Inspired by Truth, Enlightening Minds for the Church in Canada and Throughout the World
Inspired by Truth, Enlightening Minds for the Church in Canada and Throughout the World
For the Son of Man has come to seek and save what was lost. (Lk. 19:10) ⧾ The conversion of Zacchaeus may be said to be a consequence of our Lord’s preaching. Last Sunday we heard the parable of the tax collector and the Pharisee and given the sequence in the narrative, it is possible[…]
BENEDICT XVI GENERAL AUDIENCE Saint Peter’s Square Wednesday, 11 October 2006 Simon and Jude Dear Brothers and Sisters, Today, let us examine two of the Twelve Apostles: Simon the Cananaean and Jude Thaddaeus (not to be confused with Judas Iscariot). Let us look at them together, not only because they are always placed next to[…]
Introduction Sexuality is never a simple topic of conversation. Emotions, feelings, hurt… often rise to the surface too quickly for rational discussion. Too often we begin with these feelings to judge the Church’s teachings on sexuality. This has led to our indoctrination by society that our sexuality and our Catholicism do not mix. For many[…]
Recently I came across a show on YouTube called “Cuppa Joe,” which is a great show which centers around discussing topics in Josephology, the theological study of Saint Joseph.[1] This YouTube show, hosted by John David Lewis — who is also the author of the book Journey with Joseph,[2] — features various guests, including well-known[…]
The prayer of the humble pierces the clouds, and it will not rest until it reaches its goal (Sir. 35:17) ⧾ Like all of our Lord’s parables, the parable of the tax collector and the Pharisee is meant to lead gradually to the hidden reality that can be truly discovered only through discipleship (Pope Benedict[…]
‘And yet, when the Son of man returns will he find faith on earth?’ (Lk. 18:8). ⧾ This past week, we marked the 105th anniversary of the last apparition of Our Lady at Fatima in Portugal and the miracle of the sun, witnessed by over seventy thousand people. At Fatima, Our Lady spoke prophetically of[…]
Simone de Beauvoir and Judith Butler are two of the most influential characters in the formulation of the so called ‘Gender Theory’, which in the last 30 years has become the norm in society. Through their famous – or infamous – writings, they began a sexual revolution that has brought to society a false humanistic[…]
Then one of them, when he saw that he was healed, tuned back, praising God with a loud voice. He prostrated himself at Jesus’ feet and thanked him. And he was a Samaritan (Lk. 17:12). ⧾ As our nation marks the Thanksgiving holiday, the Gospel reading today speaks of gratitude and also of a lack[…]
The present vast overpopulation, now far beyond the world carrying capacity, cannot be answered by future reductions in the birth rate due to contraception, sterilization and abortion but must be met in the present by reduction of numbers presently existing. This must be done with whatever means necessary. (Initiative for the United Nations ECO 92[…]
A pregnant woman in the state of Texas was recently given a ticket for driving her car in the HOV (High Occupancy Vehicle) Lane. According to the statute, two or more persons are required in the vehicle to legally use this lane. She is going to court to contest the ticket. Her argument is simple: […]
