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July 20, 2015

Movie Review: Ant-Man

Ridiculous, yes, but “Ant-Man” is nonetheless great fun, with swarms of creepy-crawlies rendered in glorious 3-D.
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Where are the heroes?

 Chris Hemsworth and Chris Evans star in a scene from the movie "Marvel's The Avengers."  (CNS photo/Disney) It’s Sunday night and I’m watching “The Avengers” for maybe the 50th time. Early on in the movie there is a scene between Agent Coulson and Captain America (Steve Rogers) in which they
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California governor says ‘Laudato Si’’ was necessary wake-up call

Elections, like profit reports, have regular short-term rhythms, which is why Pope Francis’ encyclical letter on the environment was so “appropriate and absolutely essential” for waking people up to the dangers of climate change, said California Gov. Jerry Brown.
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Sister Louise Del Carpine, M.P.F., dies at 87

A funeral Mass for Sister Louise Del Carpine, a member of the Religious Teachers Filippini, was offered July 10 at the St. Lucy Chapel at Villa Walsh in Morristown, N.J. Sister Louise, who taught sixth grade at Our Lady of Pompei School in Highlandtown from 1956 to 1957, died July 7.
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Archbishop Lori in tune at hometown’s 50th reunion

Faith and humor mark Archbishop William E. Lori's 50th Catholic elementary school reunion in his native Indiana.
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A letter to a new kindergarten mom

Dear New Kindergarten Mom,As we count down to the first day of kindergarten, you’re probably worried about getting your child ready for this significant life transition.I’m going to let you in on a secret. Far more difficult than becoming a kindergartener is becoming a kindergarten mom. Your son will figure out how
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