HUMAN PERSONHOOD EXPOSES THE CULTURE WAR FARCE – The term “culture war” is defined by Wikipedia as a metaphor used to describe political conflict based on opposing values. However the current conflict in Colorado has
DC shrine to host St. John Bosco relics – Washington D.C., Sep 27, 2010 / 03:10 pm ( CNA ).- As part of a worldwide tour, relics of St. John Bosco will be hosted by Washington, D.C.’s National Shrine of the
Holy Father bids farewell to Castel Gandolfo – Vatican City, Sep 27, 2010 / 10:05 am ( CNA/EWTN News ).- Nearing the end of his summer stay at Castel Gandolfo, the Holy Father met with local authorities on Monday.
Bigiots Of The World, Unite! – Four Christian Missionaries, laughably arrested and charged with inciting a riot at a Dearborn Muslim festival, have been acquitted by a jury . One of the missionaries
Did You Boycott Church? – Yesterday was the “Sunday Without Women?” when outraged Catholic women all across the globe were supposed to boycott Mass in order to prove that the Church needs to
Obama Omits the Creator. Again. – Well, for all those who said it was just a slip of the tongue last time or that his speechwriters were to blame, Obama just made sure you knew that he meant it the first
Pro-Lifers Support Violence Against Women? – You’d think that progressives who say they’re pro-women’s rights would question themselves when their policies clearly have created a gender imbalance with baby girls
Love Is The Path To Eternal Life – VATICAN CITY, 26 SEP 2010 (VIS) – Before praying the Angelus today Benedict XVI turned his attention to this Sunday’s Gospel narrative of the rich man and the poor
Message For World Congress On Pilgrimages And Shrines – VATICAN CITY, 27 SEP 2010 (VIS) – Made public today was a Message from the Pope to Archbishop Antonio Maria Veglio, president of the Pontifical Council for the Pastoral
Papal Audiences for Sept 27 – VATICAN CITY, 27 SEP 2010 (VIS) – The Holy Father today received in separate audiences: – Two prelates from the National Conference of Bishops of Brazil, on their “ad
Pope Bids Farewell To Authorities Of Castelgandolfo – VATICAN CITY, 27 SEP 2010 (VIS) – Today in the Apostolic Palace of Castelgandolfo, Benedict XVI made his traditional farewells to the local civil and religious
To Brazilian Bishops: We All Need Forgiveness – VATICAN CITY, 25 SEP 2010 (VIS) – The Holy Father today received prelates from the National Conference of Bishops of Brazil (East region 1), who have just completed
Is Congress A Joke? – Rebecca Teti: Says You: Should Colbert Have Been Invited? | As you probably know, Stephen Colbert “testified” in character to Congress last week. He was invited by
Mind Games – Rachel Balducci: Are you a mental giant? | I came across an article recently that touted the importance of brain exercises for retaining information and longevity.
Old Navy’s ‘Scandalous’ Shirt – Danielle Bean: Can’t formula-feeding moms be proud too? | Let me begin by saying I am a big fan of breastfeeding. I have nursed all of my babies and I loved nursing all
Ora Pro Nobis! – Patrick Reilly: view from the beatification of John Hennry Cardinal Newman | We were about 40 participants in the official U.S. pilgrimage to the beatification of John
Pope to Children: Most important things to learn – Amazingly simple and profound words from Pope Benedict XVI speaking to some children about learning, friends and Jesus. I love it. And while it’s a wonderful message for
The Battle is Real – On September 29, the Church celebrates the Feast of the Archangels Michael, Gabriel, and Raphael. Michael led the faithful angels in the battle that broke out in heaven
Will to Live – One of the best things we can do in reference to protecting our own lives from the culture of death is to fill out the “Will to Live” document. These documents have been
Today on Kresta – September 27, 2010 – Talking about the “things that matter most” on Sept. 27 4:00 – Don’t Ask / Don’t Tell – The Evolution of A Policy In what’s being seen as a legal chipping away at don’t
A Ray of Light – Commentary by Shawn Carney, 40 Days for LifeSeptember 27, 2010 (40DaysforLife.com) – We often receive stories that get straight to the heart of what 40 Days for Life is
College Campuses are Abortion Battleground – Commentary by Kristan HawkinsSeptember 27, 2010 (LifeSiteNews.com) – As students went back to school this month across the country, they entered into the front lines of
Day 6 of 40 Days for Life: 44 Babies Saved! – Commentary by Shawn Carney, 40 Days for LifeSeptember 27, 2010 (40DaysforLife.com) – I’m in California today, visiting the 40 Days for Life locations in Sacramento,
