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A respected Italian reporter who has covered the Vatican for more than 40 years made an assertion that would have astounded Catholics worldwide as little as five years ago. “The battles that Pope Francis has given up fighting are those in defense of the unborn, of the Christian vision of procreation and the family,” Sandro … Read more
The papal posse discusses the latest developments for the Synod on Synodality.
Catholics who have not lost sight of the eschatological promise at the heart of Christ’s message are well acquainted with the slanderous label “conspiracy theorist.” Those of us still discerning the “signs of the times,” who are keenly aware of historical typologies, who keep watch of men and their plots, are considered paranoid kooks and … Read more
From Sky News: Pope Francis has challenged European leaders to open their ports to people fleeing hardship and poverty, insisting the continent does not face a migration “emergency” but rather a long-term reality governments must deal with humanely. Francis said talk of a migration “emergency” only fuels “alarmist propaganda” and stokes people’s fears. “Those who … Read more
From Crux: U.S. bishops have consistently opposed the “Secure the Border Act of 2023” and the provisions outlined in the “Continuing Appropriations and Border Enhancement Act of 2024” budget proposal. Broglio said in his letter that the provisions are “counterproductive and harmful.” “My brother bishops and I continue to believe that such provisions would … Read more
The former Prefect of the Dicastery (formerly Congregation) for the Doctrine of the Faith, Cardinal Gerhard Müller, has issued a strong statement of support for Bishop Joseph Strickland of Tyler, Texas, advising him to “not resign.” In a statement published on kath.net September 21, Müller offered his support to Strickland. “It is terrible what is … Read more
As I write this, a “1 Million March 4 Children” against gender theory indoctrination is taking place in Canada. Whether a literal million people will march is yet to be seen, and whether it will have any effect is also not certain. I must say, however, that I am a bit enthused that such a … Read more
In our preparation for the Synod, here in the Archdiocese of New York, close to 7,000 people accepted our invitation to attend listening sessions or respond online to issues of concern in the life of the church today. One question I always posed was, “How can we get people back to Sunday Mass? Why have … Read more
In this Sunday Sermon from South Saint Paul, Father breaks down the recent statements of resistance by multiple bishops and cardinals against the Vatican’s Synodal Revolution. Next up, Father delves into the very idea of resisting authority, and explains the foundations for it found in scripture, history, and Church teaching. This humble and charitable … Read more
When he was elevated to Pope a decade ago, there was a widespread hope that Pope Francis would take effective steps to remedy the sexual abuse crisis in the Church. It is now clear that Francis has utterly failed in this regard. His Pontifical Academy for the Protection of Minors has fallen apart and lost … Read more