Bishop Martino

Bishop Martino, a vocal pro-lifer and the head of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Scranton, announced today that he has resigned, after six years on the job. His retirement comes at the unusually low age of 62. General retirement age for Catholic bishops is 75. Martino cited poor health for his need to resign. WNEP reporterd that Martino said, "The Diocese of Scranton requires a bishop who is at least physically vigorous. I am not that bishop." Cardinal Justin Regali of the Philadelphia...Read Full Story

A lot of anti-war protesters have come and gone over the last few years, but Cindy Sheehan is still giving hell to the war machine, still shouting into megaphones and being led away in handcuffs. As you may or may not recall, after her son was killed in the Iraq War in 2004, she became a peace activist and staged a highly publicized protest outside of Bush’s ranch in Crawford, Texas in 2005. Whether you agree with her stance or not, you’ve got to give her credit for consistency – she didn’t...Read Full Story

Wikizines are interactive magazines that anyone can create or edit - and this one is called "Bishop Martino ". Here you can find fresh voices and respond in real time. Some members write articles about recent news and trends related to the wikizine's topic, others recount relevant personal stories or share their favorite pictures and video clips. Got an interesting idea or story to share with other members of this wikizine? Well, then put on your journalist's cap and add your own article!Read Full Story

Illegal immigration needs 'humane' fix, bishops state as Mexican president visits :: Catholic News Agency (CNA)Read Full Story

Thomas More College to Host Fides et Ratio SeminarsPosted using ShareThisRead Full Story