Topic: reflection
The president of the Vatican's council for interreligious dialogue says that politics can be a path to holiness, but that one has to enter public service without seeking anything in return. Cardina ... discussRome, Italy, May 20, 2013 / 09:34 am (CNA/EWTN News).- A pontifical university in Rome has launched a master's program in Gregorian chant and the use of the organ at Mass so as to build unity among Ca ... discuss
These reflections are taken from the book “Pro-Life Reflections for Every Day” by Fr. Frank Pavone which is available for purchase at: ProLifeReflectionsForEveryDay.org “And they shall name ... discuss
Vatican City, May 19, 2013 / 07:22 am (CNA/EWTN News).- St. Peter’s Square was “transformed into an open-air Cenacle,” Pope Francis said after he celebrated Pentecost with Church mov ... discuss
look for able men from all the people, men who fear God, who are trustworthy and hate a bribe, and place such men over the people as chiefs of thousands, of hundreds, of fifties, and of tens. And le ... discuss
ow that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose. For those whom he foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image of hi ... discuss
Friday of the Seventh Week of Easter(Click here for readings)After Jesus had revealed himself to his disciples and eaten breakfast with them, he said to Simon Peter, “Simon, son of John, do you ... discuss
These reflections are taken from the book “Pro-Life Reflections for Every Day” by Fr. Frank Pavone which is available for purchase at: ProLifeReflectionsForEveryDay.org “Preach the message; ... discuss
The Pontifical Council for Interreligious Dialogue held a meeting in the chapel of Domus Sanctae Marthae on New Religious Movements. In a statement released by the Holy See, the purpose of the meeting ... discuss
I have no energy. I feel the power. There is a variety of gifts but always the same Spirit… The particular way in which the Spirit is given to each person is for a good purpose. Pentecost, unless i ... discuss
The chairman of the US bishops' Committee on Pro-Life Activities called for reflection, greater respect for human life and healing in the wake of the May 13 convictions of Dr. Kermit Gosnell of Philad ... discuss
DGems: Daily Gospel Reflections is a collaboration between Fr. Philip Heng, S.J. and Valent Richie, a Catholic app developer. (I've also reviewed a few of Valent Richie's other apps on thi ... discuss
Ribbon Placement: Liturgy of the Hours Vol. II: Ordinary: 1045 Proper of Seasons: 996 Psalter: Friday, Week III, 1454 Office of Readings for Friday in Week 7 of Easter God, come to my assistance.̵ ... discuss
Full disclosure: I’ve seen all seasons of the How I Met Your Mother available on Netflix, although I haven’t kept up with current episodes. It’s entertaining, it has it’s funn ... discuss
These reflections are taken from the book “Pro-Life Reflections for Every Day” by Fr. Frank Pavone which is available for purchase at: ProLifeReflectionsForEveryDay.org “The blind man said ... discuss
My Lord, my God, my King, my Savior, Beloved, open my heart to You my love. Beloved let me rest my head on your chest and hear Your heartbeat. Keep me close to You enveloped in Your love. ... discuss
The CMAA is happy to announce a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in chant for five weeks with the Community of St. John (no, not the one founded by Hans Urs von Balthasar and Adri ... discuss
Margaret Thatcher, one of the most significant leaders of the 20th century, died yesterday at age 87. A model of convictional leadership, Margaret Thatcher became almost universally known as Britain&# ... discuss
These reflections are taken from the book “Pro-Life Reflections for Every Day” by Fr. Frank Pavone which is available for purchase at: ProLifeReflectionsForEveryDay.org “The authorities are ... discuss
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These reflections are taken from the book “Pro-Life Reflections for Every Day” by Fr. Frank Pavone which is available for purchase at: ProLifeReflectionsForEveryDay.org “In the beginning Go ... discuss
Many of us Catholics may have a difficult time articulating the reason why our Lord ascended into Heaven? Why did He have to ascend in order to accomplish His divine mission of redemption?&nbs ... discuss
These reflections are taken from the book “Pro-Life Reflections for Every Day” by Fr. Frank Pavone which is available for purchase at: ProLifeReflectionsForEveryDay.org “There is one mediat ... discuss
Pope Benedict XVI gave the most wonderful message on the Internet two years ago. It contains none of the reactionary, anti-tech pop thought that passes for profundity today, and instead celebrates the ... discuss
A beautiful reflection on motherhood from secular DIY blogger and graphic designer Brooklyn Limestone: Before I was a mother, I imagined parenthood to be a marathon of sorts – worth it in the long ... discuss
