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The 11 sisters of Siervas are a rock band like ‘nun’ other

The Siervas, who come from eight countries and range in age from 20s to 40s, insist they aren’t rock stars. But they certainly act the part when on stage performing to the electric guitar, steady drumbeat and catchy lyrics, uniformly smiling as silver crosses dangle from their necks.

California’s first Catholic school removes its Catholic statues

San Domenico, the oldest Catholic school in California, has recently come under fire for a decision to remove its Catholic statues. The school board, however, has argued that the decision comes at a time when the institution recognizes that the majority of its student body is not Catholic as well as its desire to be inclusive.

Philadelphia just got a group of young Carmelite nuns

Carmelite nuns in Philadelphia offer their work and prayer for Christians throughout all of the world: the intentions of the Holy Father, the cardinals, and Archbishop Charles Chaput of Philadelphia, but especially for the conversion of sinners.

Is ‘The Little Hours’ a big deal for Catholics?
- Church in the US, Religion News Service
- July 2, 2017
Jeff Baena’s comedy “The Little Hours,” is inspired by stories from 14th-century Italian writer Giovanni Boccaccio’s “The Decameron,” which was condemned itself many times throughout history. Baena said he was surprised at the controversy created by his film. He decided to use some of the bad press to promote the movie instead of ignoring it.
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Cloistered nuns on Facebook: What’s not to like?
- Global Church, Religion News Service
- June 1, 2017
The cloistered nuns at a convent inspired by St. Clare on the island of Sardinia are making a break with tradition. Through social media, the internet and an exhibit offering a peek into their lives, they are bursting out of their secluded convent in order to attract newcomers.
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Sister Act: Appeal rejected in defamation case against nun
- Associated Press, Church in the US
- May 7, 2017
In a rather surprising story out of Michigan, a parishioner St. Hugo of the Hills pursued a defamation case against a nun whom he claims defamed him by accusing him of poking her in the chest with his finger. The courts said they didn’t think she meant a literal poke in the chest and denied his claim.
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