"On Wednesday, the ACLU sent a letter to federal health officials urging the government to force Catholic hospitals in the U.S. to perform abortions in violation of their core moral commitment to protecting the lives of the unborn. They're counting on sympathetic Obama rationing czar Donald Berwick -- a recess appointee whose radical views on wealth and health redistribution were never vetted by Congress -- to dictate which religious principles hospital operators can and cannot follow."
Read more: GOPUSA » Commentary » Malkin: The ACLU's Unholy War on Catholic Hospitals:
Tuesday, December 28, 2010
Monday, December 27, 2010
Catholic Culture : Latest Headlines : Philippines: bomb explodes during Christmas Mass
"A bomb exploded during Christmas Mass in a chapel on the island of Jolo, injuring 11. “I was reading the Gospel,” said Father Romeo Villanueva. “I was not yet finished when there was a loud explosion.” The Islamic separatist group Abu Sayyaf is suspected in the attack, which was condemned by the mainstream Muslim National Ulama Conference. Visit:Catholic Culture : Latest Headlines : Philippines: bomb explodes during Christmas Mass:
Sunday, December 26, 2010
Tom Powers: Vikings moved to Tuesday? Talk about a snow job - TwinCities.com
PHILADELPHIA - Oooooo, six inches of snow. Oooooo, I'm scared. Better call off the game and call in the National Guard. Heck, in Minnesota we dump six inches of snow out of our socks at the end of the day. What's going on with the NFL, anyway? Didn't the Vikings and Chicago Bears just play in a snowstorm at TCF Bank Stadium? Visit:
Tom Powers: Vikings moved to Tuesday? Talk about a snow job - TwinCities.com
Tom Powers: Vikings moved to Tuesday? Talk about a snow job - TwinCities.com
Hospital’s suit over Medicaid dismissed
Boston Medical Center sued the state of Massachusetts over inadequate Medicaid reimbursements and this was the judge's response: "State Superior Court Judge Judith Fabricant, in yesterday’s ruling, acknowledged that the medical center’s argument is a significant one. But, she ruled that the solution to the medical center’s “extreme economic pressure” should be addressed in “the political branches of government, not in the courts" Visit:Hospital’s suit over Medicaid dismissed
Thursday, December 23, 2010
In the Bleak Midwinter
by Christina Rossetti (1872)
In the bleak mid-winter
Frosty wind made moan,
Earth stood hard as iron,
Water like a stone;
Snow had fallen, snow on snow,
Snow on snow,
In the bleak mid-winter
Long ago.
Our God, Heaven cannot hold Him
Nor earth sustain;
Heaven and earth shall flee away
When He comes to reign:
In the bleak mid-winter
A stable-place sufficed
The Lord God Almighty,
Jesus Christ.
Enough for Him, whom cherubim
Worship night and day,
A breastful of milk
And a mangerful of hay;
Enough for Him, whom angels
Fall down before,
The ox and ass and camel
Which adore.
Angels and archangels
May have gathered there,
Cherubim and seraphim
Thronged the air,
But only His mother
In her maiden bliss,
Worshipped the Beloved
With a kiss.
What can I give Him,
Poor as I am?
If I were a shepherd
I would bring a lamb,
If I were a wise man
I would do my part,
Yet what I can I give Him,
Give my heart.
In the bleak mid-winter
Frosty wind made moan,
Earth stood hard as iron,
Water like a stone;
Snow had fallen, snow on snow,
Snow on snow,
In the bleak mid-winter
Long ago.
Our God, Heaven cannot hold Him
Nor earth sustain;
Heaven and earth shall flee away
When He comes to reign:
In the bleak mid-winter
A stable-place sufficed
The Lord God Almighty,
Jesus Christ.
Enough for Him, whom cherubim
Worship night and day,
A breastful of milk
And a mangerful of hay;
Enough for Him, whom angels
Fall down before,
The ox and ass and camel
Which adore.
Angels and archangels
May have gathered there,
Cherubim and seraphim
Thronged the air,
But only His mother
In her maiden bliss,
Worshipped the Beloved
With a kiss.
What can I give Him,
Poor as I am?
If I were a shepherd
I would bring a lamb,
If I were a wise man
I would do my part,
Yet what I can I give Him,
Give my heart.
Wednesday, December 22, 2010
The first to recognize Jesus -- an unborn child!
The first to recognize Jesus -- an unborn child!: "When Elizabeth heard Mary's greeting, the baby leaped in her womb, and Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit. 42 In a loud voice she exclaimed: 'Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the child you will bear! 43 But why am I so favored, that the mother of my Lord should come to me? 44 As soon as the sound of your greeting reached my ears, the baby in my womb leaped for joy. Luke 1:41-44 (New International Version)"
Friday, December 17, 2010
Pitchfork politics: the feds are targeting conscientious doctors | LifeSiteNews.com
Why should you care about the conscience rights of doctors? Conscience rights may determine whether you have a doctor or not.
From the article: "physicians want to be able to follow their consciences when they practice medicine and have the power to say “no” to certain medical procedures without having to fear being reprimanded or losing their jobs." Comments that follow the article list examples of other countries where conscientious doctors have been fired. Visit:
Pitchfork politics: the feds are targeting conscientious doctors | LifeSiteNews.com
From the article: "physicians want to be able to follow their consciences when they practice medicine and have the power to say “no” to certain medical procedures without having to fear being reprimanded or losing their jobs." Comments that follow the article list examples of other countries where conscientious doctors have been fired. Visit:
Pitchfork politics: the feds are targeting conscientious doctors | LifeSiteNews.com
Thursday, December 16, 2010
20 States Fighting Health Care - Citizens Voice | News | citizensvoice.com
"PENSACOLA, Fla. (AP) -- Attorneys for 20 states fighting the new federal health care law told a judge Thursday it will expand the government's powers in dangerous and unintended ways.
The states want U.S. District Judge Roger Vinson to issue a summary judgment throwing out the health care law without a full trial. They argue it violates people's rights by forcing them to buy health insurance by 2014 or face penalties." Visit:Citizens Voice | News | citizensvoice.com:
The states want U.S. District Judge Roger Vinson to issue a summary judgment throwing out the health care law without a full trial. They argue it violates people's rights by forcing them to buy health insurance by 2014 or face penalties." Visit:Citizens Voice | News | citizensvoice.com:
Monday, December 13, 2010
EWTN Press Release - EWTN’s Christmas Specials To Include “The Star of Bethlehem” Documentary from “The Passion of the Christ” Producer
EWTN’s Christmas Specials To Include “The Star of Bethlehem” Documentary from “The Passion of the Christ” Producer
Irondale, AL (EWTN) – Christmas specials on EWTN Global Catholic Network this year include a new documentary proving the existence of the Star of Bethlehem from the producer of “The Passion of the Christ”) as well as classics with stars such as Loretta Young, Christopher Plummer, Frankie Avalon, Snooky Larson, June Valli, Mario Lanza, and Rosalind Russell. There is literally something for everyone. Highlights include: (All times below are U.S. Eastern Time.)
The Star of Bethlehem
From “The Passion of the Christ” Producer Stephen McEveety comes a documentary that proves the existence of the Star of Bethlehem, whose existence has been debated for centuries by historians, scientists and scholars. “Either they believe the Star is true or they think it was made up by the early Church,” says Texas A&”M Professor Rick Larson. “I took a different approach in my research and treated the Star as a mystery or puzzle, looking at the Bible and comparing the facts of Scripture with facts from science and history.” (10 a.m. Dec. 21, 11 p.m. Dec. 25, 8 p.m. Dec. 27, 3 a.m. Dec. 28, 5:30 p.m. Dec. 29, 10:30 a.m. Dec. 31)
The San Juan Children’s Choir Presents: Siempre Navidad (Always Christmas)
This festive concert, with music from around the world, displays the joyful spirit of Christmas in Puerto Rico. (30-minute version: 9 a.m. Dec. 20. 60-minute version: 6 p.m. Dec. 22 and 4 p.m. Dec. 27)
The Story of the Selfish Giant
A grandfather uses Oscar Wilde's timeless tale to unlock the true meaning of Christmas for his granddaughter. This is a charming story with a strong Christian message about the meaning of love and sacrifice. It is bound to become one of your Christmas favorites.
(10:30 a.m. Dec. 20 and 4 p.m. Dec. 26).
The Chimes
Written by Charles Dickens and narrated by Derek Jacobi, this is the story of a poor and discouraged 19th Century porter. Chiming church bells magically transport him to the future where his hope is renewed. (4 p.m. Dec. 23 and 6 a.m. Dec. 27)
Loretta Young: 3 & 2 Please
Academy Awarding Winning Actress Loretta Young starts as “Sister Ann,” a nun who brightens the lives of patients in a Catholic hospital at Christmas. (6:30 p.m. Dec. 21, 11 a.m. Dec. 23, 2:30 a.m. Dec. 26, and 2:30 a.m. Dec. 27)
The First Christmas
Narrated by Christopher Plummer, this colorful animated production tells the traditional story of the birth of Jesus. (4:30 p.m. Dec. 24, 11 a.m. Dec. 25, and 10:30 a.m. Dec. 27)
The Promise
A 1967 dramatization of the Annunciation and Nativity, followed by a brief discussion of the film by Father Patrick Peyton and Frankie Avalon. (2:30 p.m. Dec. 22, 3:30 a.m. Dec. 24, 5:30 a.m. Dec. 27, 3 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Dec. 29)
Christopher Close-Up: Christopher Classic Christmas
Christopher Founder Father James Keller, M.M. celebrates Christmas with stars of yesteryear, including Snooky Larson, June Valli, Mario Lanza, Rosalind Russell and more. (6:30 a.m. Dec. 21, 9 p.m. Dec. 22, and 3 a.m. Dec. 24)
Catholic University of America Christmas Concert
This annual concert presents a brilliant blend of angelic voices and the wonderful sounds of the Christmas season. (11 p.m. Dec. 23 and 2 p.m. Dec. 25)
The World is Born: Christmas with the Louisville Chorus
The Louisville Chorus celebrates the sounds of the season in this special presentation of Christmas favorites. The choir performs in the historic St. Martin of Tours Church in Louisville, Kentucky. (10 p.m. Dec. 23, 2 p.m. Dec. 27, and 11 a.m. Jan. 1)
Dana: Our Family Christmas
Join Dana, her family and friends as they present an old-fashioned family Christmas. Hear the meaning of many traditional customs, and gather new ideas for you and your family. (9 a.m. Dec. 24 and 4:30 a.m. Dec. 27)
Solemn Mass at Midnight with Pope Benedict XVI (Live from Rome)
Solemnity of the Birth of Our Lord: Midnight Mass with the Holy Father from St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome. (6 p.m. Dec. 24 (live), 8 a.m. Dec. 25, and 4 p.m. Dec. 25)
Choral Meditations and Solemn Mass of Christmas Eve from the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception (Live from Washington, D.C.)
From the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, DC, USA. (10 p.m. Dec. 24 (live))
Urbi et Orbi from Rome: Pope Benedict's Christmas Message to the World (Live)
From St. Peter's Square. Join the Holy Father for his inspiring Christmas Day message to the world on the celebration of Christ’s birth. (6 a.m. (live) Dec. 25, 10 p.m. Dec. 25, 3 a.m. Dec. 26, and 5 p.m. Dec. 26)
EWTN Global Catholic Network, in its 27th year, is available in over 148 million television households in more than 140 countries and territories. With its direct broadcast satellite television and radio services, AM & FM radio networks, worldwide short-wave radio station, Internet website www.ewtn.com and publishing arm, EWTN, is the largest religious media network in the world.
Visit:EWTN Press Release - EWTN’s Christmas Specials To Include “The Star of Bethlehem” Documentary from “The Passion of the Christ” Producer
Irondale, AL (EWTN) – Christmas specials on EWTN Global Catholic Network this year include a new documentary proving the existence of the Star of Bethlehem from the producer of “The Passion of the Christ”) as well as classics with stars such as Loretta Young, Christopher Plummer, Frankie Avalon, Snooky Larson, June Valli, Mario Lanza, and Rosalind Russell. There is literally something for everyone. Highlights include: (All times below are U.S. Eastern Time.)
The Star of Bethlehem
From “The Passion of the Christ” Producer Stephen McEveety comes a documentary that proves the existence of the Star of Bethlehem, whose existence has been debated for centuries by historians, scientists and scholars. “Either they believe the Star is true or they think it was made up by the early Church,” says Texas A&”M Professor Rick Larson. “I took a different approach in my research and treated the Star as a mystery or puzzle, looking at the Bible and comparing the facts of Scripture with facts from science and history.” (10 a.m. Dec. 21, 11 p.m. Dec. 25, 8 p.m. Dec. 27, 3 a.m. Dec. 28, 5:30 p.m. Dec. 29, 10:30 a.m. Dec. 31)
The San Juan Children’s Choir Presents: Siempre Navidad (Always Christmas)
This festive concert, with music from around the world, displays the joyful spirit of Christmas in Puerto Rico. (30-minute version: 9 a.m. Dec. 20. 60-minute version: 6 p.m. Dec. 22 and 4 p.m. Dec. 27)
The Story of the Selfish Giant
A grandfather uses Oscar Wilde's timeless tale to unlock the true meaning of Christmas for his granddaughter. This is a charming story with a strong Christian message about the meaning of love and sacrifice. It is bound to become one of your Christmas favorites.
(10:30 a.m. Dec. 20 and 4 p.m. Dec. 26).
The Chimes
Written by Charles Dickens and narrated by Derek Jacobi, this is the story of a poor and discouraged 19th Century porter. Chiming church bells magically transport him to the future where his hope is renewed. (4 p.m. Dec. 23 and 6 a.m. Dec. 27)
Loretta Young: 3 & 2 Please
Academy Awarding Winning Actress Loretta Young starts as “Sister Ann,” a nun who brightens the lives of patients in a Catholic hospital at Christmas. (6:30 p.m. Dec. 21, 11 a.m. Dec. 23, 2:30 a.m. Dec. 26, and 2:30 a.m. Dec. 27)
The First Christmas
Narrated by Christopher Plummer, this colorful animated production tells the traditional story of the birth of Jesus. (4:30 p.m. Dec. 24, 11 a.m. Dec. 25, and 10:30 a.m. Dec. 27)
The Promise
A 1967 dramatization of the Annunciation and Nativity, followed by a brief discussion of the film by Father Patrick Peyton and Frankie Avalon. (2:30 p.m. Dec. 22, 3:30 a.m. Dec. 24, 5:30 a.m. Dec. 27, 3 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Dec. 29)
Christopher Close-Up: Christopher Classic Christmas
Christopher Founder Father James Keller, M.M. celebrates Christmas with stars of yesteryear, including Snooky Larson, June Valli, Mario Lanza, Rosalind Russell and more. (6:30 a.m. Dec. 21, 9 p.m. Dec. 22, and 3 a.m. Dec. 24)
Catholic University of America Christmas Concert
This annual concert presents a brilliant blend of angelic voices and the wonderful sounds of the Christmas season. (11 p.m. Dec. 23 and 2 p.m. Dec. 25)
The World is Born: Christmas with the Louisville Chorus
The Louisville Chorus celebrates the sounds of the season in this special presentation of Christmas favorites. The choir performs in the historic St. Martin of Tours Church in Louisville, Kentucky. (10 p.m. Dec. 23, 2 p.m. Dec. 27, and 11 a.m. Jan. 1)
Dana: Our Family Christmas
Join Dana, her family and friends as they present an old-fashioned family Christmas. Hear the meaning of many traditional customs, and gather new ideas for you and your family. (9 a.m. Dec. 24 and 4:30 a.m. Dec. 27)
Solemn Mass at Midnight with Pope Benedict XVI (Live from Rome)
Solemnity of the Birth of Our Lord: Midnight Mass with the Holy Father from St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome. (6 p.m. Dec. 24 (live), 8 a.m. Dec. 25, and 4 p.m. Dec. 25)
Choral Meditations and Solemn Mass of Christmas Eve from the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception (Live from Washington, D.C.)
