Tag Archives: Bp. Olmsted

The sad canonical tale of Sr. Margaret McBride

Posted on 24 December 2010 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

The distinguished canonist Ed Peter’s on his blog In The Light Of The Law has a good examination of the canonical censure incurred by Sr. Margaret McBride of St. Joseph’s Hospital in Phoenix, AZ.  Sr. McBride played a crucial role … Continue reading →

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We have seen this movie before, and it ain’t The Bells of St. Mary’s.

Posted on 22 December 2010 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

We have seen this movie before, and it ain’t The Bells of St. Mary’s.
The conflict in Phoenix between Bp. Thomas Olmsted and St. Joseph’s Hospital exemplifies a deeper problem, which more and more is going to tear the unity of … Continue reading →

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POLL ALERT! Phoenix Hospital and its “Catholic” status!

Posted on 21 December 2010 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

This poll is presently underway on the site azfamily.com.
If you are so inclined, you might offer your opinion.  CLICK HERE.

The results as of 1914 GMT:

UPDATE: 22 Dec 1759 GMT:

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ACLU shoves its forceps into Bp. Olmsted’s head

Posted on 18 December 2010 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

The ACLU apparently believes in freedom for their pet causes, such as the free aborting of babies, but not religious freedom for Catholics.
I read on LifeSite:
ACLU targets Phoenix bishop for opposing hospital abortion
by Kathleen Gilbert
NEW YORK, December 16, 2010 (LifeSiteNews.com) … Continue reading →

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