This code of conduct was extant at the Virginia Military Institute (VMI), circa 1839–1997: Without a strict observance of the fundamental Code of Honor [cf., that a gentleman does not lie, cheat, steal, nor tolerate those who do], no man, … Continue reading
Category: Morals
Humility, Hubris, and (Neo-) Paganism
Over at Chronicles, Dr. Thomas Fleming has a concise piece of writing that covers lots of ground on how pagans, old and new, consider the virtue of humility. He contends that the best of the Greeks and Romans had an … Continue reading
Missouri Bishop Cites “Mentality of Sterility” As Scourge of Catholic Family Life
CNA reports: A Missouri bishop has decried a “mentality of sterility,” naming it as a main factor in the present crisis of family life. He predicted that the renewal of the family and the Church would take place only when … Continue reading
Jesuit College Student Health Care Program Covers Contraception, Possibly Abortion
LifeNews reports: A pro-life watchdog group has uncovered evidence showing that student health insurance plan provided by Boston College, a Catholic school, includes coverage for “family planning services.” The Cardinal Newman Society has confirmed that includes birth control but it … Continue reading
Pirates’ Andy LaRouche Going to Bat for Down Syndrome Children
God bless Third Baseman Andy LaRouche. When 90% of pre-born children diagnosed with Downs are being aborted, it’s good to know that a great athlete like LaRouche (among many others) is on their side. Lifenews Maria Vitale reports: When I … Continue reading
35 “Catholic” Congressman Back Bill to Repeal Defense of Marriage Act
Of course they’re all Democrats. From One Nation Under God website: The Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) defines marriage as a “legal union between one man and one woman for purposes of all federal laws, and provides that states need … Continue reading
Archbishop Burke Says Catholic Figures Who Are a Public Scandal Must Publicly Repent
CNA reports: Archbishop Raymond L. Burke, Prefect of the Apostolic Signatura, delivered a speech on September 8 discussing how to advance the culture of life in the U.S. and how to rectify the “scandal” of publicly known Catholics who confuse … Continue reading
New Hampshire State Rep Pushing Suicide With Assistance
LifeNews reports: New Hampshire state Representative Charles Weed is introducing a measure that would not only expand assisted suicide to New Hampshire but allow it for residents of surrounding states. The language of the Weed amendment would turn the Granite … Continue reading
40 Day Prayer Campaign Saving Babies, Winning Converts
Some good news here. The power of prayer. LifeNews reports: The latest 40 Days for Life pro-life prayer campaign is having a great effect as 38 babies have reportedly been saved from abortions thanks to the efforts of local pro-life … Continue reading
Anti-Christian Homosexual Activist and Corrupter of Children, Obama’s “Safe School” Czar
Ex drug addict and defender of man/boy relationship, Kevin Jennings hates the so-called “religious right.” Here is just a taste of this diabolical man’s agenda which he promoted a co-founder and executive director of GLSEN: CatholicOnLine reports: As a key … Continue reading
Woman Making Lots of Money in Poland Suing Over Her Denied Abortion
This is pathetic. Bad enough the European Union’s Court granted her $37,000 because she couldn’t murder her pre-born baby in Poland and, consequently, had eyesight damage connected to the pregnancy, now the Polish court grants her another $11,000, fining a … Continue reading
“Blood Money” Documentary Will Expose the Sick Greed That Fuels the Abortion Industry
The producers still need a distributor so there is no release date yet. Hopefully, the facts that are revealed in this documentary will do major damage to Planned Parenthood and the whole abortion industry. One of those interviewed is Carol … Continue reading
Contraception Hurts Everyone and EVERYTHING
Sin is destructive because it is in opposition to the will of the Creator who is all Good. No Catholic can claim ignorance of the fact that the use of artificial contraceptives is a mortal sin. I should say “no … Continue reading