From the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, DC, USA. (10 p.m. Dec. 24 (live))
Urbi et Orbi from Rome: Pope Benedict's Christmas Message to the World (Live)
From St. Peter's Square. Join the Holy Father for his inspiring Christmas Day message to the world on the celebration of Christ’s birth. (6 a.m. (live) Dec. 25, 10 p.m. Dec. 25, 3 a.m. Dec. 26, and 5 p.m. Dec. 26)
EWTN Global Catholic Network, in its 27th year, is available in over 148 million television households in more than 140 countries and territories. With its direct broadcast satellite television and radio services, AM & FM radio networks, worldwide short-wave radio station, Internet website www.ewtn.com and publishing arm, EWTN, is the largest religious media network in the world.
Visit:EWTN Press Release - EWTN’s Christmas Specials To Include “The Star of Bethlehem” Documentary from “The Passion of the Christ” Producer
Sunday, December 12, 2010
Turner Calls for Global One-Child Policy
Ted Turner, the founder of CNN, called on world leaders Sunday to address the global warming crisis by drastically reducing the number of people on the planet. Maintaining that the very future of humanity was at stake, Turner urged immediate action: “If we’re going to be here [as a species] 5,000 years from now, we’re not going to do it with seven billion people,” said Turner, who went on to propose the immediate adoption of a global one-child policy.
VISIT:Turner Calls for Global One-Child Policy
VISIT:Turner Calls for Global One-Child Policy
Wednesday, December 08, 2010
Pro-Life Champion Joe Pitts to Head Key ObamaCare Panel | LifeNews.com
"When it comes to abortion and taxpayer funding of it, Congressman Joe Pitts of Pennsylvania is the one of the big pro-life champions on Capital Hill.
Now he will have the opportunity to head a key subcommittee that will have jurisdiction over efforts to repeal the ObamaCare law or, at minimum, de-fund the law or the abortion funding it allows." Visit:
Pro-Life Champion Joe Pitts to Head Key ObamaCare Panel | LifeNews.com
Now he will have the opportunity to head a key subcommittee that will have jurisdiction over efforts to repeal the ObamaCare law or, at minimum, de-fund the law or the abortion funding it allows." Visit:
Pro-Life Champion Joe Pitts to Head Key ObamaCare Panel | LifeNews.com
Republican, Democrat to Lead Congressional Pro-Life Caucus | LifeNews.com
"Today, Rep. Chris Smith, the pro-life champion from New Jersey, announced that he and pro-life Rep. Dan Lipinski will head the caucus as the next session of Congress provides pro-life advocates their highest numbers ever in the House of Representatives." Visit:
Republican, Democrat to Lead Congressional Pro-Life Caucus | LifeNews.com
Republican, Democrat to Lead Congressional Pro-Life Caucus | LifeNews.com
Saturday, December 04, 2010
A Pro-Life Reflection on Advent by Father Peter West
"Reflecting on Mary’s pregnancy can teach us patience and the attitude of joyful expectation that all of us should have as we prepare to celebrate the birth of Jesus and as we wait for his second coming in glory at the end of time. This attitude of joyful expectation should accompany the pregnancy of every woman as we await the birth of her pre-born child. Each child is made in the image and likeness of God no matter what their handicaps or circumstances of conception. Every child deserves a chance to be born and to continue to grow and develop outside the womb. Jesus identifies with the pre-born since he himself was a pre-born child." Father West's homily can be found here: Advent Reflection
Thursday, December 02, 2010
Euthanasia Prevention Coalition: Scottish Parliament rejects MacDonald euthanasia bill
"The Scottish parliament, today, stunningly defeated Margo MacDonald's End-of-Life Assistance bill, that would have legalized euthanasia in Scotland.
The bill was defeated by an astounding 85 to 16 vote, with two abstentions." Visit:Euthanasia Prevention Coalition: Scottish Parliament rejects MacDonald euthanasia bill:
The bill was defeated by an astounding 85 to 16 vote, with two abstentions." Visit:Euthanasia Prevention Coalition: Scottish Parliament rejects MacDonald euthanasia bill:
Alaska judge to fast-track Miller's suit - The Hill's Ballot Box
"Miller's lawsuit claims the state applied a faulty and arbitrary 'voter intent' standard to the counting of write-in ballots and wants thousands of ballots thrown out due to improper spelling of Murkowski's name or other irregularities. " Visit: Alaska judge to fast-track Miller's suit - The Hill's Ballot Box:
Wednesday, December 01, 2010
Cardinal O'Connor Conference :: 2011 Speakers
The Cardinal O'Connor Conferennce on Life for 2011 is a conference for high school and college students. It will be held on Sunday, January 23, 2011 at Georgetown University. Speakers include Steven W. Mosher on China's One Child Policy, Mother Agnes Mary Donovan Superior General of Sisters of Life, and the Diocese of Scranton's Rev. Chrles Connor PhD. and others. For Further information or to register visit:Cardinal O'Connor Conference :: 2011 Speakers
Saturday, November 27, 2010
From Wesley Smith: Medicare in Trouble
Medicare is in deep trouble because it is a single payer health care system that seeks to cut costs by, among other ways, restricting physician and facility compensation. As a consequence, we are seeing the ongoing collapse of the system as doctors restrict their patient load and cease providing optimal care. From the story:
Want an appointment with kidney specialist Adam Weinstein of Easton, Md.? If you’re a senior covered by Medicare, the wait is eight weeks. How about a checkup from geriatric specialist Michael Trahos? Expect to see him every six months: The Alexandria-based doctor has been limiting most of his Medicare patients to twice yearly rather than the quarterly checkups....Medicare in Trouble
Want an appointment with kidney specialist Adam Weinstein of Easton, Md.? If you’re a senior covered by Medicare, the wait is eight weeks. How about a checkup from geriatric specialist Michael Trahos? Expect to see him every six months: The Alexandria-based doctor has been limiting most of his Medicare patients to twice yearly rather than the quarterly checkups....Medicare in Trouble
Thursday, November 18, 2010
SUNLIT UPLANDS: Archbishop Dolan Wins Upset Election as Head of Bishops' Conference
"In a surprise vote that was described as a “seismic shift” by one prominent Catholic commentator, the strongly pro-life Archbishop Timothy Dolan of New York today beat out controversial sitting Vice President Bishop Gerald Kicanas to become the next president of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB)." Visit:SUNLIT UPLANDS: Archbishop Dolan Wins Upset Election as Head of Bishops' Conference:
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
Scranton, PA: Mercy Hospital's union holding public meeting to discuss impending sale - News - The Times-Tribune
"More than a month after Mercy Health Partners announced that it was seeking a buyer, employees are holding a public meeting today to discuss their concerns about the sale and at least one potential buyer.
Mercy officials have been tight-lipped about potential buyers, telling employees that a confidentiality agreement bars them from releasing any specifics. President and CEO Kevin Cook expects a decision by the end of the year."
Visit: Mercy Hospital's union holding public meeting to discuss impending sale - News - The Times-Tribune:
Mercy officials have been tight-lipped about potential buyers, telling employees that a confidentiality agreement bars them from releasing any specifics. President and CEO Kevin Cook expects a decision by the end of the year."
Visit: Mercy Hospital's union holding public meeting to discuss impending sale - News - The Times-Tribune:
Sunday, November 14, 2010
Rebranded ACORN Network Will Target Battleground States in 2012
By Kevin Mooney — Political operatives connected with renamed ACORN affiliates remain strongly positioned to help swing close, competitive races for left-leaning candidates in 2012 elections, according to former insiders and policy analysts who are familiar with the network’s operations.
Even as the organization known in full as the Association of Community Organizers for Reform NOW (ACORN) files for bankruptcy, it continues to reconstitute itself on the state and national level with the same leadership, same staff, same offices and the same financial backers, sources say.
Read more at NetRightDaily.com: http://netrightdaily.com/2010/11/rebranded-acorn-network-will-target-battleground-states-in-2012/#ixzz15FkqfmHsRebranded ACORN Network Will Target Battleground States in 2012
Even as the organization known in full as the Association of Community Organizers for Reform NOW (ACORN) files for bankruptcy, it continues to reconstitute itself on the state and national level with the same leadership, same staff, same offices and the same financial backers, sources say.
Read more at NetRightDaily.com: http://netrightdaily.com/2010/11/rebranded-acorn-network-will-target-battleground-states-in-2012/#ixzz15FkqfmHsRebranded ACORN Network Will Target Battleground States in 2012
Tuesday, November 09, 2010
U.S. Senator Sam Brownback -- Press Release
Recently elected Kansas Governor Sam Brownback commented on the health care bill in July:
Brownback, the committee's ranking member, said, "This updated chart illustrates the overwhelming expansion of government control over health choices and the bewildering complexity facing everyone affected by this law. It doesn't take long to see how the recently signed health care bill causes a hugely expensive and explosive expansion of federal control over health care. Personal choices that should be between a doctor and a patient will quickly be strangled in a never ending web of bureaucracy."
Visit: U.S. Senator Sam Brownback -- Press Release
Brownback appeared today on Gretta Van Sustren's Show and pledged to oppose Obama's health care directing his Attorney General to join the lawsuit against Obamacare.
Brownback, the committee's ranking member, said, "This updated chart illustrates the overwhelming expansion of government control over health choices and the bewildering complexity facing everyone affected by this law. It doesn't take long to see how the recently signed health care bill causes a hugely expensive and explosive expansion of federal control over health care. Personal choices that should be between a doctor and a patient will quickly be strangled in a never ending web of bureaucracy."
Visit: U.S. Senator Sam Brownback -- Press Release
Brownback appeared today on Gretta Van Sustren's Show and pledged to oppose Obama's health care directing his Attorney General to join the lawsuit against Obamacare.
Republican candidates dominate election - Kansas State Collegian - News
The Republican Party triumphed with a sweep of all major statewide offices in Kansas last night. The majority of the races were called early in the evening, with most GOP candidates ahead by double digits in the polls. Visit:
Republican candidates dominate election - Kansas State Collegian - News
Republican candidates dominate election - Kansas State Collegian - News
Sunday, November 07, 2010
'I'll make sure Obamacare never, ever implemented'
Boehmer: "This health-care bill will ruin the best health-care system in the world, and it will bankrupt our country," Boehner said, "And secondly, let's not forget, this is also about jobs. And if you look at all of the requirements [the bill places] on employers, you can understand why they're not hiring new employees, because we've raised the cost of employment."
Visit: 'I'll make sure Obamacare never, ever implemented'
Visit: 'I'll make sure Obamacare never, ever implemented'
Saturday, November 06, 2010
Election Night Scorecard | SBA-List
Susan B. Anthony List proudly announced their wins on election night. SBA List was one of several pro-life groups to bring the candidates stand on abortion to the attention of the voters. If anything, the results should prove that being pro-life is a winning issue.
"Election Night Scorecard
Total SBA List Races: 90
Wins: 61
Losses: 19
Too Close to call: 10
SBA Lists first the Pro-Life Women Candidates then others. Visit: "Election Night Scorecard | SBA-List:
"Election Night Scorecard
Total SBA List Races: 90
Wins: 61
Losses: 19
Too Close to call: 10
SBA Lists first the Pro-Life Women Candidates then others. Visit: "Election Night Scorecard | SBA-List:
New Jersey Residents: Urgent Alert from New Jersey Right to Life! PP Funding Bills Scheduled for Hearing on Mon. Nov. 8. Take Action Immediately!
**11/03/10 Update - Urgent Action Needed! The Assembly Appropriations has scheduled a hearing on Bills A3273 and A3274 to fund Planned Parenthood/family planning clinics for Mon.Nov. 8, 2010 at 2 p.m. in Committee Room 11, 4th Floor of the State House Annex. These are the Assembly versions of the bills which were supposed to be heard at the October 7 Senate Budget Committee that was cancelled. See below for further details.
Bill information: Bill S2293/A3274 transfers $5M of unexpended balance from Purchase of Service for Inmates Incarcerated in County Penal Facilities account from the budget and appropriates that amount for Women's Health and family planning services. Bill S2294/A3273 requires the Department of Human Services to file a permanent waiver application to expand medicaid coverage to persons up to 200% of the poverty level. The bills will ensure that Planned Parenthood/family planning clinics get reimbursed 90% for every service they provide.
An important fact that the sponsors of these bills won't mention is that a U.S. Inspector General audit found that from 2001-2005, Planned Parenthood improperly billed all outpatient services to get the 90% reimbursement rate. The State had to reimburse the federal government a total of $3M for this billing error. Their arrogance knows no bounds.
These bills are on the fast track.
1. If possible, please plan to come down to the Assembly Appropriations Hearing in Trenton on Monday, November 8 for the Hearing to show your opposition to funding Planned Parenthood/family planning clinics. Please email me at mtasy@njrtl.org if you plan to come to Trenton.
2. Please email and call the members of the Assembly Appropriations Committee listed below and the Governor with suggested message(s) as soon as possible, but before Monday. See below for list of members and suggested message.
3. Please phone and email your own State Senator and 2 Assembly persons with the same message. You can also send a pre-written email to them directly by clicking on "Take Action."
On September 20, the NJ Senate failed to override the Governor's VETO of S2139. Thanks to all who contacted their Senators. Immediately following the vote, Democrats in both Houses introduced two new bills, S2293/A3274 and S2294/ A3273 to fund Planned Parenthood. Please call and email the following members of the Assembly Appropriations Committee and Senate Budget Committee and the Governor. See messages for each below.
Message for Members of the Assembly Appropriations and your three State Legislators: As a NJ taxpayer and citizen, I urge you to vote no on Bills A3273 and A3274. I don't want my tax dollars used to fund Planned Parenthood/family planning clinics. Thank you.
Contact these Members of the Assembly Appropriations Committee with the message above
Nellie Pou, Chair (D), 973 247-1555, AswPou@njleg.org
Ruben J. Ramos (D), Vice Chair, 201 714-4960, AsmRamos@njleg.org
Dawn Marie Addiego,(R), 609 654-1498, AswAddiego@njleg.org
Peter J. Barnes (D), 732 548-1406, AsmBarnes@njleg.org
Upendra J. Chivukula,(D), 732 247-3999, AsmChivukula@njleg.org
Herb Conaway (D), 856 461-3997, AsmConaway@njleg.org
Louis D. Greenwald (D), 856 435-1247, AsmGreenwald@njleg.org
John DiMaio (R), 908 684-9550, AsmDiMaio@njleg.org
John F. McKeon (D), 973 275-1113, AsmMcKeon@njleg.org
Erik Peterson (R), 908 237-4694, AsmPeterson@njleg.org
Samuel Thompson (R), 732 583-5558, AsmThompson@njleg.org
Phone # for Governor Christie Phone # 609 292 6000, Fax 609 292 3454
Click here to email the Governor.
Message for Governor Christie: As a NJ taxpayer and citizen, I urge you to veto Bills S2293/A3274 and S2294/A3273. I don't want my tax dollars used to fund Planned Parenthood/family planning clinics. Thank you.
10/7/10- The Senate Budget Committee cancelled a hearing on Bills S2293/A3274 and S2294/A3273 for Thursday, October 7 at 1 p.m., Committee Room 4, 1st Floor of the State House Annex. These bills are pro-abortion lawmakers' second try to fund one of their core constituencies, Planned Parenthood, with our tax dollars. Check back for further updates.
On September 20, the NJ Senate failed to override the Governor's veto on Sep 20. Thanks to all who contacted their Senators. Immediately following the vote, Democrats in both Houses introduced two new bills, S2293 and S2294 and A3273 and A3274 to fund Planned Parenthood. Please call and email the members of the Senate Budget Committee and the Governor. See messages for each below.
