Kurt Jensen

Columnist

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New Netflix Film Presents the Life of the Virgin Mary

(OSV News) – For those attempting to bring any part of the Gospel story to the screen, whether big or small, the four canonical accounts, as books of faith, prove […]

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Last Survivor of Pearl Harbor Attack Remembered for Love of God, Country

(OSV News) – By any measure, Louis Anthony “Lou” Conter, a Catholic hero of World War II who died at age 102 on Monday, April 1, at his home in […]

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Late Pope Benedict’s Christian Insights Resonate at 2023 New York Encounter

(OSV News) — The annual New York Encounter weekend is renowned for including the widest range of thinking possible. From Feb. 17-19, the event, with its usual discussions of literature, […]

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‘Walking with Moms in Need’ Helps Expectant, New Moms ‘Where They’re At’

WASHINGTON, D.C. (CNS) — Dioceses and parish volunteers who have embraced the “Walking with Moms in Need” initiative are still in the early stages of assessing its effectiveness. Statistics, counting […]

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With Roe overturned, March Will Focus on Congress

WASHINGTON, D.C. (CNS) – Jeanne Mancini wants it to be clear: The national March for Life in Washington, D.C. will continue even with the U.S. Supreme Court overturning Roe v. […]

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Former assistant fire chief aims to create ‘sense of hope’ in 9/11 memoir

WASHINGTON, D.C. (CNS) – One of the most vivid memories for those who experienced 9/11 firsthand is the weather that day. A high pressure system produced sunny, intensely clear skies […]

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Pro-life marchers’ energy, enthusiasm is ‘palpable,’ says march official

WASHINGTON (CNS) – One aspect of the annual March for Life that never changes is the loud cheering when the lead group, carrying the banner, arrives in front of the […]