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For I see… What do you see? But he, full of the Holy Spirit, gazed into heaven and saw the glory of God, and Jesus standing at the right hand of God; and he said, “Behold, I see the heave ... discuss
Exhausted Kermit Gosnell Jury Goes Home, Two Weeks With No Verdict An emotionally exhausted jury in the murder trial of abortion practitioner Kermit Gosnell is going home for the weekend. After two w ... discuss
For those who celebrate the Ascension of Our Lord on Sunday, please follow this link to the ferial Office of Readings for Saturday in the Sixth Week of Easter. Ribbon Placement: Liturgy of the Hours V ... discuss
These reflections are taken from the book “Pro-Life Reflections for Every Day” by Fr. Frank Pavone which is available for purchase at: ProLifeReflectionsForEveryDay.org “A notion of f ... discuss
Bogotá, Colombia, May 9, 2013 / 12:00 pm (CNA/EWTN News).- A three-year-old Colombian boy has garnered attention across the internet for a video in which he dons priestly garments and “cele ... discuss
These reflections are taken from the book “Pro-Life Reflections for Every Day” by Fr. Frank Pavone which is available for purchase at: ProLifeReflectionsForEveryDay.org “And from each ... discuss
There are moments in your life that will be forever imprinted in your memory. This past Thursday night for our evening to honor our Blessed Mother Mary was one of them for me. First as the ... discuss
look for able men from all the people, men who fear God, who are trustworthy and hate a bribe, and place such men over the people as chiefs of thousands, of hundreds, of fifties, and of tens. And le ... discuss
ow that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose. For those whom he foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image of hi ... discuss
It's fascinating to me, the ways in which people react to what they consider (or don't consider) an education.This headline says, "Photo Series Explores What Happens When Kids Don't Do Homework." A li ... discuss
These reflections are taken from the book “Pro-Life Reflections for Every Day” by Fr. Frank Pavone which is available for purchase at: ProLifeReflectionsForEveryDay.org “It is I who bring bo ... discuss
Micah Murphy has an amusing and instructive post about the frustrating tactics we encounter in the New Evangelization. Here we are in the midst of the New Evangelization and there are certainly other ... discuss
These reflections are taken from the book “Pro-Life Reflections for Every Day” by Fr. Frank Pavone which is available for purchase at: ProLifeReflectionsForEveryDay.org “For he had filled Je ... discuss
Fr. Nicolas Schwizer The first title which the Gospel gives to Mary is that of “full of grace.” Having found grace before God means having been “favored” by his gifts: by those gifts which H ... discuss
These reflections are taken from the book “Pro-Life Reflections for Every Day” by Fr. Frank Pavone which is available for purchase at: ProLifeReflectionsForEveryDay.org. “A ‘new femini ... discuss
“A life without challenges does not exist and any boy or girl who doesn’t take on these challenges, has no backbone.” Pope Francis said this at the end of the Rosary, emphasising the fact that ... discuss
……..that is capable of committing acts of evil. That was the message Glenn Beck conveyed throughout his highly anticipated keynote speech at the 2013 NRA Convention on Saturday. He made th ... discuss
Michael Ghislieri, a Dominican friar from his fifteenth year, a teacher of religion at twenty, as a simple religious, as inquisitor, bishop, and cardinal, was famous both for the spotless ... discuss
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Have you ever seen one of those videos on YouTube that shows you how something you’ve been doing for your whole life has actually been all wrong? How you’re better off eating an apple from ... discuss
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“I love the man that can smile in trouble, that can gather strength from distress, and grow brave by reflection. ‘Tis the business of little minds to shrink; but he whose heart is firm, an ... discuss
Hilary Cesare, a soprano in our choir, wrote this interesting reflection in school. Very interesting! Dante’s and Boccaccio’s Contrasting Worldviews Expressed though Song D ... discuss
Not another meeting!!! Yes, just like the apostles. And when Paul and Barnabas had no small dissension and debate with them, Paul and Barnabas and some of the others were appointed to go up to Jerusa ... discuss
Brethren, Peace and Good to all of you. Today we remember the holy apostles Phillip and Nathaniel. Phillip in particular had a memorable intervention in John’s Gospel which is the one read ... discuss
These reflections are taken from the book “Pro-Life Reflections for Every Day” by Fr. Frank Pavone which is available for purchase at: ProLifeReflectionsForEveryDay.org “They stood still, t ... discuss
