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Sunday, February 12, 2012
Maine: Race of the Non-Conservatives
Mitt Romney | 2,190 | 39.2% | ![]() |
Ron Paul | 1,996 | 35.7% | ![]() |
Rick Santorum | 989 | 17.7% | ![]() |
Newt Gingrich | 349 | 6.2% | ![]() |
Other | 61 | 1.1% | ![]() |
Many of the Sunday talk shows today are touting "Rick momentum Stopped Cold in Maine".
I say, what do you expect?
This is Maine for goodness sake!
Home of Rep Olympia Snowe!
I think the result show the real story. The winners are one and the same thread....Non-Conservatives.
Romney 39%, Paul 35%. That says a lot.
Santorum with just 18% is just fine for me.That just confirms for me that Santorum is still the right choice for me.
Sorry Coulter, I'm not hoping my candidate is conservative.
Romney edges out Paul in Maine caucus contest
Mitt Romney captured two prizes in the Republican presidential race Saturday, edging out Ron Paul in the Maine caucuses while beating Rick Santorum in a key straw poll.
Saturday, February 11, 2012
White House HHS Compromise: U.S. Bishops "Unacceptable!...Must Recind Mandate""
I didn't figure the Bishops to respond so quickly, however I'm pleased they're not being shy on this matter.
Sometimes it takes them awhile to come out with any type of response especially as one voice. Cardinal Dolan's response is much welcomed.
Reading their official response, one statement by the Bishops popped out at me.
"We just received information about this proposal for the first time this morning; we were not consulted in advance. Some information we have is in writing and some is oral"
Catholic Bishops: Obama's Solution 'Is Unacceptable'
Here's another article on this.
After just hearing a re-cap of the announcement by president Obama on cable, it sounded like all were at the negotiating table working together. One would think that with the first meeting with Cardinal Dolan that he would be there or at least other high ranking church officials would be apart of the talks.
It doesn't appear so. It more appears that the White House was not approaching this from a good faith standpoint. They were not serious about working with the faithful in resolving this at all. They were looking to having their cake (Mandate) and eating it too...and still making the faithful pay for the cake.
With this quick response from the bishiop's I'm hoping that the WH is realizing that we are not going to go away and we refuse to be mislead.
This Mandate is not just about Catholic institutions paying for contraception, abortifacients, but it's also faithful individual Catholics footing the bill to pay for this through our personal health insurance premiums.
All faithful Catholics need to be worried about this and should react appropriately against this in the strongest terms.
I know at our parish for the next three weekends we plan a petition drive related to the objection to this HHS Mandate
I'm still hoping that we will hear about this at our pupit for Sunday mass. We still need the Bishops voice in the form of a letter (or video) expressing the Churches stand AGAINST this HHS mandate and contraception.
Catholcs to arms!
Helmet - Charity
Breastplate and Sword - Faith and Hope
(Theological Virtues)
Weekend reading for all Catholics:
1) Matrimony- Contraception: CCC 2370
2) Virtues: CCC 1800-1826 (Part III, Article 7 - The Virtues)
Sometimes it takes them awhile to come out with any type of response especially as one voice. Cardinal Dolan's response is much welcomed.
Reading their official response, one statement by the Bishops popped out at me.
"We just received information about this proposal for the first time this morning; we were not consulted in advance. Some information we have is in writing and some is oral"
Catholic Bishops: Obama's Solution 'Is Unacceptable'
Here's another article on this.
Catholic Bishops Oppose Compromise on Birth-Control Insurance
After just hearing a re-cap of the announcement by president Obama on cable, it sounded like all were at the negotiating table working together. One would think that with the first meeting with Cardinal Dolan that he would be there or at least other high ranking church officials would be apart of the talks.
It doesn't appear so. It more appears that the White House was not approaching this from a good faith standpoint. They were not serious about working with the faithful in resolving this at all. They were looking to having their cake (Mandate) and eating it too...and still making the faithful pay for the cake.
With this quick response from the bishiop's I'm hoping that the WH is realizing that we are not going to go away and we refuse to be mislead.
This Mandate is not just about Catholic institutions paying for contraception, abortifacients, but it's also faithful individual Catholics footing the bill to pay for this through our personal health insurance premiums.
All faithful Catholics need to be worried about this and should react appropriately against this in the strongest terms.
I know at our parish for the next three weekends we plan a petition drive related to the objection to this HHS Mandate
I'm still hoping that we will hear about this at our pupit for Sunday mass. We still need the Bishops voice in the form of a letter (or video) expressing the Churches stand AGAINST this HHS mandate and contraception.
Catholcs to arms!
Helmet - Charity
Breastplate and Sword - Faith and Hope
(Theological Virtues)
Weekend reading for all Catholics:
1) Matrimony- Contraception: CCC 2370
2) Virtues: CCC 1800-1826 (Part III, Article 7 - The Virtues)
Friday, February 10, 2012
EWTN Sues Over Obama's HHS Stance

Thank you EWTN
It's about time we take a stand. Wish more Catholics would take live up to their faith and turn the Catholic vote into something positive.
Over 50% of Catholics voted for Obama last time. There is not excuse for repeating this election.
Biden says contraceptives fight can be worked out
The EWTN Global Catholic Network said it filed a lawsuit in the U.S. District Court in Birmingham, Alabama, seeking to block government agencies from implementing the rule. The case asks the court to find the rule unconstitutional, it said.
Saturday, February 04, 2012
HHS Contraception Mandate - Fr. Barron
Thank God for Fr. Barron, he has that level headed response but comes right to the point.
Here's my not so level headed response, Mr. Obama....HELL NO!
Here's my not so level headed response, Mr. Obama....HELL NO!
Friday, February 03, 2012
Sometimes Evil Seems To Prevail....
Can't tell you how disappointed I am about Komen's decision to give money to Planned Parenthood. Many people are. I even heard that a number of Congressmen signed a letter addressed to Komen's to pressure them to return funds that they, Komen voluntarily gave but took away from PP.
Shameful. PP's primary efforts are for abortions.not women's health care.
While it's Komen's money, that money is gathered through donations for Breast Cancer research not to give for Planned Parenthood's abortion agenda.
We can't give up the fight even if decisions like this one let us down.
Here's the sad decision.
Shameful. PP's primary efforts are for abortions.not women's health care.
While it's Komen's money, that money is gathered through donations for Breast Cancer research not to give for Planned Parenthood's abortion agenda.
We can't give up the fight even if decisions like this one let us down.
Here's the sad decision.
Susan G. Komen Foundation Reverses Stance on Cutting Funding for Planned Parenthood
The Susan G. Komen for the Cure breast cancer charity has reversed its decision to halt funding of breast-screening grants to Planned Parenthood, the organization announced Friday.
In a statement, Komen for the Cure Founder and CEO Nancy Brinker apologized for “recent decisions” and said the organization would continue to fund Planned Parenthood.
But wait...UPDATE
Maybe Komen didn't change their minds
Tito has the story:
Look at it from Komen’s perspective, they’re taking a public relations hit by the punks and thugs from Planned Parenthood and their allies. It’s a war, a Culture War out there!
But wait...UPDATE
Maybe Komen didn't change their minds
Tito has the story:
Susan G. Komen Foundation Did Not Reverse Course, But It’s an Epic P.R. Disaster on Their Part
The American Papist and Steven D. Greydanus agree with me on this one.Look at it from Komen’s perspective, they’re taking a public relations hit by the punks and thugs from Planned Parenthood and their allies. It’s a war, a Culture War out there!