Message for Members of the Senate Budget Committee and your three State Legislators: As a NJ taxpayer and citizen, I urge you to vote no on Bills A3273 and A3274. I don't want my tax dollars used to fund Planned Parenthood/family planning clinics. Thank you.
Members of the Senate Budget Committee:
Senator Paul Sarlo (D), 201 804-8118, SenSarlo@njleg.org
Senator Brian Stack (D), 201 861-5091, SenStack@njleg.org
Senator James Beach (D), 856 429-1572, SenBeach@njleg.org
Senator Anthony Bucco (R), 973 627-9700, SenBucco@njleg.org
Senator Mike Doherty (R), 908 835-0552, SenDoherty@njleg.org
Senator Steve Oroho (R), 973 300-0200, SenOroho@njleg.org
Senator Kevin O'Toole (R), 973 237-1360, SenOToole@njleg.org
Senator Joseph Pennacchio (R), 973 227-4012, SenPennacchio@njleg.org
Senator Sandra Cunningham (D), 201 451-5100, SenCunningham@njleg.org
Senator M. Teresa Ruiz (D), 973 484-1000, SenRuiz@njleg.org
Senator Shirley Turner (D), 609 530-3277, SenTurner@njleg.org
Senator Jeff Van Drew (D), 609 465 0700, SenVanDrew@njleg.org
Senator Barbara Buono (D), 732 205 1372, SenBuono@njleg.org
Phone # for Governor Christie 609 292 6000, Fax 609 292 3454
Click here to email the Governor.
Message for Governor Christie: As a NJ taxpayer and citizen, I urge you to veto Bills S2293/A3274 and S2294/A3273. I don't want my tax dollars used to fund Planned Parenthood/family planning clinics. Thank you.
Bill information: Bill S2293/A3274 transfers $5M of unexpended balance from Purchase of Service for Inmates Incarcerated in County Penal Facilities account from the budget and appropriates that amount for Women's Health and family planning services. Bill S2294/A3273 requires the Department of Human Services to file a permanent waiver application to expand medicaid coverage to persons up to 200% of the poverty level. The bills will ensure that Planned Parenthood/family planning clinics get reimbursed 90% for every service they provide.
An important fact that the sponsors of these bills won't mention is that a U.S. Inspector General audit found that from 2001-2005, Planned Parenthood improperly billed all outpatient services to get the 90% reimbursement rate. The State had to reimburse the federal government a total of $3M for this billing error. Their arrogance knows no bounds.
These bills are on the fast track.
1. If possible, please plan to come down to the Assembly Appropriations Hearing in Trenton on Monday, November 8 for the Hearing to show your opposition to funding Planned Parenthood/family planning clinics. Please email me at mtasy@njrtl.org if you plan to come to Trenton.
2. Please email and call the members of the Assembly Appropriations Committee listed below and the Governor with suggested message(s) as soon as possible, but before Monday. See below for list of members and suggested message.
3. Please phone and email your own State Senator and 2 Assembly persons with the same message. You can also send a pre-written email to them directly by clicking on "Take Action."
On September 20, the NJ Senate failed to override the Governor's VETO of S2139. Thanks to all who contacted their Senators. Immediately following the vote, Democrats in both Houses introduced two new bills, S2293/A3274 and S2294/ A3273 to fund Planned Parenthood. Please call and email the following members of the Assembly Appropriations Committee and Senate Budget Committee and the Governor. See messages for each below.
Message for Members of the Assembly Appropriations and your three State Legislators: As a NJ taxpayer and citizen, I urge you to vote no on Bills A3273 and A3274. I don't want my tax dollars used to fund Planned Parenthood/family planning clinics. Thank you.
Contact these Members of the Assembly Appropriations Committee with the message above
Nellie Pou, Chair (D), 973 247-1555, AswPou@njleg.org
Ruben J. Ramos (D), Vice Chair, 201 714-4960, AsmRamos@njleg.org
Dawn Marie Addiego,(R), 609 654-1498, AswAddiego@njleg.org
Peter J. Barnes (D), 732 548-1406, AsmBarnes@njleg.org
Upendra J. Chivukula,(D), 732 247-3999, AsmChivukula@njleg.org
Herb Conaway (D), 856 461-3997, AsmConaway@njleg.org
Louis D. Greenwald (D), 856 435-1247, AsmGreenwald@njleg.org
John DiMaio (R), 908 684-9550, AsmDiMaio@njleg.org
John F. McKeon (D), 973 275-1113, AsmMcKeon@njleg.org
Erik Peterson (R), 908 237-4694, AsmPeterson@njleg.org
Samuel Thompson (R), 732 583-5558, AsmThompson@njleg.org
Phone # for Governor Christie Phone # 609 292 6000, Fax 609 292 3454
Click here to email the Governor.
Message for Governor Christie: As a NJ taxpayer and citizen, I urge you to veto Bills S2293/A3274 and S2294/A3273. I don't want my tax dollars used to fund Planned Parenthood/family planning clinics. Thank you.
10/7/10- The Senate Budget Committee cancelled a hearing on Bills S2293/A3274 and S2294/A3273 for Thursday, October 7 at 1 p.m., Committee Room 4, 1st Floor of the State House Annex. These bills are pro-abortion lawmakers' second try to fund one of their core constituencies, Planned Parenthood, with our tax dollars. Check back for further updates.
On September 20, the NJ Senate failed to override the Governor's veto on Sep 20. Thanks to all who contacted their Senators. Immediately following the vote, Democrats in both Houses introduced two new bills, S2293 and S2294 and A3273 and A3274 to fund Planned Parenthood. Please call and email the members of the Senate Budget Committee and the Governor. See messages for each below.
Message for Members of the Senate Budget Committee and your three State Legislators: As a NJ taxpayer and citizen, I urge you to vote no on Bills A3273 and A3274. I don't want my tax dollars used to fund Planned Parenthood/family planning clinics. Thank you.
Members of the Senate Budget Committee:
Senator Paul Sarlo (D), 201 804-8118, SenSarlo@njleg.org
Senator Brian Stack (D), 201 861-5091, SenStack@njleg.org
Senator James Beach (D), 856 429-1572, SenBeach@njleg.org
Senator Anthony Bucco (R), 973 627-9700, SenBucco@njleg.org
Senator Mike Doherty (R), 908 835-0552, SenDoherty@njleg.org
Senator Steve Oroho (R), 973 300-0200, SenOroho@njleg.org
Senator Kevin O'Toole (R), 973 237-1360, SenOToole@njleg.org
Senator Joseph Pennacchio (R), 973 227-4012, SenPennacchio@njleg.org
Senator Sandra Cunningham (D), 201 451-5100, SenCunningham@njleg.org
Senator M. Teresa Ruiz (D), 973 484-1000, SenRuiz@njleg.org
Senator Shirley Turner (D), 609 530-3277, SenTurner@njleg.org
Senator Jeff Van Drew (D), 609 465 0700, SenVanDrew@njleg.org
Senator Barbara Buono (D), 732 205 1372, SenBuono@njleg.org
Phone # for Governor Christie 609 292 6000, Fax 609 292 3454
Click here to email the Governor.
Message for Governor Christie: As a NJ taxpayer and citizen, I urge you to veto Bills S2293/A3274 and S2294/A3273. I don't want my tax dollars used to fund Planned Parenthood/family planning clinics. Thank you.
Friday, November 05, 2010
[VIDEO] Alaska Senate Election Results 2010 Could Favor Murkowski | CNM News Network
"Alaska Senate election results 2010 could favor Murkowski over Joe Miller, but so far that’s not known..and... may not be determined for some time. �Why not? Because the “write in” candidate won the election, which seems to suggest that Lisa Murkowski won. The votes must be hand-counted because the write-in ballots could include a number of different candidates." Visit:[VIDEO] Alaska Senate Election Results 2010 Could Favor Murkowski | CNM News Network:
Thursday, November 04, 2010
Repeal It Now! - Michael Reagan - Townhall Conservative
"Our country was founded on a revolutionary concept -- a new kind of government both empowered and controlled by its citizens.
This idea, the very foundation of our great experiment in democracy, was betrayed with enactment of the new healthcare act. Every poll showed that a majority of Americans rejected this legislation and yet Congress ran right over the majority will of the American people and enacted it into law." Visit: Repeal It Now! - Michael Reagan - Townhall Conservative:
This idea, the very foundation of our great experiment in democracy, was betrayed with enactment of the new healthcare act. Every poll showed that a majority of Americans rejected this legislation and yet Congress ran right over the majority will of the American people and enacted it into law." Visit: Repeal It Now! - Michael Reagan - Townhall Conservative:
Wednesday, November 03, 2010
Commonwealth of PA - Elections Information
"2010 General Election
Tuesday, November 02, 2010
Unofficial Returns
*** 9,191 out of 9,244 Districts (99.43%) Reporting Statewide ***
Representative in Congress" Visit link and select district:Commonwealth of PA - Elections Information:
Tuesday, November 02, 2010
Unofficial Returns
*** 9,191 out of 9,244 Districts (99.43%) Reporting Statewide ***
Representative in Congress" Visit link and select district:Commonwealth of PA - Elections Information:
Few Democrats survive healthcare vote - The Hill's Healthwatch
Democrats who voted for their party's signature domestic achievement dropped like flies throughout the evening, adding credence to Republicans' claim that the American public wants them to repeal healthcare reform.Few Democrats survive healthcare vote - The Hill's Healthwatch
Governors' Races: GOP Wins Can Sway Redistricting wltx.com | Columbia, SC News, Weather and Sports |
USA TODAY) - Republicans took back the majority of governor's mansions Tuesday, setting them up to redraw the political landscape for the next 10 years. Visit:Governors' Races: GOP Wins Can Sway Redistricting wltx.com | Columbia, SC News, Weather and Sports |
Three Democratic incumbents in Virginia lose House seats | Richmond Times-Dispatch
Republicans knocked off three Democratic incumbents in congressional elections in Virginia yesterday as a national Republican tide swept through the state.
Visit:Three Democratic incumbents in Virginia lose House seats | Richmond Times-Dispatch
Visit:Three Democratic incumbents in Virginia lose House seats | Richmond Times-Dispatch
Is Marco Rubio brightest rising star of tea party?
"he’s not a national leader of the loosely-organized political movement, like Sarah Palin or Sen. Jim DeMint (R) of South Carolina. He may not have the name recognition of Kentucky senator-elect Rand Paul.
But Mr. Rubio is a tortoise who steadily worked his way to victory over the early leader in the Florida Senate sweepstakes," Visit: Is Marco Rubio brightest rising star of tea party?
But Mr. Rubio is a tortoise who steadily worked his way to victory over the early leader in the Florida Senate sweepstakes," Visit: Is Marco Rubio brightest rising star of tea party?
Pro-life Candidates Victorious in Pennsylvania
It came at 12:30 am on Nov. 3, the concession speech by Joe Sestak and the Victory speech of Pat Toomey, the new junior Senator from Pennsylvania. The Toomey-Sestak race was a nail-biter, the announcement coming after much earlier announcements of Tom Corbett's victory as Governor. In northeast PA, Lou Barletta won the Eleventh Congressional District seat over 26-year incumbent Paul Kanjorski and Tom Marino beating two-term Congressman Chris Carney in the Tenth Congressional district.
It was a clean sweep for pro-life Republicans!
Pro-life Toomey beat Sestak who was endorsed by the National Abortion Rights Action League. Tom Marino beat Congressman Carney who voted for Obama's health care law that contains no abortion restrictions. Carney had a poor scorecard from National Right to Life's PAC.
It was Lou Barletta's third run against Congressman Paul Kanjorski. Kanjorski chose to side with Obama's pro-abortion agenda and his health care fiasco. Seniors who lost their Medicare Advantage plans were not fooled by the Obama Health Care laws raid on Medicare and Kanjorski's attempt to trivialize it.
Sue Cirba
It was a clean sweep for pro-life Republicans!
Pro-life Toomey beat Sestak who was endorsed by the National Abortion Rights Action League. Tom Marino beat Congressman Carney who voted for Obama's health care law that contains no abortion restrictions. Carney had a poor scorecard from National Right to Life's PAC.
It was Lou Barletta's third run against Congressman Paul Kanjorski. Kanjorski chose to side with Obama's pro-abortion agenda and his health care fiasco. Seniors who lost their Medicare Advantage plans were not fooled by the Obama Health Care laws raid on Medicare and Kanjorski's attempt to trivialize it.
Sue Cirba
Alex Sink won't concede, race too close to call
"As most Floridians went to sleep Tuesday night, Republican Rick Scott�held on to a slight lead over Democrat Alex Sink in the Florida governor's race.
Early Wednesday morning, Sink rallied up the crowd of supporters in Tampa by saying they're waiting until all the votes are counted." Visit:Alex Sink won't concede, race too close to call:
Early Wednesday morning, Sink rallied up the crowd of supporters in Tampa by saying they're waiting until all the votes are counted." Visit:Alex Sink won't concede, race too close to call:
Coats beats Ellsworth to reclaim Senate seat :: Local News :: Post-Tribune
NDIANAPOLIS — Republican Dan Coats won his bid to return to the U.S. Senate on Tuesday, a victory the GOP had been counting on to help it win the seats it needs to gain control of the chamber. Visit: Coats beats Ellsworth to reclaim Senate seat :: Local News :: Post-Tribune
ELECTION: Tea party hero Rand Paul wins Senate seat
Political newcomer and tea party champion Rand Paul won the Kentucky Senate race Tuesday, spearheading a likely cadre of libertarian-leaning Republicans who will press party leaders to be more adamant about lower taxes, less spending and smaller government. Visit:ELECTION: Tea party hero Rand Paul wins Senate seat
Tuesday, November 02, 2010
Fox News Projects Dan Coats, Rand Paul to Win Senate Seats
Polls closed early in Kentucky and Indiana. Fox news projected just minutes ago that Rand Paul (R) would win the Senate seat in Kentucky. Paul has 56% against Conway with 44% with 18 % of the vote in. In Indiana, Dan Coats (R) is projected to win with 55% over Ellsworth(D) 39%.
Ed Driscoll » Exit Polls, Early Results, Etc.
Exit poll results from Arkansas, Ohio, North Dakota, Wisconsin. In Kentucky Rand Paul up 57-43%. In Indina Dan Coats up 55-40%. Visit:Ed Driscoll » Exit Polls, Early Results, Etc.
Comcast: 'Massive' Amount Of Political Calls Lead To Phone Outages - News Story - WCVB Boston
BOSTON: Telecommunications company Comcast said massive numbers of automatically dialed political telephone calls caused service problems in New England Monday night.Comcast: 'Massive' Amount Of Political Calls Lead To Phone Outages - News Story - WCVB Boston
Thoughts on Carney v. Marino Race by Jerry Birmelyn
I am sharing some of my thoughts on ... the 10th Congressional in northeast PA.
The incumbent, Chris Carney, is serving his second term, thanks to the poor behavior exhibited by his predecessor, Don Sherwood. He has since been clever enough to get re-elected in a GOP district by portraying himself as a "blue dog (conservative)" Democrat, while still having a voting record that is very liberal and in opposition to most 10th Congressional residents. Our local media doesn't challenge him at all and seldom reports on his voting record, so he has been able to deceive the public about the true nature of his votes.
Republican Tom Marino, answered a questionnaire from PA Family Institute,... but Carney did not.
