Wednesday, March 16, 2011
Tuesday, March 15, 2011
Nuclear Reactor Meltdown - What is it?
NYTimes has a nice graphic depicting the workings of a nuclear reactor and what happens in a meltdown.
The operating reactors at Fukushima Daiichi power station automatically shut down during the earthquake.
But after subsequent cooling failures, two of them went into partial meltdown.
The operating reactors at Fukushima Daiichi power station automatically shut down during the earthquake.
But after subsequent cooling failures, two of them went into partial meltdown.
Baby Joseph getting Treatment in U.S.
Baby Joseph's second chance
The baby who was hours from being pulled off life support at his Canadian hospital has been rescued by the national director of Priests for Life and taken to the U.S. for treatment.
Thirteen-month-old Joseph Maraachli, who is currently kept alive by a respirator and was recently denied a transfer to a Michigan hospital to undergo a tracheotomy, arrived in the U.S. early Monday morning with Fr. Frank Pavone and other Priests for Life staff.
Sunday, March 13, 2011
Earthquakes and Disaster ...are you prepared
Patrick Madrid has a 'heads-up' post on "are you prepared?"
Is today’s Japan quake a harbinger of worse to come?
Like the rest of world, I am horrified by the the damage and death being reported in Japan after today’s mega-quake which devastated the central island of Honshu. And I join countless others around the world who are praying for the Japanese people in an especially fervent way. Who knows what will happen next? Hopefully, the worst is behind them, but it’s quite possible that more quakes will rock Japan and other seismically active areas of the earth, including likely areas in the U.S. such as California and the St. Louis/New Madrid quake zone, etc. The Lord’s words, “Watch and pray,” are reverberating in my mind right now.Japan
Quake, Flood, Nuclear power plant disaster, I have some major worries about the people of Japan.
Just looking at the posted videos and various news articles...well I sure the many have the same feelings.
Kind of makes you think about what would happen here n L.A.
Major Prayers for Japan.
Just looking at the posted videos and various news articles...well I sure the many have the same feelings.
Kind of makes you think about what would happen here n L.A.
Major Prayers for Japan.
Chief Cabinet Secretary Yukio Edano said Sunday that radiation at the nuclear power plant in Fukushima briefly rose above legal limits, but it has since declined significantly.
Being Pastoral or Faithful
A wonderful blog post by both Peters and Fr Z.
Lot's going on in our parish... and I think this is the basis to the problems there.
Being pastoral or being faithful. The good pastor at our parish, and I repeat, a good pastor has former and not the latter.
Which poses the dilemma how do I as a layman approach him on the subject
...more on this in later post.
Meanwhile an excellent article
But first, I ask rhetorically… how many times have I railed against the false dichotomy liberals assert between being “pastoral” and … well… faithful?
Lot's going on in our parish... and I think this is the basis to the problems there.
Being pastoral or being faithful. The good pastor at our parish, and I repeat, a good pastor has former and not the latter.
Which poses the dilemma how do I as a layman approach him on the subject
...more on this in later post.
Meanwhile an excellent article
Dr. Peters on being “pastoral” v. being faithful
The great Ed Peters, Canonman, has offered on his blog In the Light of the Law some observations about the discussion of c. 915 and the Governor of New York.But first, I ask rhetorically… how many times have I railed against the false dichotomy liberals assert between being “pastoral” and … well… faithful?
Saturday, March 12, 2011
Fr. Barron - Anti-Catholicism
Father Barron has another terrific video, this one on Anti-Catholicism.
Monday, February 28, 2011
The Union Protest - Violence and the Hypocrisy
Looking at some of the latest news clips on the net as well as cable news, it seems that the violence level has taken a negative step up.
I don't understand why with all the claims of those that have a progressive agenda, that violence and 'name calling' and negative posters (eg. ...so and so is like Hitler) has no place in a protest or debates and discussion all of a sudden (maybe not so all of a sudden) now are on the leading edge of the negativeness.
The Hypocrisy
Here's some examples:
I don't understand why with all the claims of those that have a progressive agenda, that violence and 'name calling' and negative posters (eg. ...so and so is like Hitler) has no place in a protest or debates and discussion all of a sudden (maybe not so all of a sudden) now are on the leading edge of the negativeness.
The Hypocrisy
Here's some examples:
Sunday, February 27, 2011
ABC New TV Show "Good Christian B**ches"...Anti Christian
What is ABC thinking?
Do the executives at ABC think that this will go on without offending Christians?
Shameful ABC. Now I know why I don't watch regular local TV channel shows anymore. Nothing worth watching.
Hollywood Reporter says:
Do the executives at ABC think that this will go on without offending Christians?
Shameful ABC. Now I know why I don't watch regular local TV channel shows anymore. Nothing worth watching.
Hollywood Reporter says:
Jennifer Aspen has been cast in ABC’s "Good Christian Bitches" pilot.
The dramedy, from Sex and the City executive producer Darren Star and based on Kim Gatlin’s book, follows a woman who moves back to her Dallas neighborhood after a divorce only to become the center of salacious gossip from the community’s church-going wives.
Saturday, February 26, 2011
President Obama,the Enemy of the Cahtolic Church? - Fr. Z Responds
The Catholic Herald (UK) has an opinion article entitled 'Why Barack Obama has to be seen as the Enemy of the Catholic Church'.
While I personally agree with most of the points of view in this article, I prefer to word my opinion as 'Barack Obama's polices and many of his views are Anti-Catholic'. I tend to leave the judgment of Barack Obama to God. Only He knows Obama's heart.
Here, Fr Z gives his response to the article.
From William Oddie of the UK’s best Catholic weekly, the Catholic Herald comes this strong opinion piece about the President of the United States. I generally dismiss transatlantic views of any POTUS. This commentary, however, caught my attention because it concerns the President and the Catholic Church. He also quotes at length from Archbp. Nienstedt of St. Paul and Minneapolis, my native place.
While I personally agree with most of the points of view in this article, I prefer to word my opinion as 'Barack Obama's polices and many of his views are Anti-Catholic'. I tend to leave the judgment of Barack Obama to God. Only He knows Obama's heart.
Here, Fr Z gives his response to the article.
From William Oddie of the UK’s best Catholic weekly, the Catholic Herald comes this strong opinion piece about the President of the United States. I generally dismiss transatlantic views of any POTUS. This commentary, however, caught my attention because it concerns the President and the Catholic Church. He also quotes at length from Archbp. Nienstedt of St. Paul and Minneapolis, my native place.
The Monks of Tibhirine
The wife brought this story to my attention; The Monks of Tibhirine
The movie for the 2003 story is scheduled to be released in a couple of weeks in the States. A definite must see movie. I'm actually looking forward to getting the book.
Here's a quick synopsis:
Few Americans heard about it, but the story gripped Europe (and especially France) during the summer of 1996: The mysterious kidnapping and murder of seven Trappist monks living in the Algerian village of Tibhirine at their monastery of Notre-Dame de l'Atlas. John W. Kiser III tells their story, or at least what parts of it can be known; much of what happened to them remains unclear, including the motives of their captors. Parts of The Monks of Tibhirine are grim, but this is an unavoidable fact of the case. The monks' bodies, for instance, never have been found--except for their heads. Kiser describes the scene: "The monks' desiccated faces, hollow eye sockets, and exposed teeth made them look like mummies." (Apparently they had been buried, then disinterred.) Readers looking for a nonfiction thriller won't find it on these pages, however. Much of the book is a history of monks living in Algeria, and much of the rest chronicles the good relationships the seven doomed monks shared with their Muslim neighbors. Their devotion to both their faith and their neighbors is inspiring; the way they died is abhorrent. --John Miller --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
The movie for the 2003 story is scheduled to be released in a couple of weeks in the States. A definite must see movie. I'm actually looking forward to getting the book.