“If all I loved was stripped away, what would my life be defined by?” The haunting question whispered through my soul, chasing me in my dreams at night and finding me on the path I took to avoid ... discuss
In true interreligious dialogue, Christian participants will desire to make Jesus more and more known and loved, but "the proclamation of Jesus Christ must be made in the gospel spirit of dialogue." ... discuss
I am in the unique and enjoyable position of receiving copies of most of the latest and greatest Christian books and I like to provide regular roundups of some of the best and brightest of the bunch. ... discuss
Vatican City, May 2, 2013 / 08:45 am (CNA/EWTN News).- The number two official from the Vatican’s Secretariat of State has dismissed wide-ranging speculation about the reforms Pope Francis will ... discuss
These reflections are taken from the book “Pro-Life Reflections for Every Day” by Fr. Frank Pavone which is available for purchase at: ProLifeReflectionsForEveryDay.org “Who will roll back ... discuss
I’m reading Richard Bauckham’s book “Theology of the Book of Revelation” along with a few others as part of my reflection and study for my ongoing series on Revelation. The boo ... discuss
These reflections are taken from the book “Pro-Life Reflections for Every Day” by Fr. Frank Pavone which is available for purchase at: ProLifeReflectionsForEveryDay.org “Blessed are you amo ... discuss
By Maureen Scott “Obama comes from a community organizer background where it’s us against them. But that’s not who we are. And that’s not the position the leader of our Nation ... discuss
These reflections are taken from the book “Pro-Life Reflections for Every Day” by Fr. Frank Pavone which is available for purchase at: ProLifeReflectionsForEveryDay.org “Why do you look amo ... discuss
A Deeply Needy People - “Have you ever considered why there are so many diverse spiritual gifts in the body of Christ? … As I've reflected on this diversity of gifts, it comes to my m ... discuss
These reflections are taken from the book “Pro-Life Reflections for Every Day” by Fr. Frank Pavone which is available for purchase at: ProLifeReflectionsForEveryDay.org “They ran from the t ... discuss
Sermon – Easter 5 – Acts 11:1-18Grace and Trinity Lutheran Churches, Bear Creek, WI"The Same Gift - Repentance that Leads to Life!"We turn our attention to the reading from Acts. I don't ... discuss
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Here is the translation of the Holy Father’s homily during the Mass for the Day of Confirmands celebrated at St. Peter’s Basilica today. * * * Dear Brothers and Sisters, Dear Confirm ... discuss
It's an honor to be a stop on Marge Fenelon's blog tour for her new book, Imitating Mary: Ten Marian Virtues for the Modern Mom -- even more special since I had the opportunity to meet Marge in A ... discuss
A new heaven and earth? What’s wrong with this one? Then I saw a new heaven and a new earth; for the first heaven and the first earth had passed away, and the sea was no more. And I saw the ho ... discuss
These reflections are taken from the book “Pro-Life Reflections for Every Day” by Fr. Frank Pavone which is available for purchase at: ProLifeReflectionsForEveryDay.org “An angel of the Lor ... discuss
This is a third part in a series. Don’t miss Part 1 and Part 2 (This post will stand alone, but does draw heavily on the previous two). As I’ve been thinking through Communion and Baptism, I consi ... discuss
These reflections are taken from the book “Pro-Life Reflections for Every Day” by Fr. Frank Pavone which is available for purchase at: ProLifeReflectionsForEveryDay.org “At dawn on the firs ... discuss
Just finished a review of this book for The Living Church. Here are some of my highlights… This approach is a variation of what has come to be called the “pastoral cycle” in practica ... discuss
From the Time Tribune: Dramas bring Easter to life The apostle Peter sang his welcome to the audience in the darkened hall at the Rock Church Worship Center during dress rehearsals last week for the c ... discuss
From my quote journal.This was not the first time that Mr. Bulstrode had begun by admonishing Mr. Vincy, and had ended by seeing a very unsatisfactory reflection of himself in the coarse unflattering ... discuss
These reflections are taken from the book “Pro-Life Reflections for Every Day” by Fr. Frank Pavone which is available for purchase at: ProLifeReflectionsForEveryDay.org “You have died, and ... discuss
Last Thursday’s two-run homer by Cincinnati Reds third baseman Todd Frazier was one of the most heartwarming moments of this MLB season so far. To quote Wesley Smith: “The pernicious sea ... discuss
These reflections are taken from the book “Pro-Life Reflections for Every Day” by Fr. Frank Pavone which is available for purchase at: ProLifeReflectionsForEveryDay.org “You did not choose ... discuss
