The Chinese government has initiated the fiercest crackdown against Christians, Muslim and other religious believers in decades. Christian churches are being closed, bibles are being burned, and Christians… Read more “Pray for The Christians of China”
Author: thoughtsandprayersforthefaithful
Sen. Ben Sasse Gets It Right
Sen. Ben Sasse (R-NE) gives a civics lesson to his fellow senators at the confirmation hearings for Judge Brett Kavanaugh. I’ve never been a big proponent of… Read more “Sen. Ben Sasse Gets It Right”
St. Teresa of Calcutta
Today, September 5, is the Memorial of St. Teresa of Calcutta (Mother Teresa). Here is a lovely reflection from 2010 by then-Fr. Robert Barron (now Bishop Robert… Read more “St. Teresa of Calcutta”
Students Learn About Free Speech
This speech is an excellent summary, in my mind, of what is going on today among many young people, who lack respect for free speech. Throughout our… Read more “Students Learn About Free Speech”
Australian Bishops Reject Laws That Require Priests to Break Confessional Seal
Here is a link to a Reuters story about the Catholic bishops of Australia rejecting the recommendation of an official inquiry and laws already passed in one… Read more “Australian Bishops Reject Laws That Require Priests to Break Confessional Seal”
Bishop Stika on The Hal Show
Bishop Stika of Knoxville was on The Hal Show with Hallerin Hilton Hill addressing the abuse scandal in the Church. Give it a listen. Bishop Stika does… Read more “Bishop Stika on The Hal Show”
Equal Justice Under Law?
In light of the recently published grand jury report on abuse committed by priests in six Pennsylvania dioceses, other attorneys general across the nation are considering launching… Read more “Equal Justice Under Law?”
Beheading of St. John the Baptist
Today, August 29, is the Memorial of the Beheading of St. John the Baptist. “Herod had seized John and bound him and put him in prison, for… Read more “Beheading of St. John the Baptist”
St. Augustine of Hippo
Today, August 28, is the Memorial of St. Augustine of Hippo, Bishop and Doctor of the Church. From the Confessions of St. Augustine: Urged to reflect upon… Read more “St. Augustine of Hippo”
A Nation in Perpetual Mourning?
I’ve been meaning to write about this issue for some time, and I guess the recent controversy over how long the national flag ought to fly at… Read more “A Nation in Perpetual Mourning?”
