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2015-03-10T07:35:47-06:00

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History of the Crusades: Richard the Lionhearted Defeats Saladin 1192

Last updated on: March 10, 2015 at 7:35 am By Rebecca Hamilton

I am aware that there are Islamic teachings which lead to a more peaceful application of that faith. I think that the interpretation referenced here is an accurate depiction of of the application of Islamic teachings of a thousand years ago. It also seems that it is still relevant to Islamic extremists today. I want to emphasize that this video discusses events which happened almost over a thousand years ago. The reason I am posting it here is to correct... Read more

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2015-03-09T12:22:51-06:00

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Day Off. Back Tomorrow.

Last updated on: March 9, 2015 at 12:22 pm By Rebecca Hamilton

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I’m overwhelmed with Mama stuff, as well as two deaths of long-time friends this weekend. I’ll try to get back with a post tomorrow. In the meantime, be nice to one another. Read more

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2015-03-07T13:56:57-07:00

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The Popes and the Sister Speak Against the Death Penalty

Last updated on: March 7, 2015 at 1:56 pm By Rebecca Hamilton

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Our popes have spoken with a consistent voice against the death penalty. I agree in general with Pope Francis’ comments on life sentences. Life sentences should be reserved for capital crimes and people who simply cannot be allowed to walk free because that would endanger the public safety. However, I do not support ending life sentences altogether. My favorite line in these videos is when St Helen Prejean said, “Gospel of Jesus stretches us.” Pope Francis on the death penalty... Read more

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2015-03-07T11:18:14-07:00

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Catholic Bloggers Unite Against the Death Penalty. This Catholic Blogger Says Wait a Minute.

Last updated on: March 7, 2015 at 11:18 am By Rebecca Hamilton

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I’m always the outlier. No matter what the question, as soon as the crowd starts yelling Huzzah!! I’m the one standing slightly aside, saying “wait a minute now.” I guess that means it’s no surprise that I’m the one saying “wait a minute now” about Catholic bloggers joining together in opposition to the death penalty. Not, mind you, that I favor the death penalty. And I certainly support Catholic bloggers getting together in support of Church teaching. I think that kind... Read more

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2015-03-05T20:16:36-07:00

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What is Human? Abortionists Try to Explain That Killing is Not Killing.

Last updated on: March 5, 2015 at 8:16 pm By Rebecca Hamilton

2015-03-06T07:36:01-07:00

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Our Rock Star Pope is More Popular than Ever

Last updated on: March 6, 2015 at 7:36 am By Rebecca Hamilton

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He’s bald, lives in a dorm, rides around in an old car, has one lung and a spreading waistband. And he’s a rock star. In fact, he’s the rock star on the planet today. He is also living proof that love, goodness and the joy of Christ Jesus are what people want in this world. Pope Francis, with his gentle ways and loving heart has taught us all a little bit of what Jesus meant when He used the word “shepherd.” I... Read more

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2015-03-06T07:37:50-07:00

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Boko Haram Murders 47 Nigerian Villagers. ISIS Bulldozes Archeological Treasures.

Last updated on: March 6, 2015 at 7:37 am By Rebecca Hamilton

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The work of murdering innocents and destroying civilization continues apace in that part of the world afflicted by Islamic extremists. Boko Haram’s latest atrocity was to attack a mosque in a village in Northern Nigeria named Njaba. According to witnesses, Boko Haram killers arrived at about 5:30 am and begin firing at people who were going to the community mosque. They specifically singled out men and boys to kill. Meanwhile, in Iraq, ISIS bulldozed the ancient archeological site of Nimrud.... Read more

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2015-03-05T22:13:17-07:00

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History of the Crusades: Richard the Lion Heart vs Saladin

Last updated on: March 5, 2015 at 10:13 pm By Rebecca Hamilton

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2015-03-05T16:16:32-07:00

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Money Talks, Facts Walk in Oklahoma’s Three Horse Economy.

Last updated on: March 5, 2015 at 4:16 pm By Rebecca Hamilton

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Oklahoma has a three-horse economy. Here it is in three words: Agriculture. Military bases. Oil. If you closed down those military bases and lowered the price of crude, Oklahoma’s three horse economy would dry up and blow away like a tumbleweed, bouncing before the wind. Oklahoma has been riding the crest of an oil boom for years now. This has led to policy decisions at the capitol which will be disastrous for Oklahoma’s people in the long run. The reason they... Read more

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2015-03-05T10:11:35-07:00

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Shades of Truth: A Film that Delves into the Legacy of Pope Pius XII

Last updated on: March 5, 2015 at 10:11 am By Rebecca Hamilton

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I’ve been reading a book called The Myth of Hitler’s Pope. I recommend it. I’m also going to check into this film as soon as I can. Read more

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