Monthly Archives: March 2006

We’re still having this discussion regarding the theology of ‘outside the Church no salvation’. I find it remarkable how much passion this subject brings forth. From catholicism.org: “There is but one universal Church of the faithful, outside which no one … Continue reading →

Pope to hold meeting with Roman Curia to discuss reforms and SSPX schismVatican City, Mar. 17, 2006 (CNA) – According to Vatican sources, Pope Benedict XVI has scheduled an unplanned meeting with the presidents of the different Vatican dicasteries, at … Continue reading →

Today’s news from the Vatican included the topics of discussion currently before the College of Cardinals. One of the topics was the resolution of the SSPX. It seems as if the need for canonical establishment of the Latin Mass is … Continue reading →

I got an email from my god-mother Charlene yesterday, about something another parishioner told her. It was concerning quite a serious matter. The way it was described to me, I thought that someone was spreading stories around. Thankfully Charlene went … Continue reading →

The link above is to the Rosary in Latin. Matthew suggested that I learn the Hail Mary and the Our Father in Latin. With the link above, I can also learn the Glory Be, Fatima Prayer, as well as the … Continue reading →

The prodigal son is one of my favorite parables. Not just because the story shows the mercy of God who is always willing to extend pardon to the contrite, but because of the aftermath. The faithful son is upset because … Continue reading →

Last night Emily and I were discussing the fact that St Patrick’s Day falls on a Friday this year. Emily said the Bishop (that would be Justin Cardinal Rigali) of Philadelphia granted an indult so that people will be permitted … Continue reading →

Someone had the foresight to record the consecration of the St Francis de Sales Latin Rite Church in Atlanta, GA. The entire process was described, photographs taken, and all of the prayers and ceremonies written out. Everyone who loves the … Continue reading →

The Gospel from last night’s Mass illustrates the always present tension between the infallible teachings of the Holy Spirit and the fallible men to whom that teaching is instructed. In St Mark’s Gospel, Jesus warned the people: ‘The scribes and … Continue reading →

The subject of Baptism has exploded over on xanga. Many of us moms who lost babies to miscarriage or other tragedy, naturally assume our children are at peace with God. The doctrine of Limbo isn’t one that I heard discussed … Continue reading →