Here's a quick synopsis:
Few Americans heard about it, but the story gripped Europe (and especially France) during the summer of 1996: The mysterious kidnapping and murder of seven Trappist monks living in the Algerian village of Tibhirine at their monastery of Notre-Dame de l'Atlas. John W. Kiser III tells their story, or at least what parts of it can be known; much of what happened to them remains unclear, including the motives of their captors. Parts of The Monks of Tibhirine are grim, but this is an unavoidable fact of the case. The monks' bodies, for instance, never have been found--except for their heads. Kiser describes the scene: "The monks' desiccated faces, hollow eye sockets, and exposed teeth made them look like mummies." (Apparently they had been buried, then disinterred.) Readers looking for a nonfiction thriller won't find it on these pages, however. Much of the book is a history of monks living in Algeria, and much of the rest chronicles the good relationships the seven doomed monks shared with their Muslim neighbors. Their devotion to both their faith and their neighbors is inspiring; the way they died is abhorrent. --John Miller --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Megan Kelly Exposes the True Character of the Milwaukee Teachers Union President
This made me sick watching it. As a parent to know the control these Union Bosses have. The ability to look right into the camera and be so evasive, with a straight face portray their efforts as some sort of salvation. Never mind the shambles the school systems is, the low test scores. Never mind the fake doctors notes. One wonders how the teachers can tell their students "Don't cheat in school" yet have doctors lie for them. Maybe having fake doctor notes for kids skipping school is okay as well.
Yes this is in Wisconsin yet it's echoed across the other States of the Republic.
Wisconsin Union President (Video)
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To get to the bottom of the matter, Kelly spoke with Mike Langyel, the president of the Milwaukee Wisconsin Teachers Union. She began the interview by asking Langyel whether he condoned union members lying about their health issues so that they could take days off without losing their jobs, to which he responded, multiple times, by talking instead about Wisconsin governor Scott Walker.
Yes this is in Wisconsin yet it's echoed across the other States of the Republic.
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To get to the bottom of the matter, Kelly spoke with Mike Langyel, the president of the Milwaukee Wisconsin Teachers Union. She began the interview by asking Langyel whether he condoned union members lying about their health issues so that they could take days off without losing their jobs, to which he responded, multiple times, by talking instead about Wisconsin governor Scott Walker.
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
New Translation
The New Translation has a number of changes that I'm still learning about.
Here's one of the changes.
Gloria in Excelsis Deo
Here's one of the changes.
Gloria in Excelsis Deo
Perhaps the part of the Mass Ordinary that will undergo the most change in the new translation is the Gloria. However, because the Gloria is not said on Sundays during Advent, we will not hear the new version until December 8, the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception. Fortunately for us, this is also one of the richest texts of the Mass both in the translation from the Latin but also in its historical and Scriptural roots. Therefore, there is much to discuss.
Who Says 50 is Too Old
A cool story...and the 220 mph roadster, called the BMW Cocoon isn't that bad also.BMW plant where all workers are over 50
I was drinking in the notion that, according to the Global Status Report on Health and Alcohol, Germany is the 22nd most inebriated country in world (the U.S. came in a pathetically puritan 57th), when I discovered some fine and sober German ingenuity.
BMW, the folks who make cars for the highly self-aware, has just opened a factory where, aside from Watson's distant uncles, all the employees are aged over 50.
Monday, February 21, 2011
CatholicVote Posts on Wisconsin Standoff
This post from American Papist on Wisconsin Standoff
So if you promise to continue keeping the positive pressure on our elected officials here in DC, I will feel free to take a few moments to talk about the important developments happening in Wisconsin. I believe it’s important we understand what is going on from the outset.
Also from American Thinker
In Wisconsin, a preview of moral battles to come, and why we need all hands on deck
I don’t want this post to get us distracted from the important debates and votes happening in DC today, which aim to defund Planned Parenthood and walk back a host of other threats to the unborn and our national fiscal solvency.
by So if you promise to continue keeping the positive pressure on our elected officials here in DC, I will feel free to take a few moments to talk about the important developments happening in Wisconsin. I believe it’s important we understand what is going on from the outset.
Also from American Thinker
The evolving legislative crisis in Wisconsin has illuminated the political symbiosis of the Democrat Party and Big Labor. Not just the public sector unions, but all unions acting in concert to dominate the political fortunes of Democrats.
Richard Trumka, the head of the AFL-CIO, graced Madison, Wisconsin with his presence. Trumka, who rose from being a miner and active member in the UMW union in Pennsylvania to becoming head of the largest labor organization in the country in 1995, has a history of being confrontational. In front of a crowd of some 25,000 union supporters, he supplied a remarkably accurate dramatization of Vladimir Lenin railing against the "fat cats" and "corporations." Trumka apparently views them as the sole motivating force behind the attempt of Governor Walker and the Republican majorities in the state's Assembly and Senate to balance their state's budget.
Another from American Spectator
The War in Wisconsin
Wisconsin's State Senate Democrats fled the state on Thursday rather than going to work where their presence would have allowed a vote on state budget cuts and controversial rollbacks of public sector union collective bargaining rights in the state that has had them longer than any other. It's not the budget vote precisely that they're avoiding but rather a provision that would essentially strip teachers unions of collective bargaining rights, something no public sector employee should have anyway.
Another from American Spectator
The War in Wisconsin
Wisconsin's State Senate Democrats fled the state on Thursday rather than going to work where their presence would have allowed a vote on state budget cuts and controversial rollbacks of public sector union collective bargaining rights in the state that has had them longer than any other. It's not the budget vote precisely that they're avoiding but rather a provision that would essentially strip teachers unions of collective bargaining rights, something no public sector employee should have anyway.
Sunday, February 20, 2011
Catholic iPhone Apps
I was kind of curious as to what kind of Catholic Apps are out there. I don't own an iPhone or an Android, (I'd love to get an iPad) phone. My life is rather simple and well I'm trying to keep my budget in check. I hear that the 'data package' to get access to some of this content is expensive....that is the apps are inexpensive but access to the internet via your device can run up your regular phone bill $30.00 plus.
Anyway, it's a temptation I'm trying to keep in check. Tech stuff and books are my weaknesses.
I do believe that some of these apps can be beneficial and like I said earlier I wanted to find out whats out there.
So here's just one source I've found. I'll post on some of my other findings in the future.
Let me know what you think...If anyone has any suggestions please leave me a comment with a link
thanks
Catholic iPhone.com
Parents and Teachers of Wisconsin
Fake Doctors notes, transporting students to the protest rallies that the students themselves don't know understand.
Teachers not helping themselves with crudely offensive signs and fake doctors' notes
Some Wisconsin parents must be frantically trying to figure out what their options are after seeing the nasty underbelly of their state's "educational system" this week. It's going to be hard for some of them to hand their children over when the teachers decide to get back to work. I couldn't do it.
Fr Barron Comments on the Confession iPhone App
When was the last time you went to confession? Do you go with any frequency?
I make it a point to go about once a month and I truly feel it's a wonderful sacrament.
I read about this new iPhone App and the confusion the media imposed in the public.
Father Barron has a good video on the topic.
I make it a point to go about once a month and I truly feel it's a wonderful sacrament.
I read about this new iPhone App and the confusion the media imposed in the public.
Father Barron has a good video on the topic.
