Saint Germanus of Auxerre was the Bishop of Auxerre in Gaul, born in that same city, in 380. He died at Ravenna in 448 while on a mission in Italy. The story of his conversion is peculiar indeed. Born into … Continue reading
Category: Columns
Could Cardinal Kasper Be Right?
From Father Paul Nicholson comes this interesting reflection on “spiritual communion,” “baptism of desire,” and the bizarre ramifications of a non-incarnational, pseudo-sacramental Catholicism that parallels the sacramental economy that was instituted by Jesus Christ. Some points Father Nicholson makes in the YouTube … Continue reading
Wednesday, December 16 ‘Reconquest’: Details
The next Reconquest radio show, airing RIGHT HERE on Wednesday, December 16 at 8:00 PM Eastern, will be a discussion of true and false ideas of mercy, the works of mercy, and forming Catholic Apostles for the Reconquest. Brother André’s guest will be Sister Maria Philomena, … Continue reading
UPDATE: ‘Reconquest’ Radio Show, with Brother André Marie
“Reconquest” is a militant, engaging, and informative Catholic radio program featuring interviews with interesting guests as well as commentary by your host, Brother André Marie, M.I.C.M. It is a radio-journalistic extension of the Crusade of Saint Benedict Center. How and … Continue reading
It’s Just So Frustrating!
Frustration In your patience you shall possess your souls (Luke 21:19). Patience is one of the moral virtues emanating from the cardinal virtue of fortitude. Saint Thomas, in defending this, cites Saint Augustine: “A man’s patience it is whereby he bears … Continue reading
Advent Hymn: Drop Your Dew, Ye Clouds of Heaven
While I’m on the subject of Advent hymns, here is one written by Michael Denis in 1774 (the music that goes with is was probably written by Michael Haydn). The text is drawn from Holy Scripture, Old and New Testaments: … Continue reading
Maria Walks Amid the Thorn
Here is one of our favorite Advent hymns. It is sung in two parts, one of which is a haunting counterpoint. The carol comes from sixteenth century Germany (although it is probably much older) and commemorates the barrenness of the … Continue reading
Dr. G.C. Dilsaver to Give Talks on Faith and Family in Cincinnati Area Next Week
“A Father’s Fight for Faith and Family” For more information, see the website of The Oratory of Saints Philomena and Cecilia. Friday Evening, December 4th Pre-Conference 7:30 to 9:00 PM at St. Anthony, Morris, IN Holy Matrimony: The Primary Christian … Continue reading
Now, Be Nice
Monsignor Pope takes a break from his usual meditations on the gospel to give us a light little diversion into the world of language, specifically words that have changed their meaning over time. He deals with the word “nice.” Its original … Continue reading
Can the Souls in Purgatory Pray for Us?
As we pray this month for the holy souls in purgatory a question may arise: Can the souls in purgatory pray for us — and do they? This is a question that I have been asked recently. I always assumed … Continue reading
Roberto de Mattei on Liberal Westerners Not Getting the Paris Massacres
Professor de Mattei condemns the foolish maneuvers of liberal Western powers (the U.S., France, etc.) in causing the Paris massacres of 13 November, 2015. Included in the historian’s denunciation are both the domestic idiocy of liberalism (embodied in the diabolical trinity of liberté, … Continue reading
Cardinal Sarah’s Words Should be in Gold Letters
A priest who speaks as a priest ought, a bishop as a bishop, a cardinal as a cardinal, an official of the Holy See as an official of the Holy See. Ecce sacerdos magnus: (LifeSite) The cardinal’s most powerful statements, … Continue reading
‘Simon, Son of John, Lovest Thou Me?’
I am continuing here from my previous column, “I Go a Fishing,” with the rest of chapter 21 of Saint John. After the Apostles had caught so many fish, they tied the net and moored the boat. Meanwhile, as I … Continue reading
Would You Like to Give Alms, Memorialize a Loved One, AND Beautify the Mass with These Lovely Vestments?
Would you like to help beautify the liturgy here at Saint Benedict Center? Our sacristy is in need of some “everyday” vestments to give us a chance to repair our aging items. We are able to get the vestments shown below for an … Continue reading
‘Let Us Stand in Defense of Christianity’ Bravo Polish Football
Is the Faith coming alive again in Poland? This is great news. Perhaps it is the beginning a real Crusade to keep Islam out of Catholic Poland. It was only a banner unfurled at a football (soccer) game, but it … Continue reading
