The only reason I am posting this is because of the clarity of the language. Prescinding from his own schism, you have to admire the shepherd’s vigor. “For someone– whether a lay or clerical person– to place his opinion above … Continue reading
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Holy Father Says So Much About Music and in So Few Words
The pope’s words were spoken after a concert by Chinese pianist Jin Ju. Here’s a clip from Zenit: “Music,” he said, “great music, gives the spirit repose, awakens profound sentiments and almost naturally invites us to lift up our mind and … Continue reading
Informative Analysis on the Faith in Africa, Problems and Virtues
In this well-presented overview from Catholic Culture, Dr. Jeff Mirus gives us an insightful look at what good things are happening in the Church in Africa, as well as the current problems facing the continent, especially, as the bishops laid … Continue reading
Abortionist Admits “Gruesomeness” of the Killing of the Pre-Born
Let’s hope and pray that this blog discovery gets wide publicity. LifeNews reports: In a post that is quickly causing jaws to drop from readers across the world, a Michigan-based abortion practitioner has written of how she does abortions at … Continue reading
Archbishop Burke Offers First Solemn Mass in St. Peter’s in 40 Years
Deo Gratias! After 40 years of “exile,” the solemn traditional rite returns to St. Peter’s Basilica. Robert Moynihan has the inside scoop at Inside the Vatican. Thank you, Archbishop Burke!
Czech Out the Pope
Andrew Cusack has a great write-up of Pope Benedict’s visit to Bohemia and Moravia. Besides narrating the events surrounding the visit, Mr. Cusack offers some informative background, such as this: Eighty years of the Catholic Church being considered an enemy … Continue reading
Rome-SSPX Doctrinal Discussions Begin October 26
“Formal theological discussions about Vatican II will begin later this month, it was announced today. Why is Benedict XVI allowing this new debate on the most vexed questions of the Second Vatican Council?” Robert Moynihan attempts to answer that question … Continue reading
In Televised Debate Peru’s Former Health Minister Confounds Pro-Abort Feminist
This is encouraging. The whole country was able to hear a passionate and well-presented defense of the pre-born and, at the same time, a scathing rebuke to the unnatural crime of women publicly encouraging other women to kill their own … Continue reading
Mexican Actor Rallies Pro-Life Action in Colombia
CNA reports: Mexican actor Eduardo Verastegui, who starred in the film “Bella” and has become a pro-life activist, is encouraging Colombians to attend a march this Saturday to protest a proposal to open an abortion clinic in the city of … Continue reading
Wealthy Homosexual Activist Wants “Combat” Against “Cowardly Prejudices” of Catholics
CNA reports: Delivering an acceptance speech for a GLSEN award, a wealthy homosexual activist has attacked Catholic leaders, saying they are among his movement’s “greatest adversaries.” He called on his allies to combat “head-on” religious organizations opposed to homosexual causes … Continue reading
Making a Habit of Being Responsible
In light of Bishop Sample’s taking action to prevent a heterodox fellow bishop from speaking in his diocese, Phil Lawler has a commentary well worth reading on his website. CWN: It’s easy to shirk responsibility. It can be habit-forming. More … Continue reading
Horrific Genicide Continues in Republic of Congo
CWN reports: Hundreds of thousands of people are fleeing their homes as the conflict between the Lord’s Resistance Army and Congolese forces expands in the northeastern portion of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Dr. Bruno Miteyo, director of Caritas … Continue reading
White House Economics Advisor Promotes Death Panels
LifeNews reports: Washington, DC (LifeNews.com) — Former vice-presidential candidate Sarah Palin got pilloried for suggesting that the government-run health care system set up under the bills in Congress would lead to “death panels.” But, now, a video has surfaced showing … Continue reading
Thomas More College to be Consecrated to Sacred Heart
Dr. William Fahey, the new president of Thomas More College in Merrimack, New Hampshire, announced that tomorrow, October 16, the Catholic liberal arts college will be consecrated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. The faculty and teaching staff will also … Continue reading
Nearly Half a Million Faithful Came to Honor Our Lady of the Pillar
Even the Royal Air Club of Zaragoza sent two planes to drop flowers from the heavens. And two F-18s from the military did a fly over. With the socialist government doing all it can to undermine the Catholic Faith in … Continue reading