As we saw in the last article, in spite of Charles V’s protests, Edward’s regency council knew quite well that the French were a more principal concern for him. They pressed on to restrict Mary’s free access to Mass. On … Continue reading
Monthly Archives: May 2026
Too Much ‘Unworthiness’ in Catholicism?
My third and final installment of “What Must I Do to Be Saved” will come next week. As we are only a few days from the month of June, here is an earlier Ad Rem that might make for timely … Continue reading
Rep. Jim Jordan on the SPLC’s ‘Massive Fraud Scheme’ That Was ‘Creating Hate’ against Catholics
Here is the House Judiciary Committee Chairman, Jim Jordan, speaking to Kellyanne Conway about the DOJ case against the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC). Rep. Jordan makes special mention of the Catholics targeted by the SPLC (including the publishers of … Continue reading
Against American Christian Nationalism
Given the moral decay in our nation, it’s not hard to imagine the idea of an America clinging hard to the basic tenets of Christianity as a guideline for its laws and way of life as very attractive to all … Continue reading
Novena to the Holy Ghost; from Friday after Ascension Thursday to Saturday, the Vigil of Pentecost
This is the prototype of all novenas. It commemorates the nine days between the Ascension of Our Lord and the descent of the Holy Ghost on the first Pentecost Sunday. During this time Our Lady and the twelve Apostles prayed … Continue reading
The ‘Magnificent Declaration’ of Faith by Father Davide Pagliarani, SSPX, on Extra Ecclesiam Nulla Salus
Yesterday, the SSPX Superior General, Father Davide Pagliarani, published a “Declaration of the Catholic Faith” that he addressed to Pope Leo XIV with these words: The Society places this simple Declaration of Faith in Your hands. It seems to us to … Continue reading
The Third Partition of Poland
We won’t forsake the land we came from, We won’t let our speech be buried. We are the Polish nation, the Polish people, From the royal line of Piast. We won’t let the enemy oppress us. So help us God! … Continue reading
What Must I Do to Be Saved? Part II: The Sacramental Economy
Continuing our series on the Catholic economy of salvation, we move from our first installment’s consideration of faith, hope, and charity, to a look at the sacraments. We will not address each and every sacrament here, but will confine ourselves … Continue reading
Another Home Available Near Saint Benedict Center
This house is a three-minute drive from Saint Benedict Center. This one is right on Tully Brook, which is one of its best features. The following is from the Zillow listing for this house: Tranquil, well-maintained, and truly your own private paradise, … Continue reading
Fr. James Martin praises Vatican document appearing to endorse homosexual ‘relationships’
(Doug Mainwaring/LifeSiteNews) — Father James Martin, the Jesuit priest who serves as the chief lobbyist for the normalization of homosexuality and transgenderism within the Catholic Church, is rejoicing over the just-released Vatican Study Group report signaling that the Vatican may be inching … Continue reading
Beautiful House for Sale Near Saint Benedict Center
This house is a four-minute drive from Saint Benedict Center. The following is from the Zillow listing for this house: Spectacular rural retreat offering the perfect blend of privacy, craftsmanship, and lifestyle. Set on 6 serene acres and approached by … Continue reading
Donald Trump Goes on Evangelical Radio to Attack Pope Leo XIV
The following is a Catholic Action League of Massachusetts news release… On May 4th — just three days before U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio was to meet with Pope Leo XIV in the Vatican — President Donald Trump launched another unprovoked … Continue reading
Good Queen Mary Part III: The Defiant Sister
Mary’s capitulation, as recorded in part two, would have consequences lasting her entire life. In the meantime, however, Henry consented to see her, and Jayne Seymour, his new wife, offered her love and support. The years of struggle between Mary … Continue reading
The Brendan Voyage, by Shaun Davey, a Musical Appreciation of the Irish Saint’s Sixth-Century Voyage to America
Saint Brendan the Navigator was the Irish Saint whose sixth-century voyage to America beat Christopher Columbus by some 900 years. He’s mentioned on this site in a short entry for his feast day (May 16), and on a longer piece … Continue reading
Catholic Healthcare Will End in Massachusetts: Last Acute Care Catholic Hospital to Be Sold
The following is a Catholic Action League of Massachusetts news release… What remains of Catholic healthcare is about to end in historically Catholic Massachusetts — one of only three American states where Catholics once comprised a majority of the population. Mercy … Continue reading