I have also received an email from the American Family Association that lists 18 key votes by Carney, that you can see by going to:http://afaaction.net click on "Pennsylvania" and "House." There you will see in answers to issues .. that Carney has voted to restrict free speech in elections, expand federal gov. in education, support homosexuals serving in the military, Obamacare which includes federal funding for abortion among many other simply awful provisions and legislation that will lead to advocacy for same-sex marriages overseas. Not in this listing are his votes for the so-called "stimulus" legislation and Wall Street bailouts and many other similar huge spending bills that have caused our national debt to sky rocket out of control. So much for being a "blue dog."
His opponent, Tom Marino, is a former DA from Lycoming County and a former federal prosecutor. His positions are fairly conservative. I have attended meetings where he has reiterated these positions, so he is consistent in his public statements.
Tom's biggest challenge is to overcome his past association with a man, Lois DeNaples, who is quite controversial. Tom was employed by Mr. DeNaples after leaving the federal prosecutors office, to assist him with Mount Airy Lodge Casino. He has been attacked for that connection by Carney who is trying to make Marino "guilty by association." Carney has also made some charges about Marino being forced to leave office under a cloud of suspicion, but there is little evidence to support that claim and some evidence that it is really the opposite, that Marino served with distinction.
While I would not have gone to work for a man with the checkered past of Mr. DeNaples, especially in support of the gambling industry, I have to assess whether I want my Congressman to represent my values and what I think is best for the country. It is clear to me that Chris Carney has been supporting an agenda that is destroying the economic and moral fabric of our nation. He is a deceiver and lacks the character to defend his votes and, instead, has focused his campaign on attacking his opponent with peripheral issues.
When asked in a 2009 town hall meeting in Honesdale if he would vote for Obamacare if it allowed for federal funding of abortion, he stated that he would not. Yet, when presented with clear evidence (provided by several respected organizations) that this legislation did indeed provide for funding, he voted for it anyway and had the audacity to send out a press release stating the opposite:
"This bill also continues the longstanding ban on public funding for abortion, a factor that weighed heavily on my mind in recent days."
Yes, Tom Marino has some baggage ..., but when compared to the track record of Chris Carney and all the damage he has promoted, I see that my vote must be for Marino. Not only has Carney proven to be bad for this country, his re-election will be another vote for Pelosi and her ilk to continue their march towards more socialism and bigger government. Jerry Birmelin
edited by Sue Cirba
The incumbent, Chris Carney, is serving his second term, thanks to the poor behavior exhibited by his predecessor, Don Sherwood. He has since been clever enough to get re-elected in a GOP district by portraying himself as a "blue dog (conservative)" Democrat, while still having a voting record that is very liberal and in opposition to most 10th Congressional residents. Our local media doesn't challenge him at all and seldom reports on his voting record, so he has been able to deceive the public about the true nature of his votes.
Republican Tom Marino, answered a questionnaire from PA Family Institute,... but Carney did not.
I have also received an email from the American Family Association that lists 18 key votes by Carney, that you can see by going to:http://afaaction.net click on "Pennsylvania" and "House." There you will see in answers to issues .. that Carney has voted to restrict free speech in elections, expand federal gov. in education, support homosexuals serving in the military, Obamacare which includes federal funding for abortion among many other simply awful provisions and legislation that will lead to advocacy for same-sex marriages overseas. Not in this listing are his votes for the so-called "stimulus" legislation and Wall Street bailouts and many other similar huge spending bills that have caused our national debt to sky rocket out of control. So much for being a "blue dog."
His opponent, Tom Marino, is a former DA from Lycoming County and a former federal prosecutor. His positions are fairly conservative. I have attended meetings where he has reiterated these positions, so he is consistent in his public statements.
Tom's biggest challenge is to overcome his past association with a man, Lois DeNaples, who is quite controversial. Tom was employed by Mr. DeNaples after leaving the federal prosecutors office, to assist him with Mount Airy Lodge Casino. He has been attacked for that connection by Carney who is trying to make Marino "guilty by association." Carney has also made some charges about Marino being forced to leave office under a cloud of suspicion, but there is little evidence to support that claim and some evidence that it is really the opposite, that Marino served with distinction.
While I would not have gone to work for a man with the checkered past of Mr. DeNaples, especially in support of the gambling industry, I have to assess whether I want my Congressman to represent my values and what I think is best for the country. It is clear to me that Chris Carney has been supporting an agenda that is destroying the economic and moral fabric of our nation. He is a deceiver and lacks the character to defend his votes and, instead, has focused his campaign on attacking his opponent with peripheral issues.
When asked in a 2009 town hall meeting in Honesdale if he would vote for Obamacare if it allowed for federal funding of abortion, he stated that he would not. Yet, when presented with clear evidence (provided by several respected organizations) that this legislation did indeed provide for funding, he voted for it anyway and had the audacity to send out a press release stating the opposite:
"This bill also continues the longstanding ban on public funding for abortion, a factor that weighed heavily on my mind in recent days."
Yes, Tom Marino has some baggage ..., but when compared to the track record of Chris Carney and all the damage he has promoted, I see that my vote must be for Marino. Not only has Carney proven to be bad for this country, his re-election will be another vote for Pelosi and her ilk to continue their march towards more socialism and bigger government. Jerry Birmelin
edited by Sue Cirba
Thursday, October 28, 2010
Carney, Marino argue their cases before voters | The Abington Journal, Clarks Summit, PA
Pennsylvania Tenth Congressional District- November 2, 2010 election- "Marino put Carney, 51, of Dimock Township, on the virtual witness stand Wednesday before an audience of 90 by forcefully asking him to defend his record, his votes for the health care reform bill, the stimulus package and hundreds of others that Marino said were in lockstep with Democratic Party leaders. He argued Carney’s votes went against the values and wishes of the 10th District." Article continues:Carney, Marino argue their cases before voters | The Abington Journal, Clarks Summit, PA:
Pennsylvania Governor's Race: Tom Corbett vs. Dan Onorato- Where do the candidates stand on abortion?
Tom Corbett, A Champion for Life
By Maureen Manzano
In the race for governor, sometimes silence speaks volumes.
Tom Corbett, Pennsylvania attorney general, and Republican
candidate for governor, has been a consistent pro-life advocate.
In a recent poll conducted by the PA Pro-Life Federation,
Corbett said he would support:
* Prohibiting the use of taxpayer dollars to fund elective abortions .
* Legislation providing women with the opportunity to view an
ultrasound of their preborn child before an abortion.
*Banning the use of state tax dollars for research which
destroys human embryos .
* Funding of Pregnancy Counseling Centers which provide
alternatives to abortion and do not counsel or refer for abortions.
His opponent, Democrat Dan Onorato, who has claimed to be
“personally pro-life,” has refused to respond to questions regarding
the above issues, in the PA Pro-Life Federation questionnaire.
He has also been quoted as saying that “Even if Roe v. Wade is
overturned, I will veto any attempt to change Pennsylvania’s law.”
(That law would allow abortions for up to 24 weeks of pregnancy).
Mr. Corbett has lauded the work of pro-life groups across the
state, and has consistently worked to preserve restrictions on abortions
in the state of Pennsylvania. He also stood up to Planned Parenthood
by supporting New Hampshire’s abortion control act before the
U.S. Supreme Court. By doing so, he ultimately protected
Pennsylvania’s Abortion Control Act by helping to preserve
restrictions on abortion nationwide.
Both candidates have promoted their own proposals for
healthcare reform in the state Mr. Corbett as attorney general,
joined Pennsylvania with 19 other states to file a lawsuit to stop
what is now called Obamacare, the sweeping health care reform
legislation that includes funding for abortion and raises concerns
about health care rationing. The states believe that the healthcare
reforms are unconstitutional.
In August, a federal judge allowed the suit to continue. The
federal court hearing began last month. While the Obama
Administration believes that states have no legal standing to bring
legal action against the federal government, attorneys general
for the 20 states believe the federal government is exceeding its
Constitutional authority by its mandate that all citizens have
health insurance or face a fine. The federal government’s
argument has been that the “individual mandate” is actually a
tax. Only taxpayers can argue the legality of a tax, they contend,
and even then only after the assessments take effect in 2015.
The administration also will cite its constitutional authority to
regulate interstate commerce, along with its responsibility to
provide for the public’s general welfare. As for healthcare, Mr.
Onorato has outlined several proposals, and while it does not go
into great detail under “Women’s Health,” it states that he “supports
state funding for comprehensive family planning services.”
(First printed in the Pro-Life Reporter. Fall 2010 Edition reprinted with permission)
By Maureen Manzano
In the race for governor, sometimes silence speaks volumes.
Tom Corbett, Pennsylvania attorney general, and Republican
candidate for governor, has been a consistent pro-life advocate.
In a recent poll conducted by the PA Pro-Life Federation,
Corbett said he would support:
* Prohibiting the use of taxpayer dollars to fund elective abortions .
* Legislation providing women with the opportunity to view an
ultrasound of their preborn child before an abortion.
*Banning the use of state tax dollars for research which
destroys human embryos .
* Funding of Pregnancy Counseling Centers which provide
alternatives to abortion and do not counsel or refer for abortions.
His opponent, Democrat Dan Onorato, who has claimed to be
“personally pro-life,” has refused to respond to questions regarding
the above issues, in the PA Pro-Life Federation questionnaire.
He has also been quoted as saying that “Even if Roe v. Wade is
overturned, I will veto any attempt to change Pennsylvania’s law.”
(That law would allow abortions for up to 24 weeks of pregnancy).
Mr. Corbett has lauded the work of pro-life groups across the
state, and has consistently worked to preserve restrictions on abortions
in the state of Pennsylvania. He also stood up to Planned Parenthood
by supporting New Hampshire’s abortion control act before the
U.S. Supreme Court. By doing so, he ultimately protected
Pennsylvania’s Abortion Control Act by helping to preserve
restrictions on abortion nationwide.
Both candidates have promoted their own proposals for
healthcare reform in the state Mr. Corbett as attorney general,
joined Pennsylvania with 19 other states to file a lawsuit to stop
what is now called Obamacare, the sweeping health care reform
legislation that includes funding for abortion and raises concerns
about health care rationing. The states believe that the healthcare
reforms are unconstitutional.
In August, a federal judge allowed the suit to continue. The
federal court hearing began last month. While the Obama
Administration believes that states have no legal standing to bring
legal action against the federal government, attorneys general
for the 20 states believe the federal government is exceeding its
Constitutional authority by its mandate that all citizens have
health insurance or face a fine. The federal government’s
argument has been that the “individual mandate” is actually a
tax. Only taxpayers can argue the legality of a tax, they contend,
and even then only after the assessments take effect in 2015.
The administration also will cite its constitutional authority to
regulate interstate commerce, along with its responsibility to
provide for the public’s general welfare. As for healthcare, Mr.
Onorato has outlined several proposals, and while it does not go
into great detail under “Women’s Health,” it states that he “supports
state funding for comprehensive family planning services.”
(First printed in the Pro-Life Reporter. Fall 2010 Edition reprinted with permission)
Where does Chris Carney stand on abortion?
Where does Chris Carney stand on abortion? Dr. Charmaine Yoest, President and CEO of Americans United for Life Action wrote in a blog post "Chris Carney voted for the largest expansion of taxpayer-funded abortion in American history (that being Obama's health care bill) and has a clear 100 percent rating from two leading pro-abortion advocacy groups." 9/7/10 http://takeaction.aul.org/tag/chris-carney/
Rep. Carney is not pro-life according to Yoest, "Carney had a 100 percent rating" with the National Abortion Rights Action League (NARAL ProChoice America) in 2007 and Planned Parenthood in 2008. According to their mission statement, NARAL "uses the political process to guarantee….the full range of reproductive choices, including choosing legal abortion." Planned Parenthood performs more abortions nationwide than any other organization. Clearly these pro-abortion organizations endorsed Carney because his voting record has been favorable to abortion.
The National Right to Life Committee's Federal Legislation Scorecard notes Rep. Chris Carney voted AGAINST key pro-life legislation six times in the 110th Congress and for pro-life legislation only once for a dismal record of 14%. Don't be fooled, Chris Carney will not vote to defend the rights of unborn children.
Sue Cirba
Rep. Carney is not pro-life according to Yoest, "Carney had a 100 percent rating" with the National Abortion Rights Action League (NARAL ProChoice America) in 2007 and Planned Parenthood in 2008. According to their mission statement, NARAL "uses the political process to guarantee….the full range of reproductive choices, including choosing legal abortion." Planned Parenthood performs more abortions nationwide than any other organization. Clearly these pro-abortion organizations endorsed Carney because his voting record has been favorable to abortion.
The National Right to Life Committee's Federal Legislation Scorecard notes Rep. Chris Carney voted AGAINST key pro-life legislation six times in the 110th Congress and for pro-life legislation only once for a dismal record of 14%. Don't be fooled, Chris Carney will not vote to defend the rights of unborn children.
Sue Cirba
Where does Lou Barletta Stand on Abortion?
Hazleton Mayor Lou Barletta has received the endorsement of the National Right to Life Committee Political Action Committee according to a Scranton Times article of 9/28/10. Karen Cross, NRLC 's PAC director said Mr. Barletta is "very pro-life and very much against the Obama health care law." Mayor Lou Barletta said he was "proud to accept their endorsement."
Lou Barletta is solidly pro-life. Barletta has pledged "I believe that innocent life should be protected at every stage of development." Barletta said regarding health care legislation, "I will never support a program that results in rationing of life-saving procedures to those covered under those programs." Barletta also opposes the establishment of legal euthanasia and human cloning.
Lou Barletta is solidly pro-life. Barletta has pledged "I believe that innocent life should be protected at every stage of development." Barletta said regarding health care legislation, "I will never support a program that results in rationing of life-saving procedures to those covered under those programs." Barletta also opposes the establishment of legal euthanasia and human cloning.
Catholic Culture : Latest Headlines : Muslim students in Malawi desecrate New Testaments
In Malawi: “Although the school’s director had made it absolutely clear that no New Testaments were to be given to the Muslim pupils and that in no way was any student obliged to take a copy of the book, there was a subsequent uproar on the part of some Muslim youths, who tore up the New Testaments, threw them, howling at their teachers, and then threw the torn-up pages out onto the streets,” Aid to the Church in Need reported.Visit: Catholic Culture : Latest Headlines : Muslim students in Malawi desecrate New Testaments:
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
Joe Sestak Endorsed by National Abortion Rights Action League by Sue Cirba
How radical is Rep. Joe Sestak's record on abortion? Sestak is radical enough to have earned the endorsement of the National Abortion Rights Action League (NARAL) in all of his political campaigns, as well as contributions from them. According to their mission statement, NARAL "uses the political process to guarantee….the full range of reproductive choices, including … choosing legal abortion."
Sestak received NARAL's endorsement and a $5,000 campaign contribution in the PA primary against Arlen Specter according to a May 12 th press release by Nancy Keenan, NARAL's president. Sestak said he was "greatful" for NARAL's support.
Joe Sestak has been supported by the pro-abortion group NARAL consistently. In Sestak's "first successful campaign…NARAL...spent $232,000 on independent expenditures, including voter identification, polling, persuasion mail pieces…, and phone calls, reaching 86,000 households." according to Ms. Keenan's press release. NARAL's political action committee "contributed $10,000 to Sestak's 2006 campaign and $2,500 to his re-election bid in 2008" wrote Keenan. She added, Sestak's endorsement "continued the organization's strong ties with Sestak"
Pro-life voter's need to know about Sestak's pro-abortion stand and remember Sestak cast NO votes for pro-life legislation during his career in Congress according to the National Right to Life Committee scorecard.
Susan Cirba
Sestak received NARAL's endorsement and a $5,000 campaign contribution in the PA primary against Arlen Specter according to a May 12 th press release by Nancy Keenan, NARAL's president. Sestak said he was "greatful" for NARAL's support.
