Monthly Archives: November 2008
The Libertarian Recipe
By Mark Silk — November 30, 2008
Taking the opportunity on Politico to say What the GOP Needs to Do, South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford offers his version of timeless Republican principles that must be returned to: Some on the left will say our electoral losses are a repudiation of our principles of lower taxes, smaller government and individual liberty. But Election […]
Precious Personal Property
By Mark Silk — November 29, 2008
Among the guilty pleasures of this post-election season is the contemplation of flagrantly mistaken predictions of how Barack Obama wouldn’t, couldn’t, shouldn’t win first the Democratic primary and then the general election campaign (currently being collected by Andrew Sullivan under his running “Von Hoffman Award” head). Such stuff from campaign insiders like Mark Penn is […]
Exceptionalism
By Mark Silk — November 28, 2008
Another candidate for RNC chairman, South Carolina party chair Katon Dawson, has posted his manifesto, which includes the following call: Renew our commitment to our Party’s timeless principles…by reconfirming our commitment to be the party of smaller government, lower taxes, individual freedom, strong national security, respect for the sanctity of life, traditional marriage, the importance […]
Sheng Yen
By Tracy Gordon — November 27, 2008
Chinese Buddhist Master Sheng Yen has hardly led a charmed life. As he recounts in his new memoir “Footprints in the Snow,” he grew up poor in rural China, was conscripted to fight communists in the nationalist army, and lived homeless on the streets of the Bronx, N.Y. Nonetheless, Sheng Yen, a master of Chan […]
Forty years later, Merton’s legacy looms large
By Tracy Gordon — November 27, 2008
TRAPPIST, Ky.-Around the country this month and next, many Roman Catholics will be remembering and honoring Trappist monk Thomas Merton, who died in a freak accident 40 years ago. Merton, who influenced generations of believers with both his monastic lifestyle and his prodigious writings, was especially important for bringing spirituality to the laity.
Boys returned to families as abuse investigation continues
By Tracy Gordon — November 27, 2008
ONEONTA, Ala.-Eleven juveniles who had been at a faith-based home for troubled boys have been returned to their parents and guardians while a probe continues into charges of abuse at the facility.
Alleged church shooter sought anonymity in Ga. town
By Tracy Gordon — November 27, 2008
NEWARK, N.J. -After gunning down his wife, her cousin and a would-be rescuer in a Clifton, N.J., church, Joseph Pallipurath dumped his pistol, abandoned his Jeep and stepped aboard a bus with the hopes of fading into obscurity, said authorities who nabbed the accused fugitive early Tuesday (Nov. 25).
Foundation announces $600,000 in “Life Prizes”
By Tracy Gordon — November 27, 2008
A Massachusetts foundation has announced the first recipients of $600,000 in “Life Prizes” to honor people and organizations that support anti-abortion causes.
COMMENTARY: Now thank we all our God …
By Cathleen Falsani — November 27, 2008
Whether you believe in God or not, Thanksgiving is a wonderful opportunity to hit the cosmic pause button and take stock of your blessings, or graces, or plenty. And it’s also a time to build bridges, if only for the span of a dinner party. (Cathleen Falsani is a columnist for the Chicago Sun-Times, and […]
Son of God ISO gainful employment
By Kevin Eckstrom — November 27, 2008
That wacky Jim Martin up at America magazine says he’s stumbled across Jesus’ interview with the Obama transition team about a place in the new administration. But there’s the small matter of that political appointee questionnaire that everyone says is so intrusive. From Jim’s meeting notes: 6.) If you or your spouse have performed any […]
RNS Daily Digest
By RNS Blog Editor — November 27, 2008
c. 2008 Religion News Service Foundation announces $600,000 in “Life Prizes’ (RNS) A Massachusetts foundation has announced the first recipients of $600,000 in “Life Prizes” to honor people and organizations that support anti-abortion causes. Richard Doerflinger, associate director of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Secretariat for Pro-Life Activities, and Kay Coles James, a former […]
40 years later, Merton’s legacy looms large
By Judy Valente — November 27, 2008
c. 2008 Religion & Ethics NewsWeekly TRAPPIST, Ky. _ Around the country for the next few weeks, many Roman Catholics will remember and honor the life of Trappist monk Thomas Merton, who died 40 years ago on Dec. 10, 1968, in a freak electrocution accident. Merton, who influenced generations of believers with both his monastic […]
U.S.-Vatican relationship to shift under Obama White House
By Frances X. Rocca — November 27, 2008
c. 2008 Religion News Service VATICAN CITY _ In the 24 years since the U.S. and the Holy See established full diplomatic ties, relations have never been closer or warmer than during the administration of President George W. Bush. The two sides broke over the U.S.-led invasion of Iraq in 2003, but Bush’s personal esteem […]
COMMENTARY: Now thank we all our God …
By Cathleen Falsani — November 27, 2008
c. 2008 Religion News Service (UNDATED) It probably wasn’t the last Thursday in November, and there was no pumpkin pie. The Thanksgiving turkey was more likely a Thanksgiving goose, duck or even a crane. And there were no potatoes _ sweet, mashed, candied or otherwise _ on the menu for the first Thanksgiving feast in […]
Warren talks global health with first couple
By Adelle M. Banks — November 27, 2008
In August, it was megachurch leader Rick Warren with then-presidential candidates Barack Obama and John McCain. Three and a half months later, on World AIDS Day, the best-selling author will host a forum on global health with two other big names in politics: President George W. Bush and first lady Laura Bush. On Monday (Dec. […]
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