To look into the face of Kermit Gosnell is to look in the American mirrorby Dr. Gerard M. Nadal Dr. Kermit Gosnell is on trial for his life in Philadelphia because of how he ran his medi ... discuss
I like the poster at the top of this article. It defines hypocrisy as "demanding that the state stay out of the bedrooms of the nation while demanding the government pay for birth control and abortion ... discuss
These reflections are taken from the book “Pro-Life Reflections for Every Day” by Fr. Frank Pavone which is available for purchase at: ProLifeReflectionsForEveryDay.org “And while they were ... discuss
Ribbon Placement: Liturgy of the Hours Vol. II: Ordinary: 1045 Proper of Seasons: 760 Psalter: Monday, Week IV, 1511 Office of Readings for Monday in Week 4 of Easter God, come to my assistance.– ... discuss
Your Excellencies:In earlier communication, I have provided detailed documentation regarding immoral practices in Philly's Catholic hospitals: the paucity of NFP-only physicians, "privileges" for ... discuss
I can’t hear you. Just turn it down a little. My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me; and I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish, and no one shall snatch the ... discuss
It’s strange to consider that we will shortly be entering the season of Lent. Strange because time seems to be moving at such a rapid pace. Where did 2012 go again? 2011? 2010? But strange also ... discuss
“If a man cannot enjoy the return of spring, why should he be happy in a labour-saving Utopia? What will he do with the leisure that the machine will give him? I have always suspected that if o ... discuss
"Be a real man!" There has always been so much focus on the women that are going into abortion facilities, but why are they there in the first place? There are obviously some women who ... discuss
Every good story begins with a problem. A plane crashes on a desert island, leaving its occupants stranded. Two lovers are separated by their families’ hostile feud. A girl falls down a rabbit hole ... discuss
By: David P ScaerConcordia Theological Quarterly49 (April-July 1985) no. 2-3:181-195.©1985 Concordia Theological Quarterly...there are certain items that do not belong to a Lutheran understanding of ... discuss
The following news release was issued April 12, 2013.ST. PAUL — This Sunday, April 14, marks the 10th anniversary of Governor Tim Pawlenty's signing of the Woman's Right to Know law that is saving l ... discuss
I'm honored to be over at Melanie Bettinelli's The Wine-Dark Sea today, with a brief reflection that's part of her series, CREDO: Professing the Creed for the Year of Faith. My post is here, ... discuss
Rehtaeh ParsonsI came across this story in the news today and was deeply saddened to hear of the senseless loss of a young and beautiful girls life.According to reports, the mother of a teenage girl f ... discuss
The book Life After Art by Matt Appling arrived in my mailbox at just at the right time. Don’t you just love when God makes sure you get a message when you need it most? I do. Because I ... discuss
On the back-cover of the eleventh volume of Joseph Ratzinger’s Opera Omnia, on the “Theology of the Liturgy”, there is this not even thinly-veiled declaration: “The fate of the Faith and the ... discuss
John A. Gallagher, Ph.D.Corporate Director, EthicsCatholic Health PartnersCincinnati, OhioDear Dr. Gallagher,The fourth edition of the USCCB's Ethical and Religious Directives for Catholic Health Care ... discuss
The past is dead. The future: we don't know. All we have is the Now. Lent came and went, and just as quickly we saw Easter fly by. We enjoyed our spring break and while things ... discuss
I used to think I had my stuff together. Then I got married.Marriage is great—but it rocked everything I knew. I quickly realized my basic goal in life, prior to getting married, was to simply remai ... discuss
Recent news from Ireland surrounding the tragic case of Savita Halappanavar urgently requires deeper reflection on the part of pro-life leaders.Pregnant women who are ill should be protected by good a ... discuss
TweetBy Jonathon Van MarenFor better or for worse, it would appear that the last week’s “backbench revolt” has definitively proven that Canadians who hold social conservative, and specifically a ... discuss
from Jill Stanek.comby Susie Allen, host of the blog, Pro-Life in TN, and Kelli We welcome your suggestions for additions to our Top Blogs (see tab on right side of home page)! Email Susie@jills ... discuss
About a month ago, I received an email from a reporter for the Christian news publication, WORLD Magazine, asking if I was willing to be interviewed for an article to publish on their website. Writer, ... discuss
I’ve always viewed home décor as a window into my personality. Each lampshade, piece of furniture, or wall hanging is a reflection of my values, likes and dislikes, mood, and more. For this reason ... discuss
