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- I dread it as it approaches and think of ways to avoid it. (36%, 9,555 Votes)
- I tolerate it. (35%, 9,195 Votes)
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Should the Bishops of the USA have us return to obligatory meatless Fridays during the whole year and not just during Lent?
- Yes, and I think this is very important. (81%, 15,546 Votes)
- Yes, I guess so. (9%, 1,716 Votes)
- No, I hesitate about such a move. (5%, 900 Votes)
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Monthly Archives: November 2010
In town
I am taking a brief break from my visit to the exhibit on the English language at the British Library. They close in at 8 local time tonight, after which I will have eat something. This is a public service … Read More
US bishop hear the word “blog” during meeting
Problem: Catholic Bishops in general today know as much about most social issues – in this case the internet and social networking – as they did about astronomy in the 16th century. With that in mind… a note from the … Read More
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Benedict XVI on the role of bishops conferences
First, let me ask: Have you read Apostolos suos yet, as I suggested elsewhere? As the USCCB has a plenary meeting, as the CEI still hums with the Pope’s message, this comes from CNA: Pope: Bishops’ conferences should serve bishops … Read More
QUAERITUR: Can a church’s name be changed?
Parish mergers happen. When they do, sometimes a new name is cobbled up to identify the new entity. Sometimes, however, names of churches are changed. From a reader: There is a parish in my diocese that was formed years ago … Read More
Catholic priests in the military: serious shortage
Back in the day, I reached out to the US Navy about being a chaplain. I never heard back. I am probably too old now. I have, however, heard stories from chaplain friends about non-Catholic superiors putting head pressure on … Read More
Church sign
Speaking of signs, a reader sent me this shot taken somewhere in Dallas, TX. It made me chuckle.
Change to the coat-of-arms of the Roman Curia?
I found something you should know about. Preamble: Surely someone with little intellectual flexibility will opine that all the heraldry stuff is meaningless in our sophisticated modern world, or that people who are interested in it are, well, as effete … Read More
A priest wonders why there is a revival of exorcists; Fr. Z rants
Take a look at this, from CWN and then… well… just take a look. Prominent US priest bemused by exorcism conference Father Richard Vega, a priest of the Archdiocese of band president of the National Federation of Priests Councils, has … Read More
Of nuntii and bishopese and the “New Evangelization”
I had intended relay this the day Damian posted it on his blog at The Daily Telegraph. I was reminded of it tonight over supper with friends (including the great Fr. Finigan). First, think about the “New Evangelization” that is … Read More
Parenting: nintendo during Mass, Communion
Some food for thought for parents and for priests alike. I remember once how I caught hell from a weak-kneed pastor because I wouldn’t give Communion to a girl quite obviously chewing gum. Nintendo DS on the Communion Line BY … Read More
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