September 7, 2012

Religion and the Democratic National Convention; Writer Ron Hansen; Cardinal Carlo Martini

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September 7, 2012 Religion & Ethics NewsWeekly

Premiered September 07, 2012

September 7, 2012

Faith outreach and religious-political issues at the Democratic National Convention; Catholic writer and deacon Ron Hansen, whose acclaimed novels come face to face with “the imponderables of life”; and a conversation with Harvard professor Harvey Cox about his friend Cardinal Carlo Martini (1927-2012), one of the rare liberal voices in the Catholic hierarchy.

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The former archbishop of Milan was a rare liberal voice in the Catholic hierarchy.

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Cardinal Carlo Martini

Writing, he says, is “a witness to what God is doing in the world.”

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Catholic Writer Ron Hansen

We continue our discussion about the legacy of Cardinal Martini with professor Harvey Cox.

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Harvey Cox Extended Interview

“Providence,” the president said, “is with us.”

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Religion and the Democratic National Convention

He explains how Catholics can reconcile supporting President Obama.

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Stephen Schneck: The Complex Catholic Vote

Virginia politician Tim Kaine talks candidly about his faith and how that motivates him.

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This acclaimed one-of-a-kind TV show examines religion's role and the ethical dimensions behind top news headlines. Hosted by veteran journalist Bob Abernethy.