Romney Not Right for This Catholic
I keep hearing that Romney is the best candidate because he can beat Obama...the polls says so.
But for me the President not only has to beat Obama but must also hold my values on Life issues as well. I know that it's been told to us again and again that "It's the economy stupid!"
Yes its the economy, I know, but I look at it from a deeper view. The economy yes, but in terms from a national view down to the core of the nation, namely the family and down further to the nucleus of the family the life of a child.
If you can't get it right at the nucleus, from the basic life of a child, from conception to birth, then you can't expect to fix anything beyond that. If we're going to fix the nation we have to start at it's foundation, the family and the life of a child. Abortion will have to be abolished.
That issue of how you view Life will determine what kind of society you have.
Marco Rubio bravely said words similar to this today.
Rubio: ‘America cannot truly fulfill its destiny unless’ it ends abortion
“The issue of life is not a political issue, nor is it a policy issue, it is a definitional issue. It is a basic core issue that every society needs to answer,” he said. “The answer that you give to that issue ends up defining which kind of society you have.”
It's what Santorum has said the same thing.
Romney too says he's pro-life, but his actions say something entirely different.
Romney Told Catholic Hospitals to Administer Abortion Pills
For me Santorum is still the stronger Candidate as far as values in a President that I want elected. The GOP establishment says they want a win at all cost.
Honestly, I'll vote for Mitt if he ends up the nominee but as I said before, only while holding my nose.
I'm a Santorum supporter because he's the right candidate. I just don't trust Mitt with what he did in Massachusetts.
But for me the President not only has to beat Obama but must also hold my values on Life issues as well. I know that it's been told to us again and again that "It's the economy stupid!"
Yes its the economy, I know, but I look at it from a deeper view. The economy yes, but in terms from a national view down to the core of the nation, namely the family and down further to the nucleus of the family the life of a child.
If you can't get it right at the nucleus, from the basic life of a child, from conception to birth, then you can't expect to fix anything beyond that. If we're going to fix the nation we have to start at it's foundation, the family and the life of a child. Abortion will have to be abolished.
That issue of how you view Life will determine what kind of society you have.
Marco Rubio bravely said words similar to this today.
Rubio: ‘America cannot truly fulfill its destiny unless’ it ends abortion
“The issue of life is not a political issue, nor is it a policy issue, it is a definitional issue. It is a basic core issue that every society needs to answer,” he said. “The answer that you give to that issue ends up defining which kind of society you have.”
It's what Santorum has said the same thing.
Romney too says he's pro-life, but his actions say something entirely different.
Romney Told Catholic Hospitals to Administer Abortion Pills
The same day the Globe ran its editorial, Romney held a press conference. Now he said his legal counsel had advised him the new emergency contraception law did trump the 1975 conscience law.
“On that basis, I have instructed the Department of Public Health to follow the conclusion of my own legal counsel and to adopt that sounder view,” Romney said. “In my personal view, it’s the right thing for hospitals to provide information and access to emergency contraception to anyone who is a victim of rape.”
A true leader would have said: I will defend the First Amendment right of Catholics to freely exercise their religion — against those who would force them to participate in abortions — all the way to the Supreme Court.For me Santorum is still the stronger Candidate as far as values in a President that I want elected. The GOP establishment says they want a win at all cost.
Honestly, I'll vote for Mitt if he ends up the nominee but as I said before, only while holding my nose.
I'm a Santorum supporter because he's the right candidate. I just don't trust Mitt with what he did in Massachusetts.
Thursday, January 26, 2012
Florida Debate - Santorum Alive!

Question on 'What role will Religion play in your administration?'
Newt had a great answer "...not just for an hour on Sunday..."
But Santorum hit it out of the park "...faith has everything to do with it....faith and reason"
GO SANTORUM!
Wednesday, January 25, 2012
State of the Union, Re-Union
The third State of the Union speech in the administration of President Obama is now past us.
My first impressions, well the third sounded a lot like the second. More promises of more this and that, more protection from the making the wrong choices with the guidance of the government.
Bigger bureaucracy with two or three more committees and gov organizations.
All this equals MORE SPENDING more debit.
Mitch McDanials was gracious in his opening remarks of his rebuttal pointing out the words of praise the president rightfully gave our men and women in the armed forces. Obama welcoming them home from the war. He missed only one point there. Our honored veterans will be coming home to no jobs. There military units will be dissolved to pay for all the promises he would lay out in the reminder of his speech.
The president spoke of those of us struggling because of lost wages, foreclosed homes, debit and the like.
I remembered reading at lunch time today a chapter in a book by Brian Benestad, Church, State, And Society - An introduction to Catholic Social Doctrine.
He was quoting JPII who said Catholic Social Doctrine is crystal -clear about the obligation toward the poor. Christians are obligated to have "a love of preference for the poor" or a preferential option for the poor, which JPII defined as a "special form of primacy in the exercise of Christian charity."
Benestad adds, This means much more than having the right opinion on welfare. A genuine love of the poor must include efforts to help people to get out and or stay out of poverty. Welfare is important as temporary measure for those on the road to self-support and as a permanent subsidy for people who cannot, for various legitimate reasons, obtain or hold a job. (pg336)
It just seemed to me that the presidents speech didn't bring me to believe that that would take place; help the poor get out and or stay out of poverty.
Here's Mitch McDaniels rebuttal.
My first impressions, well the third sounded a lot like the second. More promises of more this and that, more protection from the making the wrong choices with the guidance of the government.
Bigger bureaucracy with two or three more committees and gov organizations.
All this equals MORE SPENDING more debit.
Mitch McDanials was gracious in his opening remarks of his rebuttal pointing out the words of praise the president rightfully gave our men and women in the armed forces. Obama welcoming them home from the war. He missed only one point there. Our honored veterans will be coming home to no jobs. There military units will be dissolved to pay for all the promises he would lay out in the reminder of his speech.
The president spoke of those of us struggling because of lost wages, foreclosed homes, debit and the like.
I remembered reading at lunch time today a chapter in a book by Brian Benestad, Church, State, And Society - An introduction to Catholic Social Doctrine.
He was quoting JPII who said Catholic Social Doctrine is crystal -clear about the obligation toward the poor. Christians are obligated to have "a love of preference for the poor" or a preferential option for the poor, which JPII defined as a "special form of primacy in the exercise of Christian charity."
Benestad adds, This means much more than having the right opinion on welfare. A genuine love of the poor must include efforts to help people to get out and or stay out of poverty. Welfare is important as temporary measure for those on the road to self-support and as a permanent subsidy for people who cannot, for various legitimate reasons, obtain or hold a job. (pg336)
It just seemed to me that the presidents speech didn't bring me to believe that that would take place; help the poor get out and or stay out of poverty.
Here's Mitch McDaniels rebuttal.
Monday, January 23, 2012
Jesus vs. Religion
There is a youtube video circulating.
The jest of the video is a young man 'rapping' his thoughts on who he thinks Jesus is compared to what he thinks Religion is.
All in all it's very well done, in step with today's culture. He expounds on why he thinks Religion, according to his definition, is bad and one can only follow Jesus without it. Including some political swipes, think I've protrayed that fairly.
Anyway I found a counter to that video that I believes addresses come of the claims of the first video and corrects some of the errors.
I do like both video's the attempt to give his thoughts in such an artistic way, even though I have my disagreement with the message of the first video. I love the way the two video's complement each other. They try to communicate their ideas in a common way.
