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2017-01-24T17:52:25-05:00

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G.K. Chesterton Inspired the Lyrics for “Hold On” by “Yes?” UPDATED

Last updated on: January 24, 2017 at 5:52 pm By Frank Weathers

I’ll be the first to admit that I’ve never been a fan of Yes. Their sound sort of grated against my nerves. But I got a little more interested for at least one song when I learned that Jon Anderson was reading G.K. Chesterton around the time the group recorded Hold On in 1983. (more…) Read more

2017-01-24T17:52:27-05:00

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Hundreds of Thousands Protest In France over Same-Sex Marriage Proposals UPDATED

Last updated on: January 24, 2017 at 5:52 pm By Frank Weathers

Andrew Cusack has the best coverage I’ve seen on this protest. France Marches for Marriage Led by a provocative comedian, a gay atheist, and a socialist teacher, protest against same-sex marriage draws one million (more…) Read more

2015-06-07T22:39:11-05:00

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For This Hymn Commemorating the Baptism of Our Lord

Last updated on: June 7, 2015 at 10:39 pm By Frank Weathers

On the Liturgical Calendar today, the Church celebrates the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord. Below is the conclusion of a three part kontakion written by Saint Romanus, the Melodist, in the 6th century. It was written and sung to commemorate this holy event. (more…) Read more

2017-01-24T17:52:29-05:00

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Human Trafficking is Not Just a Third World Problem

Last updated on: January 24, 2017 at 5:52 pm By Frank Weathers

Just ask the folks from Convenant House. They’ve put together a campaign called Abolish Child Trafficking. The USCCB is dedicated to fighting this scourge as well. Timothy Dalrymple shares an interview about efforts to stop this blight timed for what has been designated as a National Weekend of Prayer focused on this issue by Christians. (more…) Read more

2017-01-24T17:52:32-05:00

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Mark Your Calendars, the “March for Life” is January 25th

Last updated on: January 24, 2017 at 5:52 pm By Frank Weathers

The March for Life turns 40 this year, as does the Roe vs. Wade decision. Here’s a video that the Catholic News Service put out for this years’ March for Life. (more…) Read more

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2017-01-24T17:52:34-05:00

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Ignoring the Teachings of the Church is like Flying by the Seat of Your Pants Directly Toward the Ground

Last updated on: January 24, 2017 at 5:52 pm By Frank Weathers

Or to a deserted island, like the fellow who paid a visit to Gilligan’s. Oh my. There goes Frank, again. Got any other metaphors for us? Sure I do. (more…) Read more

2017-01-24T17:52:36-05:00

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Margaret A. Brewer, First Woman Marine General, Catholic, Requiescat in Pace

Last updated on: January 24, 2017 at 5:52 pm By Frank Weathers

I just happened upon this news when I saw it on the official Facebook page of the U.S. Marine Corps (Marines) with this message, “Brigadier General Brewer was an amazing and courageous woman who has left an indelible mark on the rich legacy of our Corps, and she will be missed.” (more…) Read more

2015-04-27T14:15:18-05:00

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Being Conan the Barbarian vs. Being Civil (The Lost Art of Persuasion) UPDATED

Last updated on: April 27, 2015 at 2:15 pm By Frank Weathers

I’ve been not publishing a number of comments these past few days, as they violate the little rule I keep here at the blog. It’s a simple rule based on a passage from St. Paul’s letter to the Ephesians, No foul language should come out of your mouths, but only such as is good for needed edification, that it may impart grace to those who hear. And do not grieve the holy Spirit of God, with which you were sealed for... Read more

2017-01-24T17:52:38-05:00

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Cardinal Dolan’s Own “State of the State” Letter to Gov. Andrew Cuomo of New York

Last updated on: January 24, 2017 at 5:52 pm By Frank Weathers

He sent it under the letterhead of the New York State Catholic Conference. The occasion? The Governor just delivered his State of the State address today, as did other governors. The Cardinal took the opportunity to both praise Governor Cuomo for what he is doing that benefits the common good of society, while chastising him for what he is failing to do to protect its most vulnerable members. It is an even-handed approach that many of us should take when... Read more

2017-01-24T17:52:40-05:00

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What Does California Have In Common With Singapore?

Last updated on: January 24, 2017 at 5:52 pm By Frank Weathers

A low birth-rate problem. Miriam Jordan writes about it in the Wall Street Journal. Declining migration and falling birthrates have led to a drop in the number of children in California just as baby boomers reach retirement, creating an economic and demographic challenge for the nation’s most populous state. (more…) Read more

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