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June 29th, 2012 A.D.

To Our Bishops on the Feast of Sts. Peter and Paul…

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Progressive catholics have joined both the Magisterium of Nuns as well as the secular media in playing the metaphorical equivalent of “Whack-a-Mole,” the arcade game where players with big, poofy mallets beat on a dozen or so moles who dare … Continue reading

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June 27th, 2012 A.D.

Casual Quips on Our Capricious Culture, 1.5

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Some who argue against withholding the Eucharist from dissenting “catholyc” politicians are quick to note Jesus gave his body and blood to Judas despite knowing Judas would betray him.  Great way to attempt an argument – by appealing to the … Continue reading

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June 25th, 2012 A.D.

Personally Opposed to the Personally Opposed

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One way to get my Ticked-Off-O-Meter into the red zone is to bring up politicians who say their religious beliefs can’t intrude on their public duties.  As St. Thomas More was portrayed as saying in A Man for All Seasons, … Continue reading

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June 22nd, 2012 A.D.

Twin Towers of the Catholic Church

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At a time when our national symbol, the bald eagle, has morphed into a weather vane and the only things that aren’t for sale in Washington are the President’s golf clubs, it’s tempting to become cynical.  Fortunately for us Catholics, … Continue reading

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June 20th, 2012 A.D.

Toasting Innovation

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Some things you just can’t make up. There I was hitting some favorite and often informative blogs when, as suddenly as the Parousia, the ad for “Jesus Toaster” appeared on my screen.  No joke.  For $31.95, plus shipping and handling … Continue reading

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June 18th, 2012 A.D.

From the Mouths of Experts

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Every so often statements emerge from “expert” or “official catholycs” that bring to mind a favorite quote from Popeye the Sailor:  “I’ve had all I can stands, and I can’t stands no more!”  I reached that point while reading a … Continue reading

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