The Father doesn't quite hit that cultural note like the first video, but I love the attempt to find common ground and still not back away from debating the message
Take a look at both videos and let me know what you think.
Video No. 1
Video No. 2
The jest of the video is a young man 'rapping' his thoughts on who he thinks Jesus is compared to what he thinks Religion is.
All in all it's very well done, in step with today's culture. He expounds on why he thinks Religion, according to his definition, is bad and one can only follow Jesus without it. Including some political swipes, think I've protrayed that fairly.
Anyway I found a counter to that video that I believes addresses come of the claims of the first video and corrects some of the errors.
I do like both video's the attempt to give his thoughts in such an artistic way, even though I have my disagreement with the message of the first video. I love the way the two video's complement each other. They try to communicate their ideas in a common way.
The Father doesn't quite hit that cultural note like the first video, but I love the attempt to find common ground and still not back away from debating the message
Take a look at both videos and let me know what you think.
Video No. 1
Video No. 2
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Saturday, January 21, 2012
The 54 Chino Hills Babies

There were multiple church services in the communities. The Catholic service I attended at St Paul the Catholic Church had a beautiful service. I was honored to represent one of the 54 children who were each given a name. The name given to the baby I represented is 'Joshua Promise'.
I remember the day that the babies were found. A call went out to the church community and the community as a whole, that a group a young boys were playing in a field in Chino Hills when they came across scattered boxes. Being curious children they opened one of the boxes only to find what they didn't expect .... the bodies of aborted babies. They ran home to tell their parents what they found. The parents alerted the authorities and the word spread.
I remember arriving to the site of the find. The babies themselves were already in the possession of the authorities. As the community gathered for prayer, the local media began to show up. I remember standing right next to a couple of the media. A young man and a young woman. I don't recall what part of the media they represented but I do recall what they conversed about.
The young gentleman reporter was heralding to the young attractive woman reporter how "he too was Catholic...just not that Catholic". They both laughed together.
He obviously didn't want to be associated with us wackos who came together in prayer for the aborted babies.
That phrase hit a nerve with me then and it does now. "I'm Catholic too...just not that Catholic"
Either you are Catholic or your not. That's why as true Catholics we have to live our values everyday not just on Sunday, but everyday in every way of life, no matter where we are or what we're doing.
And especially in these elections. We need a president in office that governs with those values.
Creative Minority Report has a post on a poll take to see how Catholic view president Obama and if they would vote him back into office. The results are not pretty.
51% of Catholics say they will vote Obama back into office.
THAT'S REALLY IS DISGRACEFUL !
Please, please, please remember before you you're Republican, Democratic, Independent, Green Party or Librarian that you are Catholic.
Vote that way.
Friday, January 20, 2012
Etta James Tribute
Thank you Etta for a unforgettable song.
A Catholic's Thoughts At This Moment in the Elections...Pre - SC Primary

The first question pertaining to Newt’s sec
ond wife and the response to it from ‘Ging’ have been circulating.
Well, this West Coast Catholic has been nursing a very bad upper respiratory infection all week and still going to work. I feel lucky to have work so I’m trying to push myself a little. Today’s a day off for me and so I’m sitting here thinking on the elections.
You know, questions that you yourselves, fellow Catholics and non-Catholics alike have probably been stirring in your own minds.
In my case, “What’s a Catholic to do with this field of Republican Candidates?” I say Republicans only because, right up front and its obvious in my posts, that I’m not an Obama second term guy.
So the first questions I asked myself are “from the field how do I vote, right now? Who am I for and against?”
Well, maybe a better question is “who am I for the most and least, knowing I’m not voting for the incumbent”.
This is where I stand and a few reasons why, right or wrong and they all can be debated. I reserve the right to even change my mind. This is just how I see thing right now, today, the Friday before the NC primary.
I welcome your thought…
Okay, so who do we have left in the field? Ron Paul, Rick Santorum, Mitt Romney and Newt Gingrich.
Ron Paul, let’s start here:
Over the past few weeks It’s been quite a shocker for me to see how much support Ron actually has. In my mind I can be supportive of Ron on his pro-life issue but then I try to understand his stance on foreign policy and frankly that just makes me cringe. Too much of an isolationist for me.
Look, this world is a wonderful gift from God, but let’s face it, it’s a very dangerous place with lots of not so good events happening. Poverty, war, crime. One can approach it from a stand point of, “well lets just take care of our own, leave everyone else to themselves and we’ll all be happy”.
This is not how it works and it’s definitely not a part of Catholic teaching. If that were the case Catholicism wouldn’t have spread. Civilization wouldn’t have spread. Closed societies have been tried before. China comes to mind, the old Soviet Union remember and the ’Iron Curtain’.
So we’re a Super-Power and with that, whether one likes it or not, we have certain responsibilities. Now this is where it gets sticky. How much responsibility and when do we draw the line and just bud out of foreign affairs? We can debate this endlessly but for now my point is I figure Ron Paul as out of the mainstream and at one end of the spectrum. He wants to ‘bud out’ too much.
I understand he has the College vote and I can understand that. The youth are our future and thats for sure, but the mentality of ‘hey you do your thing and I’ll do mine, it’s all good’ is a bit naïve. Not all youth have this mentality but I know how Ron’s non confrontational message can be attractive to the youth. Unfortunately it doesn’t work that way in life.
For me Ron Paul will not be chosen to represent the Republican Party. I believe his votes are drawing away from supporting other candidates in the running who I believe have a legitimate chance at winning and a complete set of values that I want our next president to have. Still it’s an individual’s right to put an X by the person they support.
Mitt Romney:
Mitt ‘inevitable me’ Romney. It’s not that I don’t think Mitt is a bad guy, cause he isn’t. It’s true that I just don’t seem to identify with his wealth but he’s earned it. Again we can debate on how he earned it, however I believe the Obama campaign will go down that path the minute he would become the winning Repub in the race.
I’m more concerned with his record while in Massachusetts, and specifically his role in the demise of the Catholic adoption agency there as well as the Catholic Hospitals because of polices he supported. While I do think I would support him if he was chosen the primary winner he is not my first choice.
Newt:
Newt Gingrich, what can I say. He has so much baggage…as the news outlet pundits say, that collected they’d fill the warehouse seen in one of Indiana Jones movies. Yes, he has baggage, he’s been in the DC business quite a long time so he has a lot to put under the microscope, which is the exact opposite of the White House occupant of today had when he took office…..NO EXPERIENCE.
But I do put him above Romney. If I believe in repentance, I can’t take Newts conversion lightly. I have to give him the benefit of the doubt. I do appreciate his communication skills and I believe he is more conservative in his views than Romney. I do believe there has to be a bigger contrast between the incumbent and the challenger.
I’ve said this before, but people keep telling me that the ‘Independents’ will decide the next president and to tell you the truth, that scares the beegeebees out of me. For one thing this same kind of thinking gave us McCain as the Challenger and put Obama into office. And now its Romney AND Paul that the Independents are placing high on the primary winning list. Not sure what that’s about.
I’m tired of the past married stories. Yes, Marianne has a right to be bitter. Divorce in our society, what 70% of all new marriages end up this way I’ve read somewhere, is not leading our nation to a better future. I did a quick Google search on Marianne Gingrich and the first three pages of hits all referenced the claim of ‘Open Marriage’. Now this was Newts second marriage so what happened to the first marriage. Marianne was the other woman in that instance, so for me her creditability isn’t all that great. Absolutely Newt’s creditability also is in the dirt. But again the ‘repentance’ word comes to mind. If he says he is a changed person and the church acknowledges this than I too acknowledge it.