Joe Sestak has been supported by the pro-abortion group NARAL consistently. In Sestak's "first successful campaign…NARAL...spent $232,000 on independent expenditures, including voter identification, polling, persuasion mail pieces…, and phone calls, reaching 86,000 households." according to Ms. Keenan's press release. NARAL's political action committee "contributed $10,000 to Sestak's 2006 campaign and $2,500 to his re-election bid in 2008" wrote Keenan. She added, Sestak's endorsement "continued the organization's strong ties with Sestak"
Pro-life voter's need to know about Sestak's pro-abortion stand and remember Sestak cast NO votes for pro-life legislation during his career in Congress according to the National Right to Life Committee scorecard.
Susan Cirba
New Campaign Targets 42 House Districts Reaching 2.3 Million Pro-Life Voters
The SBA List direct mail campaign ... will reach more than 2.3 million identified pro-life voters in 42 competitive Congressional districts across the country.
“The common factor among this unusually large number of competitive races is a dissatisfaction with the broad overreach of the Obama Administration and its Congressional allies, especially on the issue of abortion,” the organization's president, Marjorie Dannenfeler, told LifeNews.com this morning.
“Poll after poll shows that Americans do not want their tax dollars funding abortions, yet the Obama administration and its allies in Congress have expanded taxpayer funding of abortion both here and abroad in unprecedented ways," she said.
The mailings also target Martin Heinrich and Dina Titus in Nevada; Daniel Maffei in New York; Steve Driehaus, Marcy Kaptur, Betty Sutton and John Bocciere in Ohio; Kathy Dahlkemper, Patrick Murphy, Chris Carney, and Paul Kanjorski in Pennsylvania; New Campaign Targets 42 House Districts Reaching 2.3 Million Pro-Life Voters
“The common factor among this unusually large number of competitive races is a dissatisfaction with the broad overreach of the Obama Administration and its Congressional allies, especially on the issue of abortion,” the organization's president, Marjorie Dannenfeler, told LifeNews.com this morning.
“Poll after poll shows that Americans do not want their tax dollars funding abortions, yet the Obama administration and its allies in Congress have expanded taxpayer funding of abortion both here and abroad in unprecedented ways," she said.
The mailings also target Martin Heinrich and Dina Titus in Nevada; Daniel Maffei in New York; Steve Driehaus, Marcy Kaptur, Betty Sutton and John Bocciere in Ohio; Kathy Dahlkemper, Patrick Murphy, Chris Carney, and Paul Kanjorski in Pennsylvania; New Campaign Targets 42 House Districts Reaching 2.3 Million Pro-Life Voters
Saturday, October 23, 2010
Friday, October 22, 2010
Before you vote on Electioon Day November 2 be sure to read Thomas Sowell's column on government run health care.
Before you vote on November 2 be sure to read Thomas Sowell's column on government run health care. Then decide if you want to keep Obamacare or repeal it.
Thomas Sowel writes: "We need to examine the claim that the government can '"bring down the cost of medical care."
The most basic fact is that it is cheaper to remain sick than to get medical treatment. What is cheapest of all is to die instead of getting life-saving medications and treatment, which can be very expensive." Article continues:
Thomas Sowell
Thomas Sowel writes: "We need to examine the claim that the government can '"bring down the cost of medical care."
The most basic fact is that it is cheaper to remain sick than to get medical treatment. What is cheapest of all is to die instead of getting life-saving medications and treatment, which can be very expensive." Article continues:
Thomas Sowell
Thursday, October 21, 2010
OBAMA SAYS RIGHTS STEM FROM THE STATE
Catholic League president Bill Donohue comments on President Obama's speech on October 18 at a fundraising dinner:
For the second time this fall, President Obama has quoted from the Declaration of Independence, omitting any reference to God. In Rockville, Maryland on Monday, he spoke of "inalienable rights," mentioning that "all men are created equal," but omitted what comes after this phrase: namely, he did not say "that they are endowed by their Creator" with these unalienable rights.
On September 15, after Obama omitted the same words before the Congressional Hispanic Caucus (there are four references to God in the Declaration), I faulted his speech writers but defended the president by saying he should "be given a pass." I can no longer do so: President Obama, it is painfully obvious, does not believe that individual rights are given to us by God.
The most dramatic historical achievement of the American Revolution was the insistence of the Founders that the state is not the source of our rights. What the state grants, it can take away. We saw this most strikingly under the Soviets: the Soviet Constitution was a marvelous tribute to human liberty, the only problem being that it made the state the origin of individual rights. By declaring God to be the origin of rights, the Founders deliberately awarded a subordinate role to government.
President Obama is the first president in American history not to acknowledge that all rights stem from God. Given that all prepared presidential speeches are written and vetted by many people, and that he was roundly criticized last month for this same infraction, it is only fair to conclude that this was not a mistake. This was deliberate.
For the second time this fall, President Obama has quoted from the Declaration of Independence, omitting any reference to God. In Rockville, Maryland on Monday, he spoke of "inalienable rights," mentioning that "all men are created equal," but omitted what comes after this phrase: namely, he did not say "that they are endowed by their Creator" with these unalienable rights.
On September 15, after Obama omitted the same words before the Congressional Hispanic Caucus (there are four references to God in the Declaration), I faulted his speech writers but defended the president by saying he should "be given a pass." I can no longer do so: President Obama, it is painfully obvious, does not believe that individual rights are given to us by God.
The most dramatic historical achievement of the American Revolution was the insistence of the Founders that the state is not the source of our rights. What the state grants, it can take away. We saw this most strikingly under the Soviets: the Soviet Constitution was a marvelous tribute to human liberty, the only problem being that it made the state the origin of individual rights. By declaring God to be the origin of rights, the Founders deliberately awarded a subordinate role to government.
President Obama is the first president in American history not to acknowledge that all rights stem from God. Given that all prepared presidential speeches are written and vetted by many people, and that he was roundly criticized last month for this same infraction, it is only fair to conclude that this was not a mistake. This was deliberate.
Wednesday, October 20, 2010
GOPUSA » Commentary » Sowell: The Multicultural Cult
"We kidded ourselves for a while," Chancellor Merkel said, but now it was clear that the attempt to build a society where people of very different languages and cultures could "live side-by-side" and "enjoy each other" has "failed, utterly failed."
This is not a lesson for Germany alone. Read more: http://www.gopusa.com/commentary/2010/10/sowell-the-multicultural-cult.php#ixzz12qCRAiFvGOPUSA » Commentary » Sowell: The Multicultural Cult
This is not a lesson for Germany alone. Read more: http://www.gopusa.com/commentary/2010/10/sowell-the-multicultural-cult.php#ixzz12qCRAiFvGOPUSA » Commentary » Sowell: The Multicultural Cult
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
Pre-Abortion Ultrasound Counseling Bill - Pro-life measure supported by Pro-life Tom Corbett, candidate for Governor
Pre-Abortion Ultrasound Counseling Bill - Pro-life measure supported by Pro-life Tom Corbett, candidate for Governor
From the blog of James May:
There is currently a bill in the PA Legislature referred to as the Pre-Abortion Ultrasound Counseling Bill. This bill, if passed, would require a pregnant mother to view an ultrasound of her baby prior to a mandatory waiting period before she could kill her child.
Tom Corbett has promised that if this bill is passed and it comes to his desk, HE WILL SIGN IT. Dan Onorato has promised that if this bill is passed and it comes to his desk, HE WILL NOT SIGN IT.
So here is your scenario -
Let's suppose that for the sake of argument the election is held tomorrow, and you hold the deciding vote. Dan Onorato has 4,999,999 votes; Tom Corbett has 4,999,999 votes and there have been 100,000 votes cast for a write-in candidate. When you walk into the polling booth, how will you vote?
Now let's add one more "twist" to this scenario -Let's also suppose that we are assured that next year the House and Senate will pass the Pre-Abortion Ultrasound Counseling Law and this bill will go to the desk of our next governor. Again - how will you vote?
Finally, let's also suppose that if Tom Corbett is sitting in that chair and he signs it, that there will be a 17-year-old young lady named Ashley who will go for an abortion, but after viewing the ultrasound of her baby will change her mind and allow her baby - a little girl named Hannah - to live. Again - the bill will be signed by Tom Corbett; it will NOT be signed by Dan Onorato.
I know there are a handful of people who - for whatever reason - want to "teach the Republican party a lesson" by working to defeat Tom Corbett. If that is your position, I ask you to consider the very real impact that your vote could have on thousands of the most innocent lives - unborn children. While this scenario is hypothetical, it is not-at-all out of the realm of likely possibilities. And again, if your vote holds the power to decide - how will you vote? Are you willing to "teach the Republican party a lesson" if doing so would cost one little girl her life? How precious is life?
From the blog of James May:
There is currently a bill in the PA Legislature referred to as the Pre-Abortion Ultrasound Counseling Bill. This bill, if passed, would require a pregnant mother to view an ultrasound of her baby prior to a mandatory waiting period before she could kill her child.
Tom Corbett has promised that if this bill is passed and it comes to his desk, HE WILL SIGN IT. Dan Onorato has promised that if this bill is passed and it comes to his desk, HE WILL NOT SIGN IT.
So here is your scenario -
Let's suppose that for the sake of argument the election is held tomorrow, and you hold the deciding vote. Dan Onorato has 4,999,999 votes; Tom Corbett has 4,999,999 votes and there have been 100,000 votes cast for a write-in candidate. When you walk into the polling booth, how will you vote?
Now let's add one more "twist" to this scenario -Let's also suppose that we are assured that next year the House and Senate will pass the Pre-Abortion Ultrasound Counseling Law and this bill will go to the desk of our next governor. Again - how will you vote?
Finally, let's also suppose that if Tom Corbett is sitting in that chair and he signs it, that there will be a 17-year-old young lady named Ashley who will go for an abortion, but after viewing the ultrasound of her baby will change her mind and allow her baby - a little girl named Hannah - to live. Again - the bill will be signed by Tom Corbett; it will NOT be signed by Dan Onorato.
I know there are a handful of people who - for whatever reason - want to "teach the Republican party a lesson" by working to defeat Tom Corbett. If that is your position, I ask you to consider the very real impact that your vote could have on thousands of the most innocent lives - unborn children. While this scenario is hypothetical, it is not-at-all out of the realm of likely possibilities. And again, if your vote holds the power to decide - how will you vote? Are you willing to "teach the Republican party a lesson" if doing so would cost one little girl her life? How precious is life?
Friday, October 15, 2010
Catholic Television in the Diocese of Scranton
CTV: CATHOLIC TELEVISION update, 9-24-10
“OUR FAITH…OUR DIOCESE”
#50 October, 2010
(length: 1 hour) AIR TIMES
Monday, October 18, 2:00 pm
Thursday, October 21, 9:00 pm
Tuesday. October 26. 8:00 pm
Friday. October 29. 11:00 amjavascript:void(0)
Our Faith…Our Diocese, October highlights include:
-The Diocesan Annual Appeal, helping the Church of Scranton spread the gospel message through Catholic Television, the Catholic Light and the Diocesan website;
-Fr. Robert Simon and Fr. Christopher Washington discuss the new English translation of the Roman Missal;
-Fr. Leo Patalinghug, the cooking priest, on how his movement known as “Grace Before Meals” is helping strengthen family relationships through the simple act of sharing a meal;
-Fr. Philip Altavilla reflects on the Blessed Mother and how her witness of faith is a shining example of what it means to be a disciple of Christ.
“OUR FAITH…OUR DIOCESE”
#50 October, 2010
(length: 1 hour) AIR TIMES
Monday, October 18, 2:00 pm
Thursday, October 21, 9:00 pm
Tuesday. October 26. 8:00 pm
Friday. October 29. 11:00 amjavascript:void(0)
Our Faith…Our Diocese, October highlights include:
-The Diocesan Annual Appeal, helping the Church of Scranton spread the gospel message through Catholic Television, the Catholic Light and the Diocesan website;
-Fr. Robert Simon and Fr. Christopher Washington discuss the new English translation of the Roman Missal;
-Fr. Leo Patalinghug, the cooking priest, on how his movement known as “Grace Before Meals” is helping strengthen family relationships through the simple act of sharing a meal;
-Fr. Philip Altavilla reflects on the Blessed Mother and how her witness of faith is a shining example of what it means to be a disciple of Christ.
Thursday, October 14, 2010
Begins Oct. 16th. - Constitutional Organization of Liberty holds Institute on the Constitution
Just a quick reminder that the Constitutional Organization Of Liberty
will be hosting an intensive, six week study on the Constitution, the
nature of law, and the world that inspired and influenced our
Founding Fathers!
WHAT: Institute On The Constitution (IOTC)
WHERE: Gander Mountain in Harrisburg (Conference Room in rear)
WHEN: Every consecutive Saturday beginning October 16 thru November 20
TIME: 1:00 PM thru 5:00 PM
COST: $10 per session or $50 up front; $10 workbook (recommended)
Following is a schedule of the upcoming sessions:
Session 1 - Saturday, October 16 at 1:00 PM:
Lecture 1 - A Biblical View of History, Law & Government
Lecture 2 - The Discovery, Settlement & Evangelism of America
Session 2 - Saturday, October 23 at 1:00 PM:
Lecture 3 - The Religious Beliefs of the Founding Fathers
Lecture 4 - The Philosophical Worldview of the Founding Fathers
Session 3 - Saturday, October 30 at 1:00 PM:
Lecture 5 – From Independence to the Constitution
Lecture 6 - The Preamble & Article I
Session 4 - Saturday, November 6 at 1:00 PM:
Lecture 7 - Articles II & III
Lecture 8 - Articles IV, V, VI & VII
Session 5 - Saturday, November 13 at 1:00 PM:
Lecture 9 - Bill of Rights: Amendment I
Lecture 10 - Amendment II thru Amendment XXVII
Session 6 - Saturday, November 20 at 1:00 PM:
Lecture 11 - Crisis of the Constitution
Lecture 12 - Reclaiming the Constitution
All Sessions will run four hours, with a break between each lecture.
Please RSVP your interest to attend:
reclaimliberty@verizon.net or schedule a conference in your area.
will be hosting an intensive, six week study on the Constitution, the
nature of law, and the world that inspired and influenced our
Founding Fathers!
WHAT: Institute On The Constitution (IOTC)
WHERE: Gander Mountain in Harrisburg (Conference Room in rear)
WHEN: Every consecutive Saturday beginning October 16 thru November 20
TIME: 1:00 PM thru 5:00 PM
COST: $10 per session or $50 up front; $10 workbook (recommended)
Following is a schedule of the upcoming sessions:
Session 1 - Saturday, October 16 at 1:00 PM:
Lecture 1 - A Biblical View of History, Law & Government
Lecture 2 - The Discovery, Settlement & Evangelism of America
Session 2 - Saturday, October 23 at 1:00 PM:
Lecture 3 - The Religious Beliefs of the Founding Fathers
Lecture 4 - The Philosophical Worldview of the Founding Fathers
Session 3 - Saturday, October 30 at 1:00 PM:
Lecture 5 – From Independence to the Constitution
Lecture 6 - The Preamble & Article I
Session 4 - Saturday, November 6 at 1:00 PM:
Lecture 7 - Articles II & III
Lecture 8 - Articles IV, V, VI & VII
Session 5 - Saturday, November 13 at 1:00 PM:
Lecture 9 - Bill of Rights: Amendment I
Lecture 10 - Amendment II thru Amendment XXVII
Session 6 - Saturday, November 20 at 1:00 PM:
Lecture 11 - Crisis of the Constitution
Lecture 12 - Reclaiming the Constitution
All Sessions will run four hours, with a break between each lecture.
Please RSVP your interest to attend:
reclaimliberty@verizon.net or schedule a conference in your area.
