Five Things To Remember On Jan. 16

1. Catholic News Service reports: "Appealing to the traditional values of Filipino Catholic families, Pope Francis made one of his strongest calls as pope against movements to recognize same-sex unions as marriage."

2. If you are a US Catholic of Asian/Pacific Island heritage, please take this brief survey: Deadline extended to Feb. 28

3. Tomorrow is the start of the 9DaysforLife novena. You can download the app, get emails and text alerts by signing up at 9DaysforLife.com.

4. The U.S. Catholic Church has helped rebuild Haiti five years after a devastating earthquake. One of those contributions, a hospital, was dedicated yesterday. See photos on our Facebook page.

5. God loves you.