I believe Newt can bring it to Obama, I do believe he would lead the nation well with his experience.
Rick Santorum last but not least:
Santorum is my first pick. He has all the values of my faith that I want to see in a president. He has the DC experience needed to fill the executive office. He may not be as flamboyant as Newt or as rich as Romney.
There are plenty of articles out there to support my thoughts. This post is just me thinking out loud or through my fingers on the keyboard.
So this is how they stack up, at least for me.
1) Rick Santorum
2) Newt Gingrich
3) Mitt Romney
Nope not Ron Paul….
Let’s continue to pray about this election and the guidance of the Holy Spirit.
WWC
Wednesday, January 18, 2012
Catholic Celebrity Wahlberg - A Breath a Fresh Air
Now here's a pleasant surprise from a movie celebrity of all people. Not very often do you come across someone who is not afraid to proclaim his faith, on TV for that matter and really mean it.
Mark Wahlberg of the recent movie 'The Fighter' during an interview was asked about his faith helping him out of the streets and jail.
A breath of fresh air if you ask me. So many times you hear the claim of Catholicism followed by some outrageous support for Planned Parenthood, gay married or married priest.
Mr. Wahlberg when asked if he attended mass everyday, could have said yes or just allowed the television audience to believe he did, but instead corrected the statement with "...if not mass at least a daily visit, 10 or 15 minutes to pray.". A bit of honesty. No claims of visions or dreams of enlightenment, just a determination to pull himself out of a mislead life of selfishness and time in jail.
Very cool. Wish there was more celeb's like Mark.
Mark Wahlberg of the recent movie 'The Fighter' during an interview was asked about his faith helping him out of the streets and jail.
A breath of fresh air if you ask me. So many times you hear the claim of Catholicism followed by some outrageous support for Planned Parenthood, gay married or married priest.
Mr. Wahlberg when asked if he attended mass everyday, could have said yes or just allowed the television audience to believe he did, but instead corrected the statement with "...if not mass at least a daily visit, 10 or 15 minutes to pray.". A bit of honesty. No claims of visions or dreams of enlightenment, just a determination to pull himself out of a mislead life of selfishness and time in jail.
Very cool. Wish there was more celeb's like Mark.
Wednesday, January 11, 2012
Catholics Beware: Is Romney Really Pro-Life?
Today the mantra for all the Conservative news pundits is "Defeat Obama at all Cost!".
Unfortunately that includes throwing out little issues like Abortion, pro-life.
Yes, I agree the national debt is killing the nation but so is Abortion.
Don't worry, the front runner, Romney is pro-life.
That's what Mitt has said himself, and so why would anyone ever question that? How do we know what's really in his heart?
Okay, how about judging his actions... is that okay?
Read on: Mitt Romney Didn't Just Give Planned Parenthood Money, He gave them extra Power, in Massacuttets.
Ya know, this is what happened with Obama, the claim being "He's pro-life". "He'll reduce abortion". Come on fellow Catholics, let not go down that road again.
Unfortunately that includes throwing out little issues like Abortion, pro-life.
Yes, I agree the national debt is killing the nation but so is Abortion.
Don't worry, the front runner, Romney is pro-life.
That's what Mitt has said himself, and so why would anyone ever question that? How do we know what's really in his heart?
Okay, how about judging his actions... is that okay?
Read on: Mitt Romney Didn't Just Give Planned Parenthood Money, He gave them extra Power, in Massacuttets.
Ya know, this is what happened with Obama, the claim being "He's pro-life". "He'll reduce abortion". Come on fellow Catholics, let not go down that road again.
Tuesday, January 10, 2012
All Romney New Hampshire - "I'm Mad As Hell And I'm Not Going To Take It Anymore!"
Well I wasn't too surprised with the results after all New Hampshire is home for Romney, or at least his " Summer Home".
Now my Summer home is the same as my Winter home which is the same as my Spring and Fall home.This is the same for most of us who are managing to keep our homes. So much for feeling like Romney is in touch with me.
Liberal State you say? How so?
Well, look at tonights results:
1. Romney
2. Ron Paul
3 Huntsman
Does this reflect the nation? I think not.
So I'm sitting here, gathering my thoughts and sort of watching the movie 'Network' on TV, of all movies to watch on this election night.
I'm purposely staying away from the high paid analysis tonight... I'm not in the mood of hearing the various spinning going on, whether on the local networks, CBS, ABC, NBC or Cable, CNN, MSNBC, or Foxnews for that matter. Oh wait that's also what's happening in the movie I'm watching, network manipulation.
I tell you I'm MAD AS HELL AND I'M NOT GOING TO TAKE IT ANYMORE!
I love that seen when everyone is screaming this out of their windows.
Sometimez you just want news that's just 100% news not 95% opinion and maybe 5% news.
Well..... you know what I mean.
I'll come right out and say that West Coast Catholic is endorsing Santorum all the way. I'm not worried about the results tonight because New Hampshire is a Liberal State, its an Obama State, so is Iowa for that manner.
It's how they voted in 2008 and I don't think it will change.
So now we know who the Independents are rooting for. It's been claimed that the Independents will select the winner of this presidential election and I believe it. After all they voted Obama into office the last go around. I'm not picking on the Independents, Catholics also put their 'X' by "Hope and Change". The best that the Republican establishment could do in opposition was John McCain. Now I like McCain and I'm grateful for his service for this great country.
But McCain is a Moderate and so is Romney.. Not a big contrast between President Obama. Now a Republican Moderate in my book is not going to defeat Obama, not much of a contrast and that's what it's going to take to remove Obama out of office, someone who is a complete opposite. Not someone who is, well moderate.
What do you do when salt looses it's taste? You throw it out and trample it under foot.
What do you do with luke warm water in your mouth? You spit it out.
What do you do with a Moderate Candidate? You re-vote in what you already have.
That's what will happen if we don't get a clear cut different candidate than the present White House occupant.
That's why I'm for Santorum. Not a perfect individual but one that's not afraid to live his faith even in front of the camera, not just on Sunday. for an hour. I believe in his policies strong Foreign Affairs, on economics and his stance of Catholic Social teachings in his entitlement reform and his staunch pro-life record. Again not perfect but trustworthy which is not what I see in the other candidates. Especially not Romney
I feel that Romney is going to be a pinata against Obama. Here's an article that will be on TV that will be the face of Romney's "Bain Capital" experience.
The Fired Bain Factory Employee
There's going to be more of them...
Right now though the news pundants are ready to declare a National Republican primary winner, I say it's far from over.
It's Santorum for my vote. Here's a couple more articles on Romney you might want to read before you align yourself with his camp.
Now my Summer home is the same as my Winter home which is the same as my Spring and Fall home.This is the same for most of us who are managing to keep our homes. So much for feeling like Romney is in touch with me.
Liberal State you say? How so?
Well, look at tonights results:
1. Romney
2. Ron Paul
3 Huntsman
Does this reflect the nation? I think not.
So I'm sitting here, gathering my thoughts and sort of watching the movie 'Network' on TV, of all movies to watch on this election night.
I'm purposely staying away from the high paid analysis tonight... I'm not in the mood of hearing the various spinning going on, whether on the local networks, CBS, ABC, NBC or Cable, CNN, MSNBC, or Foxnews for that matter. Oh wait that's also what's happening in the movie I'm watching, network manipulation.
I tell you I'm MAD AS HELL AND I'M NOT GOING TO TAKE IT ANYMORE!
