Monthly Archives: April 2011

St. Stanislaus

Yesterday the Church celebrated St. Stanislaus, bishop and martyr. “St. Stanislaus was the Bishop of Cracow, Poland. A champion of the liberty of the Church and of the dignity of man, he defended the lonely and the poor. When he … Continue reading

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The Fifth Sunday in Lent

Reflection for the Sunday Readings. Readings: Ezekiel 37:12-14;Psalm 130:1-8; Romans 8:8-11;John 11:1-45            Today, as the Church celebrates the third and final Scrutiny for the Elect of God, the readings prepare us for the death and resurrection of our Lord.  The elect, … Continue reading

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Homily for the Fifth Sunday in Lent

I am still working on my Sunday reflection sheet that is handed out at Mass, and   posted on my blog, but Deacon Greg has just posted his homily. “Every now and then, you’ll find a film critic who bemoans the … Continue reading

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No Government Shutdown and Bad News for Pro Abortion Advocates

Our congressional leaders have reached a temporary agreement and avoided a shut down. See miracles are still possible. It seems that there is still hope that funding for Planned Parenthood will end. Thomas Peters of Catholic Vote has the scoop. … Continue reading

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Episcopal Church: Its Good Friday, let’s celebrate Earth Day

Unbelievable. Mollie over at Get Religions reports: Episcopal Church: This Good Friday, let’s celebrate Earth Day The story is a mostly straightforward report — albeit written in The Daily Caller’s winking, knowing fashion — about how the Episcopal Church’s office … Continue reading

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Priest who overcame stuttering known as talented speaker

My favorite deacon’s uncle was the celebrant for our wedding. When I met him prior to our big day, I was quite dismayed to discover that the dear man stuttered. But my husband’s sister got married two weeks before we … Continue reading

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Planned Parenthood Not so Pretty in Pink

Kathyrn Jean Lopez has an article on how Planned Parenthood’s brand is being discredited.H/T Pew Sitter. Planned Parenthood’s Pink in Hot Water The nation’s largest abortion provider is on notice Thursday marks Lobby Day on Capitol Hill for Planned Parenthood. … Continue reading

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Saint of the Day: John Baptist de la Salle

Complete dedication to what he saw as God’s will for him, dominates the life of John Baptist de LaSalle. Founder of the Brothers of the Christian Schools, or Christian Brothers, he was canonized in 1900. In 1950 Pope Pius XII … Continue reading

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A Small Step for Truth and Freedom

I doubt that this will hold up to appeal. But it is encouraging. H/T Mark  Shea. A Sangamon County Circuit Court judge on Tuesday struck down a 6-year-old state rule that required Illinois pharmacies to dispense emergency contraception. Judge John … Continue reading

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Archbishop to Flock: Cohabitation is a Grave Sin

Most Rev. Michael J. Sheehan Archbishop of Santa Fe, has some strong words for his flock in his  Pastoral Care of Couples Who are Cohabitating. H/T Fr. Z and Deacon Greg. Excerpt We have three groups of people who are … Continue reading

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