Judge: Reinstate Lesbian Fired from Military under DADT – By Kathleen GilbertTACOMA, Washington, September 27, 2010 (LifeSiteNews.com) – Gay rights proponents are celebrating after a district court judge ordered that a lesbian
Last Call! – Dear Friends,This is our last special appeal letter for LSN’s Fall fundraiser which officially ends on Wednesday. $75,000 has been raised so far towards
Archbishop Chaput Scolds Press – By Susan Brinkmann, OCDS Staff Journalist While speaking at the Religion Newswriters Association this weekend, Denver’s Archbishop Charles J. Chaput chastised the press
President Calls for Longer School Year – By Susan Brinkmann, OCDS Staff Journalist Citing the fact that American students attend school about a month less than children in other advanced nations, President
United Nations Appoints UFO “First Contact” – By Susan Brinkmann, OCDS Staff Journalist A Malaysian astrophysicist is set to be appointed by the United Nations as the Earth’s “first contact” should any aliens from
New Newman Shrines: Melbourne, Australia – The usus antiquior community formerly known as “Latin Mass Melbourne” in Australia, under Fr. Glen Tattersall, as of the day of the beatification of Blessed John Henry
The Work of Swedish Artist Lars Gerdmars – Quite some time ago, the iconographically inspired work of Swedish artist Lars Gerdmars was brought to my attention. His work struck me because of the variety of
A much-needed response to the CNN Report – If you watched any of the CNN Report, “What the Pope Knew,” then you know that a clear-headed and truthful response is in order. Of course, don’t expect to see that on
Arrogant, Self-Absorbed Capitalists – Over at Instapundit : Glenn Reynolds notes the sentiments of Netflix CEO Reed Hastings : “Americans are self-absorbed.” Reynolds puckishly concurs, and suggests that
MAAARI BA NATING AWITIN ANG ‘AMAZING GRACE’? – Anonymous said… father abe nais ko lamang po itanong kung pwede po ba yung pag di-dip ng ostia sa wine? may pari po kasi gumawa nun sa isang parish sa mental
MARCEL LEFEBVRE – SIGNATORY TO DIGNITATIS HUMANAE – Marcel Lefebvre: Signatory to Dignitatis Humanae by Rev. Brian Harrison, O.S. Fidelity Magazine, March 1994 Issue Rev. Brian Harrison, O.S. teaches theology at the
WHY DID POPE JOHN PAUL THE GREAT KISS THE QUR’AN? – Pope John Paul the Great and a Moslem leader Anonymous said… Why did the Pope (John Paul II) kissed the Koran? Is he recognizing the legitimacy of the Koran and all
2 October – Kansas City, KS – FSSP Ordination – Have you ever seen an ordination to the priesthood with the older, traditional Roman Rite…. A reader sent notice of the following: FSSP ORDINATION KANSAS CITY THIS
BLOG RENEWAL: Preview of comments – For those of you who like to have that last shot at previewing your comments before hitting that submit button… I believe I have a working Preview function up and
Fr. Thomas Dubay, RIP – I just received word that Fr. Thomas Dubay, SM, has died. Please pray for the repose of his soul. Fr. Dubay was a fine author on issues of the spiritual life. His books
POTUS again omits “Creator” from Declaration citation – From Creative Minority Report with my emphases and comments: Well, for all those who said it was just a slip of the tongue last time or that his speechwriters were to
QUAERITUR: “Nice to see you!”, during Communion – From a reader: While about to receive Communion today I was told by a Eucharistic minister “nice to see you” immediately after she had said “Body of Christ,” to me. I
RATS IN THE RECTORY: Not so sudden DEATH! – Previously on RATS IN THE RECTORY (here). On the blog Southern Orders I saw that Fr. M has some news, as well as a very satisfying and at the same time disgusting photo.
REVIEW: “Annunciation” by artist Daniel Mitsui – I am sure you remember my review of artist/illustrator Daniel Mitsui’s Crucifixion. Mitsui has a blog called The Lion and the Cardinal, an obvious Patristic reference
The Tablet online edition = Grima Wormtongue – From the UK’s best Catholic weekly, The Catholic Herald, comes this analysis piece by William Oddie. My emphases and comments. There are various perspectives from which
Wyoming Catholic College update – Some of you will recall that I visited Wyoming Catholic College last winter. I found it splendid. Here is an update from the WCC blog (in case you know young people
HUMAN PERSONHOOD EXPOSES THE CULTURE WAR FARCE – The term “culture war” is defined by Wikipedia as a metaphor used to describe political conflict based on opposing values. However the current conflict in Colorado has
