The Vatican has announced the prayer intentions of Pope Benedict XVI for March 2011. The Holy Father’s general intention is: “That the nations of Latin America may walk in fidelity to the Gospel and progress in justice and peace.” His … Continue reading
CNA reports: Bishop Demetrio Fernandez Gonzalez of Cordoba, Spain recently explained that the red bandanas that were distributed to World Youth Day participants in his diocese recall the sacrifice of Christian martyrs. . . . The event was intended to … Continue reading
Catholic Culture: During two Masses at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels in Los Angeles, Cardinal Roger Mahony passed the leadership of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles to Archbishop José Gómez, who has served as coadjutor archbishop since … Continue reading
Zenit News: Bishop Augustine Hu Daguo of the apostolic prefecture of Shiqian, Shihtsien, in the Chinese province of Guizhou, died on Feb. 17 at the age of 90. The bishop, who was approved by the Pope and part of the … Continue reading
CNSNews.com reports on some truly deranged politics: Last Thursday, Democratic Gov. Deval Patrick quietly signed two executive orders — Executive Order No. 526 and No. 527 — giving transgendered state employees protected status under the state’s anti-discrimination policy and establishing a state Office … Continue reading
It is indeed refreshing to read the Catholic words of apology of this truly humble woman. May she receive more grace to inspire others who have fallen into error. Rorate Caeli reports: Most people saw the reports that, in 2007, … Continue reading
Catholic Culture: Italian officials have arrested six Moroccan men on charges of inciting hatred against Pope Benedict XVI. The men said that the Pope deserved to be punished for baptizing Muslim journalist Magdi Allam in 2008. Link to AP story … Continue reading
Catholic Online: On February 23, 2011, President Barack Obama ordered the US Justice Department to stop defending marriage. The Attorney General of the United States, Eric Holder, the Nation’s Chief Law Enforcement Officer released a statement which can be read … Continue reading
CNA reports: St. Robert Bellarmine’s life and spirituality was the focus of Pope Benedict XVI’s teaching during his weekly general audience Feb. 23. This Jesuit cardinal was remembered by the Pope for his great legacy of writings and teachings and … Continue reading
A couple of years ago I wrote the story of Father Augustus Tolton for our website. Sometime afterward, I received a complimentary letter from his great grandniece. She must be very happy that the cause has entered the first phase. … Continue reading
Catholic Culture reports: Following a 25-22 preliminary state senate vote, Maryland is on the verge of become the sixth state to allow homosexual marriage. “Measures were defeated that sought to allow religiously affiliated adoption agencies to refuse services to same-sex … Continue reading
The Metropolitan of the Anglo-Lutheran Catholic Church, Irl A. Gladfelter, writes that his group is seeking union with the Church under the terms of Anglicanorum coetibus. Note the passage I’ve emboldened. It’s not typical of Catholics nowadays to speak of … Continue reading
Rev. Mr. Keith Fournier, editor of Catholic Online, remembers the converted abortionist: Over the next few days, while preparations are made for his funeral, the Pro-Life world will be filled with well deserved accolades for Bernie. I know he would … Continue reading
Catholic News Service: Much has changed for Greece Athena High School varsity basketball coach Jim Johnson and former team manager Jason “J-Mac” McElwain since Feb. 15, 2006. That was the night Johnson put McElwain into the game, and the teen … Continue reading
Over the years, Saint Benedict Center and Father Feeney have been the objects of severe criticism in the pages of The Wanderer. Consider, for example, “The Cardinal Martini Problem for the Church,” by R.M. Pilon, S.T.D. The doctrinal issue that … Continue reading
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