New Book: Jesus and the Jewish Roots of the Eucharist
This looks like a great book by Brant Pitre 'Jesus and the Jewish Roots of the Eucharist'Brant Pitre blogs at Sacred Page
Movie: Of Gods and Men
This looks like a good movie. I know it came out at the end of last year in Europe. I don't remember it in theaters locally.
But I'd like to watch it.
But I'd like to watch it.
Planned Parenthood Defunded
In my belief this is great news. Planned Parenthood should not get another dollar from me.
House votes to defund Planned Parenthood.
The vote was 240-185 with 11 Democrats voting for the amendment, and seven Republicans voting against. One member voted present. A group of Republicans on the floor applauded when the vote hit 218.
Along with this historic vote comes some discussion on the actions of Live Action that some say paved the way to this vote.
Live Actions and Telling Falsehoods
Live Action recently released a video that included two of its members posing as a pimp and prostitute during a visit to a local Planned Parenthood clinic. Very much like in a police sting operation, Live Action taped the encounters without the permission of its target. In the video, Live Action’s “pimp” and “prostitute” make several inquiries that provide opportunities for the PP worker to commit or not report several crimes.
Why Live Action Did Right and Why We Should All Know That
When I talk about abortion, I often surprise most of my audience, even some prolifers, by saying that not only is abortion always evil but that it is not a “complex issue,” that deep down we all know that it is evil; that Mother Teresa is very clearly right when she says “If abortion isn’t wrong, nothing is wrong.”
House votes to defund Planned Parenthood.
The vote was 240-185 with 11 Democrats voting for the amendment, and seven Republicans voting against. One member voted present. A group of Republicans on the floor applauded when the vote hit 218.
Along with this historic vote comes some discussion on the actions of Live Action that some say paved the way to this vote.
Live Actions and Telling Falsehoods
Live Action recently released a video that included two of its members posing as a pimp and prostitute during a visit to a local Planned Parenthood clinic. Very much like in a police sting operation, Live Action taped the encounters without the permission of its target. In the video, Live Action’s “pimp” and “prostitute” make several inquiries that provide opportunities for the PP worker to commit or not report several crimes.
Why Live Action Did Right and Why We Should All Know That
When I talk about abortion, I often surprise most of my audience, even some prolifers, by saying that not only is abortion always evil but that it is not a “complex issue,” that deep down we all know that it is evil; that Mother Teresa is very clearly right when she says “If abortion isn’t wrong, nothing is wrong.”
Friday, February 18, 2011
More Wisconin News
Creative Minority Report has a link to a blog with lot's of links to this story. Understanding the issue and it's repercussions is a must .
Union madness in Wisconsin
As four game wardens awkwardly stood guard, protesters, scores deep, crushed into a corridor leading to the governor’s office here on Wednesday, their screams echoing through the Capitol: “Come out, come out, wherever you are!”
Behind closed doors, Scott Walker, the Republican who has been governor for about six weeks, calmly described his intent to forge ahead with the plans that had set off the uprising: He wants to require public workers to pay more for their health insurance and pensions, effectively cutting the take-home pay of many by around 7 percent...
But the mobs, er, I mean public servants feel entitled and don't mind using intimidation to hold on to their goodies
Union madness in Wisconsin
As four game wardens awkwardly stood guard, protesters, scores deep, crushed into a corridor leading to the governor’s office here on Wednesday, their screams echoing through the Capitol: “Come out, come out, wherever you are!”
Behind closed doors, Scott Walker, the Republican who has been governor for about six weeks, calmly described his intent to forge ahead with the plans that had set off the uprising: He wants to require public workers to pay more for their health insurance and pensions, effectively cutting the take-home pay of many by around 7 percent...
But the mobs, er, I mean public servants feel entitled and don't mind using intimidation to hold on to their goodies
ICUC/PICO Community Organizing
Recently a good friend pointed out a Sunday Bulletin entry that I hadn't noticed.
The notice announced the participation of the Church Youth Group with the ICU/PICO organization. A few days into the week and I was receiving concerned email from from fellow parishioners saying that his organization was not a good one.
I'm not familiar with the Inland Congregation of United for Change but I'm told that this is an Alinskyian style organization.
So... I need your help finding out anything about this group.
I've opened a 'Thread" at Catholic Answers forum. Please post any information here in the comments section or at the Catholic Answer link: ICUC/PICO Organization
The notice announced the participation of the Church Youth Group with the ICU/PICO organization. A few days into the week and I was receiving concerned email from from fellow parishioners saying that his organization was not a good one.
I'm not familiar with the Inland Congregation of United for Change but I'm told that this is an Alinskyian style organization.
So... I need your help finding out anything about this group.
I've opened a 'Thread" at Catholic Answers forum. Please post any information here in the comments section or at the Catholic Answer link: ICUC/PICO Organization
Somethng 'Stinks' in Wisconsin...and it ain't Cheese
The Union 'Give Me' crew is at it strong today in Wisconsin. It's an ugly situation there and I only feel that it's going to spread.
From what I understand, it's a situation where the unions are going to have to pay a little of their own money into their own Pensions and health care instead of the rest of the State flipping the bill for the whole thing. Wisconsin is 3 Billion in debit and that's not the hole we have here in California...and that's why I think this thing is a tender box that's going to spread.
Once on the dole it's hard to kick the habit. Getting something for free at someone else expense seems to be the 'in thing' to do now a days.
These politicians in this video should be a shamed of themselves.
Not good...
thanks Mediaite
From what I understand, it's a situation where the unions are going to have to pay a little of their own money into their own Pensions and health care instead of the rest of the State flipping the bill for the whole thing. Wisconsin is 3 Billion in debit and that's not the hole we have here in California...and that's why I think this thing is a tender box that's going to spread.
Once on the dole it's hard to kick the habit. Getting something for free at someone else expense seems to be the 'in thing' to do now a days.
These politicians in this video should be a shamed of themselves.
Not good...
thanks Mediaite
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Prayer: Hail Mary
Taylor Marshall of Canterbury Tales Blog has a great post on how the Hail Mary prayer came to be.
Thanks Taylor, knew the first have of the origin... not the second half.
Hail Mary:
The Hail Mary prayer derives from two verses in Saint Luke's Gospel: "Hail, full of grace, the Lord is with thee" (Luke 1 28: Χαῖρε, κεχαριτωμένη, ὁ Κύριος μετὰ σοῦ), and "Blessed art thou amongst women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb" (Luke 1:42: Εὐλογημένη σὺ ἐν γυναιξὶν καὶ εὐλογημένος ὁ καρπὸς τῆς κοιλίας σου).
Thanks Taylor, knew the first have of the origin... not the second half.
Hail Mary:
The Hail Mary prayer derives from two verses in Saint Luke's Gospel: "Hail, full of grace, the Lord is with thee" (Luke 1 28: Χαῖρε, κεχαριτωμένη, ὁ Κύριος μετὰ σοῦ), and "Blessed art thou amongst women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb" (Luke 1:42: Εὐλογημένη σὺ ἐν γυναιξὶν καὶ εὐλογημένος ὁ καρπὸς τῆς κοιλίας σου).
A Faith So Deep... Said Musa
This post brakes my heart, and partly ashamed of some of the things I complain about regarding defending my faith.
Read the post and offer up prayers for Said Musa
I Am In Awe of Such Faith
In Afghanistan Christian and father of six, is imprisoned and scheduled to die. His crime? He believes Christ is his Savior. And he is scheduled to die because of it. No defense lawyer will take his case for fear of retribution. And he has been told that if he renounces Christ things would go easier. But he doesn’t. He won’t.