I love that seen when everyone is screaming this out of their windows.
Sometimez you just want news that's just 100% news not 95% opinion and maybe 5% news.
Well..... you know what I mean.
I'll come right out and say that West Coast Catholic is endorsing Santorum all the way. I'm not worried about the results tonight because New Hampshire is a Liberal State, its an Obama State, so is Iowa for that manner.
It's how they voted in 2008 and I don't think it will change.
So now we know who the Independents are rooting for. It's been claimed that the Independents will select the winner of this presidential election and I believe it. After all they voted Obama into office the last go around. I'm not picking on the Independents, Catholics also put their 'X' by "Hope and Change". The best that the Republican establishment could do in opposition was John McCain. Now I like McCain and I'm grateful for his service for this great country.
But McCain is a Moderate and so is Romney.. Not a big contrast between President Obama. Now a Republican Moderate in my book is not going to defeat Obama, not much of a contrast and that's what it's going to take to remove Obama out of office, someone who is a complete opposite. Not someone who is, well moderate.
What do you do when salt looses it's taste? You throw it out and trample it under foot.
What do you do with luke warm water in your mouth? You spit it out.
What do you do with a Moderate Candidate? You re-vote in what you already have.
That's what will happen if we don't get a clear cut different candidate than the present White House occupant.
That's why I'm for Santorum. Not a perfect individual but one that's not afraid to live his faith even in front of the camera, not just on Sunday. for an hour. I believe in his policies strong Foreign Affairs, on economics and his stance of Catholic Social teachings in his entitlement reform and his staunch pro-life record. Again not perfect but trustworthy which is not what I see in the other candidates. Especially not Romney

The Fired Bain Factory Employee
There's going to be more of them...
Right now though the news pundants are ready to declare a National Republican primary winner, I say it's far from over.
It's Santorum for my vote. Here's a couple more articles on Romney you might want to read before you align yourself with his camp.
Romney's baloney, pious and otherwise
Beware the Myth of Inevitability
Friday, January 06, 2012
The O'Reilly, No Spin Zone - No CCD Zone
Bill O'Reilly has mentioned his Catholicity on more than one occasion, often claiming Sister So-in-So use to keep him in line with her ruler.
Unfortunately Bill's knowledge of his faith and the Catholic truths he opines about leave me with a Simpson "Doh!" on my lips. I can't believe he says some of the things he says about the faith.
Just the other night while finally inviting Santorum onto his show he made some blatant errors on the topic of contraception and Catholic teaching.
• 98% of Catholics don’t follow the teaching:
• It’s like eating meat on Friday:
• It’s a man-made doctrine; Jesus didn’t say it:
I didn't get a chance to post on it however I did read a post that had the same thoughts on the interview, so I rather give the recognition to the " Two Catholic Men and a Blog " who did a good job with the analysis.
Unfortunately Bill's knowledge of his faith and the Catholic truths he opines about leave me with a Simpson "Doh!" on my lips. I can't believe he says some of the things he says about the faith.
Just the other night while finally inviting Santorum onto his show he made some blatant errors on the topic of contraception and Catholic teaching.
• 98% of Catholics don’t follow the teaching:
• It’s like eating meat on Friday:
• It’s a man-made doctrine; Jesus didn’t say it:
I didn't get a chance to post on it however I did read a post that had the same thoughts on the interview, so I rather give the recognition to the " Two Catholic Men and a Blog " who did a good job with the analysis.
Bill O’Reilly, Rick Santorum & Artificial Contraception
Here's the interview:
Tuesday, January 03, 2012
Iowa - Romney Wins
Romney by 14, wins Iowa
...in my book Santorum wins the evening.
WCC
...in my book Santorum wins the evening.
WCC
Monday, January 02, 2012
New Translation - Fr. Richard McBrien take on it

Fr. Z has an interesting post on a response by the infamous Fr. Richard McBrien of Notre Dame. As can be expected he isn't actually doing cart wheels of joy.
Fr. Z does a good analysis.
Dealing with McBrien on the new, corrected translation
Saturday, December 31, 2011
Happy New Year - 2012
It's about 5:00pm here in Southern California, new years eve, day.
Thought I'd wish everyone a Happy New Year 2012 a little early. Many blessings for the new year to all your families.
God Bless
West Coast Catholic
Thought I'd wish everyone a Happy New Year 2012 a little early. Many blessings for the new year to all your families.
God Bless
West Coast Catholic
Thursday, December 29, 2011
Tribute to Ben Breedlove: "Do You Believe in Angels or God?....I Do !"
I saw this video this evening. I gave me a chance to be thankful for all that I have.
A precious family and home, everything that I have which God has given me.
Ben Breedlove's message is a touching one. He put together this two part video to describe his life with a heart condition he lived with until his death on Sunday, Christmas day.
It's a story that I can identify with. Ben describes a heart pacemaker operation in 2009 to assist with his condition.
I too underwent heart surgery that same year, just days before my birthday. I spent my birthday in the hospital as well as Thanksgiving day. This year my birthday landed on Thanksgiving day. It was the first time I ever had a stay in the hospital...it was all very unexpected, very stressful, and I consider it a blessing.
Ben, thank you for your story, I know another saint has entered heaven. My prayers are for your family who will miss you
Here's the post on Ben's passing away on Christmas Day
These days before the New Year, lets all take a moment to remember our blessings. Take a look at this video, I'm sure it will inspire you.
A precious family and home, everything that I have which God has given me.
Ben Breedlove's message is a touching one. He put together this two part video to describe his life with a heart condition he lived with until his death on Sunday, Christmas day.
It's a story that I can identify with. Ben describes a heart pacemaker operation in 2009 to assist with his condition.
I too underwent heart surgery that same year, just days before my birthday. I spent my birthday in the hospital as well as Thanksgiving day. This year my birthday landed on Thanksgiving day. It was the first time I ever had a stay in the hospital...it was all very unexpected, very stressful, and I consider it a blessing.
Ben, thank you for your story, I know another saint has entered heaven. My prayers are for your family who will miss you
Here's the post on Ben's passing away on Christmas Day
Texas Teen Ben Breedlove Posted Powerful Videos Before Christmas Death
These days before the New Year, lets all take a moment to remember our blessings. Take a look at this video, I'm sure it will inspire you.
Friday, December 23, 2011
What? Voris Not Catholic???
With all the dissenting 'so called catholic groups and organizations', including Universities, Hospitals church groups (Catholics for Choice example), its kind of perplexing that the Archdiocese would focus on Voris.
Don't understand it. One of the comments to the Fr Z post suggest that Micheal call their bluff and file for the use of the term Catholic to force the Diocese to offer an explanation. Sound reasonable.
While this is not a so much a question of Voris' Catholicism but rather the use of Catholic in the his organization, this is still perplexing. Make no doubt though I fully believe it was directed at what Voris' views are and how he proclaims them.
...so in a sense I do believe that this proclamation is directed indirectly at Voris.
The first thing that I thought of was, is anyone allowed to use the title Catholic without permission? I know I've failed many times and in many ways to live up to claim the title Catholic.
I haven't read all the canon law paragraphs pertaining to this but I plan to as well as search the net for some expert analysis.
Haven't seen Voris' response yet but I'm sure it's coming.
I'll post...stay tuned.
Don't understand it. One of the comments to the Fr Z post suggest that Micheal call their bluff and file for the use of the term Catholic to force the Diocese to offer an explanation. Sound reasonable.
