Saturday, September 11, 2010 | - Diocese of Springfield in Illinois

New HHS ruling violates our First Amendment rights

Last November, President Barack Obama assured Archbishop Timothy Dolan of New York, president of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, that he would rein in his administration’s attempts to require virtually all private health plans to include coverage for all FDA-approved prescription contraceptives, abortion pills and female sterilization procedures. These requirements were included in an “interim final rule” issued on Aug. 1, 2011 by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).

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The Roman Missal 3rd Edition is Here!

roman-missal-frontpage The Roman Missal, Third Edition, the ritual text containing prayers and instructions for the celebration of the Mass, was implemented in the United States on the First Sunday of Advent, November 27, 2011. The revised edition of the Missale Romanum contains prayers for the observances of recently canonized saints, additional prefaces for the Eucharistic Prayers, additional Votive Masses and Masses and Prayers for Various Needs and Occasions, and some updated and revised rubrics (instructions) for the celebration of the Mass. The English translation of the Roman Missal will also include updated translations of existing prayers, including some of the well-known responses and acclamations of the people.

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The work of the Church is monumental and never more important than in today's fast paced and increasingly secular society. This work can only be accomplished through the efforts and sacrifices of our faith-filled parish communities. Your generous contributions to ACSA make it possible for the Church to continue to build up the kingdom of God in our parish communities throughout central Illinois.

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