Read the post and offer up prayers for Said Musa
I Am In Awe of Such Faith
In Afghanistan Christian and father of six, is imprisoned and scheduled to die. His crime? He believes Christ is his Savior. And he is scheduled to die because of it. No defense lawyer will take his case for fear of retribution. And he has been told that if he renounces Christ things would go easier. But he doesn’t. He won’t.
Weapons of Mass Effect...In San Diego?
Found this video on Creative Minority Report who found it at Flopping Aces. This is a disturbing revelation that one doesn't think about too much during the our daily lives....but we should.
Does this Scare You?
Check out this video from Flopping Aces. It seems to me that this guy was speaking truth and then his superior off camera put the brakes on in a hurry.
Does this Scare You?
Check out this video from Flopping Aces. It seems to me that this guy was speaking truth and then his superior off camera put the brakes on in a hurry.
Sunday, February 13, 2011
Catholic Pelosi ... Champion of the Abortion Supporter
Another sad instance of Pelosi supporting the abortion evil. Very sad indeed for one who claim to be a good Catholic. Seems that she is gathering the forces to do battle against Republican attempts to reverse the abortion course the Obama administration has set the nation on.
She is hitting the blogosphere to rally her pro-choice allies, even some Catholics fooled into thinking that this administration is on the side of the unborn.
Thomas Peters has the post.
She is hitting the blogosphere to rally her pro-choice allies, even some Catholics fooled into thinking that this administration is on the side of the unborn.
Thomas Peters has the post.
Pelosi calls for scorched-earth war against Bishops, Catholics, GOP, Pro-Life
In a strategy call with pro-abort bloggers yesterday, she rallied her troops to oppose pro-life bills that have been introduced in the House of Representatives:
Thursday, February 10, 2011
New JPII Website
Zenit new agency has a post on the Rome Diocese launching of a JPII website dedicated to the May 1 Beatification event.
Named Ioannes Paulus P.P. II, the site will gather information on the beatification of the Pope, and make it available in six languages: English, Spanish, French, Polish, Italian and Romanian.
Rome Diocese Launches John Paul II Web Page
Named Ioannes Paulus P.P. II, the site will gather information on the beatification of the Pope, and make it available in six languages: English, Spanish, French, Polish, Italian and Romanian.
B16 and the Catholic Blogosphere - Tone It Down
A good friend of mine forwarded me an article this morning. The subject being a claimed direction of Pope Benedict to conservative Catholic bloggers to 'tone it down' .
Did he really say that, I don't know I haven't the actual speech yet. One thing I did notice was that the article was written by an ex-Communications Director of Catholic Alliance for the Common Good, a very liberal organization. Liberal as in woman priest, gay marriage etc...
Also the AP is the one reporting this, hardly an objective observer of thing Catholic.
Anyway, here's the article. There will be more this later on the blogosphere.
Did he really say that, I don't know I haven't the actual speech yet. One thing I did notice was that the article was written by an ex-Communications Director of Catholic Alliance for the Common Good, a very liberal organization. Liberal as in woman priest, gay marriage etc...
Also the AP is the one reporting this, hardly an objective observer of thing Catholic.
Anyway, here's the article. There will be more this later on the blogosphere.
Vatican to Conservative Bloggers: Tone it Down, Please!
Benedict didn't name names, but the head of the Vatican's social communications office, Archbishop Claudio Celli, said it was certainly correct to direct the pope's exhortation to some conservative Catholic blogs, YouTube channels and sites which, with some vehemence, criticize bishops, public officials and policies they consider not Catholic enough."The risk is there, there's no doubt," Celli said in response to a question.
Original AP article:
Pope to Catholics online: It's not just about hits
Pope Benedict XVI told Catholic bloggers and Facebook and YouTube users Monday to be respectful of others when spreading the Gospel online and not to see their ultimate goal as getting as many online hits as possible.
Echoing concerns in the U.S. about the need to root out online vitriol, Benedict called for the faithful to adopt a "Christian style presence" online that is responsible, honest and discreet.New Layout - WestCoastCatholic
As you can tell I'm experimenting with the look of the website. Thought it was time for a change.
I'm not really satisfied yet with it. I'm not sure if I want a background picture or just a banner picture.
Don't know, it's a work in progress. I dont' want it too gaudy, but it needed a little punch.
Please feel free to give any suggestions.
I'm not really satisfied yet with it. I'm not sure if I want a background picture or just a banner picture.
Don't know, it's a work in progress. I dont' want it too gaudy, but it needed a little punch.
Please feel free to give any suggestions.
Wednesday, February 09, 2011
Mr. Cutie at it again....Oh boy
Carl Olsen has a good post addressing Mr. Cutie's latest comments on Catholic Extremist and Muslim Radicals as he posts on the Huffingtonpost blog
Ahh, okay.
Ahh, okay.
Alberto Cutie compares "Roman Catholic extremists" to "Muslim radicals"
...and Jimmy Akin follows up with addressing "secret document" of the Vatican as Mr. Cutie puts it.
Pope Questions Celibacy?
Featured Website: The Pulp.It
Great Catholic website I found the other day. It has lot's of links to other Catholic news sites and personal blogs.
And lots and lots of good articles.
Check it out. Updated twice a day.
The Pulp.It - A Digest of the Best Punditry in the Blogosphere
And lots and lots of good articles.
Check it out. Updated twice a day.
The Pulp.It - A Digest of the Best Punditry in the Blogosphere
Saturday, February 05, 2011
Unemployment: 9.0% or 9.9%?
So what is the truth?
We all want the economy to turn around. Many have been out of work for quite a time including some family members of mine.
So having the unemployment rate go down would be a wonderful thing.
However if we are just being told that the numbers are going down when they are really not, well that would be absolutely outrageous.
Why would I think that, well there are many other instances of being told one thing and reality being another.
We all want the economy to turn around. Many have been out of work for quite a time including some family members of mine.
So having the unemployment rate go down would be a wonderful thing.
However if we are just being told that the numbers are going down when they are really not, well that would be absolutely outrageous.
Why would I think that, well there are many other instances of being told one thing and reality being another.
Gallup Daily: U.S. Employment
Gallup's U.S. employment measures report the percentage of U.S. adults in the workforce, ages 18 and older, who are underemployed and unemployed, without seasonal adjustment. "Underemployed" respondents are employed part time, but want to work full time, or they are unemployed. "Unemployed" respondents are those within the underemployed group who are not employed, even for one hour a week, but are available and looking for work. Results for each 30-day rolling average are based on telephone interviews with approximately 30,000 adults. Because results are not seasonally adjusted, they are not directly comparable to numbers reported by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, which are based on workers 16 and older. Margin of error is ± 0.7 percentage points.
The Bride of Christ battles the Old Gray Lady
The Secular media is always in battle with the Holy Catholic Church, the Bride of Christ. However the New York Times seems to take it under her belt to take advantage of every opportunity to slant the news against the Church.
Case in point...
Case in point...
I have often written that the reason some folks persist in calling themselves Catholic is to be ready when reporters from the New York Times come to call. Sometimes I think that the Old Gray Lady might someday be the catalyst for many conversions to the faith, should serious thinkers ever meditate on just why the Church is so often in her crosshairs.
Monday, January 31, 2011
Egyptian Museum a Casualty of the Egypt Chaos
The lose of life in Egypt's Chaos is tragic. Now there is another lose, items at the famed Cairo Museum. King Tut's artifacts have been destroyed by looters.
Egyptian Museum Threatened: Ancient Artifacts, King Tut's Treasures To Be Lost?
With an estimated 120,000 artifacts in its collection, the museum is arguably one of the world's most impressive destinations for Egyptologists and tourists alike. Though the museum lacks the polish of the British Museum or New York's Metropolitan Museum of Art, the quality and breadth of its artifacts are second to none.