While this is not a so much a question of Voris' Catholicism but rather the use of Catholic in the his organization, this is still perplexing. Make no doubt though I fully believe it was directed at what Voris' views are and how he proclaims them.
...so in a sense I do believe that this proclamation is directed indirectly at Voris.
The first thing that I thought of was, is anyone allowed to use the title Catholic without permission? I know I've failed many times and in many ways to live up to claim the title Catholic.
I haven't read all the canon law paragraphs pertaining to this but I plan to as well as search the net for some expert analysis.
Haven't seen Voris' response yet but I'm sure it's coming.
I'll post...stay tuned.
1)Archdiocese of Detroit says Michael Voris and RealCatholicTV.com are not “authorized” to use “Catholic”
2) Michael Voris not Catholic?! What's Wrong with this Picture?
Monday, November 28, 2011
Homeless Children
Homeless children, struggling Mom's and Dad's.... heartbreaking.
As many suffer and struggle, we must all thank God for what we have and reach out to those that have not.
God Bless those in need.
As many suffer and struggle, we must all thank God for what we have and reach out to those that have not.
God Bless those in need.
First Mass With the New Changes
Just attended my first mass with the new changes.As can be expected, people are still trying to adapt, being creatures of habit and all.
To be expected.
Over all despite the priest making his little comments trying to be humorous "well here's one part that hasn't changed...Our Father who art in Heaven..."
ArArArArAr....humor.
...the mass went pretty well. Everyone seemed to be accepting. Didn't hear any comments after mass or heavy sighs during mass, which was good.
I like the changes, although I'm still trying to understand the nuances in the meaning. I've been going through Jimmy Akin's book 'Mass Revision: How the Liturgy Is Changing and What It Means for You' Its very helpful. I'd recommend picking up a copy.
Fr. Longenecker has a few good incites to the changes and some of the reactions he's encountered in a post entitled 'All or Many'. Also read his article in the Nat Catholic Reg and see how he prepared his parish for the new translation. (Introducing the New Missal: Why We Worship With Liturgy)
And finally, a homily by Fr. Barron - Anticipation, The Potter and the Clay
Any reactions you've encountered on the new translation? Let me know, I'm interested.
To be expected.
Over all despite the priest making his little comments trying to be humorous "well here's one part that hasn't changed...Our Father who art in Heaven..."
ArArArArAr....humor.
...the mass went pretty well. Everyone seemed to be accepting. Didn't hear any comments after mass or heavy sighs during mass, which was good.
I like the changes, although I'm still trying to understand the nuances in the meaning. I've been going through Jimmy Akin's book 'Mass Revision: How the Liturgy Is Changing and What It Means for You' Its very helpful. I'd recommend picking up a copy.
Fr. Longenecker has a few good incites to the changes and some of the reactions he's encountered in a post entitled 'All or Many'. Also read his article in the Nat Catholic Reg and see how he prepared his parish for the new translation. (Introducing the New Missal: Why We Worship With Liturgy)
And finally, a homily by Fr. Barron - Anticipation, The Potter and the Clay
Any reactions you've encountered on the new translation? Let me know, I'm interested.
Friday, November 25, 2011
Video: Conception to Birth - God's Creation
An amazing video showing the beginning of life at conception and the journey to birth.
Wow, you've got to see this. The mathematician asks himself, "..so perfectly organized the structure, it's was hard not to attribute Divinity to it..."
Link to the article HERE
The video says it all...
Wow, you've got to see this. The mathematician asks himself, "..so perfectly organized the structure, it's was hard not to attribute Divinity to it..."
Link to the article HERE
The video says it all...
Sunday, November 20, 2011
Christ The King - 34 Sunday in Ordinary
Last week before the beginning of Advent. I love the Advent Season.
I'm reviewing the reading before I go to a late Mass this Sunday and I also tapped into Fr. Barron of Word on Fire for a sermon.
The readings are awesome and the sermon expounds on the 'language fit for a Kings'
Sermon: Language Fit for a King
I'm reviewing the reading before I go to a late Mass this Sunday and I also tapped into Fr. Barron of Word on Fire for a sermon.
The readings are awesome and the sermon expounds on the 'language fit for a Kings'
Sermon: Language Fit for a King
"Hey, I wouldn't Want to Offend Anyone"
Another favorite line for not 'upsetting the apple cart' so to speak. Not wanting to be singled out as 'non-tolerant' or even judgmental and maybe even "what makes you so holier than thou" category.
"I wouldn't want to offend anyone"
I must admit, I've ducked under this transparent cover myself...shamefully. Maybe you're in a conversation with someone or in a group of people, at work or at a get-together with friends or family and someone says something that is counter to your faith, opposite to the teachings of the church.
Do you say something? Should you wait for someone else to respond to the fallacy?. Maybe if you just pretend to not hear the it.
How about when you're having dinner at a restaurant and you want to say grace before the meal but you're afraid to sign yourself before you murmur a very quite blessing.
You don't want to offend anyone...
Here's a nice little article that addresses this thought.
"I wouldn't want to offend anyone"
I must admit, I've ducked under this transparent cover myself...shamefully. Maybe you're in a conversation with someone or in a group of people, at work or at a get-together with friends or family and someone says something that is counter to your faith, opposite to the teachings of the church.
Do you say something? Should you wait for someone else to respond to the fallacy?. Maybe if you just pretend to not hear the it.
How about when you're having dinner at a restaurant and you want to say grace before the meal but you're afraid to sign yourself before you murmur a very quite blessing.
You don't want to offend anyone...
Here's a nice little article that addresses this thought.
The Consequences of the "I Don't Want to Offend" Mindset
Over lunch this week with a long-time client, the blessing I said at the beginning of the meal was the catalyst for an interesting conversation (as it has been with so many others in the past). This human resources executive smiled as I made the sign of the cross at the end and said, “Well, I don’t see this every day. I can’t remember the last time I said a blessing over a meal at a business lunch.” Once again, the simple act of saying a blessing over a meal in public was prompting a conversation about faith in the public square and I must admit that I eagerly jumped right in!Don't Need God...Enough to be A Nice Person?
Have you ever encountered fellow Catholics who seem to dismiss the teachings of the Church with a rational of "hey, I'm a good person...that's what counts" attitude?
Fr. Barron has a great post (as usual) of helping set this mindset straight.
Fr. Barron has a great post (as usual) of helping set this mindset straight.
Monday, October 31, 2011
Saw the Movie 'Ides of March'... A Very Scary Movie

Clooney not only directed it and star in it, he also helped write the screenplay.
My initial thoughts, I tell you, what a depressing movie, at lest for me. I can actually see this plot line being played out in today's election cycle, in my opinion at least.
Anyway, the short story of the plot line, without going into specifics: Presidential election year, everyone stabs everyone in the back...political life goes on, the voters get fooled again.
Many people get scared looking at horror films and TV shows with walking dead, blood guts and gore, monsters and ghoulish figures. Well for me, this story of political intrigue did it for me...scary.. Partly because of the smiling faces of today's candidates, not of any particular party, but all political parties, the corruption and the lies, the power struggles, the lives affected. They say anything, do anything to sway the people into thinking that they, the candidate actually care for them.
Now this isn't anything new, it's been going on here in the U.S. system anyway since the birth of the nation. I've read the book Washington Burning which gives a pretty good depiction of this as well as the book Triumph a Catholic history which shows that the history of power and corruption is the struggle of man even in church history. Not that the Church is corrupt, but individuals will always battle those demons.
The Church is the only institution, through the guidance of the Holy Spirit to survive this struggle.
