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Catholics who support the Traditional Latin Mass have petitioned the bishop of Arlington Virginia to lift restrictions on the liturgy. The bishop did not restrict any existing Latin Masses in the diocese, but he did prohibit any sacraments in the Extraordinary Form, including baptisms and weddings. A petition this week garnered more than 1,000 signatures.
The president of France is calling for abortion to be added to the European Union’s Charter of Fundamental Rights. The suggestion was reportedly applauded by lawmakers in the European Parliament. The charter recognizes the right to life, but it does not mention abortion. Last summer, the European Parliament voted in favor of describing abortion as essential healthcare.
The forgiveness of God is greater than even the ugliest sin. Those were the words of Pope Francis today, during his general audience in Rome. The pope encouraged Catholics to encounter God’s mercy, in the Sacrament of Reconciliation. He said that God always forgives, and we are the ones who get tired of asking for forgiveness.
Today is the feast of Saint Canutus, the King of Denmark. Canutus began his reign in the year 1080. He was killed in a church, during a rebellion in his kingdom, after confessing his sins and receiving Holy Communion.