Thanks 'Sacred Page Blog
Fr. Cutie New Fox Channel Show.....Nauseating!
I blogged recently about Ex-Catholic priest Fr. Cutie new book of excuses.
It seems this has earned him a crack at the TV lime light on a proposed Fox Channel Self-help show.
What kind of help...I can't even imagine.
As for Fox...Strike One!
It seems this has earned him a crack at the TV lime light on a proposed Fox Channel Self-help show.
What kind of help...I can't even imagine.
As for Fox...Strike One!
Fr. Cutie: Fallen Priest Gets Own Show . . . on FOX!
A former Roman Catholic priest who left the church to marry his girlfriend after the two were photographed embracing on a South Florida beach is getting a new TV show.
Sunday, January 30, 2011
The Anglicans are Coming
The stage is set, the line is about to be crossed. Hundreds of Anglicans are ready to enter the Catholic Church over differences within their Anglican Church.
We will pray for those making this transition.
Welcome fellow Catholics...
We will pray for those making this transition.
Welcome fellow Catholics...
Hundreds of disillusioned Anglicans are expected to defect to the Roman Catholic Church in time for Lent.
It follows a campaign by Father Keith Newton to leave the Church of England in protest at its stance on the ordination of women and gay clergy.
Saturday, January 29, 2011
The Labyrinth - The Days After
The wife and I had an amazing evening at the Museum of Tolerance viewing the documentary 'The Labyrinth'.The reception of this film by the Jewish/Christian community that attended was...I don't know...uniting, accepting of both groups who had members from their faith live the tragedy of the Holocaust.
For a Christian/Catholic like myself, the admiration and uplifting of the sacrifice of Fr. Maximilian Kolbe and yet not take away from the 6 million murdered Jews. For the Jewish community, as was pointed out at the 'question and answer' session, it has always been a fear of people 1) forgetting the event, and 2) taking away the focus of the Jewish tragedy. Both seemed to accept each others involvement.
It seemed that both groups came together, not just physically but spiritually, understanding each others need to identify with the Holocaust.
This documentary is being shown around the United States and also Tel Aviv. Try to make one of these showings. You will not be disappointed.
Thursday, January 27, 2011
The True Church
Find the true church of Jesus Christ and everything else, all the other questions are answered.
I found this on the web kind of by accident. A treasure...enjoy
The Primitive Church and the See of Peter By Luke Rivington
Who was Luke Rivington?
I found this on the web kind of by accident. A treasure...enjoy
The Primitive Church and the See of Peter By Luke Rivington
Who was Luke Rivington?
400 Thousand in DC - For Life
Abortion number continue to accumulate...a life with potential, not a potential life.
This program is from RealCatholicTV.com
This program is from RealCatholicTV.com
Rome Reports: St Joan of Arc
Pope Benedict at the General audience used Joan of Arc as an example to politicians.
Evil 1928
Read this story at CMR. Just finished Matt Baglio's book 'The Rite'.
This one incident happened in Iowa in 1928...
If you plan on seeing the movie 'The Rite' which opens this weekend, please consider reading the book first.
This one incident happened in Iowa in 1928...
If you plan on seeing the movie 'The Rite' which opens this weekend, please consider reading the book first.
On December 23rd, Emma broke her grips and stood up. Father Theophilus blessed her, shouting: "Depart, ye fiends of Hell! Begone, Satan, the Lion of Judah reigns!" Voices responded: "Beelzebub . . . Judas . . . Jacob . . . Mina . . . Hell . . . Hell . . . Hell!" As they faded, Emma opened her eyes. Her first words were, "Praised be Jesus Christ!" The entire company of priests and nuns broke down in tears.
State of the Union...NOT!
I planned to blog about yesterday's State of the Union but there's so much blogging on it I thought I would skip the nonsense and give something more true and more remarkable.
From the master himself. Classical Gas - Mason Williams
From the master himself. Classical Gas - Mason Williams
Tuesday, January 25, 2011
The Tear....more evidence...41% more
Another example of the 'tear in society'.
Fr. Barron brings to light the 41% more evidence
Remember that the first act that Obama performed as President of the United States was to re-establish funding for abortions in the international arena
...and now he, President Obama lets everyone know that he hasn't changed his mind. Two more years of full support for Roe vs. Wade.
Fr. Barron brings to light the 41% more evidence
Remember that the first act that Obama performed as President of the United States was to re-establish funding for abortions in the international arena
...and now he, President Obama lets everyone know that he hasn't changed his mind. Two more years of full support for Roe vs. Wade.
Obama celebrates Roe v. Wade on 38th anniversary
President Obama echoed his support for abortion rights today, the 38th anniversary of the Supreme Court's pro-choice decision in Roe v. Wade.
Followup: Pope Benedict and Marriage
Insight Scoop's Carl Olsen has a post on Pope Benedict speech on marriage.
This morning in the Vatican, Benedict XVI received the dean, judges, promoters of justice, defenders of the bond, officials and lawyers of the Tribunal of the Roman Rota, for the occasion of the inauguration of the judicial year.
Benedict XVI: There "is only one marriage ... a real juridical bond between a man and a woman."
Vatican Information Service reports on a strong address given earlier today by Pope Benedict XVI regarding the true nature of marriage:
This morning in the Vatican, Benedict XVI received the dean, judges, promoters of justice, defenders of the bond, officials and lawyers of the Tribunal of the Roman Rota, for the occasion of the inauguration of the judicial year.
In his address the Holy Father examined the juridical aspect of marriage which, he said, "is inherent to the pastoral activity of preparation for and admission to marriage".
A Tear in Societies Civility
I have an uneasy feeling.Fact: in the past 24 hours, 11 police officers have been shot. We hear about it in many places throughout the world, Iran, Iraq, Afghanistan. Some places closer to home, just over the border in Mexico.
Places not just where war is between soldiers, but where civilians and peace officers are the targets.Is this the product of taking God out of the equation in our society.
Let's pray for peace, for God to be with us always.We need to pray for our communities.
Authorities Fear Cops Being Targeted After at Least 11 Officers Shot in 24 Hours
Authorities are worried a recent wave of police officer shootings may not be a coincidence.
In just 24 hours, at least 11 cops were shot around the country.
Monday, January 24, 2011
National Catholic Register & EWTN are One.
The National Catholic Register is under new management. National Catholic Register because of financial troubles almost saw it's last edition come at the end of January.
Miracles happen everyday and this is one Big one. Now National Catholic Register will be able to continue it's orthodox Catholic news coverage.
Please support this recovery of National Catholic Register with a paid subscription..
Change and Continuity
Miracles happen everyday and this is one Big one. Now National Catholic Register will be able to continue it's orthodox Catholic news coverage.
Please support this recovery of National Catholic Register with a paid subscription..
Change and Continuity
The Register’s mission is to promote the New Evangelization, by selecting news at the intersection of faith and culture, analyzing it in light of Church teaching, and presenting it to active Catholics so they can keep up on the emerging secular culture, understand and evaluate it, and so be enabled to engage it.
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Under new ownership and together with our new colleagues at EWTN, the Register’s mission stays the same, her fidelity to the magisterium stays the same, the basic approach to the essentials stays the same, and the “confident Catholicism” that we’ve inherited from John Paul and Benedict stays the same.
Jack LaLanne RIP
I remember watching Jack LaLanne as a young lad. Sad news today is that he died at 96 years young.You'll be missed.
Fitness guru Jack LaLanne dies at 96
American fitness guru Jack LaLanne died Sunday afternoon at his home in Morro Bay, California, according to his long-time agent, Rick Hersh. He was 96
Pope Benedict : Marriage
I don't have the context of the entire speech of Pope Benedict on Saturday, but the message according to this post (see below) was on Marriage.
