Today, we celebrate the Feast of Pentecost, commemorating the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles, bringing the gifts necessary to continue Jesus' mission through his Church. After his resurrection, even though the doors were locked, Jesus stood before them and bade his peace. “As the Father has sent me, so I send you. … Continue reading The Feast of Pentecost
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A New Political Party
On Tuesday, the primary vote results came in, and the candidates endorsed by Donald Trump won their races. A week before the red state of Indiana ousted Republican lawmakers who refused to change their congressional maps, which would match what Democrats are doing in their blue states. Candidates in Indiana endorsed by Trump swept those … Continue reading A New Political Party
Solemnity of the Ascension
Recalling the time when Jesus was taken up to heaven reinforces our belief that where the head of the Body of Christ has gone, we too hope to follow. By taking on our flesh and nature, atoning for our sins, dying and rising, and ascending to heaven, our Jesus has made straight the path for … Continue reading Solemnity of the Ascension
The World Meeting of Popular Movements
The Church in Solidarity with Marxist Organizations Started under Pope Francis, the World Meeting of Popular Movements (WMPO), sponsored by the Vatican, has been held in five locations since 2014 and has continued under Pope Leo XIV. The purpose is to connect the Vatican with grassroots organizations to supposedly address the “economy of exclusion and … Continue reading The World Meeting of Popular Movements
Synodical Ignorance- Part Two
Last week, we began our analysis of Synodal Working Paper 9, which promotes deeper discussion and normalization of same-sex relationships. Throughout the history and tradition of Catholicism, these relationships have been understood as outside the moral norm.Having to combat resistance to teaching and tradition, the group consciously changed the terms, making previously off-the-table issues open … Continue reading Synodical Ignorance- Part Two
I Will Not Leave You Orphaned
Sixth Sunday of Easter-A Anticipating the Feast of the Ascension, this weekend's Gospel reading focuses on Jesus’ return to his Father in heaven. He reiterates to his disciples that keeping the commandments is akin to loving him. Then, he says something strange. He tells them he will not leave them, orphans. The traditional understanding of … Continue reading I Will Not Leave You Orphaned
Synodal Ignorance
Analysis of Methodology- Part 1 Catholics should be interested in the ongoing Synod started by the late Pope Francis. Under Pope Leo, the march towards confusion continues without a slowdown. Pope Francis emphasized the necessity of synodality in the Church. It is designed to draw bishops, religious orders, and local Catholics to consult and discern … Continue reading Synodal Ignorance
Evil not Sick
The country is in a frightening place these days. This past Saturday evening, another attempt occured on the President’s life during the alleged bipartisan White House Correspondence Dinner in Washington, D.C. What has become an all too familiar story, the narrative pronounces the assailant as a “sick” person. Even Trump used the euphemism, probably without … Continue reading Evil not Sick
Hearing the Voice of the Shepherd
Fourth Sunday of Easter-A [The Shepherd] “walks ahead of them, and the sheep follow him, because they recognize his voice. But they will not follow a stranger; they will run away from him, because they do not recognize the voice of strangers." There is something boundless about the Voice. The Voice was there at the … Continue reading Hearing the Voice of the Shepherd
Did Pope Leo Blink?
You have to admit it, we do live in very interesting times. Last week, there was a major online feud going on between President Donald Trump and Pope Leo XIV. It all started on Palm Sunday when Leo said the following during his homily: “Brothers and sisters, this is our God: Jesus, King of Peace, … Continue reading Did Pope Leo Blink?