Sinful Silence

The homily this morning, Feast of Sts Peter and Paul, stung me. The newly ordained priest is still full of the zeal. Fr. W has just returned from Rome where he visited the catacombs said to have been a one-time “home” to both St. Peter and St. Paul.
With gospel fire in his [...]

Abortion and Bishops

NOTE: SUMMER READING at Inside Catholic

BISHOPS Probed by US Gov.

In January 2008 the Richmond Virginia chapter of Catholic Charities
arranged for and transported a 15 year-old to an abortion facility.
(See Washington Times story below).

Some of you know have already written to me about Catholic Charities.
In the past I’ve written about Catholic Charities and the(deservedly!)
much criticized Campaign [...]

The CATHOLIC THING

A group of faithful and intelligent Catholics have launched a new website, The Catholic Thing. Some of these Catholic writers are known to me as mentors, friends and colleagues. I’m confident that all are worth your time–a most precious commodity (!)
Here you will find erudite commentary, informative news articles and inspiring faith.
ENJOY!
Also, here is a [...]

Gay Agenda Gears Up for Election Season

Expect to see increased news coverage of gay-related events as we head into the election season.
Obama has pledged to prevent the marriage amendment. The gay lobby is anxious to convince voters that their lifestyle choice is normal, all American and only bigots would say other wise.
The Catholic left participates in this strategy. Here is an [...]

Churches become mosques in Europe

Churches in Belgium are to be turned into mosques as Christian congregations decline while Muslims demand more places to worship.
Two generations of Europeans have steadily drifted from their Christian roots. This process has shaped a new secular and largely amoral leadership throughout Europe. Now, with churches standing empty–or turned into commercial enterprises–is it [...]