Strengthens Quotes

Above and beyond giving a mea culpa, John Paul II will attempt to frame what the church means by a mea culpa. His belief that the church strengthens itself through a frank acknowledgment of past sins is a remarkable thing. But the Vatican is also being careful to make clear that this isn't simply a spectacular act of self-flagellation before hostile outsiders; it's about the church's need to express regret and ask for God's pardon rather than to satisfy outsiders. - David Van Biema

A friend strengthens you with prayer, blesses you with words, encourages you with hope, challenges you with thruth and entrusts you to God. - Unknown

[Learning strengthens some connections between neurons, known as synapses, and even forms new synapses. These synapses demand a lot of extra energy, though.] That means that at the end of the day, you have a brain that costs you more energy... That's where sleep would kick in. - Giulio Tononi

[James Cox, a professor of corporate and securities law at Duke University, thought the judge's decision was unlikely to delay the NYSE's schedule for pushing through the deal, which is subject to regulatory approval and a seatholder vote.] Strategically I think it is to their advantage to get a strong vote from the membership going forward. I think that strengthens the NYSE's hand in the litigation arena... It's not uncommon to do the deal and litigate on the sidelines. - James Cox

[During Hispanic Heritage Month, Fernandez will host the special four-hour miniseries on the history of Mexico featuring the story of the Aztecs, once the world's mightiest civilization and the Mexican Revolution of 1910, the first massive people's revolt of the 20th century. The programs will air on September 17 & 18th at 8 PM, ET (Repeats, Oct. 8 & 9) Additionally, Fernandez will host the biography of Pancho Villa airing September 15th at 7 PM ET.] I'm pleased to honor our heritage by joining The History Channel en espanol to bring the history and culture of our people to the U.S. Hispanic market and to America... Our history defines and strengthens us. It is important that our children know our roots and that we celebrate our heroes not just during this month, but throughout the year. - Alejandro Fernandez