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2017-01-24T17:20:33-05:00

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Meanwhile, Back in the USA, the HHS Mandate Fight Continues…

Last updated on: January 24, 2017 at 5:20 pm By Frank Weathers

It’s kind of hard to tear ourselves away from all of the historic goings-on in Vatican City. But just as the angels asked folks why they were standing around looking up at the sky after Jesus ascended into heaven, so too must we get back to the task of fighting for our freedom to follow the teachings of His Church. (more…) Read more

2017-01-24T17:20:34-05:00

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Your Must Read Post of the Day: Heather King on Pope Francis, Mercy, and Sex

Last updated on: January 24, 2017 at 5:20 pm By Frank Weathers

I’ve shared the thoughts of Heather King in this space a time or two. Unlike me though, Heather is a gifted writer, and one who actually tossed everything from her former life away in order to pursue her writing vocation. Her conversion story is an inspiring example of God’s mercy at work. The upshot? If you aren’t reading her blog Shirt of Flame, you should be. Consider her post on Pope Francis today as Exhibit A in the case to... Read more

2017-01-24T17:20:34-05:00

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Was This the First Time In History That the Bishop of Constantinople Attended the Installation of the Bishop of Rome? UPDATED

Last updated on: January 24, 2017 at 5:20 pm By Frank Weathers

You’ve heard reports about the fact that the Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew’s attendance at the installation of Pope Francis was big news. It would be the first time it had happened in close to a thousand years, we were told. But what if it was the first time ever? (more…) Read more

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2017-01-24T17:20:35-05:00

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What Would the Desert Fathers Think of Pope Francis Blessing the Disabled Man?

Last updated on: January 24, 2017 at 5:20 pm By Frank Weathers

Surely you’ve seen the video of Pope Francis stopping his ride into St. Peter’s Square so he could give a blessing. Deacon Greg shared it earlier, (more…) Read more

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2017-01-24T17:20:35-05:00

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On His Feast Day, A Song St. Joseph Might Like…

Last updated on: January 24, 2017 at 5:20 pm By Frank Weathers

Last year on this day, I shared a letter I wrote to St. Joseph. Afterwards, I went to see if I could find any music that was inspired by him. I came up with nothing. Zero. Zilch. Nada. (more…) Read more

2017-01-24T17:20:36-05:00

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The Homily of Pope Francis at the Inauguration of His Papal Ministry UPDATED

Last updated on: January 24, 2017 at 5:20 pm By Frank Weathers

Courtesy of the good folks at Vatican Radio, delivered on the most beautiful day in Rome in weeks. Here it is in its entirety, Dear Brothers and Sisters, I thank the Lord that I can celebrate this Holy Mass for the inauguration of my Petrine ministry on the solemnity of Saint Joseph, the spouse of the Virgin Mary and the patron of the universal Church. It is a significant coincidence, and it is also the name-day of my venerable predecessor:... Read more

2017-01-24T17:20:36-05:00

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The Installation Mass of Pope Francis…

Last updated on: January 24, 2017 at 5:20 pm By Frank Weathers

Can be viewed in real time here… (more…) Read more

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Not That Anyone is Asking, but Hans Küng Approves of Pope Francis’s Election

Last updated on: September 8, 2016 at 6:24 pm By Frank Weathers

Sure, Fr. Hans Küng believes in the dubious problem of overpopulation, and that the birth control pill is the best thing since sliced bread, etc. But still, you probably didn’t see this tacit endorsement coming. (more…) Read more

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2017-01-24T17:20:36-05:00

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Pope Francis’s Homily Today at St. Anne’s is Simply Beautiful UPDATED

Last updated on: January 24, 2017 at 5:20 pm By Frank Weathers

Pope Francis is a great extemporaneous speaker. Here is the homily that he delivered today. Deacon Greg gives us a taste, but below is the “must see” video. (more…) Read more

2017-01-24T17:20:37-05:00

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What’s In A Name? The Pope Tells Us In His Own Words

Last updated on: January 24, 2017 at 5:20 pm By Frank Weathers

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