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This is an archive of Father Breighner’s most recent Catholic Review commentary preceding his 2023 retirement.

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Haiti hospital attack shows ‘those most in need’ pay price of violence, says CRS rep
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Haiti hospital attack shows ‘those most in need’ pay price of violence, says CRS rep


Gina Christian

Nov 21, 2023

3 min read
A recent attack on a hospital in Haiti underscores the desperate condition of that nation’s civilians, a Catholic Relief Services official told OSV News.
Movie Review: ‘Thanksgiving’
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Movie Review: ‘Thanksgiving’


Kurt Jensen

Nov 21, 2023

2 min read
The soul-deadening platter of splatter “Thanksgiving” (Sony) is intended as a comedic homage to exploitation horror films of the past.
Archbishop Lori announces appointments, including two administrator assignments
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Archbishop Lori announces appointments, including two administrator assignments


Catholic Review Staff

Nov 21, 2023

2 min read
Archbishop Lori announces appointments, including two administrator assignments
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter is remembered for life of service guided by faith
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Former first lady Rosalynn Carter is remembered for life of service guided by faith


Kate Scanlon

Nov 20, 2023

5 min read
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter, passed away Nov. 19 at her home in Plains, Georgia, according to a statement from The Carter Center.
Acting to end abuse is ‘non-negotiable,’ pope says
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Acting to end abuse is ‘non-negotiable,’ pope says


Cindy Wooden

Nov 20, 2023

3 min read
The Catholic Church and all its members must end silence about clerical sexual abuse and ensure cases are no longer covered up, Pope Francis said, adding it is “non-negotiable.”

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