Imagine what it was like today for disciples. We are lucky, we know what tomorrow brings. We know that He is here with us in the tabernacle, but they didn't know that. To us Easter i ... discuss
This morning is always a magical time for me. The calm before the emotional storm. I have time this morning to sit so close to The Beloved. Here in the dark church in front of the te ... discuss
And so it starts. The three holiest days of our year. Tonight, we remember the institution of the Eucharist during which our Savior says to us all, "Do this in memory of me". Of cour ... discuss
Before Triduum silence begins I wanted to post an eyewitness account of Tuesday's March for Marriage -- an effort to follow the French lead (I never thought we'd be taking moral lessons from the Frenc ... discuss
(This is inspired by a reflection I heard yesterday while listening to Johnnette Benkovic on her EWTN radio show Women of Grace)The following was a part of the 1st Reading from Tuesday's Office of Rea ... discuss
One of my biggest pet peeves is the talk of busyness. Why are we so busy? Don’t we have a choice of being busy or not? Or are we all victims of our fast-paced culture saying “yes” t ... discuss
(With apologies to Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen)In 1952 Archbishop Sheen wrote a book about Mary called The World's First Love. He talks about how God had in mind, from before time, the perfect mother f ... discuss
At the beginning of the classic Christmas movie, It's a Wonderful Life, George Bailey stood on a snow covered bridge preparing to jump into the icy river below. He was going to kill himse ... discuss
On March 26 and 27, the U.S. Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in two cases challenging the definition of marriage as the union of one man and one woman. In Hollingsworth v. Perry, they will cons ... discuss
This blog hasn't been very active for awhile, but it doesn't take much digging through the archives to realize that I've done a lot of blogging on Pope Benedict and his writings (especially) here in t ... discuss
After this powerful March for Life experience, Dominican students raise money to help women in need.With all the students from Illinois who attended the March for Life, there are many moving stories o ... discuss
"Fueled by a desire to serve God and spread the healing ministry of their Congregation, the first Sisters of the Holy Redeemer left their home in Germany and came to America in March of 1924....the ... discuss
In Book 3 of Ovid’s Metamorphoses we find a version of the story of Narcissus. Son of the river god Cephissus and the nymph Liriope, Narcissus was stunningly handsome but haughty, breaking ... discuss
Wow, I can't believe it's been a little over 2 weeks since the March for Life. Life has been zooming by lately. I guess it does all the time, but it just seems more so now for some reason. ... discuss
Oh Dear Lord! This is how I wish to spend my life, sitting with You, talking with You. I pray Dear Lord that someday I will learn to live in Your Presence even when I am not here in your h ... discuss
Sermon – Epiphany 5 – Luke 4:31-44 Trinity Lutheran Church, Menasha, WI “The Purpose Driven Savior” What's your purpose? Why are you here? I don't mean why are you here this morning – alt ... discuss
Sermon Notes: 4th Sunday after Epiphany, Year C, 2013 Scriptures: Luke 4:21-30 I mentioned in last week’s sermon that the reaction to Jesus’ words wasn’t quite foreshadowed by the ve ... discuss
What? You have never watched the super bowl? It's the super bowl. Who doesn't watch it?That would be the inevitably question were more people aware of my current status as a super bowl virgin. Am I ju ... discuss
There has been some interesting debate in the blogosphere over Sam Harris’ contention that a divine command theory of ethics manifests “a psychopathic and psychotic moral attitude.” Randal Rause ... discuss
Day Nine: Sunday, January 27, 2012Printable version of Day NineIntercession: For repentance, healing and peace, in every heart and every nation.Our Father, 3 Hail Marys, Glory BeReflection: ... discuss
Day Five: Wednesday, January 23, 2012Printable version of Day FiveIntercession: For scientists and pharmaceutical employees who help create and manufacture contraceptive and abortifacient drugs: ... discuss
Can't sleep and remembered that I meant to blog about a week I had in December.I've written before about how I have trouble figuring out grief. When Jon Scharfenberger passed away, I felt strange for ... discuss
An old friend sent me a picture today that reminded me of how God works in our lives through the process of time, relationships, and circumstances. Even though we may think we have a sense of direc ... discuss
Three of the five Board seats for Colorado’s largest school district are up for grabs in 2013. One of them is just inviting a challenge. Jeffco school board director Paula Noonan made local head ... discuss