From what the article says the Pope says more work as to be done in conveying to those that are seeking annulments that a bigger emphasis must be focused on reconciliation between the couple to save the marriage. Also something about Marriage not being a Right.
Like I said, I haven't found the entire content of the speech yet. Surprising to see my usual Catholic blogs haven't commented on it yet.
But here's the post anyway.
Pope: Marriage is not an Absolute Right.
From what the article says the Pope says more work as to be done in conveying to those that are seeking annulments that a bigger emphasis must be focused on reconciliation between the couple to save the marriage. Also something about Marriage not being a Right.
Like I said, I haven't found the entire content of the speech yet. Surprising to see my usual Catholic blogs haven't commented on it yet.
But here's the post anyway.
Pope: Marriage is not an Absolute Right.
Pope Benedict XVI told priests Saturday to do a better job counseling would-be spouses to ensure their marriages last and said no one has an absolute right to a wedding.
Saturday, January 22, 2011
The Religion of Bill O'Reilly - Pin Head or Catholic, You Decide
I've said this before in other posts I've written, that I admire Mr. O'Reilly's abilities in secular political debate, however once again Mr. O has failed in distinguishing between fact and fiction in matters of his Catholic faith and science. He has publicly flown the banner of being a Catholic many times on his show, but sometimes I wonder what depth of knowledge he really has of his faith.
This time it's with the topic of abortion. Seems Mr. O doesn't believe a fetus is a human being and even if science disagrees with his facts and his faith recognizes it as intrinsicly evil, he prefers to ignore both and join with the secular establishment and deny the beginnings of human life.
I'll say it again, I wish Bill O'Reilly do some major study in his faith and science for that matter.So much for the Culture Warrior.
Oh and just for your information Bill, you don't stop being Catholic at the "NO-SPIN-ZONE" studio door.
Pin Head or Catholic, you decide.
On a recent episode of the Fox News show The O’Reilly Factor, commentator and host Bill O’Reilly was challenged by a viewer via e-mail. The viewer was responding to a previous episode in which O’Reilly had criticized MTV’s program No Easy Decision, which followed pregnant young women who were questioning whether or not to abort their children. O’Reilly said of the program, “I favor telling kids that if you get pregnant and you cannot support that baby, that is irresponsible and you may have to kill a potential human being.” Responding to O’Reilly’s choice of terminology, his challenger asked: “A fetus is a human being with potential, not a potential human being! As a Roman Catholic, why do you keep getting this wrong, Bill?”
This time it's with the topic of abortion. Seems Mr. O doesn't believe a fetus is a human being and even if science disagrees with his facts and his faith recognizes it as intrinsicly evil, he prefers to ignore both and join with the secular establishment and deny the beginnings of human life.
I'll say it again, I wish Bill O'Reilly do some major study in his faith and science for that matter.So much for the Culture Warrior.
Oh and just for your information Bill, you don't stop being Catholic at the "NO-SPIN-ZONE" studio door.
Pin Head or Catholic, you decide.
On a recent episode of the Fox News show The O’Reilly Factor, commentator and host Bill O’Reilly was challenged by a viewer via e-mail. The viewer was responding to a previous episode in which O’Reilly had criticized MTV’s program No Easy Decision, which followed pregnant young women who were questioning whether or not to abort their children. O’Reilly said of the program, “I favor telling kids that if you get pregnant and you cannot support that baby, that is irresponsible and you may have to kill a potential human being.” Responding to O’Reilly’s choice of terminology, his challenger asked: “A fetus is a human being with potential, not a potential human being! As a Roman Catholic, why do you keep getting this wrong, Bill?”
Featured Article: Chruch Father's on Transsubstantiation
I've been frequenting the website Called to Communion lately. Just finished reading an article on a dialogue on the protestant claim of 'Sola Scriptura'.Thought I'd share this one I'm reading now.
Visit the website often...lots of good stuff there.
Wednesday, January 19, 2011
THE LABYRINTH: Marian Kolodziej, a Polish Catholic in Auschwitz
There is a documentary being shown at the Museum of Tolerance in Los Angeles on January 27th (7:30pm Thursday evening).Looks very interesting, I plan to see it.
THE LABYRINTH
“Four out of four stars. The Labyrinth is the most powerful film I’ve seen this year. Shocking, mesmerizing, unforgettable!” - Todd David Schwartz, CurveWireA documentary short about Marian Kolodziej, a Polish Catholic who was deported to Auschwitz at age 17 and arrived on one of the first transports. Kolodziej never spoke about his experience until after a stroke when he confronted his memories through art as part of his rehabilitation. The Labyrinth is a journey through his drawings and art installations that now fill the large basement of a church near Auschwitz.
Panel discussion following the screening with:
Rabbi Michael Berenbaum,
Director, Sigi Ziering Institute: Exploring the Ethical and Religious Implications of the Holocaust, American Jewish University, Los Angeles, California
Jason A. Schmidt,
award-winning documentary filmmaker and writer, director, editor and producer of The Labyrinth
Ron Schmidt,
Jesuit Priest, award-winning documentary filmmaker and producer of The Labyrinth
Rt. Rev. Alexei Smith,
Ecumenical and Interreligious Officer of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles since 2000
Rabbi Yitzchok Adlerstein,
Director Interfaith Affairs, Simon Wiesenthal Center
The Labyrinth Trailer from Jason Schmidt on Vimeo.
Tuesday, January 18, 2011
Dr. David Anders - Conversion Story
Called to Communion’s own Dr. David Anders recalls some highlights of his journey into the Catholic Church in this article which appears in a recent ‘Coming Home Network’ newsletter.
Dr. Anders received his Ph.D. from The University of Iowa in 2002, in Reformation History and Historical Theology, having written his dissertation on John Calvin.So how did a Reformed church historian whose emphasis of study was Reformation history find his way into the Catholic Church?
Here's the .pdf: Dr David Anders
JPII: MADE-A-SAINT
That phrase is beginning to get on my nerves. No one can be "MADE A SAINT". There's even on article I read that said Nun repays Pope John Paul II for miracle cure.
Repays? Really?
...Oh and JPII is waiting for that three in a row tick-tack-toe, that hat-trick, triple threat, that third strike, to win the lotto, that Golden Globe and be MADE A SAINT.
So much non-sense.
The Catholic Church by virtue of it's authority and guidance of the Holy Spirit recognizes an individual for their extraordinary saintly life through a process of much scrutiny.
Here's some articles that my clear up some of the ignorance:
Repays? Really?
...Oh and JPII is waiting for that three in a row tick-tack-toe, that hat-trick, triple threat, that third strike, to win the lotto, that Golden Globe and be MADE A SAINT.
So much non-sense.
The Catholic Church by virtue of it's authority and guidance of the Holy Spirit recognizes an individual for their extraordinary saintly life through a process of much scrutiny.
Here's some articles that my clear up some of the ignorance:
Beatification and Canonization
Canonization in the Catholic Church is quite another thing. The Catholic Church canonizes or beatifies only those whose lives have been marked by the exercise of heroic virtue, and only after this has been proved by common repute for sanctity and by conclusive arguments. The chief difference, however, lies in the meaning of the term canonization, the Church seeing in the saints nothing more than friends and servants of God whose holy lives have made them worthy of His special love. She does not pretend to make gods (cf. Eusebius Emisenus, Serm. de S. Rom. M.; Augustine, City of God XXII.10; Cyrill. Alexandr., Contra Jul., lib. VI; Cyprian, De Exhortat. martyr.; Conc. Nic., II, act. 3).