Operation Rescue Calls for Criminal Charges as Brigham is Formally Suspended in New Jersey
A Press Release from Operation rescue:
Trenton, NJ – In a marathon hearing lasting nearly nine hours, the New Jersey Board of Medical Examiners formally A Press Release by Operation Rescue"suspended the medical license of Steven Chase Brigham, ruling that he presented “a clear and imminent danger to the public health and safety.” The Board will forward his case to an Administrative judge for a revocation hearing.
In its ruling, the Board stated, “Dr. Brigham has consistently and repetitively engaged in manipulative and deceptive behavior designed to circumvent the requirements of the board’s termination of pregnancy regulation and to eviscerate the protections that those regulations seek to afford to New Jersey patients.” The press release continues:
Operation Rescue Calls for Criminal Charges as Brigham is Formally Suspended in New Jersey
Trenton, NJ – In a marathon hearing lasting nearly nine hours, the New Jersey Board of Medical Examiners formally A Press Release by Operation Rescue"suspended the medical license of Steven Chase Brigham, ruling that he presented “a clear and imminent danger to the public health and safety.” The Board will forward his case to an Administrative judge for a revocation hearing.
In its ruling, the Board stated, “Dr. Brigham has consistently and repetitively engaged in manipulative and deceptive behavior designed to circumvent the requirements of the board’s termination of pregnancy regulation and to eviscerate the protections that those regulations seek to afford to New Jersey patients.” The press release continues:
Operation Rescue Calls for Criminal Charges as Brigham is Formally Suspended in New Jersey
Wednesday, October 13, 2010
What is the effect of “Ella” on a teenage woman’s body?
The Family Research Council did a series on the abortifacient "ella". This post raises concerns about the effect on developing female teenagers and includes a video. From FRC: "The FDA issued no age limitations for ella. Dr. Harrison explains that no studies have been completed concerning the impact of ella on a developing female teenager. She explains that adolescent girls require estrogen and progesterone to properly develop, and therefore the impact of impeding this development could potentially be serious. For example, it is not known if a young woman might have difficulty in recovering ovarian activity once it has been intentionally blocked. Dr. Harrison makes the point that more studies should take place to assure ella’s safety for young women." Visit: What is the effect of “Ella” on a teenage woman’s body?
Examiner Editorial: If you like your health insurance, too bad | Washington Examiner
In 2003, 5.3 million Americans were enrolled in Medicare Advantage. Today, there are 11.3 million, or 24 percent of all Medicare enrollees. On average, Medicare only covers about 60 percent of health care costs. Medicare Advantage was designed to help fill the gap for those that can't afford conventional supplemental coverage. Most of Obama's Medicare Advantage cuts will hit those with incomes of less than $32,400 per year, according to a recent Heritage Foundation study. The Heritage study also projects 7.4 million more seniors will be forced out of Medicare Advantage within four year
Read more at the Washington Examiner: http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/opinion/If-you-like-your-health-insurance_-too-bad-1034707-103958293.html#ixzz12BDhF7bIExaminer Editorial: If you like your health insurance, too bad | Washington Examiner
How many times has Obama told Americans "If you like your health care you can keep it"?
Read more at the Washington Examiner: http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/opinion/If-you-like-your-health-insurance_-too-bad-1034707-103958293.html#ixzz12BDhF7bIExaminer Editorial: If you like your health insurance, too bad | Washington Examiner
How many times has Obama told Americans "If you like your health care you can keep it"?
Tuesday, October 12, 2010
ObamaCare Waivers
Want out of the new ObamaCare regulations? All you have to do is be a big business that offers mini med-plans and apply for a waiver from the Health and Human Services Department. Just simply indicate that it costs your business too much money and they will grant you an exemption. Click here for the rules.
Wouldn’t it be nice if all Americans could back out of ObamaCare so easily?
Read more at NetRightDaily.com: ObamaCare Waivers
Wouldn’t it be nice if all Americans could back out of ObamaCare so easily?
Read more at NetRightDaily.com: ObamaCare Waivers
Monday, October 11, 2010
Unintended Consequences of Health Care "Reform" - 21,000 Iowans losing Medicare Advantage - chicagotribune.com
DES MOINES, Iowa — A state agency says insurers have notified about 21,000 Iowans that they will no longer provide the Medicare Advantage plans in 2011. Visit:
21,000 Iowans losing Medicare Advantage - chicagotribune.com
21,000 Iowans losing Medicare Advantage - chicagotribune.com
Thursday, October 07, 2010
Coming Soon! Silent Day of Solidarity.
Pro-Life teens in Lackawanna County are forming a new group Lackawanna County Teens for Life Look for them on Facebook. Request Lizzy Blasso.
Participate in Silent Day of Solidarity Tues. Oct. 19th It's your right!
Friday, October 01, 2010
STEM CELL THERAPEUTIC AND RESEARCH ACT Read The Bill: H.R. 2520 [109th] - GovTrack.us
In 2005 Rep. Chris Smith introduced the "Stem Cell Therapeutic and Research Act". The bill was re-authorized today by a voice vote. It provides for the collection and maintenance of stem cells taken from umbilical cord blood. From the bill: "In General- The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall enter into one-time contracts with qualified cord blood banks to assist in the collection and maintenance of 150,000 new units of high-quality cord blood to be made available for transplantation through the C.W. Bill Young Cell Transplantation Program. Text continues: Read The Bill: H.R. 2520 [109th] - GovTrack.us
Anti-abortion group endorses Barletta - News - The Times-Tribune
A major national anti-abortion group has endorsed Hazleton Mayor Lou Barletta for Congress, criticizing U.S. Rep. Paul E. Kanjorski for voting for the health care reform bill that the group argues expands abortion's availability.
The endorsement of Mr. Barletta by the National Right to Life Committee's political arm injected abortion into the 11th Congressional District contest... Visit:Anti-abortion group endorses Barletta - News - The Times-Tribune
The endorsement of Mr. Barletta by the National Right to Life Committee's political arm injected abortion into the 11th Congressional District contest... Visit:Anti-abortion group endorses Barletta - News - The Times-Tribune
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
From Anthony Di Salvo, Executive Director,SproutFilms: Upcoming Screenings
From Anthony Di Salvo,Executive Director,SproutFilms:
I thought you might be interested in the upcoming screenings of the Sprout Touring Film Festival (www.sprouttouringfilmfestival.org) - films related to the field of developmental disabilities.
UPCOMING SCREENINGS
October 16 Port Angeles, WA,SNAP
http://www.snapcc.org/Home.asp
October 22 Kalamazoo, MI, Community Advocates
http://www.communityadvocates.org/
October 23 Glendale, NY
St. John Lutheran Church
October 28 & 29 Albany, NY, SANYS
http://www.sanys.org/conference10.html
November 3 Orlando, FL, The Arc's National Convention
http://www.thearc.org/page.aspx?pid=2326
December 1 - 3 Columbus, OH, OACB Annual Convention
http://www.oacbmrdd.org/
Anthony Di Salvo
Executive Director
Sprout
893 Amsterdam Avenue
New York, NY 10025
anthony@gosprout.org
I thought you might be interested in the upcoming screenings of the Sprout Touring Film Festival (www.sprouttouringfilmfestival.org) - films related to the field of developmental disabilities.
UPCOMING SCREENINGS
October 16 Port Angeles, WA,SNAP
http://www.snapcc.org/Home.asp
October 22 Kalamazoo, MI, Community Advocates
http://www.communityadvocates.org/
October 23 Glendale, NY
St. John Lutheran Church
October 28 & 29 Albany, NY, SANYS
http://www.sanys.org/conference10.html
November 3 Orlando, FL, The Arc's National Convention
http://www.thearc.org/page.aspx?pid=2326
December 1 - 3 Columbus, OH, OACB Annual Convention
http://www.oacbmrdd.org/
Anthony Di Salvo
Executive Director
Sprout
893 Amsterdam Avenue
New York, NY 10025
anthony@gosprout.org
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
Scranton Participation in THE NATIONAL LIFE CHAIN October 3, 2010
Scranton Participation in
THE NATIONAL LIFE CHAIN
Time Sunday, October 3 · 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Location 300 Block of Wyoming avenue, Scranton , Pa.
(near St. Peter's Cathedral) ASSEMBLE AT THE PRAYER GARDEN
More Info WILL YOU STAND FOR LIFE? YOU JUST MAY SAVE ONE!!!!
LET'S JOIN WITH THOSE ACROSS THE NATION ON SUNDAY OCTOBER 3RD
BEING VISIBLE IS THE KEY TO CHANGING HEARTS!! We Will stand
peacefully along the sidewalk. During that time, we pray with
people from ALL DENOMINATIONS for our nation, for our leaders
and for an end to abortion. This shows the solidarity of the
Christian community for the sanctity of human life. Signs such
as: "Adoption - the Loving Option," "Life - The First Inalienable
Right," "Lord, Forgive Us and Our Nation etc are acceptable..
we kindly ask no political,graphic or controversial SIGNS at
this prayerful gathering.
Currently there are 1,470 cities across the U.S. and Canada
participating. Sponsored by - Catholics Defending Life Prayer
Team, Scranton Chapter of Pa.'s for Human Life, Helpers of
God's Precious Infants.
THE NATIONAL LIFE CHAIN
Time Sunday, October 3 · 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Location 300 Block of Wyoming avenue, Scranton , Pa.
(near St. Peter's Cathedral) ASSEMBLE AT THE PRAYER GARDEN
More Info WILL YOU STAND FOR LIFE? YOU JUST MAY SAVE ONE!!!!
LET'S JOIN WITH THOSE ACROSS THE NATION ON SUNDAY OCTOBER 3RD
BEING VISIBLE IS THE KEY TO CHANGING HEARTS!! We Will stand
peacefully along the sidewalk. During that time, we pray with
people from ALL DENOMINATIONS for our nation, for our leaders
and for an end to abortion. This shows the solidarity of the
Christian community for the sanctity of human life. Signs such
as: "Adoption - the Loving Option," "Life - The First Inalienable
Right," "Lord, Forgive Us and Our Nation etc are acceptable..
we kindly ask no political,graphic or controversial SIGNS at
this prayerful gathering.
Currently there are 1,470 cities across the U.S. and Canada
participating. Sponsored by - Catholics Defending Life Prayer
Team, Scranton Chapter of Pa.'s for Human Life, Helpers of
God's Precious Infants.
PAT TOOMEY WILL BE AT THE RAMADA, CLARKS SUMMITT, PA SEPTEMBER 28 AT 12:15 pm
PAT TOOMEY WILL BE AT THE RAMADA, CLARKS SUMMITT, PA SEPTEMBER 28 AT 12:15... DOORS OPEN AT 11:45
ALSO WAYNE LAPIERRE AND CHRIS COX LEADERS IN THE NRA
ALSO WAYNE LAPIERRE AND CHRIS COX LEADERS IN THE NRA
Monday, September 27, 2010
New Jersey Planned Parenthood Abortion Biz Closes After Christie Cuts Funds
Trenton, NJ (LifeNews.com) -- After the New Jersey state Senate defeated an attempt to override the decision of Gov. Chris Christie to cut off state taxpayer funding of Planned Parenthood abortion businesses, the first facility run by the national abortion giant is closing. Visit: New Jersey Planned Parenthood Abortion Biz Closes After Christie Cuts Funds
Sunday, September 26, 2010
Abortion Practitioner Brigham Accused of More Violations by New Jersey Officials
Trenton, NJ (LifeNews.com) -- New Jersey officials are accusing embattled abortion practitioner Steven Chase Brigham of more violations. He is already under the microscope in three states for putting women at risk with botched legal abortions and taking women from one state to another to avoid health and safety regulations. Visit:Abortion Practitioner Brigham Accused of More Violations by New Jersey Officials
Friday, September 24, 2010
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Planned Parenthood's Abortion Business Shouldn't be Funded By New Jersey Taxpayers
The numbers are staggering and prove that Planned Parenthood is indeed all about abortion and admittedly the largest provider of abortions in the nation. In 2008, Planned Parenthood reported performing 324,008 abortions versus 2,405 adoption referrals and 9,433 prenatal care services. In 2007, they reported performing 305,310 abortions versus 4,912 adoption referrals and 10,914 prenatal clients. If you do the math, you will find that abortions went up 6%, adoption referrals went down 51% and prenatal care services went down 14%. Visit Planned Parenthood
Monday, September 20, 2010
We had to act on Pope death plot fear says Met after cleaners are freed | News
Scotland Yard today defended its decision to arrest six street cleaners over an alleged plot to kill the Pope during his visit to London last week. Visit: We had to act on Pope death plot fear says Met after cleaners are freed | News
"Dear Patient: Vote to Repeal Obamacare"Docs 4 Patient Care
Hal Scherz wrote an opinion column, "Dear Patients: Vote to Repeal Obamacare" in the Wall Street Journal. From the column: "Dear Patient: Section 1311 of the new health care legislation gives the U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services and her appointees the power to establish care guidelines that your doctor must abide by or face penalties and fines. In making doctors answerable in the federal bureaucracy this bill effectively makes them government employees and means that you and your doctor are no longer in charge of your health care decisions." Visit: Vote to Repeal Obamacare
Sunday, September 19, 2010
Six Men Arrested in Suspected Plot to Kill the Pope
From The Sun News (UK)and includes a video news report:
"FIVE street cleaners were among six men arrested yesterday on suspicion of plotting to kill the Pope as he made his way through London.' VISIT: Plot to Kill Pope
"FIVE street cleaners were among six men arrested yesterday on suspicion of plotting to kill the Pope as he made his way through London.' VISIT: Plot to Kill Pope
Friday, September 17, 2010
Night of Hope and Healing in Hazleton, PA
Night of Hope & Healing for parents who have lost a child through miscarriage, still birth or abortion, September 21st, 7 PM, St. Gabriel's Church, 122 South Wyoming Ave., Hazleton, PA. For more info call Susan at 570-403-3094.
Focus on the Family Sex Education Curriculum Used in China
From the Washington Post: "In Yunnan schools this year, teachers are being trained with a sex education curriculum created by the conservative Christian group Focus on the Family. The agreement with the Yunnan ministry of education is a milestone for Focus on the Family...." Visit: Focus on the Family
Thursday, September 16, 2010
Mike Castle's Loss Drops Embryonic Stem Cell Funding Advocate From Congress
Karl Rove threw a hissy fit on the Sean Hannity show over the loss of Delaware Congressman Mike Castle. By the looks of this LifeNews.com story pro-lifers can say good riddance to Castle:
Dover,DE (LifeNews.com) -- Delaware Congressman Mike Castle lost his bid to become the Republican Senate nominee to a pro-life candidate, Christine O'Donnell. With the defeat, the pro-life movement makes a huge gain by ridding itself of one of its top proponents of forcing taxpayers to fund embryonic stem cell research.Visit:Mike Castle's Loss Drops Embryonic Stem Cell Funding Advocate From Congress
Dover,DE (LifeNews.com) -- Delaware Congressman Mike Castle lost his bid to become the Republican Senate nominee to a pro-life candidate, Christine O'Donnell. With the defeat, the pro-life movement makes a huge gain by ridding itself of one of its top proponents of forcing taxpayers to fund embryonic stem cell research.Visit:Mike Castle's Loss Drops Embryonic Stem Cell Funding Advocate From Congress
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Twenty States Sue Over Health Care
PENSACOLA, Florida -- The Obama administration will try to persuade a federal judge Tuesday to throw out a lawsuit by 20 states that claim the president's health care overhaul is unconstitutional. Visit;States Rights
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
Christine O'Donnell Wins GOP Senate Primary
Conservative activist Christine O'Donnell earned a stunning victory in Delaware's Republican Senate primary Tuesday, riding a wave of tea party anger and advertising dollars to oust U.S. Rep. Michael Castle. Visit:Christine O'Donnell
Friday, September 10, 2010
A Brilliant Campaign Ad by Ben Quayle � Blogs For Victory
Terrific campaign ad by Quayle! Visit:A Brilliant Campaign Ad by Ben Quayle � Blogs For Victory
Thursday, September 09, 2010
Fraud charges plaguing Planned Parenthood
"The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals is forcing Planned Parenthood to defend itself against a whistleblower's allegations of fraudulent overbilling of the federal government." Visit: Fraud charges plaguing Planned Parenthood:
Mass for the Unborn - October 3 in Scranton, PA
All are invited to participate
In Conjunction with Forty Days for Life and the St. Michael the Archangel Novena, there will be a
Mass for the Unborn - October 3, 2010
Time: 7:00 p.m.
