Warning: The opinion expressed here is controversial. It is also quite old and is in line with what a whole string of popes taught as authoritative Catholic doctrine. While many conservatives — including conservative Catholics (who conserve surprisingly little) — … Continue reading
In “Another Year,” Michael Voris takes to task the paladins progressive theology who are endorsing the twin errors of Universalism and Indifferentism. It’s worth the seven minutes it takes to view. To learn more about the issues he takes on, … Continue reading
Let us pray that this appeal is heard and acted upon immediately through whatever diplomatic channels are necessary. Pope Benedict had unsuccessfully appealed for the release of the Catholic mother of five. May Pope Francis add his input. I have … Continue reading
In his excellent article “Thy Kingdom Come,” Gary Potter explains an important distinction in French society of the nineteenth century: What we need to grasp is that all during the years of which we speak, and to a very real … Continue reading
I was at the supermarket this morning, Market Basket, and I witnessed a culture war in reverse. The cashier, a middle-aged woman, politely was saying “Merry Christmas” to each customer she processed. The man in front of me deliberately responded … Continue reading
My aunt, Sister Mary Susan Boyle, Sister of Charity, worked for many years with Sister Zita of Saint Elizabeth’s convent at the Sister Miriam Therese League in Convent Station, NJ. Sister Zita was the force behind the cause for Sister … Continue reading
This entry is updated from last year. Today, December 18, is a feast of long standing in the Latin Church. Though its Mass and office will not be offered liturgically in most places (owing to its not being a universal … Continue reading
Kudos for Bishop Thomas Tobin. While the world fawns over the pro-abortion, pro same-sex marriage Nelson Mandela, Bishop Thomas Tobin says enough of this. Prescinding from the despicable Dutch Protestant policy of apartheid in South Africa, the African National Congress … Continue reading
Four Years for a drug conviction? Excessive? Without knowing the details, that is excessive in my mind. Four years? I suspect Francisca Cabral is a poor woman, probably could not afford a good lawyer. Just lock them up, THAT’S THE LAW! … Continue reading
The name was familiar, but I did not know that he was the composer of a couple of my favorite hymns and the Third Christmas Mass, Puer Natus Est. Queen Elizabeth appreciated his talent so much that she may well … Continue reading
My commentary on a UCANews article from November 13, 2013, by Jesuit Father Frank Brennan: No one walking down the street past you, Dear Father in suit and tie, would even know that you are a priest. Suits and ties … Continue reading
Brother Leonard Mary, M.I.C.M., died Saturday, November 23, at around 10:30 PM. Known in the world as Fred Farrell, Brother Leonard Mary was one of the earliest disciples of Father Feeney at the original Saint Benedict Center in Cambridge, Massachusetts. … Continue reading
Much like Daryl Davis I grew up having no clue what racial prejudice meant. I just didn’t. Fact! Some readers my age (61, BTW) may think that I am exaggerating, but I don’t care what people think. Skin color meant … Continue reading
From Catholic World News, we learn that the Holy Father denounced the “adolescent progressivism” that would throw away our traditions in the interest of being conformed to the values of the world. He did this in the context of meditating … Continue reading
Tonight at 10:00 Eastern Time, Brother André Marie will be interviewed by Christine Niles, host of “Forward Boldly.” Go to the Forward Boldly site to hear the interview live or click on it later for the archived version. (We are … Continue reading
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