CATHOLIC QUICK QUESTIONS - Canonizaton
When did the custom of canonizing saints start, and is it true that canonizations are infallible?
Here are excerpts from two articles on canonization of saints; they are taken from (1967):
THE CANONIZATION OF SAINTS
(1952)
Golden Globe Awards - Did You Watch It?
Heck no...not me. Just not interested.But the news reports say it was a doosey.
Apparently the host insulted them all...oh my!
The host Ricky Gervais', said some pretty out landish things....oh my!
Including "Thank you to God for making me an atheist."...thats kind of curious
I know that many believe that when someone is in mortal danger they often find God out of desperation. But last night while Ricky Gervais' career as a television host may have been dying a very public and nasty death, the former humorist signed off last night's nationally televised awards show by saying, "Thank you to God for making me an atheist."
Saturday, January 15, 2011
Ex-Catholic Priest Cutie's book of Excuses
Read a little of Albert Cutie's new book. What a waste.A book that says it wasn't his fault for breaking his vows as a Catholic Priest and committing adultery.
Hey, why not. It's the Catholic Church's fault, they should change to permit priest to marry or at the very least, yes, commit adultery.
Don't waste your money buying this book. If you want go to the book store and peruse a couple of chapters or turn on the TV to a really bad Sit-Com or stupid reality show. You'll get the same thing out of it.
MSNBC Hosts Cheating Ex-Catholic Priest Who Bashes Church On-Air
To publicize his new memoir, MSNBC hosted Rev. Albert Cutie on its Friday afternoon news programming. Fr. Cutie is a married priest in the Episcopal Church, having abruptly left the Catholic priesthood in May of 2009 after his secret love affair was made public. Cutie used the segment to criticize the Catholic Church's position on priestly celibacy and homosexuality.
Friday, January 14, 2011
Fr. Barron: (New) True Grit
Fr. Barron's review of the new version of True Grit....I liked it.
Featured Website: Called to Communion
As it's title implies, it's about those who have journeyed home to the Catholic Church.
Please visit: Called to Communion
RiP: David Nelson
I found this out yesterday, David Nelson of Ozzie and Harriet past away on Tuesday. Some may not be old enough to remember him but I do.He never felt he had to compete with his younger more famous brother. He didn't have to. He was quite and confident in who he was. He was the sensibility of the siblings.
He will be missed
Link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WPZZAWiVLjw
Tuesday, January 11, 2011
Arizona Shooter: The Occult
Taylor Marshall of Canterbury Tales points out what was obvious in my mind. The possibility of demonic possession.
I just read this interesting story over at Women of Grace.
Turns out that the Jared Loughner, the Arizona shooter, was not under the influence of Tea Party politics - he was under the influence of Satan:
Turns out that the Jared Loughner, the Arizona shooter, was not under the influence of Tea Party politics - he was under the influence of Satan:
O'Reilly - The No Squish Zone
CMR points out something I've said for a long time. Bill O'Reilly doesn't know his faith, a Catholic he may be. Sometimes O'Reilly seems well in control of his political prowess in the No-Spin-Zone. But when on those occasions he has to defend his Catholic faith the weakness is very evident and sometimes embarrassing.
The No-Spin-Zone becomes a No-Squish-Zone, because that is what is apparent concerning his knowledge of his faith, squishy.
And that's a shame. I honestly hope he takes his faith a little more seriously and do a little more study in the richness of his Catholic faith.
A prayer for Mr. Bill..
I don't watch Bill O'Reilly mainly because (and I know some people will laugh at this) I think he's a squishy.
People often take his loud mouth to mean he's principled. But it's just a loud mouth. I sometimes admire his logic but when it comes to abortion he gets awfully squirrelly. Get a load of this illogical statement as reported by Catholic Online:
The No-Spin-Zone becomes a No-Squish-Zone, because that is what is apparent concerning his knowledge of his faith, squishy.
And that's a shame. I honestly hope he takes his faith a little more seriously and do a little more study in the richness of his Catholic faith.
A prayer for Mr. Bill..
I don't watch Bill O'Reilly mainly because (and I know some people will laugh at this) I think he's a squishy.
People often take his loud mouth to mean he's principled. But it's just a loud mouth. I sometimes admire his logic but when it comes to abortion he gets awfully squirrelly. Get a load of this illogical statement as reported by Catholic Online:
Sunday, January 09, 2011
Prayers for the Arizona Victims
My prayer for the victims and their families will be at Mass today.
Dr. Manny: Giffords Likely Faces Long Road to Recovery From Head Wound in Shooting
Fr. Pacwa Talk with Sister Briege
A great inspirational talk with Fr. Mitch Pacwa and Sister Briege.
Sit back, put your feet up and listen to a wonderful Sister Briege talk about the power of the Sacraments
Insight Scoop has the video so I won't post it here but just supply you with the link.
Insight Scoop is one of my favorite websites..please visit there often
Sister Briege and Fr. Mitch Pacwa
Sit back, put your feet up and listen to a wonderful Sister Briege talk about the power of the Sacraments
Insight Scoop has the video so I won't post it here but just supply you with the link.
Insight Scoop is one of my favorite websites..please visit there often
Sister Briege and Fr. Mitch Pacwa
Friday, January 07, 2011
Update: Discovery Channel Exorcism Series
The news is that it's just a PR stunt.
PR Stunt = They Lied!
Figures....
PR Stunt = They Lied!
Figures....
UPDATE: I should have spared my fingers the trouble of writing most of this – apparently, this is a PR stunt by the Discovery Channel to increase attention to their new series. I’ve seen no official confirmation or proof that they are actually in a “partnership” with the Vatican. What did I write about ratings-hungry producers?
Ted Williams...More of a good Story
I'm glad to see this story continues. Most have seen the voice of Ted (the homeless man) discovered on the interstate.
Now more good news.
Now more good news.
Ted Williams Reunited With Mom After Networks Cause Delays
Thursday, January 06, 2011
Pope B16 and the 'Big Bang'
For some reason this may shock some peoples. The Catholic Church has always been a stalwart, hand in hand with science but as the good Pope Benedict says it is not a means to say there is no God.
God was behind Big Bang, universe no accident: Pope
God's mind was behind complex scientific theories such as the Big Bang, and Christians should reject the idea that the universe came into being by accident, Pope Benedict said on Thursday.
"The universe is not the result of chance, as some would want to make us believe," Benedict said on the day Christians mark the Epiphany, the day the Bible says the three kings reached the site where Jesus was born by following a star. "Contemplating it (the universe) we are invited to read something profound into it: the wisdom of the creator, the inexhaustible creativity of God," he said in a sermon to some 10,000 people in St Peter's Basilica on the feast day.
Most Claims Against Priest Are Fraudulent
Here's a story you won't find on the front pages or subsequent pages of the New York Times.
Most Claims Against Priests are Fraudulent (The Sacred Pages)
Here's a story from Newsbusters that needs to get greater attention! Please help spread the word!
Most Claims Against Priests are Fraudulent (The Sacred Pages)
Here's a story from Newsbusters that needs to get greater attention! Please help spread the word!
In a stunning ten-page declaration recently submitted to the Los Angeles County Superior Court, veteran attorney Donald H. Steier stated that his investigations into claims of sexual abuse by Catholic priests have uncovered vast fraud and that his probes have revealed that many accusations are completely false.
Pope Michael Sean Winters NCR
This is funny...but typical for NCR (No Catholic oRthodoxy)
Pope Michael Sean Winters the first is a Pope Benedict XVI impostor
...or as I like to call it, Phony Balogna
CMR has the story
Get this, NCR writer Michael Sean Winters writes a letter to Speaker John Boehner as if he were Pope Benedict. Yeah, you read that right. Michael Sean Winters is pretending to be Pope Benedict. I'm unsure if any dressup was involved but that would only make it marginally stranger.