Day One: Saturday, January 19, 2013Printable version of Day OneIntercession: For the mother who awakens each morning with the memory of abortion fresh in her mind: that the Lord may still the ter ... discuss
I’m quite late this year in compiling my list of the top books I read or reviewed this past year. Better late than never! There were many great books that came across my desk, and I couldn’ ... discuss
These are just in random order and reflect, of course, my personal experiences and opinions and everything here should be prefaced with the phrase, “Conclusions I’ve reached based on my li ... discuss
This reflection is taken from my book Pro-Life Reflections for Every Day, which is available for purchase at: ProLifeReflectionsForEveryDay.org “God created man in his own image, in the ... discuss
I'm linking up with {the awesome and inspiring} Melanie of Only a Breathand the One Word 365 Community.(Thank you, Melanie, for your awesome artwork!)Remember how I said in my New Year's eve post that ... discuss
I cannot think of a more fitting post as the last one of the year, simply as a reflection of what has been going on for these years. We have been discussing things with Atheists for a while now, becau ... discuss
"The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy." John 10:10aMany know that in coming to faith in Christ, we must acknowledge who we are: sinners. Yet, I wonder if that admi ... discuss
It is a stay-at-home kind of Christmas this year. I always find it fun to run back through the blog posts from December 25ths of the past to see where my family was and what we were doing that day. So ... discuss
Beloved: The grace of God has appeared, saving all Here we stand, at the manger, at the answer. We have been inundated by the negatives of the world, particularly over the last several weeks, even in ... discuss
Washington D.C., Dec 21, 2012 / 12:05 am (CNA/EWTN News).- A law firm has given Rhode Island Gov. Lincoln Chaffee its 2012 “Ebenezer Award” for his insistence that the 17.5-foot fir tree i ... discuss
Pope Benedict has written an op-ed on the spiritual meaning of Christmas for the December 20 issue of the Financial Times. It is unprecedented for a Roman Pontiff to write an essay for a ... discuss
Thank you, Mama Erika, for our logo! :)"I’m co-hosting the Keeping Christ in Christmas Blog Carnival, with Raising (& Teaching) Little Saints, Arma Dei: Equipping Catholic Families.&n ... discuss
If the knowledge and teachings from the Word of God deconstructs and overrides the established epistemological framework, the person will experience what is called an epistemological transition. ... discuss
We here at man with black hat have received quite a reaction to our piece entitled “Every Matter Under Heaven” from last Tuesday. We drew attention to plans underway by Michael Voris of ChurchMili ... discuss
by Fr. James Farfaglia - “Where shall the word be found, where shall the word Resound? Not here, there is not enough silence.” – T.S. Elliot In our last reflection we considered how ... discuss
I love to walk at night and gaze at the stars. At this time of year it's even more special because the Christmas lights are coming out and people are starting to set up Nativity displays. ... discuss
I've had a few events of late where I have been very conscious of Grace and her presence in my life, and her absence, in the here and now. I've learned that it's up to me to choose which of thes ... discuss
Today is the feast of St. Nicholas.We always celebrate. It's a family tradition.The true story of Santa Claus begins with Nicholas, who was born during the third century in the village of Patara. At t ... discuss
This is the first section of the paper I presented to the the Evangelical Philosophical Society Annual Meeting in Milwaukee two weeks ago. Several people have asked me to post it on MandM. It will ap ... discuss
The priest at our church is a lovely and very holy man who lives out his faith everyday in who he lives. Every year he covers our church and rectory in Christmas lights starting right after Than ... discuss
This reflection is taken from my book Pro-Life Reflections for Every Day, which is available for purchase at: ProLifeReflectionsForEveryDay.org “‘Restrain your voice from wee ... discuss
I’ve been at this blogging thing for ten years now and have been at the daily blogging thing for almost as long. This means that I’ve got an extensive backlist of articles from years gone ... discuss
Are you full? Just fulfilled, thanks. “The days are coming, says the LORD, when I will fulfill the promise I made to the house of Israel and Judah.” Oh, to be full! Sometimes overstuffed ... discuss
"One person with a hereditary disease costs the government 5.50 reichsmarks daily. RM 5.50 a day can support a whole genetically healthy family!" “Death pathway”. What an amazingly steri ... discuss
