U S Bishops weigh changes to Mass translation
U S Catholic bishops meet in Los Angeles to vote on a new English Order of the Mass aligned with the Latin text. The proposal would alter 12 of 19 prayers including the Nicene Creed and Gloria amid debates on trust, clergy shortages, and abuse crisis.
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Proposed English mass changes spark Vatican reforms
Inside a Vatican briefing Archbishop Pietro Sambi, the new nuncio to the United States, voiced empathy for American bishops amid church crises. He praised the broad integrity of clergy, noting most prelates were not bishops when the crises arose and received warm applause for his remarks. The discussion included proposed wording changes to Mass including the Lord be with you and the Nicene Creed.
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Blagojevich fundraiser ties to state hiring questioned
Chicago Tribune report links 15 associates of Antoin Rezko to state board and agency appointments, including hospital project oversight and housing commissions. Gov Blagojevich aides defend hires as qualified, while rivals urge disclosure as federal probes widen on hiring and contracts related to Rezko.
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Senate funds Boeing C-17 production to 181 planes
An emergency spending bill in the Senate allocates 227.5 million to continue Boeing C-17 production, supporting about 1,800 Missouri jobs. The move aims to replace aging transport planes, keep the line open, and add one more aircraft this year, with statewide economic impact cited for Boeing and 30+ suppliers. Critics call the funding pork and wasteful spending.
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Homeland Security finds states and cities unprepared for catastrophes
A 160 page Homeland Security review warns most states and major cities remain ill prepared for disasters. It notes gaps in evacuation planning and emergency response, with 18 hurricane belt states showing stronger plans than others. The report cites slow warnings, weak command chains, and limited care for the elderly or poor.
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