As it is typically used, the term Christian can mean either of two things. Many people would equate it with not Catholic. A Christian — that is, a Protestant — would be one who claims to revere Sacred Scripture and … Continue reading
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The Cavalier-Jacobite Tour: England and Wales
Till then upon Ararat’s hill My hope shall cast her anchor still, Until I see some peaceful dove Bring home the branch I dearly love; Then will I wait till the waters abate Which now disturb my troubled brain, Else … Continue reading
Enchanted by the Music of the Church
Christopher Jasper on Low-Key Yet Highly Popular Chant Workshop The first thing that comes to mind for many people when hearing of Pasadena is the Rose Bowl. With a seating capacity of nearly 90,000, this venerable stadium hosts its eponymously-named … Continue reading
‘Unacceptable’: Did the CDF Censure Saint Benedict Center’s Beliefs in 2016?
Listen via YouTube. | Read summary in press release. Watch Mike Church interview with Brother André Marie. THERE is a false narrative circulating about Saint Benedict Center and the Slaves of the Immaculate Heart of Mary. According to this narrative, … Continue reading
Fourth Partition of Poland: Finis Poloniae?
God! For so many centuries, you surrounded Poland with the radiance of power and glory, and with the shield of your protection protected it from the misfortunes that were to overwhelm it. Before your altars we offer a plea: Save … Continue reading
Good Queen Mary Part IV: Isabella’s Granddaughter
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
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
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
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 Second Partition of Poland
The world is sliding towards confusion. It clings to the slippery slope, but is unable to stay in place — I have a presentiment of impending upheavals, I probe the imminent days with my nerves and I absorb all their … Continue reading
Joseph of Genesis and the Mystery of Christian Forgiveness
Quotes Worth Contemplating for Eastertide Short of murder, it would be difficult for someone to show better how much he hated his little brother than by selling him into slavery. Which was exactly what Joseph’s brothers did to him. It would … Continue reading
The First Partition of Poland
The Polish self-image as a “Christ among nations” or the martyr of Europe can be traced back to its history of Christendom and suffering under invasions. During the periods of foreign occupation, the Catholic Church served as a bastion of … Continue reading
At the Foot of the Cross: Mary’s Sorrows and the Helplessness of Her Love
Part Two of an Adapted Excerpt from The Crucifixion Mary became our Mother just when She lost Jesus. Since She had already had such a love of souls, and since that love had already been immensely increased by the events … Continue reading
Good Queen Mary Part II: The Fall of Anne Boleyn, and the Abasement of Mary
In part I, we traced Mary’s childhood amidst the events of Henry’s political failures on the European stage, as well as the change in her affairs at the conclusion of the King’s Great Matter. Now we will resume in 1533, … Continue reading
At the Foot of the Cross: Mary’s Sorrows and the Test of Her Faith
An Adapted Excerpt from The Crucifixion Mary had stood through at the foot of the Cross, the entire Three Hours, though She had had a sleepless night, and the morning had been crowded full with terrible happenings. In the strength … Continue reading
