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February 2013

February 14, 2013

Muskrat on Friday? You Must Be in Michigan!

It’s black and oily and it looks like a hapless rat, its rib cage filled...

February 14, 2013

This Is Romance? St. Valentine’s Story

He was a priest in Rome. No, he was a bishop in Interamna (now the...

February 13, 2013

Pope, President Offer Point/Counterpoint on Marriage

In his inaugural address on Monday, January 21, Barack Obama called for Americans to embrace...

February 13, 2013

Getting Into a Pope Pool? DON’T DO IT!

Everyone’s talking about Pope Benedict’s resignation, and wondering who will be elected by the Cardinals...

February 13, 2013

Crowds Gather in Paul VI Hall for First Papal Audience Since the Big Announcement

In the winter, or whenever the weather is inclement, the Pope’s regular Wednesday General...

February 12, 2013

A JUXTAPOSITION OF SYMBOLS: Keep Your Sacrifices Secret. And Plaster Ashes All Over Your Face.

It’s kinda funny. In the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus warns us against doing good in...

February 12, 2013

Funny? Kim Kardashian Meets Christ the Redeemer

Cristo Redentor (in English, Christ the Redeemer), the world’s largest statue, is a cultural icon: ...

February 11, 2013

Pope Benedict is old and tired. He is also holy and wise.

I understand that “tired” feeling. Lately, some days I’ve found myself wringing my hands [metaphorically...

February 08, 2013

ASH WEDNESDAY: Remember, Man, That You Are Dust

Remember, man, that you are dust, and unto dust you shall return. –Genesis 3:19 Yeah,...

February 07, 2013

Do Not Preach Like This….

Priests and deacons: Do not do this. Ever. Do not ever embarrass or harrass your...

February 07, 2013

Should You Support the Walk For Babies?

Spoiler alert: NO. Across America, communities are gearing up for the 2013 Walk For Babies. ...

February 04, 2013

Catholic Coach John Harbaugh Talks About His Faith

“Catholic fans! Hey, you know, say a rosary! Sunday morning for the Ravens!” That’s the...

February 02, 2013

Discouraging News About Priests? Here’s How to REALLY Help

Prayer Warriors, you are needed. This week has brought stark reminders of the vulnerability and...

February 01, 2013

ST. BLASE, PATRON OF THROAT ILLNESSES

It’s great to be Catholic—We have so many cherished friends crowding around the throne of...

January 2013

January 31, 2013

“The Lourdes of Germany”: Our Lady of Altötting and the World Day of the Sick

In southeastern Germany, in the region of Bavaria, there stands an octagonal chapel which dates...

January 30, 2013

MATTHEW TALBOT: Inspiration and Hope for Alcoholics

He was not wealthy. He was not educated. He was not well known. He was...

January 29, 2013

C.S. Lewis Goes to War

One imaginative moment seems now to matter more than the realities that followed. It was...

January 29, 2013

Armed Robber Flees at Name of Jesus

An armed robber in Lake City, Florida, had plans to rob a group of women...

January 28, 2013

Orvieto and the Feast of Corpus Christi

The town of Orvieto is an Etruscan city located in the scenic region of Umbria,...

January 28, 2013

Angels in Paris: A Love Song

In Angels of Paris, author Rosemary Flannery reveals a cityscape filled with angels: angels peeking...

January 26, 2013

WORLD COMMUNICATIONS DAY: Use Social Media for Good, Pope Says

YES to logic, kindness and Christian witness. NO to bluster, star-status and division. YES to...

January 26, 2013

Bible and Billiards: Churches as Community Centers

A travel agency. A drive-through coffee shop. Zumba classes. In southeastern Michigan and across the...

January 25, 2013

FUN FRIDAY: Blessed John Paul II Sings Dynamite

Episode 1 of the new series, "Autotune the Clergy." It's pretty creative, actually!

January 24, 2013

Paris Models Flaunt Roman Collars in Spring Runway Show

The fashion world was buzzing on January 22, as French fashion designer Alexandre Vauthier launched...

January 23, 2013

BABY-KILLING IN PHILIPPINE MYTHOLOGY: Planned Parenthood As Manananggal

IN PHILIPPINE MYTHOLOGY, there is a monster known as a “manananggal.” A fearsome creature, the...

January 23, 2013

In the Eyes of the Beholder: Jesus at the Hard Rock Cafe

Everyone needs to get away once in a while. Could it be that Jesus, too,...

January 22, 2013

How to Make a Baby (Well, Sorta….)

This is one of those cute little Internet memes that are forwarded via Facebook and...

January 21, 2013

On St. Agnes’ Feastday, the Blessing of the Lambs

Sweet St. Agnes had taken a vow of chastity—so she refused when suitors wanted her...

January 20, 2013

Two Ceremonies, Three Bibles, No Scriptures: The 2013 Inauguration

This morning while you were probably still at church, Barack Obama was sworn in as...

January 19, 2013

Darth Vader Meets Barack Obama

On Tuesday, January 22, Washington National Cathedral will host President Barack Obama and Vice President...

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