In it, the pretend Pope Benedict accuses the bishops of lying about Obamacare and questions Boehner's motives. Then he tosses out a liberal wish list right out of Nancy Pelosi's hope chest. And he uses the word "like" like a sixteen year old suburban mallrat.
Pope Michael Sean Winters the first is a Pope Benedict XVI impostor
...or as I like to call it, Phony Balogna
CMR has the story
Get this, NCR writer Michael Sean Winters writes a letter to Speaker John Boehner as if he were Pope Benedict. Yeah, you read that right. Michael Sean Winters is pretending to be Pope Benedict. I'm unsure if any dressup was involved but that would only make it marginally stranger.
In it, the pretend Pope Benedict accuses the bishops of lying about Obamacare and questions Boehner's motives. Then he tosses out a liberal wish list right out of Nancy Pelosi's hope chest. And he uses the word "like" like a sixteen year old suburban mallrat.
No Apologies - Once Saved Always Saved?
This is a great website for mini-apologetics.
This one' disproves the belief of 'once saved always saved' is nowhere in the Bible.
Visit the website often for some great short apologetic video: AirMaria
This one' disproves the belief of 'once saved always saved' is nowhere in the Bible.
Visit the website often for some great short apologetic video: AirMaria
Discovery Channel: Exorcist Reality Show
The claim is that the Discovery Channel will be presenting a Reality Show on Exorcism with some sort of cooperation of the Catholic Church.
I am not sure how legitimate this is. I believe in bringing a bigger awareness to Satan and his influence in our everyday lives but done with proper catechises and guidance from trained teachers in the subject matter.
A documentary on the subject even a multi-episode doc with full control (editing rights) to a teaching environment documentary. But not a reality show in the same light as some of these celebrity haunting scary story TV shows.
I need to look into this more. Like I said I don't know how much of this is true.
Stay tuned. I'll look for other sources to flesh this out.
I am not sure how legitimate this is. I believe in bringing a bigger awareness to Satan and his influence in our everyday lives but done with proper catechises and guidance from trained teachers in the subject matter.
A documentary on the subject even a multi-episode doc with full control (editing rights) to a teaching environment documentary. But not a reality show in the same light as some of these celebrity haunting scary story TV shows.
I need to look into this more. Like I said I don't know how much of this is true.
Stay tuned. I'll look for other sources to flesh this out.
Discovery Channel is teaming with the Vatican for an unprecedented new series hunting the deadliest catch of all: Demons.
The Exorcist Files will recreate stories of real-life hauntings and demonic possession, based on cases investigated by the Catholic Church. The project includes access into the Vatican’s case files, as well as interviews with the organization’s top exorcists — religious experts who are rarely seen on television.
Tuesday, January 04, 2011
Kirk Cameron, Not the religious conspiracy theorist go-to guy
All right go Kirk!
Andersen Cooper gives it the old college try in attempting to lead Kirk Cameron down the path of 'Apocalypse Now end-times prophesy, but it doesn't work.
Thinking that Cameron is just another Fundamentalist kooky "the world is going to end' religious freak, he struggles as Kirk sets him back onto the correct path into the headlights of truth.
While I don't follow the Rapture ideas of Cameron's faith journey, I do thank him for standing up to the news media. It seems it happens every turn of the year with this end-time prophesy theories.
Good for you Kirk...
Andersen Cooper gives it the old college try in attempting to lead Kirk Cameron down the path of 'Apocalypse Now end-times prophesy, but it doesn't work.
Thinking that Cameron is just another Fundamentalist kooky "the world is going to end' religious freak, he struggles as Kirk sets him back onto the correct path into the headlights of truth.
While I don't follow the Rapture ideas of Cameron's faith journey, I do thank him for standing up to the news media. It seems it happens every turn of the year with this end-time prophesy theories.
Good for you Kirk...
Even Kirk Cameron Has No Idea Why CNN Brought Him On To Talk About Dead Birds
Yesterday we joked that all the dead birds and fish out in Arkansas were clearly signs of the “End of Days.” Someone at CNN wasn’t joking though, so, needing an expert on the Apocalypse (something that’s hard to find considering how rare Apocalypses or “Apocali” are), they naturally invited Kirk Cameron, born again Christian and star of the Left Behind series, onto Anderson Cooper 360 discuss the phenomenon. Some people thought this was kind of weird…including Kirk Cameron.
Monday, January 03, 2011
Mary Mother of God
Mike Berber has a good piece on Solemnity (Holy Day) of Mary, Mother of God, which we celebrated on January 1st.
As our Catholic readers know, this is the Solemnity (Holy Day) of Mary, Mother of God, one of the more significant liturgical celebrations in the Catholic calendar
The confession of Mary as “Mother of God” presents a stumbling block for some non-Catholic Christians, but curiously it never did for me.
May 21, 2011 The World Will End...Ahuh?
We'll here we are just three day's into the new year and we already have a prediction it will all end on May 21 2011.
So the plan is to show this new 'Deadline' on buses, trucks, billboards, where possible to advertise the date.
Phooey...
Here's the story
So the plan is to show this new 'Deadline' on buses, trucks, billboards, where possible to advertise the date.
Phooey...
Here's the story
Loose Christian Movement Says End of Days in May
If there had been time, Marie Exley would have liked to start a family. Instead, the 32-year-old Army veteran has less than six months left, which she’ll spend spreading a stark warning: Judgment Day is almost here.
Exley is part of a movement of Christians loosely organized by radio broadcasts and websites, independent of churches and convinced by their reading of the Bible that the end of the world will begin on May 21, 2011.
UPDATE! (MAY18, 2011)
UPDATE! (MAY18, 2011)
Thank You Schwarzenegger....NOT!
A departing blow from the Terminator who by the way lived up to his name by the description of the damage he did to the State.
His final good-by and in my opinion 'stab in the back' to the State that gave him a chance to make a change is the last nail in the coffin of his administration. One he will be remembered forever for.
Cutting the sentence of a convicted murderer, a son of an ex-state representative. A favor of sorts.
Here's the shameful act:
His final good-by and in my opinion 'stab in the back' to the State that gave him a chance to make a change is the last nail in the coffin of his administration. One he will be remembered forever for.
Cutting the sentence of a convicted murderer, a son of an ex-state representative. A favor of sorts.
Here's the shameful act:
Schwarzenegger’s shameful last act
...So, how did Schwarzenegger leave office? By committing one last shameful act of back-scratching politics as usual and granting a commutation to the son of a Democrat political crony, former California Assembly Speaker Fabian Nunez...
The Rite: Matt Baglio Book...New Movie
Just finished Matt Baglio's book, The RiteMy interest in the book was generated in part to the subject matter of the book, "Exorcism", but mostly because I wanted to read up more on the influence of the 'Evil One'. One can read it in the newspapers and hear it on the radio and see it on TV every day yet the blame is on God...not the Devil. The charge is "How can God allow such things?" and self blame (as in free will) is not even considered.
Reading this book has helped me understand a little more of Satan's place in this world and our deep reliance on the Blessed Trinity and Holy Church; the importance of the Sacraments and our prayer life. We need to hear more directly the Church's teachings on the Devil and most of all how not to invite him into our lives.
I recommend this book and I have a feeling (having seen the movie trailer) that the movie will be another poor book interpretation.
I also got half way through Gabriele Amorth (Lead Vatican Exorcist) book 'An Exorcist Tells His Story'.
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