Don't let your pride get in the way of your reading this encouraging book. I'll admit that mine did, for a while; I'm pretty sure that most of the 10 contributors are a good bit younger than I am. But ... discuss
Donna-Marie Cooper O'Boyle has a beautiful new book, Rooted in Love: Our Calling as Catholic Women, that explores what it means to be a woman striving to be a reflection of Christ every ... discuss
One of our greatest living philosophers, Alasdair MacIntyre, recently gave a lecture at the University of Notre Dame titled “Catholic instead of what?” MacIntyre always h ... discuss
Conversing with God in Advent: Praying the Sunday Readings with Lectio Divina by Stephen J. BinzMy rating: 5 of 5 starsThe Bible ends with the words of Christ, "Yes, I am coming soon," and with the an ... discuss
This reflection is taken from my book Pro-Life Reflections for Every Day, which is available for purchase at: ProLifeReflectionsForEveryDay.org “To anyone who ... discuss
NOTE: The Catholic Church has approved this Marian apparition.Today is the anniversary of the first visions at Beauraing, Belgium. From November 29, 1932 to January 3, 1933, Mary appeared multiple tim ... discuss
This reflection is taken from my book Pro-Life Reflections for Every Day, which is available for purchase at: ProLifeRefle ... discuss
This reflection is taken from my book Pro-Life Reflections for Every Day, which is available for purchase at: ProLifeReflectionsForEveryDay.org ... discuss
And we should not think we are immune from such problems From the Catholic Herald (UK) By Francis Phillips Whatever a Catholic’s views on the matter, it has been a sad spectacle watchi ... discuss
This reflection is taken from my book Pro-Life Reflections for Every Day, which is available for purchase at: ProLifeReflectionsForEveryDay.org ... discuss
image of Christ from Upper South Gallery in Hagia Sophia With the liturgical year at an end, let's check in on what His Holiness has been up to. Popery There's the new book, but we cov ... discuss
“Whoever wishes to become great among You must be Your servant, and whoever wishes to be first among You must be the slave of all. For the Son of Man came not to be served but to se ... discuss
Do you know a good podiatrist? My Achilles is bothering me. “His dominion is an everlasting dominion that shall not be taken away, His kingship shall not be destroyed.” We may recall the ... discuss
Luke 19:45-48 A Timely Reflection (Click here for readings) Jesus entered the temple area and proceeded to drive out those who were selling things. T’is the season for…??? That is the question.&# ... discuss
Every year, the President of the United States declares a national Day of Thanksgiving. This tradition began with our first President, George Washington, and continues to this day. Eventually, the dat ... discuss
Brethren, Peace and Good to all of you. Msgr. Charles Pope over at his blog shared with us Some thoughts on the five stages of religious persecution. I will refer you to his blog post for this though ... discuss
In some areas of my life God has called me to lead and in other areas he has called me to follow. Whether I am leading or following, the calling is one of service. As Jesus said, “Whoever would ... discuss
The Leadership Council of Women Religious was awarded the Herbert Haag Prize for 2013 for Freedom in the Church. The fact that these heritical habitless hussies have won it should come to no surprize ... discuss
As part of our remembrance of the month of November, as that which Catholics associate with intentions of the dead and the Life Beyond, we devote this piece to the preparation of the dying. Catholics ... discuss
--1--I've been trying to put my thoughts into words over the last week and a half since the election. I pound away at my keyboard and push "Delete" over and over. How do I express my profo ... discuss
A perfect reflection for a Sunday! Archbishop Chaput: being a saint is the only thing that matters :: Catholic News Agency (CNA) mg width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com ... discuss
We thank You Lord. …and anticipate Your coming. “‘And then they will see ‘the Son of Man coming in the clouds’ with great power and glory, and then he will send out the ... discuss
Laudamus Te A few weeks ago we previewed a new magazine, or periodical, missal for the extraordinary form (Tridentine Latin Mass) called Laudamus Te. You can read that post here. There was some uncert ... discuss
Disclaimer: I’m no gardener. In fact, I don’t remember the last time I tried to keep a plant alive, and I certainly don’t own any myself. But I recently stumbled across an argument t ... discuss
“Life is always a good. …Why is life a good?… The life which God gives man is …a manifestation of God in the world, a sign of his presence, a trace of his glory” (John Paul II, The Gosp ... discuss
