He was one of the principal leaders of the suffering underground Catholic Church in China. The faithful of Mgr. Francis An Shuxin’s diocese, Baoding, are now in great distress. Asia News reports: Beijing (AsiaNews) – “A disaster for the diocese … Continue reading
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Pope Speaks About the Value of Theological Debate Done in Charity
I found the Holy Father’s talk very interesting in light of three events now in progress that are producing results: 1)Discussions of the Holy Office with theologians from the SSPX, 2) the discussion of pastoral and disciplinary issues with the … Continue reading
Freemasonry More Common Among Anglo-Catholics Than Low Church?
This I didn’t know. If it’s true, it’s bad news. Potential converts would have to renounce their memberships if they truly wanted to become Roman Catholic. Even though I believe some of what Father Beck says in his article is … Continue reading
European Court Bans Crucifix in Italian Schools
This is what was so predictable with the establishment of the European Union from the beginning. A Catholic nation that surrenders its sovereignty to a godless continental (global tomorrow) government is a Catholic nation that hasn’t learned the lessons of … Continue reading
Marriage Wins a Victory in Maine
Catholic Culture reports: By a 53%-47% margin, Maine voters have repealed a measure that would have legalized homosexual marriage in the state– even though, in the words of the Associated Press, “the stars seemed aligned for supporters of gay marriage. … Continue reading
Conference Over, Complete Recordings Available
How does one gauge the success at an event like this? Attendance statistics? Satisfaction of conference-goers? Or the good-old capitalist indicator, total income? By whatever calculus one determines success, the quality of the talks must be given uppermost consideration. By … Continue reading
High School Counselor May Lose Job for Appearing in Ad Opposing Homosexual “Marriage”
Portland, Maine, Nov 3, 2009 / 02:52 am (CNA).- A high school counselor is the subject of an ethics complaint to the Maine licensing board because of his appearance in a TV ad in favor of Maine’s Question 1, which … Continue reading
A Director of a Planned Parenthood Resigns: “I Can’t Do This Anymore.”
LifeNews reports: The director of a Texas-based Planned Parenthood has resigned her position saying that she has had a change of heart on abortion. The development highlights the powerful results ultrasounds have in convincing people of the humanity of the … Continue reading
Vatican Exhibit Pays Tribute to China Missionary Matteo Ricci
The exhibit honors the 4ooth anniversary of Matteo Ricci’s death. Here’s a short clip from Zenit News: In a letter to his brother Antonio, the Jesuit Father wrote: “I plan to end my life here. (…) Many have been converted, … Continue reading
Wounded Spanish Soldier Asks for Baptism Before Death
This item is from a CNA post on October 14. The soldier died on the feast of the Holy Rosary, October 7. It may not seem very momentous with all the events going on in the Church and the world, … Continue reading
Catholics Bringing the Hallow Back Into Halloween
CNA reports: “La Razon” also noted that in Santiago, Chile, the evening of October 31 has become an occasion to celebrate a spring festival. “No monsters, ghosts or witches here. All the costumes children wear are of angels, princesses, and … Continue reading
Archbishop Dolan Blasts New York Times
The Times refused to publish his retort. Here’s a slice of it. “The most combustible example of all came Sunday with an intemperate and scurrilous piece by Maureen Dowd on the opinion pages of the Times,” he said. “In a … Continue reading
Two Million Rally Against Abortion in Madrid
Madrid, Spain (LifeNews.com) — As many as two million people participated in a massive march in the capital of Spain as they oppose an effort by the government there to expand the nation’s abortion law and exclude parents. Spanish citizens … Continue reading
Correction for Yesterday’s News Post About Bishop Hind
Apparently the London Telegraph misunderstood the words of Bishop Hind to be an intention to become a Roman Catholic. Such is not the case. Here is his explanation which is posted on his own website.
Colombia’s High Court Rules Catholic Hospitals Must Provide for Abortions
Catholic Culture reports: Claiming that mothers “enjoy a right to decide, free from any pressure, coercion, urging, manipulation and, in general, any sort of inadmissible intervention, to terminate a pregnancy” when abortion is permitted by law, the Colombian Constitutional Court … Continue reading