The movie just brought into focus the struggle of our political system and mostly the struggles of the voter to wade through the candidates and their messages, what they say and what they really mean, what they say they will do and what they actually can do.It seems at times that the promises are almost on the level of an Elementary school student body election. Remember those?
"Pizza on the cafeteria menu every Friday!"
Only now it's more like "free!, free!, everything for free" They use words like honor, integrity and transparency. Come on really?
One thing the movie is very clear on is the loss of God in the equation. Father Barron has some great points on this. Once you eliminate God as the primary element in one's thinking and actions, the slow corruption of the individual starts to take place, then the community, then the nation..
Anyway, so this movie was a reminder to me of our political system. It seems today to me that most of the politicians just want to say in office, and I'm not sure how much their intent is to do the nation good. I do believe our system of democracy is the gold standard of the world, but I also believe we've kind of lost our way a little. Nothing like a movie of this sort to make you pause and think.
So what is a Catholic to do? How do we choose from numerous candidates and ballot issues in light of our Catholic faith? I say how can we NOT look to our faith to guide us? We need to put God first.
This takes a little work on our parts. Just like we may look at the debates and look at the issues and listen to the talk shows and candidates, we have to take the time to study what the teachings of the Catholic Church are. Caritas in Veritate is a great place to start, the Compendium of Social Doctrine of the Church is another, and I would recommend the book by Brian Benestad, Church, State, and Society: An Introduction to Catholic Social Doctrine (Catholic Moral Thought). The Catechism of the Catholic Church, and many of the good orthodox blogs and apologist out there can help on that process.
But do something, don't claim to know enough, and pray, pray, pray for guidance and for the candidates themselves. That God is primary in their campaigns, their thoughts and actions.
We live in a great nation. Lets pray everyday that we as a nation to be virtuous and God centric.
And go out and enjoy a movie from time to time.
Peace
Saturday, October 29, 2011
'Ides of March' Political Intrigue
I had planned on seeing this movie at the late night showing but by the time I got to the movie theater, it looked really crowed. I have a pet peeve about finding a good seat and at $10.00 a seat plus another 10 for popcorn and a drink, well I like to get there early.
So I'll see it tonight instead.
I found that Fr. Barron had a short video with some great thoughts on the movie.
Check it out...(caution, spoilers)
So I'll see it tonight instead.
I found that Fr. Barron had a short video with some great thoughts on the movie.
Check it out...(caution, spoilers)
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Sunday, October 23, 2011
Catholicism: Carl Olson

This study is the perfect companion to the DVD's, giving you multiple ways to present the study....excellent.
And the study is a collaboration between Fr. Barron and Carl Olson of Insight Scoop, Ignatius Press.
The DVD's are phenomenal, but order the 'Study Package' as well. Together there is no stronger, complete, orthodox study on the Catholic faith today.
And pay a visit to Carl's two blog's, lots of good stuff there daily.
Insight Scoop - Ignatius Press
Carl Olson
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Saturday, October 22, 2011
Modernism and Stephen Greenblatt's - Fr. Barron
I tell you, I learn so much from Fr. Barron, on topics and people that I wouldn't have thought about or knew about.
Modernism, I know about but Stephen Greenblatt's, well didn't know about him until I viewed this video. More importantly are the arguments presented, now that's what I find more interesting. The individuals, time periods, history, Father Barron is just so diversified in his knowledge.
I appreciate his work in producing these short but very informative videos.
Please visit his web site often.
Modernism, I know about but Stephen Greenblatt's, well didn't know about him until I viewed this video. More importantly are the arguments presented, now that's what I find more interesting. The individuals, time periods, history, Father Barron is just so diversified in his knowledge.
I appreciate his work in producing these short but very informative videos.
Please visit his web site often.
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Tuesday, October 18, 2011
11 yr Old to Decide If He Wants to Change His Gender
This is completely outrageous!
Gay couple has their adopted child on hormones to postpone puberty to allow more time for the child to decide on if he wants to be a girl.
This is pure child abuse and these so called parents need to be placed behind bars. When I first read this I thought this was a very bad joke. This child is in immediate danger.
Controversial Therapy For Pre-Teen Transgender Patient Raises Questions
A lesbian couple in California who say their 11-year-old son Tommy who wants to be a girl named Tammy are giving their child hormone blockers that delay the onset of puberty -- so that he can have more time that to decide if he wants to change his gender.
Gay couple has their adopted child on hormones to postpone puberty to allow more time for the child to decide on if he wants to be a girl.
This is pure child abuse and these so called parents need to be placed behind bars. When I first read this I thought this was a very bad joke. This child is in immediate danger.
A lesbian couple in California who say their 11-year-old son Tommy who wants to be a girl named Tammy are giving their child hormone blockers that delay the onset of puberty -- so that he can have more time that to decide if he wants to change his gender.
China Supports WS Occupation, Geee So Does Obama...Go Figure
Okay so now the powers in China agree with the WS Occupiers.
Hmmmmmmmm...now what does that tell me?
I guess President Obama is in good company.
China: Occupy Wall Street's issues worth thought
BEIJING (AP) -- China's foreign ministry said Monday the Occupy Wall Street movement highlights issues that are worth considering, but that debates generated by the protests should promote global economic growth.
Hmmmmmmmm...now what does that tell me?
I guess President Obama is in good company.
BEIJING (AP) -- China's foreign ministry said Monday the Occupy Wall Street movement highlights issues that are worth considering, but that debates generated by the protests should promote global economic growth.
Monday, October 17, 2011
Wall Street Charade - Obama Supports.....for Votes
I don't know, I don't have a good feeling about all this 'Day of Rage', Wall Street Occupation stuff.
Kind of reminds me of the French Revolution. The call for equality to justify chaos in society. You'd think they were storming the doors of local bank as if it were the gates of the Bastille.
This doesn't leave me with confidence in the future of our Nation.
What the heck is happening. I see so many people with their hands out expecting something for nothing. I don't know how else to explain it. I try to understand all sides, I'm sure there are those with a frustration that has to be expressed in this manner (protest) but I just see a majority that either have no intention on doing anything but complain and want whatever they can get, for free...
or....
have given up and figure if others are doing it, they might as well join the crowd.
This is not good for America. This is not the American Spirit, nor is it Catholic Social justice, which I hear some claim. Even some clergy are marching along side this MOB
.
And yet we see our President looking to capitalize on it, for his own ambitions or re-election.
We are all struggling, myself included, but this is not the way.
Obama extends support for protestors
Barack Obama, US president, offered more support for protesters against the global financial system after a weekend of demonstrations in cities around the world, but called on them not to “demonise” those who worked on Wall Street.
Kind of reminds me of the French Revolution. The call for equality to justify chaos in society. You'd think they were storming the doors of local bank as if it were the gates of the Bastille.
This doesn't leave me with confidence in the future of our Nation.
What the heck is happening. I see so many people with their hands out expecting something for nothing. I don't know how else to explain it. I try to understand all sides, I'm sure there are those with a frustration that has to be expressed in this manner (protest) but I just see a majority that either have no intention on doing anything but complain and want whatever they can get, for free...
or....
have given up and figure if others are doing it, they might as well join the crowd.
This is not good for America. This is not the American Spirit, nor is it Catholic Social justice, which I hear some claim. Even some clergy are marching along side this MOB
.
And yet we see our President looking to capitalize on it, for his own ambitions or re-election.
We are all struggling, myself included, but this is not the way.
