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February 22, 2012
Posted in Local News
FAIRFIELD—The pre-K 3 class at Assumption Catholic School in Fairfield collected 1,100 cans of soup for Homes for the Brave. The community service project began in October and concluded with the Super Bowl. The students were allowed to wear jeans on Fridays, instead of their uniforms, if they brought in a can of soup to benefit the project. This is the sixth year that the class, under the supervision of teacher Mary Riehl, collected the soup. Homes for the Brave's mission statement is "with an emphasis on veterans, we povide the housing and services necessray to help homeless individuals return to a productive and meaningful life." The soup collected by our students is used by their residents.
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February 21, 2012
Posted in World News
Dr. Margaret A. Dames, Superintendent of Schools, is leading a delegation from the Diocese of Bridgeport on a trip to Beijing, China from February 18-25th. The group was invited by the Beijing International Education Exchange (BIEE) for the promotion of Sino-American education exchanges between educators of the two countries. The aim of the visit is to enhance the international promotion of the Chinese language and Chinese culture and to mutually seek an understanding, enrichment and exchange of cultural ideas for the learning of each others’ language and customs. Besides Dr. Dames, the delegation includes: Mr. John Cook, Deputy Superintendent, Mrs. Kathleen Casey, President of Immaculate High School, Dr. William Fitzgerald, President of St. Joseph High School, Mrs. Mary Maloney, Principal of St. Rose of Lima School, Sr. Mary John O’Rourke, Principal of St. Gregory the Great School, Mrs. Diane Tung, Director of Instructional Technology, and Professor Thomas Dames of Mount St. Mary College.
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February 21, 2012
Posted in Local News
FAIRFIELD—Two hundred students from Notre Dame Catholic High School were given the opportunity of February 2 to give of themselves through different types of service in solidarity with each other. Notre Dame Service Day is a great reminder to the students that anyone can serve, and that service comes in many different forms. Service has become a cornerstone of a Notre Dame education. Congratulations to all the students for helping our mission come alive through service to others.
Read More »40 Days for Life Spring Campaign starts in Bridgeport February 22
February 19, 2012
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Bridgeport, CT "On February 22, the second 40 Days for Life campaign begins here in Bridgeport," said Gene D'Agostino spokesperson for the effort. The campaign will feature prayer and fasting, community outreach, and a 40-day prayer vigil outside the Summit Women's Center at 3787 Main Street. "We know 40 Days for Life has made a positive impact in our community," said Christine Murphy, vigil coordinator, "last year, many unborn lives were saved and their parents spared the grief of abortion by the prayers, fasting and peaceful witness of hundreds of Christian faithful in the Bridgeport area."
Read More »Right to conscience protection must be enacted into law, says bishop
February 14, 2012
Posted in
World News
WASHINGTON (CNS) -- Bishop William E. Lori of Bridgeport, Conn., chairman of the bishops' Ad Hoc Committee for Religious Liberty, said the ongoing debate over a federal mandate requiring employers, including most religious entities, to provide no-cost contraception and sterilization coverage demonstrates the need that a religious right to conscience protection be enacted into federal law.
Read More »Bishop Blaire Refutes White House Press Secretary’s Claim That Bishops Never Supported Health Care Reform
February 14, 2012
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World News
WASHINGTON—The White House press secretary, Jay Carney, said in a press briefing at the White House on February 13, “...I would simply note with regard to the bishops that they never supported health care reform to begin with...”
Read More »Bishops Renew Call To Legislative Action On Religious Liberty
February 11, 2012
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World News
February 10, 2012
Regulatory changes limited and unclear
Rescission of mandate only complete solution Continue urging passage of Respect for Rights of Conscience Act WASHINGTON The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) have issued the following statement:
Bishops Studying Initial White House Movement On Religious Liberty
February 10, 2012
Posted in
World News
New opportunity to dialogue with executive branch
Too soon to tell whether and how much improvement on core concerns
Commitment to religious liberty for all means legislation still necessary
February 09, 2012
Posted in Local News
Holy Spirit School in Stamford had fun celebrating Catholic Schools Week 2012. We held Mass, open houses, and activities for students, faculty, families and special friends. In addition to our academic schedule, some activities planned included student/teacher appreciation day, international cultural programs and fun filled sporting events.
Read More »EWTN Files Suit to Block Contraception Mandate
February 09, 2012
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The worldwide Catholic network asks the court to stop federal rule that requires it to pay for ‘immoral services.’
IRONDALE, Ala. — Eternal Word Television Network filed a lawsuit today in U.S. District Court in Birmingham, Ala., seeking to halt the federal government’s imposition of its contraception mandate and to have the court declare the federal rule unconstitutional.