Okay, this is very cool! Archaeologists have found remains of the church they believe to be the site where the First Council of Nicaea was held in the years 325.… Read more “Council of Nicaea Church Found”
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Triumph of the Cross
Today, September 14, is the Feast of the Triumph of the Cross. We see Jesus crowned with glory and honor because he suffered death, that through God’s… Read more “Triumph of the Cross”
St. John Chrysostom
Today, September 13, is the Memorial of St. John Chrysostom, Bishop of Constantinople and Father and Doctor of the Church. St. John became Bishop of Constantinople in… Read more “St. John Chrysostom”
Should Catholics Be Angry?
Barbara Underwood, Attorney General of New York, is initiating an investigation of child abuse by Catholic priests of all of the dioceses of the state. Other states,… Read more “Should Catholics Be Angry?”
Pro-Abortion Opponents of Kavanaugh Attempt to Bribe and Bully U. S. Senator
The political divide in the United States has sunk to new lows, as a group of activists in Maine have organized an effort to bribe Sen. Susan… Read more “Pro-Abortion Opponents of Kavanaugh Attempt to Bribe and Bully U. S. Senator”
Prayer for September 11
This was the prayer offered by Pope Benedict XVI on April 20, 2008 during his visit to New York City: O God of love, compassion, and healing,… Read more “Prayer for September 11”
Pray for The Christians of China
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”
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”