St. Patrick's Church,
1403 Jackson St.,
Scranton, PA
The Celebrant will be Father Ed Buchheit
A Rosary will follow.
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In Conjunction with Forty Days for Life and the St. Michael the Archangel Novena, there will be a
Mass for the Unborn - October 3, 2010
Time: 7:00 p.m.
St. Patrick's Church,
1403 Jackson St.,
Scranton, PA
The Celebrant will be Father Ed Buchheit
A Rosary will follow.
blogger - Google Search
Wednesday, September 08, 2010
Four-State Abortion Empire Crumbles Following Botched Abortion
"VOORHEES TWP, New Jersey, September 7, 2010 (LifeSiteNews.com) - The empire of a troubled New Jersey abortionist who headed a four-state abortion ring is slowly crumbling after Maryland began investigating the setup following a teenager's botched abortion. In addition to unveiling the illegality of the setup, the investigation resulted in one raid where police discovered a gruesome display of 35 frozen unborn children preserved in jars." Visit:Four-State Abortion Empire Crumbles Following Botched Abortion:
Saturday, September 04, 2010
IRS Investigates Former Planned Parenthood Affiliate
The criminal division of the Internal Revenue Service is looking into the finances of Planned Parenthood Golden Gate, while the organization has brought in forensic accountants to evaluate its books. Visit: IRS Investigation
Friday, September 03, 2010
16th Annual Buddy Walk, Pittsburgh, PA
On Saturday, October 16, 2010 Pittsbutgh's 16th Annual Buddy Walk will be held.
The 16th Annual Buddy Walk for the Down Syndrome Association of Pittsburgh is coming on Saturday, October 16th, 2010, at Hartwood Acres.
Paper registration forms can be found by visiting Down Syndrom Association
The 16th Annual Buddy Walk for the Down Syndrome Association of Pittsburgh is coming on Saturday, October 16th, 2010, at Hartwood Acres.
Paper registration forms can be found by visiting Down Syndrom Association
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Monday, August 30, 2010
Glenn Beck's Rally to 'Restore Honor' Gathers Half a Million Americans, Makes History - U.s. - Catholic Online
"WASHINGTON, DC (Catholic Online) - On Saturday, August 28, 2010, a crystal clear, sunny day in Washington D.C. a massive crowd of people gathered for a 'Restoring Honor' Rally. The Rally was called by Glenn Beck, the popular radio and television personality". Catholic Online reported the crowd size as 500,000. Visit:Glenn Beck's Rally to 'Restore Honor' Gathers Half a Million Americans, Makes History - U.s. - Catholic Online:
Sunday, August 29, 2010
Arial Photo of Restoring Honor Rally
I disagree with this estimate, but here is an arial photo.
"An estimated 87,000 people attended a rally organized by talk-radio host and Fox News commentator Glenn Beck Saturday in Washington, according to a crowd estimate commissioned by CBS News." Story continues here: Rally Photo
"An estimated 87,000 people attended a rally organized by talk-radio host and Fox News commentator Glenn Beck Saturday in Washington, according to a crowd estimate commissioned by CBS News." Story continues here: Rally Photo
Saturday, August 28, 2010
Palin: Reject Calls to 'Fundamentally' Change US
"Sarah Palin says the way to honor Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy is to honor those men and women in the military who protect the United States.
The potential 2012 presidential candidate says those who fought at Bunker Hill and Gettysburg protected the freedoms that allowed thousands of people gather on the National Mall in Washington " Visit:
His rally's marquee speaker, Sarah Palin, praised "patriots" in the audience for "knowing never to retreat." Visit:Washington Times
The potential 2012 presidential candidate says those who fought at Bunker Hill and Gettysburg protected the freedoms that allowed thousands of people gather on the National Mall in Washington " Visit:
 — From the steps of the Lincoln Memorial, conservative broadcaster Glenn Beck told a crowd of tens of thousands of people Saturday that the U.S. has too long ){kind=link}
His rally's marquee speaker, Sarah Palin, praised "patriots" in the audience for "knowing never to retreat." Visit:Washington Times
Glenn Beck Restoring Honor rally
WASHINGTON, D.C. – People of every race and color in red, white and blue T-shirts gathered in the nation's capital today for Glenn Beck's Restoring Honor rally only to receive a heavy dose, not of the radio host, but of Jesus Christ. Glenn Beck Restoring Honor Rally>
Sarah Palin at Restoring Honor Rally
Sarah Palin told the stories of and introduced several Medal of Honor winners including Colonel Thomas Kirk, a Vietnam Veteran who endured years of imprisonment at the Hanoi Hilton along with John McCain and many others. One critic posted on Facebook, that she had said nothing. It just shows you what we are up against on the left, people who have no appreciation for the sacrifices of those who have defended this country. S. Cirba
Glen Beck Restoring Honor Rally is on Facebook and C-Span
While watching on Facebook it is clear there are hundred's of thousands of people there. Watching online were 33.501 by quarter to ten and 72.624 by quarter after ten.
The rally began with the most beautiful rendition of the Star Spangled Banner I can remember. A moving appeal by the mother of a fallen special operations officer is one I hope Glen Beck will repeat on his show and next, Sarah Palin. S.C.
The rally began with the most beautiful rendition of the Star Spangled Banner I can remember. A moving appeal by the mother of a fallen special operations officer is one I hope Glen Beck will repeat on his show and next, Sarah Palin. S.C.
Will Today's Restoring Honor Rally Be as Big as 9/12/2009?
Dear Readers,
I posted this footage of Glen Beck's 9/12/09 rally for comparison. Early reports from the Mall indicate the "Restoring Honor Rally" will be huge. David Madiera, talk show host from 94.3 radio in Scranton had his wife call in from the Restoring Honor Rally. Mrs. Madiera said there was "a sea of people" headed toward the Mall. Sue Cirba
Video of 9/12/09 Rally follows:
I posted this footage of Glen Beck's 9/12/09 rally for comparison. Early reports from the Mall indicate the "Restoring Honor Rally" will be huge. David Madiera, talk show host from 94.3 radio in Scranton had his wife call in from the Restoring Honor Rally. Mrs. Madiera said there was "a sea of people" headed toward the Mall. Sue Cirba
Video of 9/12/09 Rally follows:
Friday, August 27, 2010
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA STUDENT HEALTH PLAN INCLUDES ABORTION: Bishops Urge Catholics to Oppose Decision.
Bishop Michael Burbidge of Raleigh and Bishop Peter Jugis of Charlotte are urging North Carolina’s Catholics to oppose a decision by the University of North Carolina system to include abortion coverage in its student health insurance plan. Visit: UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA HEALTH PLAN INCLUDES ABORTION
SIRIUS XM Patriot to Broadcast Glenn Beck's 'Restoring Honor' Rally Live
SIRIUS XM Patriot to Broadcast Glenn Beck's 'Restoring Honor' Rally Live: "NEW YORK, Aug. 26 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- SIRIUS XM Radio (Nasdaq: SIRI) today announced that it will air Glenn Beck's 'Restoring Honor' rally live in its entirety from the steps of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. The August 28th event begins at 10:00 am ET on SIRIUS XM Patriot (SIRIUS channel 144/XM channel 166), the conservative talk channel that airs Beck's daily radio show The Glenn Beck Program."
Focus on the Family Donates 500th Ultrasound, Saving 81K Babies From Abortion
SOMETHING TO CELEBRATE!
Colorado Springs, CO (LifeNews.com) -- "Focus on the Family recently donated to a local pregnancy center the 500th ultrasound machine designed to help women contemplating abortion see an image of their unborn baby. The program is credited with saving as many as 81,000 children from abortions across the United States." Visit: Focus on the Family Donates 500th Ultrasound, Saving 81K Babies From Abortion
Colorado Springs, CO (LifeNews.com) -- "Focus on the Family recently donated to a local pregnancy center the 500th ultrasound machine designed to help women contemplating abortion see an image of their unborn baby. The program is credited with saving as many as 81,000 children from abortions across the United States." Visit: Focus on the Family Donates 500th Ultrasound, Saving 81K Babies From Abortion
Thursday, August 26, 2010
Alaska Voters Pass Measure for Parental Notification Before Teen Abortions
"Alaska voters easily passed Measure 2, a ballot proposal to allow parents in the state the right to know when their teenage daughter is considering an abortion." Visit: Alaska Voters Pass Measure for Parental Notification Before Teen Abortions
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
Dan Quayle's Son Ben Wins Primary in Arizona
Ben Quayle wins AZ Primary: "The 33-year-old attorney and son of former Vice President Dan Quayle had been raked over the coals for weeks leading up to the Republican primary in Arizona's 3rd Congressional District, and conventional wisdom said he'd fallen from the front runner's perch." Visit:Ben Quayle Wins AZ Primary
Alaska election results: Upset in the making for Sen. Lisa Murkowski? - CSMonitor.com
"In Alaska election results, Sen. Lisa Murkowski's GOP primary race with 'tea party' insurgent Joe Miller is too close to call. Elsewhere, Arizona's Sen. John McCain (R) is in, and establishment candidate Bill McCollum (R) is out in Florida." Visit: Alaska election results: Upset in the making for Sen. Lisa Murkowski? - CSMonitor.com
Monday, August 23, 2010
Virginia Politics Blog - Cuccinelli: State can regulate abortion clinics
"Virginia Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli II, who is anti-abortion, has issued a legal opinion allowing greater restrictions on abortion clinics, drawing swift criticism from providers who say it could cause some of the facilities to close." Visit:Virginia Politics Blog - Cuccinelli: State can regulate abortion clinics:
Saturday, August 21, 2010
A Killer Named Ella: FDA Approves New Embryocidal Drug - U.s. - Catholic Online
Ella is chemically very similar to the abortion drug, RU-486 (mifepristone). Everyone familiar with how human life gets its start also understands that progesterone is needed to sustain a newly implanted, developing embryo. Cut off the progesterone and the new life will die. This is how RU-486 works, and since ella operates the same way, it could act as an abortifacient. In fact, the American Association of Pro-Life Obstetricians & Gynecologists calls ella an embryocidal drug. Visit:A Killer Named Ella: FDA Approves New Embryocidal Drug - U.s. - Catholic Online
Friday, August 20, 2010
Scranton police find pregnant alleged prostitute high, in labor - News - The Times-Tribune
"A pregnant prostitute had been in labor for four hours without seeking medical help on Saturday when police found her lying on a couch in a North Scranton garage using narcotics, authorities said.
Jennifer L. Pasco, 33, of 13 Alpha St., was charged with recklessly endangering her unborn child," The story continues here:Scranton police find pregnant alleged prostitute high, in labor - News - The Times-Tribune:
Jennifer L. Pasco, 33, of 13 Alpha St., was charged with recklessly endangering her unborn child," The story continues here:Scranton police find pregnant alleged prostitute high, in labor - News - The Times-Tribune:
Thursday, August 19, 2010
Plan on Attending the Restoring Honor 8/28 Rally at the Lincoln Memorial? Information and rules to follow:
Where is the Restoring Honor event located??
The event stage will be located on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, DC. Several video screens and sound towers will be placed along the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool and on the grounds of the Washington Monument. Remember that these monuments are located in a National Park and are open to the public as well as attendees of our event. Safety for all is our primary concern so please follow all rules posted and be respectful of all in attendance.
What are the hours of the Rally?
Official hours are 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Saturday, August 28, 2010.
For further information visit: 8/28 Rally
The event stage will be located on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, DC. Several video screens and sound towers will be placed along the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool and on the grounds of the Washington Monument. Remember that these monuments are located in a National Park and are open to the public as well as attendees of our event. Safety for all is our primary concern so please follow all rules posted and be respectful of all in attendance.
What are the hours of the Rally?
Official hours are 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Saturday, August 28, 2010.
For further information visit: 8/28 Rally
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
U.S. INSPECTOR GENERAL AUDIT REPORTS SHOW IMPROPER BILLING OF FAMILY PLANNING SERVICES IN NJ - A Press Release from N.J. Right to Life
New Jersey Right to Life
Contact: Marie Tasy, Executive Director, 732 562 0562
PRESS RELEASE � August 13, 2010
U.S. INSPECTOR GENERAL AUDIT REPORTS SHOW IMPROPER BILLING OF FAMILY PLANNING SERVICES IN NJ
Audits performed by the U.S. Inspector General for the Department of HHS uncovered a consistent problem with NJ family planning clinics improperly billing Medicaid for services that did not qualify as family planning. State officials were sent letters in July 2007, June 2008 and August 2008 notifying them of the problems and requesting action to correct the errors. The three reports covered the period from February 1, 2001 through January 31, 2005. The first audit identified that the state of New Jersey improperly received federal reimbursement at the enhanced 90% rate for 160,955 prescriptions drug claims that were billed as family planning, but did not qualify as family planning services. In the letter and accompanying report to Commissioner Velez, the Inspector General recommended that NJ repay $2,219,746 to the Federal Government.
The second audit by the U. S. Inspector General for the Department of HHS found that family planning clinics improperly received the enhanced 90% rate for outpatient services which did not qualify as family planning services. Of the 107 claims, 64 were for family planning services eligible for Federal Medicaid reimbursement at the 90 percent rate and 43 claims did not qualify as family planning services, and were therefore ineligible for Federal Medicaid reimbursement at the 90% rate. The report specifically cites Planned Parenthood Providers who told investigators that they billed all claims to Medicaid as �family planning� and �populated the family planning indicator field on Medicaid claims even though the service provided did not meet the criteria for 90 percent Federal funding.� As a result, a letter and the report was sent to the Commissioner of Human Services on June 17, 2008, by the Office of Inspector General recommending that the state refund $597,496 to the Federal Government and amend their procedures to prevent improper billing in the future.
The third audit found that the state of NJ received Federal Medicaid reimbursement for 111 of the 161 claims for inpatient services which were improperly billed as family planning at the enhanced 90 percent rate. As a result, the OIG recommended that the state of NJ reimburse $162,548 to the federal Government and determine the amount of federal Medicaid funds improperly reimbursed at the 90% rate for inpatient hospital services following the audit period and refund that amount to the Federal Government.
The facts cannot be denied. These audits show a systematic abuse of improper billing of Medicaid for family planning services to the federal government to obtain 90% reimbursement. Planned Parenthood has been cited specifically as one of the principal agents of these improper billing practices by the OIG. Page five of the 2008 report entitled, �Review of Outpatient Medicaid Claims Billed As Family Planning by New Jersey" says, �During our visits to family planning clinics throughout the State, many providers (especially Planned Parenthood providers) stated that they billed all claims to Medicaid as �family planning.� Therefore, officials at these clinics often populated the family planning indicator filed on Medicaid claims even though the service provided did not meet the criteria for 90 percent Federal funding. By populating this field, the MMIS designated the claim as eligible for 90 percent Federal funding.� The Office of Inspector General recommending that the state refund $597,496 to the Federal Government.
Planned Parenthood�s supporters not only want to use $7.5M in taxpayer dollars to fund these family planning clinics, they also want the state of NJ to permanently apply for a federal waiver to reimburse family planning clinics 90% for every Medicaid service they provide despite the clinics� history of improperly billing Medicaid and contributing to the nearly $3M in fees which had to be refunded to the Federal Government. Taxpayers should be outraged. These facts should give every legislator who voted for Bill S2139 a good reason to now oppose any misguided effort to override Governor Christie�s veto.
