 2367 hits

Here is an executive summary of the pastoral letter on Marriage by Archbishop John J. Myers of Newark, New Jersey, USA. * * * An Executive Summary of When Two Become One: A Pastoral Teaching …

"We Should be Committed to the Proposition That Our Public Dialogue Must Be Marked by Civility and Clarity"

August 10, 2012 | 1526 hits

Here is the letter and reflections by Bishop Blase Cupich of Spokane, Washington on the Referendum 74 ballot. The referendum will allow voters to repeal a law that redefines marriage. * * * A …

"Be The Smiling and Sweet Face of the Church"

July 23, 2012 | 1472 hits

Here is a translation of the message that the pope’s Secretary of State, Cardinal Tarcisio Bertone, sent in the name of the Holy Father, Benedict XVI, to the participants of the 11th …

Church, Society Upholding the Rights of Marriage

February 08, 2009 | 3558 hits

As the status of the family and marriage continue to be at the forefront of many public debates, the social cost of marriage breakdowns isn't far behind. A recent study in England found that …

Study Reveals Perils of Cohabitation

June 30, 2008 | 4433 hits

Living together before marriage is a very common practice for couples in many countries. Many defend it on the basis that it enables the future husband and wife to get to know each other …

L.A. Prelates Clarify That Redefinition Isn't Possible

June 16, 2008 | 2285 hits

As California's approval of same-sex marriage was set to go into effect this evening, the bishops of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles reiterated that marriage cannot simply be redefined, since …

"Church Cannot Approve of Redefining Marriage"

June 16, 2008 | 1869 hits

Here is the statement released today by the bishops of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles titled "The State of California and Same-Sex Marriage." * * * The Catholic Bishops of the United States …

Pope Links Marriage to the Global Issues, Says Institute

April 15, 2008 | 757 hits

A new analysis shows an unusual twist Benedict XVI has given to talk of how to end global conflicts: He says respect for marriage is essential if the world wants to achieve peace. "Pope …