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September 2011

Armed Forces Suicide

Suicide in the Armed Forces: Seldom Discussed Realities

Here are a few realities to ponder as a follow up to my recent posting of Stanley Hauerwas’ reaction to the moral fragmentation of war. Over the last three years, more American soldiers (enlisted and veterans) have committed suicide than were killed in Afghanistan and Iraq.  While suicide among active duty soldiers has slightly …

fresco from the Church of the Holy Virgin at Studenico in 1202

Holy Cross Day 2011

Today Christians across the world will celebrate Holy Cross Day. This day in the Christian calendar celebrates the Cross as a symbol of Christ’s triumph over death and a reminder of His promise that, “…when I am lifted up, I will draw all men unto me.” (John 12:32) The history …