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LATEST ARTICLES ( 1590 )
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"Catholics See Themselves Being Singled Out; They Are Becoming Strangers in Thei...
Fr. James Schall is asking whether being Catholic really, ultimately, means much of anything: While there was much anti-Catholicism in early American history,... Read more
Posted on 11 November 2014 SOCIETY -
Thank You
It was once called Armistice Day, commemorating the final day of battle ending World War I on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month. Read more
Posted on 11 November 2014 SOCIETY -
“Scandal is to Say and Profess a Way of Life – 'I Am Cristian' – and Then to Liv...
Once again, Pope Francis is stepping on toes: A Christian who causes scandal destroys the faith and a Christian who does not forgive causes scandal – but it is... Read more
Posted on 11 November 2014 SOCIETY -
"Call It the Stupidity of the American Voter Or Whatever, but Basically That...
This one is going viral but I doubt you'll see it on your regular news and cable outlets... it's stunning but really not surprising. Read more
Posted on 10 November 2014 SOCIETY -
Wilderness to Water by Tom Graffagnino
Tom Graffagnino is no stranger to this website, having graced us with his presence in both posts and comments. Over the weekend I learned that he's written a... Read more
Posted on 10 November 2014 SOCIETY -
'But Ignoring Obvious Problems and Sins is No Welcome at All, and Jesus’ Own...
David Bonugura attempts to walk the tight rope on whether or not the Catholic Church is welcoming: In God’s mysterious plan of salvation, the transmission of Hi... Read more
Posted on 09 November 2014 SOCIETY -
Remind Me Not to Get on the Wrong Side of Pope Francis, He Who Steps on Toes
Seriously: In his daily homily for Mass at the Santa Marta residence, Pope Francis urged the faithful against living as lukewarm pagans who are merely... Read more
Posted on 08 November 2014 SOCIETY -
"A Very Serious Threat"
A week ago, I wondered what the Russians were up to. Yesterday, ABC News spelled out some very troubling particulars: A destructive “Trojan Horse” malware... Read more
Posted on 07 November 2014 SOCIETY -
Persevere
'Always be faithful to God in keeping the promises made to Him and do not bother about the ridicule of the foolish. Know that the saints were always sneered at... Read more
Posted on 07 November 2014 SOCIETY -
A Public Service Announcement
"Guard against anger. But if it cannot be averted, let it be kept within bounds. For indignation is a terrible incentive to sin. It disorders the mind to such a... Read more
Posted on 06 November 2014 SOCIETY -
"Obama Has Always Been a Small Man with Thin-skin..."
This morning I articulated bluntly how I felt about Obama's reaction to Tuesday's electoral drubbing, a drubbing revealing the country's clear disgust with his... Read more
Posted on 06 November 2014 SOCIETY -
The Man is Beyond Arrogant, He Truly Thinks He's King
Via the AP: For anyone expecting postelection contrition at the White House or vows to change course after a disastrous election for Democrats, President... Read more
Posted on 06 November 2014 SOCIETY -
"But You Are Not God..."
The culture would rather this issue be left alone. The culture says simply that this is a personal matter and there's but one mind on it. The culture sees a... Read more
Posted on 05 November 2014 SOCIETY -
The Country Has Spoken, Now Lead
Republicans now have control of Congress and with that control comes responsibility. The hope from every reasonable corner of this country is they'll do what's... Read more
Posted on 05 November 2014 SOCIETY -
“We Feel Safer in Our Sins”
Pope Francis, once again, stepping on toes: “It is so difficult to listen to the voice of Jesus, the voice of God, when you believe that that the whole world... Read more
Posted on 04 November 2014 SOCIETY -
An Alternative Way of Looking at M. Night Shyamalan’s Signs
This movie has always been a personal favorite of mine... and now... perhaps I need to go back and watch it again: Signs is a masterpiece and can be enjoyed if... Read more
Posted on 03 November 2014 SOCIETY -
God Rest the Soul of Brittany Maynard
She ended her own life, as she promised, on Saturday: Brittany Maynard, who became the public face of the controversial right-to-die movement over the last few... Read more
Posted on 03 November 2014 SOCIETY -
“I Don’t Find It Derogatory. It’s a Source of Pride.”
The Washington Post has published a piece that ought to shut down those who find the Redskins name derogatory and offensive: The fans poured into the bleachers... Read more
Posted on 03 November 2014 SOCIETY -
Many of Us Aren't Equipped to Argue with Strident Atheists
And so, we should allow those who are equipped to do so. Fr. Barron is one of those people. Check what follows out. Yes, it's nearly 9 minutes long and yes,... Read more
Posted on 02 November 2014 SOCIETY -
Are You Experiencing Opposition, Even Hatred?
“A man can join any other movement, group, or cult without provoking hostile comment from his neighbors and friends; he can even found some esoteric sun cult... Read more
Posted on 02 November 2014 SOCIETY