One of our greatest astronomers, Galileo Galilei, was born February 15, 1564. His discoveries with the improved telescopes he made changed the way we view the universe – and got him in trouble with the church. Source: https://earthsky.org/human-world/galileos-birthday-feb-15-1564…
Tag: Roman Catholic Church
What is the Common Era?
If you encounter a date in the CE (Common Era) or BCE (Before Common Era) format, don’t fret. They mean exactly the same thing as AD (anno Domini) and BC (before Christ). Source: https://earthsky.org/human-world/definition-common-era-bce-ce-bc-ad…
Exorcism course opens its doors in Rome
For the first time, the Roman Catholic Church is offering exorcism training to all major Christian denominations. The 14th Exorcism and Prayer of Libe… Source: https://www.unexplained-mysteries.com/news/327603/exorcism-course-opens-its-doors-in-rome…
South Korea Rules Anti-Abortion Law Unconstitutional
South Korea’s Constitutional Court called for an amendment to a law banning abortion that was rarely enforced. Parliament has until the end of 2020 to revise the law.
Poland’s Populists Pick a New Top Enemy: Gay People
With public concern about migration on the wane, the governing Law and Justice party is making opposition to gay rights a cornerstone of its campaigning. Source: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/04/07/world/europe/poland-gay-rights.html?partner=rss&emc=rss
Pope Francis Warns Trump About Walls After Morocco Visit
Urging compassion for migrants, the pope said those who close borders “will become prisoners of the walls that they build.” Source: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/03/31/world/europe/pope-francis-trump-morocco.html?partner=rss&emc=rss