Independent, i.e.: More new bishops will be ordained in Ireland this year than new priests, amid a crisis in vocations, a well-known parish priest has warned. . . . It is understood that this will be the only ordination this … Continue reading
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Hong Kong Catholic Billionaire Ready for Prison Again in Defense of Freedom
Acton Institute, Rev. Ben Johnson: Jimmy Lai, the Hong Kong-based entrepreneur and dissident, says he would gladly be arrested again, because advocating for human freedom is part of his character. And until China respects the freedom embedded in human nature, … Continue reading
The Christians Are Right and the Pagans Are Wrong
Crisis, Charles Coulombe: Attacks on statues and monuments around the developed world have grown ever stronger since my last posting, with ever increasing incoherence—and irrelevance—as far as a certain death in Minneapolis goes. The latest to catch my attention was … Continue reading
Religious Speakers At Democratic Convention Include Fr. James Martin of Course
Crux, Elana Schor:The Episcopal bishop of Washington, D.C., who criticized President Donald Trump after he held a Bible aloft at a photo op at a historic church in her diocese, is among the diverse group of faith leaders selected by … Continue reading
‘Trans’ and Prostitutes Can’t Work Due to Covid-19, Poor Things
Crux, Elise Ann Allen: In the latest sign of papal outreach to the transgender community, Pope Francis has written to an old friend in Argentina to say that he is praying for her and the women who will move into … Continue reading
Two Bishops Lead Eucharist Procession of 2000 in Madison WI
Catholic World Report, Joseph M. Hanneman The Second Person of the Holy Trinity was given a police escort up riot-scarred State Street to the Wisconsin Capitol building on Saturday, followed in procession by 2,000 Catholics who proclaimed in word and … Continue reading
13 Billboards Put Up in Phoenix Honoring the Immaculate Heart of Mary
Priestly Fraternity of Saint Peter: At the northern reaches of the Sonoran desert, Phoenix is known for blazing hot summers. This year, however, thanks to parishioners of our Mater Misericordiae apostolate, the Valley of the Sun will be blazing with … Continue reading
Official at USCCB ‘Elated’ Over Biden’s VP Pick
The last time someone from the USCCB spoke or wrote about a political candidate they were dismissed. Such was the case with Judy Keane, USCCB spokeswoman, during the last Democratic presidential debates. She defended Trump in a tweet and attacked … Continue reading
Biden Credits Nuns While He Promises to Prosecute Little Sisters of the Poor
CNA: Presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden has released a campaign video in which he credits his Catholic faith, Pope Francis, and the example of nuns for his personal inspiration. The short video was released August 9 on the Democratic National … Continue reading
North Korea Pyongyang Diocese to be Dedicated to Our Lady of Fatima
Vatican News:Korean Cardinal Andrew Soo-jung Yeom, Archbishop of Seoul and Apostolic Administrator of Pyongyang, announces the dedication of the Diocese of Pyongyang to Our Lady of Fatima on 15 August. Report is here.
Argentina: Bishop Says Order to Close Seminary Came from Rome
Catholic World Report: An Argentine bishop said Friday the seminary in his diocese was ordered closed last month by a decision of the Vatican’s Congregation for Clergy, after a controversy surrounding the reception of the Eucharist during the coronavirus pandemic. … Continue reading
Pro-Abortion Biden Picks Most Anti-Catholic Running Mate Possible
National Review, Alexandra DeSanctis: Though he has often referred to himself as “personally pro-life,” for instance, the former vice president has spent his entire career backing legal abortion, and he’s grown more supportive of it over the years. Article is … Continue reading
Roberto De Mattei’s Answer to Cardinal Zen
A Courteous Reply to His Eminence Cardinal Zen I appreciate Cardinal Zen’s reply to my August 5 article at Corrispondenza Romana, because it demonstrates how His Eminence still has a lively and combative spirit, but I permit myself to continue to dissent on the merits … Continue reading
Cardinal Zen’s Response to Roberto de Mattei’s Criticism
Stilum Curiae: Permit me, Prof. Roberto de Mattei? I think that everyone knows that here in Hong Kong we are in full battle against the power that wants to completely dominate us, even our words and thoughts. Blessed are those … Continue reading
Belief in Aliens Contradicts the Faith
Ignitum Fidei, Adam Miller: There are discussions on numerous Facebook sites and blog pages about the possibility of aliens. Many Catholics and others who profess belief in Christ as God and man, Lord and Savior, believe in alien life on … Continue reading
