The crisis beyond Ethiopia Sheila December 27, 2006 This raging war going on between Ethiopian troops and Somalia’s Islamists is not just between them, which we already Read More
Another hot spot Sheila December 26, 2006 Though it’s far away and off the radar of most Americans, we need to be paying attention to what’Read More
The world’s listening Sheila December 25, 2006 I was wondering how much the world is still paying attention to what Benedict says since the Regensburg controversy settled Read More
To the World Sheila December 25, 2006 The Christmas address is called “Urbi et Orbi”, to the city of Rome present to hear the Holy Father, and Read More
Christmas Eve in Bethlehem Sheila December 24, 2006  Last year on this day, we were there with a large group of pilgrims. It’s a stunning experience to Read More
Bethlehem walled in Sheila December 24, 2006 Or walled out, depending on the side from which you view it. The Archbishop of Canterbury went from one side Read More
Always faithful Sheila December 24, 2006 My Marine friend Carmen sent me this story a few days ago, and I only had the chance to read Read More
Bethlehem Sheila December 23, 2006 The name means “house of bread,” which is of tremendous significance to Catholic Christians, though that translation is not widely Read More
Promise to the troops Sheila December 23, 2006 President Bush made a clear statement today that our military men and women can be certain there will be no Read More
Law and Order 101 Sheila December 18, 2006 Pope Benedict has always been a superb teacher. Read any of his writings, listen to any of his addresses, and Read More