"A nation can survive its fools, and even the ambitious. But it cannot survive treason from within." "Do not blame Caesar, blame the people of Rome who have so enthusiastically acclaimed and ador ... discuss
Seven Steps to a Deepening Faith By: Judith Costello When I first started writing for CatechismClass.com, I was told to follow the formula on which this form of catechesis is based. ... discuss
The month of November is National Adoption Month. Often, pregnant mothers who feel they cannot care for their child are afraid to make an adoption plan, and may even feel guilty in doing so. But in fa ... discuss
Fr. Frank Pavone, National Director, Priests for Life Scripture: From Lamentations 3 19 I remember my affliction and my wandering, the bitterness and the gall. 20 I well remember them, and my soul is ... discuss
The phrase "pondered it in her heart" struck me twice today. The first time was at Mass this morning. I'm not sure whether it was something Father said during the reflection on the Gospel or if it jus ... discuss
When I turned 18 (many decades ago!) and registered to vote, I registered as a Democrat. I was not just a member of the party: I worked on campaigns, I was a member of a city Democratic committee, I w ... discuss
What's with Obama?What's with all the blubbering?He was crying in public the night before the election.Now, after winning, the guy is still crying openly. On Wednesday, he broke down in tears again.Th ... discuss
The Roman historian Livy wrote about the terminal decline of the Roman Republic that “Nec vitia nostra nec remedia pati possumus… We can bear neither our vices nor the remedies.” Alas, I fear t ... discuss
This reflection is taken from my book Pro-Life Reflections for Every Day, which is available for purchase at: ProLifeReflectionsForEveryDay.org “Religion that ... discuss
But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves. For if anyone is a hearer of the word and not a doer, he is like a man who looks intently at his natural face in a mirror. For he ... discuss
I became a priest because God was calling me to it. I can promise you...it wasn't my idea. At the time of my calling, and indeed throughout seminary, I imagined being a priest in a medium- ... discuss
My brothers and sisters in Christ, Bishop Paul Loverde With Election Day now a week away, I take this final opportunity to urge you all to vote in these very important national elections. As I have ... discuss
This reflection is taken from my book Pro-Life Reflections for Every Day, which is available for purchase at: ProLifeReflectionsForEveryDay.org ... discuss
I’ve been at this blogging thing for ten years now and have been at the daily blogging thing for almost as long. This means that I’ve got an extensive backlist of articles from years gone ... discuss
First and 10 2 to go… “One of the scribes came to Jesus and asked him, ‘Which is the first of all the commandments?’” It is Sunday – God first, but of course football. Let ... discuss
Or, if you prefer, the Ground Glass Election. ... discuss
Bishop Paul S. Loverde of Arlington, a native of Connecticut, urges his parishioners to follow the directive of Blessed John Paul II's encyclical, Evangelium Vitae, and vote as a Catholic first.& ... discuss
Bishop Paul S. Loverde of Arlington, a native of Connecticut, urges his parishioners to follow the directive of Blessed John Paul II's encyclical, Evangelium Vitae, and vote as a Catholic first.& ... discuss
We at Conservative Heritage Times have been inspired by the TAC symposium to do one of our own, although one with more of a paleo edge. I’m actually not sure symposium is the best characterizat ... discuss
This reflection is taken from my book Pro-Life Reflections for Every Day, which is available for purchase at: ProLifeRefle ... discuss
It's the eve of All Saints, so what better day to review a book about a saint?Some of the most intriguing saints, I think, are the relatively-contemporary ones. While St. Josemaria Escriva has garnere ... discuss
Seth Gruber (left) and Timothy Eaton at Westmont College. CBR intern Seth Gruber is now officially our new hero at FAB. For 3 years, Seth had petitioned to bring the Genocide Awareness Project (GAP) ... discuss
This reflection is taken from my book Pro-Life Reflections for Every Day, which is available for purchase at: ProLifeReflectionsForEvery ... discuss
This reflection is taken from my book Pro-Life Reflections for Every Day, which is available for purchase at: ProLifeReflectionsForEvery ... discuss
The lawyers for the Government of Canada have submitted their reasons for appealing the decision by Justice Smith in BC.On June 15, Justice Smith decided in the Carter case that Canada's assisted suic ... discuss
On the Life & Death of a Child - Bobby Gilles: “Our baby Parker was born and died on Sunday, October 21 around 5:30pm. Until the moment his heart stopped, every medical test throughout Kristen&# ... discuss
