Today, I had the grace and privilege of speaking at St. Theresa’s Shrine in Nasonville, Rhode Island — the very first shrine in the world dedicated to the Little Flower. The occasion was especially meaningful, as it formed part of the celebration … Continue reading →
My homily for the Feast of the Triumph of the Cross: “The Triumph of the Cross: Hope in the Darkness” Mass school shootings, the brutal murder of a woman on a train, and the assassination of a young man speaking … Continue reading →
I recently came across an article by a respected and erudite Catholic layman who suggested that Pope Leo XIV will not revoke Traditionis Custodes because Popes don’t typically overturn decisions made by their predecessors. While this may hold true in many cases, … Continue reading →
A Song Born from Fire, Faith, and Freedom Every time we stand to sing The Star-Spangled Banner, we recall a night of great uncertainty—and a morning of enduring hope. The War That Threatened a Nation In the dark days of … Continue reading →
Lately, my Facebook feed has been filled with posts calling for the canonization of Pope Francis. Occasionally, I also see similar calls for Pope Benedict XVI or Pope Pius XII. Please—before you jump to criticize me for saying this, just … Continue reading →
Today is the 108th Anniversary of the First Apparition of Our Lady of Fatima. Let us examine the Prophetic Link Between Fatima, Pope Leo XIII, and Pope Leo XIV. On May 13, 1917, in a remote field in Cova da … Continue reading →
You can print 4 prayer cards on the back and front of an 8 1/2″ x 11′ [Download PDF here] Prayer for the Election of a Holy Pope In the Month of Mary and Under Her Immaculate Mantle O Most … Continue reading →
Rank Papal Name Why It’s Likely 1 John Extremely popular historically (23 popes). Safe, traditional, seen as pastoral and loving (e.g., St. John the Apostle, John XXIII “Good Pope John”). 2 Paul Tied to missionary zeal (St. Paul), reform, and … Continue reading →
Today we turn to one of the most extraordinary saints in the history of the Church: St. Catherine of Siena. She was not a priest, not a bishop, not a theologian by degree. She was a young laywoman—third order Dominican, mystic, … Continue reading →
Here is an updated list with the name of the cardinal who became pope. Papal Name Last Used Cardinal’s Name Before Election How Long Ago Notes Adrian Adrian VI (1523) Adrian Florensz Boeyens 502 years ago Widely skipped Agapetus Agapetus … Continue reading →
