Did you notice how the four new bishop were clothed for their ordination by Pope Benedict XVI on Epiphany? Below is a picture of the Holy Father’s personal secretary, Archbishop Georg Gänswein. First, you see his Episcopal cassock, which is … Continue reading →
Since the changes to the Mass, following Vatican II, almost everywhere you go the priest is facing the people. However, in the Roman Missal itself, there are rubrics (the directions) that tell the priest when to face the people. This … Continue reading →
In the recent weeks, there has been a controversy surrounding the annual Christmas Tree lighting in the Rhode Island State House. Governor Chafee doesn’t wants to call it a Holiday Tree and others are really upset with the change. Does … Continue reading →
I’ve waited for this day for a long time! Last year we received the new and corrected translation of the Roman Missal. This year, we have our brand spanking new Vatican II Hymnals. Special thanks goes out to Jeff Ostrowski … Continue reading →
Have you made you Consecration to the Sacred Heart as Pope Pius XI requested when he promulgated this Solemnity on December 11, 1925? I led the Consecration following distribution of Holy Communion at all of my Masses this weekend. It’s … Continue reading →
Just finished watching “For Greater Glory” for the 5th or so time. My favorite scene is when Blessed Jose traces the cross in the dirt, kisses it and says, “I’m going home!” Oh, if we Catholics had such zeal and … Continue reading →
Today is the feast of Fr. Miguel Agustin Pro, S.J. He was a martyr of the Mexican persecution of the Catholic Church. Blessed Miguel Pro, pray that we may be faithful to Christ and His Church in these difficult times. … Continue reading →
How cool is this picture! Outside the Priory of Our Lady of Ephesus in northwest Missouri, The Benedictines of Mary, Queen of Apostles, in an effort to fulfill the many orders coming in through their website, take in delivery of their ADVENT AT EPHESUS CD. It’s … Continue reading →
In 30 days, we can all say good bye! Yes, that’s right, the end is finally here. Well, that is if you believe the Mayan Calendar. Just do a search on “What’s going to happen on December 12, 2012” and … Continue reading →
On November 2nd, we celebrated All Souls Day. Everyone was focused on praying for the Poor Souls. Now that the month is almost over, have you forgotten to pray for the Souls in Purgatory? Throughout the month, I try to … Continue reading →