Pius X advocated for frequent and, even daily reception of the Eucharist. He promoted the reading of the Bible among laypeople, reformed the liturgy, promoted clear and simple homilies, and brought back Gregorian chant. He revised the Breviary, reorganized the curia, and initiated the codification of canon law.
He died in 1914 of natural causes reportedly aggravated by worries over the beginning of World War I.
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In “Walking in a Relaxed Manner”, Sister Joyce Rupp described how despite months of training and preparation, she never anticipated how difficult her 825 km walk on the Camino would be. She was often at the mercy of the weather and challenged by the rugged terrain.
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The Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) reported earlier this week that the number of volunteers in Australia has been steadily falling each year. Sadly, a sign of the times perhaps but people say they are too busy. However, not everyone is focussed on their own lot in life and are happy to give back to their local communities, as Suvi Mahonen reports.
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A woman’s rights over her own body versus the rights of the unborn has been one of society’s most contentious issues. The line in the sand has long been drawn, and proponents on either side refuse to give an inch.
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