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2022-11-28T20:29:44-05:00

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Graphic Images and the Pro-Life Message…

Last updated on: November 28, 2022 at 8:29 pm By Katrina Fernandez

… Today marks the 41st anniversary of Roe V. Wade and hundreds of thousands of folks took to DC to participate in the March for Life. Therefore, I think it’s timely to take a moment and reflect on Abby Johnson’s words regarding the use of graphic images by pro-life organizations and individuals. Some background; it all started here. In response to Destiny Herndon-De La Rosa’s questions on facebook Abby Johnson wrote back. Simcha Fisher reposted, with permission, her reply. Simcha... Read more

Sanctity of Life

2015-01-10T21:38:04-05:00

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Owning a Dog Makes You Crazy…

Last updated on: January 10, 2015 at 9:38 pm By Katrina Fernandez

… As you may have recalled, we got a dog right before Christmas. In that time I’ve discovered a very disturbing and embarrassing fact about myself. Dog ownership will make you lose your mind. Like forget how to speak proper English lose your mind. Because look at this face… Isn’t dat da sweetest most kissable widdle puppy kiss face you’ve ever seen?!? Yes it is! Kissy widdle pup face. Who’s momma’s bestest boy? You are! Yes you are! Read more

Bat Shit Crazy

2015-01-10T21:38:04-05:00

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Friday is Truly a Day of Penance…

Last updated on: January 10, 2015 at 9:38 pm By Katrina Fernandez

… Ask me what kind of day I’ve had. Go ahead. Ask. It started with a typical work conversation. Because, the general public… Me: What’s your phone number Dude: blah blah blah numbers numbers numbers Me: Is that a mobile number? Dude: No, it’s a cell. Then against my better judgement I allowed my Sadistic Marathon Runner friend to talk me out my typical Friday liquid lunch at the margarita bar. She had a better suggestion. Let’s take the fat... Read more

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2015-01-10T21:38:04-05:00

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9 Days of Prayer For Life…

Last updated on: January 10, 2015 at 9:38 pm By Katrina Fernandez

… I am fortunate enough to live within reasonable driving distance to the Washington DC area, which gives me the geographical advantage of being able to attend the March for Life. Ok, so I’ve only been to one march; and what an experience it was. Unfortunately, this year the day job, yes I have a real job (two, in fact), prevents me from making it. That doesn’t mean I can’t be there in spirit. In fact, anyone who can’t make... Read more

Sanctity of Life

March For Life

2015-01-10T21:38:05-05:00

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That awkward moment when the media realizes the Pope’s still Catholic…

Last updated on: January 10, 2015 at 9:38 pm By Katrina Fernandez

… It looks something like this. VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis made his toughest remarks to date on abortion when he called the practice “horrific” on Monday. “It is horrific even to think that there are children, victims of abortion, who will never see the light of day,” the pontiff said during his yearly address to diplomats accredited to the Vatican, a speech known as his “State of the World” address. Conservatives in the Roman Catholic Church had previously accused... Read more

My Religion is Cooler Than Yours

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Sanctity of Life

2015-01-10T21:38:05-05:00

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“We’ve never had sex in Midwife and we never shall.”

Last updated on: January 10, 2015 at 9:38 pm By Katrina Fernandez

… Anybody else watch this show? If not, here’s as good a reason as any to start watching. Call the Midwife Heidi Thomas, who created the award-winning programme, said sexual activity would have no place in the 1950s setting. She told Radio Times magazine: “We’ve never had sex in Midwife and we never shall. We have the consequences of it, certainly, but I always try to look at things within the historic context. “In the East End of the 1950s... Read more

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2017-01-25T19:40:33-05:00

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Pope Francis Names New Cardinals…

Last updated on: January 25, 2017 at 7:40 pm By Katrina Fernandez

Here are the names of the new Cardinals: 1. Pietro Parolin, Titular Archbishop of Acquapendente, Secretary of State 2. Lorenzo Baldisseri, Titular Archbishop of Diocleziana, Secretary General of the Synod of Bishops. 3. Gerhard Ludwig Műller, Archbishop-Bishop emeritus of Regensburg, Prefect of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith. 4. Beniamino Stella, Titular Archbishop of Midila, Prefect of the Congregation for the Clergy. 5. Vincent Nichols, Archbishop of Westminster (Great Britain). 6. Leopoldo José Brenes Solórzano, Archbishop of Managua... Read more

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Pope Francis

2017-01-26T21:34:52-05:00

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Celebrating the Baptism of Our Lord in Art…

Last updated on: January 26, 2017 at 9:34 pm By Katrina Fernandez

… Giovanni Bellini, Baptism of Christ c. 1500-02 Today the Church celebrates the Solemnity of the Baptism of Our Lord. This brings to an end the season of Christmas. The Church recalls Our Lord’s second manifestation or epiphany which occurred on the occasion of His baptism in the Jordan. Jesus descended into the River to sanctify its waters and to give them the power to beget sons of God. The event takes on the importance of a second creation in... Read more

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Baptism Of Our Lord

2015-01-10T21:38:05-05:00

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23 signs you are a narcissist and men should probably avoid you at all costs…

Last updated on: January 10, 2015 at 9:38 pm By Katrina Fernandez

… Huffington Post never fails to amuse, what with it’s limitless supply of young narcissists. Meet of one of the newest additions to their writing staff, Ms. Vanessa Elizabeth, marriage mocker and travel extraordinaire. Oh, goody. I’ve been noticing more and more people getting engaged and/or married under the age of 23. I get it. It’s cold outside… you want to cuddle and talk about your feelings… life after graduation is a tough transition… so why not just cut to... Read more

Feminism is Misogynistic

Vapid Cliched Inanity Disguised As Original And Intelligent Thought

2015-01-10T21:38:05-05:00

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What does it all mean…

Last updated on: January 10, 2015 at 9:38 pm By Katrina Fernandez

… I’ve had some crazy vivid dreams before but this one takes the cake. Let me see if I can accurately articulate the oddness of it all… So there I was, sitting in some burger joint. I want to say it was a Five Guys. I was having dinner with a group of friends when suddenly in walks Pope Francis. Very discreetly he sits down at a table by himself and starts to eat a hamburger. All my friends started... Read more

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