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The "sign of peace" during Mass in the Ordinary Form...
- I dread it as it approaches and think of ways to avoid it. (36%, 9,555 Votes)
- I tolerate it. (35%, 9,195 Votes)
- I hate it so much I won't go to Mass where it is done. (12%, 3,205 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)
- No, this would be a really bad idea. (3%, 511 Votes)
- I don't care. (2%, 431 Votes)
- What's penance? (1%, 152 Votes)
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Monthly Archives: September 2025
Tonight (Sept. 7–8, 2025), the moon will slip into Earth’s shadow for a total lunar eclipse — creating a dramatic ‘blood moon’.
From Space.com Tonight (Sept. 7–8, 2025), the moon will slip into Earth’s shadow for a total lunar eclipse — creating a dramatic ‘blood moon’. It’s completely safe to watch with the naked eye; no filters or glasses are needed. All … Read More
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8 September – Feast of the Nativity of Mary and a “flash of anamnesis”
The Nativity of Mary, which we celebrate on 8 September – let’s get out ahead of it this time – is older than the Feast of the Immaculate Conception, which was precisely nine months ago. Stop for a moment. Consider … Read More
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Daily Rome Shot 1424
Please remember me when shopping online and use my affiliate links. US HERE – WHY? This helps to pay for health insurance (massively hiked for this new year of surprises), utilities, groceries, etc.. At no extra cost, you provide help for which … Read More
Your Sunday Sermon Notes – 13th Sunday after Pentecost (N.O.: 23rd) 2025
Too many people today are without good, strong preaching, to the detriment of all. Share the good stuff. Was there a GOOD point made in the sermon you heard at your Mass of obligation for this 13th Sunday after Pentecost, … Read More
A picture is worth a thousand words: An image from the Jesuit fueled (alphabet soup disordered) Jubilee visit to St. Peter’s Basilica
Today’s Mass, Votive of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, is for the intentions of her Immaculate Heart… which includes REPARATION. The Remnant posted these photos from St. Peter’s this morning of the LGBT procession into Rome. Note the demonic claws … Read More
5 September – St. Teresa of Calcutta
I should probably have posted this a couple days ago so that priests could have the texts. Today is the Feast of St. (Mother) Teresa of Calcutta. For those who say the Vetus Ordo, it is possible to celebrate her … Read More
Daily Rome Shot 1423 – ALERT!
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More bad news from Charlotte – UPDATE
UPDATE: Someone should remind the Bishop of Charlotte of the USCCB position on liturgical screens: pic.twitter.com/Gjc1zpiWlS — Multiclassing Cleric (@lukei4655) September 5, 2025 Firstly, I warmly recommend the documentary Bread Not Stones. It puts a human face on the reports … Read More
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