Martyrdom is not a popular topic of conversation, and we often cringe in reading the lives of saints who died horrific deaths. St. Paul Miki and companions fall into this category, but their heroism and serenity at the time of their death speak of a deep and loving faith and trust in God.
Paul Miki was born the son of a wealthy Japanese military leader in 1562 and educated by Jesuits. He embraced Christianity and, instead of following in his father’s footsteps, joined the...
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Newly-installed Cardinal Dolan to speak at diocesan Public Policy Convocation
Cardinal-designate Timothy Dolan will be the keynote speaker at the diocesan Public Policy Convocation on March 3 at Holy Trinity Diocesan High School, Hicksville.
The Cardinal’s theme will be “On the HHS Mandate: How Catholics Can Make an Impact.” Bishop William Murphy will be the principal celebrant and homilist of the event’s opening Mass. Beginning with registration at 8:45 a.m. and running through 1 p.m., the convocation will include a panel discussion on the New York State bishops’ 2012 legislative agenda which counts respect for life, Catholic education and protection for the poor and vulnerable among its priorities.
The event is free. Registration is required. Online registration is available on the Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Rockville Centre’s website www.catholiccharities.cc/ or by calling 516-733-7078.
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