Obama extends support for protestors
Barack Obama, US president, offered more support for protesters against the global financial system after a weekend of demonstrations in cities around the world, but called on them not to “demonise” those who worked on Wall Street.
Sunday, October 09, 2011
Most Unsatisfyiing Confession...
Ok, so I realize that not all confessions will have that inner soul satisfaction. One that comes from a satisfying point made by the priest as he comments on a particular sin you've confessed or maybe the relief of getting a certain sin off your chest.
I do realize that maybe the line may be too long and length or time the priest has to spend with you is not ample but you know he's doing his best.
This Saturdays confession is one for the books...for me anyway.
I went in right away...no line for either of the two priest available. I like to go face to face.
....and so I begin "bless me father for I have sinned....
...these are my sins....
PRIEST: "Ok, go out and think of your own penance ...go your sins are forgivien"
What do you mean think of your own penance?
No advise? There's no one else waiting father...
MOST UNSATISFYING
Thank you Lord for our priests and the sacrament of Confession...
I do realize that maybe the line may be too long and length or time the priest has to spend with you is not ample but you know he's doing his best.
This Saturdays confession is one for the books...for me anyway.
I went in right away...no line for either of the two priest available. I like to go face to face.
....and so I begin "bless me father for I have sinned....
...these are my sins....
PRIEST: "Ok, go out and think of your own penance ...go your sins are forgivien"
What do you mean think of your own penance?
No advise? There's no one else waiting father...
MOST UNSATISFYING
Thank you Lord for our priests and the sacrament of Confession...
Articles of Interest...
These are a few articles I've come across but just haven't had time to blog about..
Will Obama Destroy Franciscan University of Steubenville?
Obama vs. Bishop Dolan:
This program is from RealCatholicTV.com
Will Obama Destroy Franciscan University of Steubenville?
Christian-Themed Movie ‘Courageous’ Resonates With Audiences Across America
Obama vs. Bishop Dolan:
This program is from RealCatholicTV.com
Saturday, October 01, 2011
2 Yrs Marriage Contracts: U.S?
Well, its not here yet but its knocking at the back door...in Mexico.
The proposal in Mexico by Mexico City Assemblyman Lionel Luna of the leftist Party of the Democratic Revolution (no surprise) is to have a 2 yr 'practice run' of marriage at which time if its not working out (according to how you feel when you wake up that morning), the deal is off, as if it never happened.
Now every married couple knows that the first 5 years of marriage are the probably the hardest. Naturally, the longer the marriage some of those bumps and pot holes in life can be very stressful in a marriage (illness, finances, children), in the first 5 years of marriage, the couple is just getting use to the word commitment. The fact that it's not all about 'ME' and that its a 'give and take' and compromising to make things work.
As time goes by that compromising and commitment get stronger, but the first 5 years the couple is learning about life together. In two years the shine of the honeymoon is just wearing thin. Now anyone that tells you that the honeymoon has never worn thin and their marriage is complete bliss 24/7 just isn't truthful. As time goes on the couple learns to weather the hard time together and the couple looks back on those times as 'refiner fire' moments, making their marriage stronger
To end the marriage as proposed by Mexico's proposed bill is just ridiculous and is a family killer and a society killer as well. It use to be that Hispanics were known for their close family ties, 'the familia comes first' mentality. Now it looks like legislators in Mexico are trying to kill that in the name of more freedom. I'm not sure of all the reasons why they'd be doing this. Perhaps to squish any benefits for families that the government has to provide. As if they're doing all they can now? Immigration tells the story
Why do I bring up this article, because I don't see it out of the question for the government here to adopt such outrageous legislature. With the debt figures climbing, the goal of the government to rake in more taxes, it would only seem fare to presume it would be only a matter of time before they start looking at maybe eliminating deductions for children, make it more beneficial to file taxes as single, in the end to help facilitate that with a proposal such as Mexico.
This administrations recently rescinded support for traditional marriage and some radical States (such as the one I live in - California) keep adding to their ant-family laws, well it may be only a matter of time.
I pray that I'm dead wrong and this is only my opinion, but we need to be aware of legislation that's anti-family, anti-life.
If we already except the killing of an innocent unborn baby for sake of convenience, the family and marriage is clearly in the cross hairs.
Here, a website on some interesting statistical facts about Hispanics; divorce rates, education, income...
Also a couple of great articles on Marriage:
Abp. Dolan to President Obama: Cease Attacks on Marriage or Risk “National Conflict…of Enormous Proportions”
Marriage Matters
An here's the article on Mexico's proposed bill:
“The proposal is when the two-year period is up, if the relationship is not stable or harmonious the contract simply ends,” Reuters quoted bill co-author and Mexico City Assemblyman Leonel Luna. “You wouldn’t have to go through the torturous process of divorce,” continued Luna, a member of the leftist Party of the Democratic Revolution. MORE
The proposal in Mexico by Mexico City Assemblyman Lionel Luna of the leftist Party of the Democratic Revolution (no surprise) is to have a 2 yr 'practice run' of marriage at which time if its not working out (according to how you feel when you wake up that morning), the deal is off, as if it never happened.
Now every married couple knows that the first 5 years of marriage are the probably the hardest. Naturally, the longer the marriage some of those bumps and pot holes in life can be very stressful in a marriage (illness, finances, children), in the first 5 years of marriage, the couple is just getting use to the word commitment. The fact that it's not all about 'ME' and that its a 'give and take' and compromising to make things work.
As time goes by that compromising and commitment get stronger, but the first 5 years the couple is learning about life together. In two years the shine of the honeymoon is just wearing thin. Now anyone that tells you that the honeymoon has never worn thin and their marriage is complete bliss 24/7 just isn't truthful. As time goes on the couple learns to weather the hard time together and the couple looks back on those times as 'refiner fire' moments, making their marriage stronger
To end the marriage as proposed by Mexico's proposed bill is just ridiculous and is a family killer and a society killer as well. It use to be that Hispanics were known for their close family ties, 'the familia comes first' mentality. Now it looks like legislators in Mexico are trying to kill that in the name of more freedom. I'm not sure of all the reasons why they'd be doing this. Perhaps to squish any benefits for families that the government has to provide. As if they're doing all they can now? Immigration tells the story
Why do I bring up this article, because I don't see it out of the question for the government here to adopt such outrageous legislature. With the debt figures climbing, the goal of the government to rake in more taxes, it would only seem fare to presume it would be only a matter of time before they start looking at maybe eliminating deductions for children, make it more beneficial to file taxes as single, in the end to help facilitate that with a proposal such as Mexico.
This administrations recently rescinded support for traditional marriage and some radical States (such as the one I live in - California) keep adding to their ant-family laws, well it may be only a matter of time.
I pray that I'm dead wrong and this is only my opinion, but we need to be aware of legislation that's anti-family, anti-life.
If we already except the killing of an innocent unborn baby for sake of convenience, the family and marriage is clearly in the cross hairs.
Here, a website on some interesting statistical facts about Hispanics; divorce rates, education, income...
Also a couple of great articles on Marriage:
Abp. Dolan to President Obama: Cease Attacks on Marriage or Risk “National Conflict…of Enormous Proportions”
Marriage Matters
An here's the article on Mexico's proposed bill:
Till two years do us part: Mexico City considers temporary marriages
“The proposal is when the two-year period is up, if the relationship is not stable or harmonious the contract simply ends,” Reuters quoted bill co-author and Mexico City Assemblyman Leonel Luna. “You wouldn’t have to go through the torturous process of divorce,” continued Luna, a member of the leftist Party of the Democratic Revolution. MORE
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