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The Monday Loop - March 17, 2025
MONDAY, MARCH 17 - SAINT PATRICK'S DAY
SATANIC ATTACK ON CHURCH IN KANSAS
A man vandalized St. Patrick Catholic Church in Wichita, Kansas Saturday, causing extensive damage, including destroying statues, smashing glass, burning an American flag, and scrawling a Satanic website on a wall. The FBI is investigating the alleged "hate crime."
TRUMP ORDERS STRIKES IN YEMEN
Trump ordered strikes on Houthi rebels in Yemen Saturday, saying, "Your attacks must stop." Some lawmakers criticized the move, citing a lack of congressional approval and escalation risks.
CNN POLL: DEMOCRATS AT RECORD LOW APPROVAL
A new poll shows Democrats’ favorability at a record low. Internal party conflicts and leadership dissatisfaction have contributed to the decline, while Trump’s approval has reached a personal high. Here are the numbers.
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LENTEN LESSONS: WHAT DOES IT TAKE TO BE A GODPARENT?
Being a Godparent is a sacred responsibility. Fr. Rocky explains the importance of Godparents (or sponsors) and what is required for this crucial role in the sacrament of Baptism. Find out if you have what it takes to be a Godparent in today’s Lenten Lesson on the Sacraments from Relevant Radio.
HOMESCHOOLING WIN?
A recent study indicates that homeschoolers report higher life satisfaction, stronger mental health, increased religious faith, and greater family stability, including higher marriage rates and lower divorce rates, compared to their peers.
OKLAHOMA MAY CASTRATE CHILD ABUSERS
The Oklahoma House passed a bill requiring child sex offenders to undergo chemical castration to be eligible for parole. The measure would require offenders to opt for the treatment or serve their full sentences.
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SO MUCH NEWS
Here are the stories we couldn’t fit in today’s LOOP: • Supreme Knight Patrick Kelly promotes magnanimity. • Senators move to ban using fetal cells in research. • Portland's archbishop condemned a pro-abortion holiday.
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DETROIT WELCOMES MASSIVE NUMBER OF CONVERTS
The Archdiocese of Detroit will welcome 977 new members this Easter, its largest group since 2017.
CATHOLIC VIRTUAL SCHOOL HAS BACKING
A coalition of organizations is backing St. Isidore of Seville Catholic Virtual School’s right to join Oklahoma’s charter program, arguing that blocking the nation's first Catholic charter school from public funding is unconstitutional and discriminatory.
SAINT PATRICK vs. FELLOW BISHOPS
While the early life of Patrick as a slave is well-known, less is known about his latter days. Learn about his little-known conflict with the bishops of Britain toward the end of his ministry.
CATHOLIC 101
The late great Warren Carroll wrote a mesmerizing account of Saint Patrick and the conversion of Ireland. Enjoy the story alongside your Guinness!
SAINT OF THE DAY
On March 17, Catholics celebrate Saint Patrick, the fifth-century bishop and patron of Ireland, whose life of holiness set the example for many of the Church's future saints.
DAILY PSALM
“Lord, do not deal with us according to our sins." (103:10)
DAILY READINGS
Today's Mass readings.
CONTEMPLATION
The Holy See Press Office over the weekend released this peaceful photograph of Pope Francis in silent prayer at the altar after celebrating Mass. It is the first photograph of the Holy Father to be released since his hospitalization over a month ago.