Day: December 24, 2021

Synagogue where St. Mary Magdalene may have worshipped discovered in Israel (Crux)

In 2009, the remains of the Migdal Synagogue were discovered in ancient Magdala, close to the shore of the Sea of Galilee. Now, researchers have unearthed a second synagogue there. “These are both from the Roman-period town and existed from about 50 BCE until the Jewish rebellion in 67 CE,” said excavation co-director Dina Avshalom-Gorni […]

At Christmas, African bishops have concerns about risks to peace, stability (CNS)

Bishops in Chad, Sudan, Ghana, and Ethiopia “expressed deep concerns about the severe challenges that threaten peace and stability throughout much of the continent,” according to the overview. Their messages “took on a common theme as they urged government leaders and opposing factions to come together to end confrontation and seek reconciliation so that local […]

Cardinal Bo sparks outrage with junta chief Christmas cake photo (AFP)

Cardinal Charles Bo of Yangon, the largest city in Myanmar (map), has frequently criticized military rule since a coup d’état in February, as a number of CWN stories attest (for example, March 24, September 1, October 26). On December 23, Cardinal Bo met with Min Aung Hlaing, the general who has ruled Myanmar since February. […]

Do You Hear What I Hear?

Do You Hear What I Hear? By Katherine Lucky December 24, 2021 December 10. The Christmas party begins innocently (and a few days before the arrival of the omicron variant puts an end to Christmas parties). Mulled wine simmers on the stove. Cinnamon sticks bob in the pot. One table is laid with gorgonzola and […]