Reports can be found here:
http://oig.hhs.gov/oas/reports/region2/20501019.pdf
http://oig.hhs.gov/oas/reports/region2/20601010.pdf
http://oig.hhs.gov/oas/reports/region2/20601020.pdf
Contact: Marie Tasy, Executive Director, 732 562 0562
PRESS RELEASE � August 13, 2010
U.S. INSPECTOR GENERAL AUDIT REPORTS SHOW IMPROPER BILLING OF FAMILY PLANNING SERVICES IN NJ
Audits performed by the U.S. Inspector General for the Department of HHS uncovered a consistent problem with NJ family planning clinics improperly billing Medicaid for services that did not qualify as family planning. State officials were sent letters in July 2007, June 2008 and August 2008 notifying them of the problems and requesting action to correct the errors. The three reports covered the period from February 1, 2001 through January 31, 2005. The first audit identified that the state of New Jersey improperly received federal reimbursement at the enhanced 90% rate for 160,955 prescriptions drug claims that were billed as family planning, but did not qualify as family planning services. In the letter and accompanying report to Commissioner Velez, the Inspector General recommended that NJ repay $2,219,746 to the Federal Government.
The second audit by the U. S. Inspector General for the Department of HHS found that family planning clinics improperly received the enhanced 90% rate for outpatient services which did not qualify as family planning services. Of the 107 claims, 64 were for family planning services eligible for Federal Medicaid reimbursement at the 90 percent rate and 43 claims did not qualify as family planning services, and were therefore ineligible for Federal Medicaid reimbursement at the 90% rate. The report specifically cites Planned Parenthood Providers who told investigators that they billed all claims to Medicaid as �family planning� and �populated the family planning indicator field on Medicaid claims even though the service provided did not meet the criteria for 90 percent Federal funding.� As a result, a letter and the report was sent to the Commissioner of Human Services on June 17, 2008, by the Office of Inspector General recommending that the state refund $597,496 to the Federal Government and amend their procedures to prevent improper billing in the future.
The third audit found that the state of NJ received Federal Medicaid reimbursement for 111 of the 161 claims for inpatient services which were improperly billed as family planning at the enhanced 90 percent rate. As a result, the OIG recommended that the state of NJ reimburse $162,548 to the federal Government and determine the amount of federal Medicaid funds improperly reimbursed at the 90% rate for inpatient hospital services following the audit period and refund that amount to the Federal Government.
The facts cannot be denied. These audits show a systematic abuse of improper billing of Medicaid for family planning services to the federal government to obtain 90% reimbursement. Planned Parenthood has been cited specifically as one of the principal agents of these improper billing practices by the OIG. Page five of the 2008 report entitled, �Review of Outpatient Medicaid Claims Billed As Family Planning by New Jersey" says, �During our visits to family planning clinics throughout the State, many providers (especially Planned Parenthood providers) stated that they billed all claims to Medicaid as �family planning.� Therefore, officials at these clinics often populated the family planning indicator filed on Medicaid claims even though the service provided did not meet the criteria for 90 percent Federal funding. By populating this field, the MMIS designated the claim as eligible for 90 percent Federal funding.� The Office of Inspector General recommending that the state refund $597,496 to the Federal Government.
Planned Parenthood�s supporters not only want to use $7.5M in taxpayer dollars to fund these family planning clinics, they also want the state of NJ to permanently apply for a federal waiver to reimburse family planning clinics 90% for every Medicaid service they provide despite the clinics� history of improperly billing Medicaid and contributing to the nearly $3M in fees which had to be refunded to the Federal Government. Taxpayers should be outraged. These facts should give every legislator who voted for Bill S2139 a good reason to now oppose any misguided effort to override Governor Christie�s veto.
Reports can be found here:
http://oig.hhs.gov/oas/reports/region2/20501019.pdf
http://oig.hhs.gov/oas/reports/region2/20601010.pdf
http://oig.hhs.gov/oas/reports/region2/20601020.pdf
Medical Journal Confirms Abortion Associated With Increased Premature Birth
Washington, DC (LifeNews.com) -- A new report in a prestigious medical journal confirms what previous studies have shown: abortion is associated with an increased risk of premature birth in subsequent pregnancies. Although the link is well-established, women are not normally informed of the risk when they are counseled at abortion centers.
Visit:Medical Journal Confirms Abortion Associated With Increased Premature Birth
Visit:Medical Journal Confirms Abortion Associated With Increased Premature Birth
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
Documents Show Botched Abortions Hurt Women More Frequently Than Believed
Columbus, OH (LifeNews.com) -- A pro-life group released new documents today from a former abortion facility staffer showing two women injured medically by botched abortions in Columbus, Ohio in the last two months. The organization says it and other documents show women are injured more frequently than most people understand.
Visit: Documents Show Botched Abortions Hurt Women More Frequently Than Believed
Visit: Documents Show Botched Abortions Hurt Women More Frequently Than Believed
Saturday, August 14, 2010
A PRESS RELEASE FROM THE MADISON CENTER
PRESS RELEASE FROM THE MADISON CENTER
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
Contact: James Bopp, Jr.
jboppjr@aol.com
Court Prohibits Release of Referendum Petitions; Will Consider Harassment Exception
Today, a federal judge entered an order preventing Washington from releasing the names and addresses of individuals that signed a referendum petition to repeal Washington’s “everything but marriage” domestic partnership law. Several opposition groups threatened to post the names of the petition signers on the Internet in an effort to encourage uncomfortable conversations with petition signers. Similar efforts around the country have resulted in death threats, property damage, and other harassment directed at supporters of traditional marriage.
Protect Marriage Washington, the sponsor of the petition, obtained a ruling last year preventing Washington from releasing the names and addresses of the petition signers. Earlier this summer, the Supreme Court reversed that decision, and held that disclosure of referendum petitions generally does not violate the U.S. Constitution. However, the Supreme Court sent the case back to Washington to consider whether disclosure of the identities of the petition signers is unconstitutional in light of the widespread harassment directed at supporters of traditional marriage. Today’s ruling will allow the Court to consider Protect Marriage Washington’s case.
James Bopp, Jr., lead counsel for Protect Marriage Washington, is pleased with the Court’s ruling. “Supporters of traditional marriage have received death threats and have had their personal property destroyed after standing up to protect the institution of marriage. No one should have to endure the harassment that these individuals have endured in their personal and professional lives for standing up for what they believe in. I am confident that when the judge considers all of the evidence, copies of the petitions will not be released to the public.”
Today’s ruling will remain in effect until the Court can consider Protect Marriage Washington’s arguments that disclosure of the petitions will expose petition signers to a reasonable probability of threats, harassment, and reprisals. The Court has asked the parties to agree to an accelerated schedule. No further hearings in the case are scheduled at this time.
More information about the case is available on the Madison Center website, http://www.jamesmadisoncenter.org, under “Doe v. Reed.”
James Bopp, Jr. has a national federal and state election law practice. He is General Counsel for the James Madison Center for Free Speech and former Co-Chairman of the Election Law Subcommittee of the Federalist Society
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
Contact: James Bopp, Jr.
jboppjr@aol.com
Court Prohibits Release of Referendum Petitions; Will Consider Harassment Exception
Today, a federal judge entered an order preventing Washington from releasing the names and addresses of individuals that signed a referendum petition to repeal Washington’s “everything but marriage” domestic partnership law. Several opposition groups threatened to post the names of the petition signers on the Internet in an effort to encourage uncomfortable conversations with petition signers. Similar efforts around the country have resulted in death threats, property damage, and other harassment directed at supporters of traditional marriage.
Protect Marriage Washington, the sponsor of the petition, obtained a ruling last year preventing Washington from releasing the names and addresses of the petition signers. Earlier this summer, the Supreme Court reversed that decision, and held that disclosure of referendum petitions generally does not violate the U.S. Constitution. However, the Supreme Court sent the case back to Washington to consider whether disclosure of the identities of the petition signers is unconstitutional in light of the widespread harassment directed at supporters of traditional marriage. Today’s ruling will allow the Court to consider Protect Marriage Washington’s case.
James Bopp, Jr., lead counsel for Protect Marriage Washington, is pleased with the Court’s ruling. “Supporters of traditional marriage have received death threats and have had their personal property destroyed after standing up to protect the institution of marriage. No one should have to endure the harassment that these individuals have endured in their personal and professional lives for standing up for what they believe in. I am confident that when the judge considers all of the evidence, copies of the petitions will not be released to the public.”
Today’s ruling will remain in effect until the Court can consider Protect Marriage Washington’s arguments that disclosure of the petitions will expose petition signers to a reasonable probability of threats, harassment, and reprisals. The Court has asked the parties to agree to an accelerated schedule. No further hearings in the case are scheduled at this time.
More information about the case is available on the Madison Center website, http://www.jamesmadisoncenter.org, under “Doe v. Reed.”
James Bopp, Jr. has a national federal and state election law practice. He is General Counsel for the James Madison Center for Free Speech and former Co-Chairman of the Election Law Subcommittee of the Federalist Society
Monday, August 09, 2010
Dutch Woman Arrested for Infanticide - Wesley J. Smith
Doctors commit infanticide in Netherlands and don’t face arrest. Instead, they write learned articles about their infanticide practice in medical journals extolling the bureaucratic baby killing check list known as the Groningen Protocol. But when a Dutch mother allegedly does the same thing–and only four times as opposed to the at least fifteen admittedly killed under the GP–she is arrested. Visit: Woman Arrested for Infanticide
Sunday, August 08, 2010
Saturday, August 07, 2010
Tenth Amendment - State's Rights
With Obama's government interfering with states rights in the Arizona illegal immigration case, Obama's health care mandates, etc., I wondered how states were reacting in response. I came across this 2009 article: "At least 35 states have introduced legislation this year (2009) asserting their power under the Tenth Amendment to regulate all matters not specifically delegated to the federal government by the Constitution." VISIT:net right nation
Thursday, August 05, 2010
Planned Parenthood unaccountable to Government Accountability Office
From a July 30 Washington Times piece by Rita Diller of American Life League:
Where’s the money? That’s the question on everyone’s mind after reading the recently released Government Accountability Office report. The GAO numbers on money paid out to Planned Parenthood between 2002 and 2008 reveal an unaccounted-for $1.3B.
No answers have been forthcomingPlanned Parenthood unaccountable to Government Accountability Office
Where’s the money? That’s the question on everyone’s mind after reading the recently released Government Accountability Office report. The GAO numbers on money paid out to Planned Parenthood between 2002 and 2008 reveal an unaccounted-for $1.3B.
No answers have been forthcomingPlanned Parenthood unaccountable to Government Accountability Office
Wednesday, August 04, 2010
Taking Away the Perceived Need for Abortion
"Abortion providers are not in the business of providing abortions because they are magnanimous and want to help women. They charge high fees for their “services.” This is why they desire taxpayer funds to perform abortions. With subsidies, more clients could afford abortions. Planned Parenthood is not interested in helping women with the life issues that bring them to the clinic." Visit: Taking Away the Perceived Need for Abortion:
Friday, July 30, 2010
Wednesday, July 28, 2010
GetLiberty.org >> ALG in the News: On Gingrich - A legacy of surrender
"As far back as his second term in Congress, in 1980, Gingrich sided with big labor interests until brought to his knees by a National Right to Work education campaign. Contrary to his image, Gingrich has demonstrated throughout his political career that he possesses no real ideological mooring.As far back as his second term in Congress, in 1980, Gingrich sided with big labor interests until brought to his knees by a National Right to Work education campaign. Contrary to his image, Gingrich has demonstrated throughout his political career that he possesses no real ideological mooring." Visit:GetLiberty.org >> ALG in the News: On Gingrich - A legacy of surrender:
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
Thomas Sowell: Experience trumps brilliance
"One of the ideas that has proved to be almost impervious to evidence is the idea that wise and farsighted people need to take control and plan economic and social policies so that there will be a rational and just order, rather than chaos resulting from things being allowed to take their own course. It sounds so logical and plausible that demanding hard evidence would seem almost like nitpicking." Visit:Experience trumps brilliance:
Pat Buchanan: Trusted most: Men with guns
"Public confidence in Congress has plummeted to the lowest level of any institution since Gallup began asking the question in 1973. One-half of all Americans have little or no confidence in the Congress.
Only 11 percent have a 'great deal' or 'a lot of' confidence in what is, given its place of primacy in the Constitution, the first branch of government and the branch most representative of the people." Visit:Trusted most: Men with guns:
Only 11 percent have a 'great deal' or 'a lot of' confidence in what is, given its place of primacy in the Constitution, the first branch of government and the branch most representative of the people." Visit:Trusted most: Men with guns:
Monday, July 26, 2010
Rachel's Vineyard Retreats in Pennsylvania - July to December 2010
Untitled Page: "Allentown, PA
Contact:Maryann Dunn M.S. 866-372-2435mdunn@allentowndiocese.org
Retreat Dates:Start Date End Date
7/30/2010 8/1/2010
Clarks Summit/Scranton, PA
Contact:Denise Rowinski Mengak 570-822-7118 x307drowinski@csswb.org
Retreat Dates:TBA
Doylestown, PA
Contact:Susan Fetta267-880-3631sefetta@comcast.net
Retreat Dates:Start Date End Date
11/19/2010 11/21/2010"
Philadelphia Area, PA
Contact: Priscilla 215-906-6337 oconnorp1@comcast.net
Contact: Geri Simboli 610-399-0890 simboli2@earthlink.net
Retreat Dates: Start Date End Date
10/8/2010 10/10/2010
Pittsburgh, PA
Contact: Toni Jester 412-621-6953 toniafj1@comcast.net
Contact: Toni 412-352-5348
Retreat Dates: Start Date End Date
9/10/2010 9/12/2010
Pittsburgh (Western PA), PA
Contact: Abigayle Koller 412-977-9521 rachelsvineyard.westernpa@yahoo.com
Note: Interdenominational Retreat
Retreat Dates: Start Date End Date
11/12/2010 11/14/2010 Interdenom
York County, PA
Contact: Joy 717-788-4959 Rvpamd@gmail.com
Retreat Dates: Start Date End Date
8/6/2010 8/8/2010 Carlisle, PA
10/20/2010 10/31/2010 Sparks, MD
Contact:Maryann Dunn M.S. 866-372-2435mdunn@allentowndiocese.org
Retreat Dates:Start Date End Date
7/30/2010 8/1/2010
Clarks Summit/Scranton, PA
Contact:Denise Rowinski Mengak 570-822-7118 x307drowinski@csswb.org
Retreat Dates:TBA
Doylestown, PA
Contact:Susan Fetta267-880-3631sefetta@comcast.net
Retreat Dates:Start Date End Date
11/19/2010 11/21/2010"
Philadelphia Area, PA
Contact: Priscilla 215-906-6337 oconnorp1@comcast.net
Contact: Geri Simboli 610-399-0890 simboli2@earthlink.net
Retreat Dates: Start Date End Date
10/8/2010 10/10/2010
Pittsburgh, PA
Contact: Toni Jester 412-621-6953 toniafj1@comcast.net
Contact: Toni 412-352-5348
Retreat Dates: Start Date End Date
9/10/2010 9/12/2010
Pittsburgh (Western PA), PA
Contact: Abigayle Koller 412-977-9521 rachelsvineyard.westernpa@yahoo.com
Note: Interdenominational Retreat
Retreat Dates: Start Date End Date
11/12/2010 11/14/2010 Interdenom
York County, PA
Contact: Joy 717-788-4959 Rvpamd@gmail.com
Retreat Dates: Start Date End Date
8/6/2010 8/8/2010 Carlisle, PA
10/20/2010 10/31/2010 Sparks, MD
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