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2021-02-05T10:15:25-06:00

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Study Reveals Using A Saint In Your Profile Picture Increases Holiness

Last updated on: February 5, 2021 at 10:15 am By Coffee & Crucifix

***SATIRE*** A groundbreaking study has revealed there is a correlation between the type of profile picture you use on social media and your impeccability. It is believed if you use a picture of your favorite saint or pope, you automatically acquire an astronomical amount of holiness. We don’t know where this study came from, but it was briefly mentioned on the RETVRN TO TRADITION podcast, so it has to be legit. “I don’t have to worry about whether the way... Read more

2021-01-13T13:12:19-06:00

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The Power Of Words And The Cult Of Personality

Last updated on: January 13, 2021 at 1:12 pm By Coffee & Crucifix

As a guitarist, I would explore as many influential artists as I could in order to refine my riff-making skills. A couple of heavy metal bands I used to frequently listen to were Slayer and Pantera — mainly because of their aggressive styles of guitar playing. But as I got older and eventually had children of my own, I began to realize the vulnerable curiosity they had towards my own words as well as the lyrics of music I would... Read more

Political Correctness

2021-01-05T10:39:46-06:00

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The Pro-Life Authenticity of The Mandalorian

Last updated on: January 5, 2021 at 10:39 am By Coffee & Crucifix

With the conclusion of the season finale of the television series The Mandalorian, it is without a doubt one of the best examples of visual storytelling in the Star Wars universe since Return of the Jedi. But it is not just the aesthetics and attention to detail that make this series an instant classic, but the morality behind the protagonist’s character that makes it a force to be reckoned with. Before you proceed to read the rest of the article,... Read more

2021-02-05T10:59:14-06:00

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New progressive bible translation says ‘manna and womanna’ fell from Heaven

Last updated on: February 5, 2021 at 10:59 am By Coffee & Crucifix

***SATIRE*** In a bold move, modern scholars have decided to update the language in the American English translations of the Holy Bible. After U.S. Democratic Congressman Emanuel Cleaver ended the opening prayer with ‘Amen and A-woman,’ an entire theological can of worms was opened up that nobody saw coming. In the wake of the controversy, an outspoken atheist critic weighed in on Twitter, “What kind of a loving sky-daddy only gives one flavor of manna? Torturing people with feeding them the... Read more

Progressive Christianity

2021-01-01T22:53:46-06:00

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Vatican declares ‘Festivus’ a holy day of obligation

Last updated on: February 5, 2021 at 10:59 am By Coffee & Crucifix

***SATIRE*** In the wake of an unexpectedly difficult year, the Vatican has added a new holy day of obligation to the liturgical calendar. With nations undergoing precautionary measures to offset the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Catholic Church now considers December 23 (popularly known as ‘Festivus‘) to be an important day conducive to the season of Advent leading up to Christmas Day. For those unfamiliar with the background of this day, the term ‘Festivus’ was popularized by Frank Costanza... Read more

2020-12-17T16:41:10-06:00

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Bible School Relationships, Sexuality and Purity Culture

Last updated on: December 17, 2020 at 4:41 pm By Coffee & Crucifix

There’s an ongoing joke among the Evangelical circles I’ve associated with regarding Bible college that says, “Ring by spring or your money back!” Though the ‘money back’ part isn’t exactly true, there an underlying, not-so-subtle expectation among Christian young adults that they might happen to meet their significant other while attending Bible college. The expectations vary among individuals, and it would be disingenuous of me to say that every Christian goes to Bible college specifically to get married. Many Christians... Read more

2020-12-11T11:01:46-06:00

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Why Does The Catholic Bible Have Additional Books?

Last updated on: December 11, 2020 at 11:01 am By Coffee & Crucifix

Christians all over the world unanimously agree that the books of the Bible are divinely inspired by God. But between Protestants, Catholics and Orthodox Christians, there is much disagreement in which books are considered to be inspired. While they all contain 27 books in their New Testament, they vary in how many books are included in their Old Testament canons. While the Protestant bible contains 66 books in total, the Catholic bible has 73 books as well as additional passages... Read more

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2021-02-05T11:00:24-06:00

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New pope projected to be lead singer of metal band Ghost

Last updated on: February 5, 2021 at 11:00 am By Coffee & Crucifix

***SATIRE*** Well, it happened. Catholics all over North America have had enough of that Francis-guy and pushed the Vatican to hold another conclave in a rush to choose the next Pope. But as it turns out, it wasn’t someone anyone had expected. As smoke billowed from the chimney of St. Peter’s Basilica, the sky darkened and the sound of roaring guitars, wailing drums and piercing synthesizers could be heard resonating behind the Vatican City walls. The new (un)holy father happens... Read more

2021-02-05T11:00:59-06:00

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Protestant believes in Purgatory after long drive through Saskatchewan

Last updated on: February 5, 2021 at 11:00 am By Coffee & Crucifix

***SATIRE*** Calvin Wesley, a Bible-believing follower of Christ and devout Protestant, was on his way to Winnipeg, Manitoba to visit friends and relatives for the holidays. Typically he would fly to and from his hometown in Vancouver, British Columbia since the short flight, though more expensive, just made much more sense timewise. But due to unprecedented flight restrictions due to the COVID-19 pandemic, he decided to make the 24-hour road trip for the first time. Little did he realize his... Read more

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