Religion
Written on 8 Mar, 2010 at 9:23 in
Religion, Youth Activism | Author:
I would like to clarify some issues regarding a lecture and panel discussion that Redeemer University College was to host this winter (“Abortion, condom advocate to speak at evangelical college,” November 2009).
Let me begin with the topic on which Mr. Lewis has been invited to speak. First, Mr. Lewis will be speaking on global health generally, not on abortion, nor even primarily about HIV/AIDS. His focus will be on a wide range of topics, including communicable diseases in general, malaria, ... (Continue reading)
Written on 8 Mar, 2010 at 9:21 in
Religion, Youth Activism | Author:
Interim Staff On Jan. 22, about a dozen pro-lifers, some from as far away as Brantford, London and Toronto, picketed and distributed pamphlets at a lecture given by Stephen Lewis at Redeemer University College, a Christian undergraduate arts and sciences university in Ancaster, Ont.
Last November, The Interim reported that the college was going to host Stephen Lewis for a lecture, noting that the former Ontario NDP leader and Canadian ambassador to ... (Continue reading)
Written on 28 Feb, 2010 at 15:28 in
Religion | Author:
Patrick B. Craine Special to The Interim Opposition to abortion, homosexuality cited as reasons
The Canada Revenue Agency has revoked the charitable status of Kings Glory Fellowship, a Christian church in Calgary. The CRA cites a number of issues with KGF’s application, but the decision is based, in part, on the ground that certain KGF board members have spoken out strongly against abortion and other moral issues.
“The members of the Board of Directors espouse strong negative views about sensitive and controversial issues, which may also be viewed ... (Continue reading)
Written on 27 Jan, 2010 at 8:41 in
Pro-life Groups, Religion | Author:
Interim Staff On Dec. 2, just days after erecting a nativity scene in front of old city hall in downtown Toronto, Gethsemane Ministries founder Suresh Dominic received calls from a Toronto news website inquiring about the display’s sign mentioning that it was made possible through a donation from Campaign Life Catholic.
... (Continue reading)
Written on 13 Nov, 2009 at 6:00 in
Columnist, Michael Coren, Religion | Author:
Michael Coren
In early October, a former Roman Catholic bishop, Raymond Lahey, was charged with the possession and distribution of child pornography. Whether he is guilty or not is yet to be decided, but the case does look extremely bad.
Beyond what he is accused of having had on his laptop computer recently, it is also alleged that he was seen in the 1980s looking at pictures of aroused teenage ... (Continue reading)
Written on 23 Oct, 2009 at 10:34 in
Human Rights Commissions, Religion | Author:
Patrick B. Craine The Roman Catholic bishop of Peterborough, Nicola De Angelis, has written a pastoral letter addressing a recent complaint to the Ontario Human Rights Tribunal, brought against the bishop and 12 local parishioners. In the letter, distributed on Sept. 13, he strongly redressed the OHRT’s encroachment, asserted his authority as bishop of his diocese and the autonomy of the church from state control over internal church matters.
This past April, de Angelis directed St. Michael’s pastor, Fr. Allan Hood, to dismiss Jim Corcoran ... (Continue reading)
Written on 23 Oct, 2009 at 8:51 in
Events, Issues, Pro-Life, Religion | Author:
Jenna Murphy Sept. 23 marked the official kick-off of the Fall 2009 40 Days for Life Campaign. Because of the success of the Canada-wide debut of the campaign this past Spring, seven Canadian cities have joined the roster for 40 Days for Life this Fall along with some new locations. Not only will Toronto host 2 locations this time around, but Kitchener, Ont., will also join the efforts along with Ottawa, Fredericton, Halifax, Montreal and Winnipeg. Kick-off rallies were held in each ... (Continue reading)
Written on 29 Sep, 2009 at 5:41 in
Columnist, Religion, Rory Leishman | Author:
Rory Leishman
At the beginning of another school year, the parents of children in the public schools of Canada might well earnestly reflect upon what their children are likely to be taught about the vital issues of faith and morality.
Fifty years ago, there was little reason for concern. Parents could have confidence that teachers in the publicly funded Catholic and non-denominational public schools would teach their students to respect the ... (Continue reading)
Written on 14 Aug, 2009 at 8:39 in
Abortion, Issues, Religion, Society & Culture | Author:
Interim Staff
More than three months after LifeSiteNews.com broke open the story of the Canadian Catholic Organization for Development and Peace (or D&P for short) funding five Mexican organizations that support abortion, the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops released a report exonerating D&P of any wrongdoing.
On March 12, LifeSite revealed that D&P, the Catholic bishops’ ... (Continue reading)
Written on 14 Aug, 2009 at 8:34 in
Human rights, Issues, Religion | Author:
Joseph Jalsevac
The Catholic bishop of Peterborough, Ont., Rev. Nicola de Angelis, is facing an investigation by the Ontario Human Rights Tribunal for barring a homosexual member of his flock from serving on the altar. When 12 members of St. Michael’s parish in Cobourg, Ont. strongly expressed concerns to their bishop about Jim Corcoran, a homosexual altar server ... (Continue reading)
Written on 13 Jul, 2009 at 13:12 in
Editorials, Profiles, Religion | Author:
In June 2009, as the Catholic church began its celebration of the “Year of the Priest,” Monsignor Vincent Foy celebrated a truly remarkable milestone: his 70th anniversary of ordination to the priesthood. We offer our sincere congratulations and express our profound gratitude to him on this happy occasion, for no priest has worked as hard, as long or as well to defend the culture of life in Canada from the rampant intellectual errors of the 20th century.
For 25 years, until ... (Continue reading)
Written on 30 Jun, 2009 at 19:05 in
Issues, Pro-Life, Religion | Author:
Pete Vere Senior Writer With close to 240,000 members, the Knights of Columbus is Canada's largest Catholic organization. In keeping with Catholic teaching, the order is officially pro-life and over the years, has donated thousands of volunteer hours and millions of dollars to the pro-life cause. Leading the charge in Ontario is Dan Heffernan, the organization's state advocate for the province.
Heffernan ... (Continue reading)
Written on 20 Jun, 2009 at 12:23 in
Human rights, Religion | Author:
Zuza Kurzawa
A round-bellied African child and an eager-eyed American politician approach a well. As they creep closer, they notice a sign saying, “If you are starving, I shall provide you with a life-giving substance. Tell me when you last ate.” The child takes a deep breath and with a small grin mutters, “I haven’t eaten in three days.” Nothing happens. The ... (Continue reading)
Written on 22 Apr, 2009 at 10:53 in
Religion, Youth Activism | Author:
Tony Gosgnach Assistant Editor Critical Mass’ new album ‘Body language’ seeks to curb the pop culture attitudes of young people when it comes to love, sex and communion. (Continue reading)
Written on 22 Apr, 2009 at 10:36 in
Politics, Religion | Author:
Pete Vere Senior Writer Christian Heritage Party leader Jim Hnatiuk seeks to address the visibility issues of his political party. (Continue reading)
