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Benedict: That Voice In The Silence & The Annunciation

Posted on March 25, 2013 by Joseph Horan

Following is a reflection from then Pope Benedict on the Gospel for the Annunciation! Let us listen attentively to the voice of God, the whisper of God, during this Holy Week even as Mary listened at the Annunciation. I greet … Continue reading →

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Pope Francis And The Dictatorship Of Relativism

Posted on March 22, 2013 by Joseph Horan

Today, March 22nd, Francis has made it exceedingly clear that he has no intention whatsoever of deviating from the fundamentals of Pope Benedict’s assessment of secular culture. “But there is another form of poverty! It is the spiritual poverty of … Continue reading →

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Spiritual Minute: Ask For Divine Grace!

Posted on March 19, 2013 by Joseph Horan

A quick word on St. Joseph’s Day! What struck me about Pope Francis’ installation homily was his reference to tenderness. He said we should not be afraid of tenderness, of goodness. This, along with his challenge that we should protect … Continue reading →

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Spiritual Minute: The Preferential Option For The Poor

Posted on March 18, 2013 by Joseph Horan

The option for the poor is much more than a simple social teaching. It is not about standard of living, economic development, or soup kitchens as much as it is about the spirituality of what it means to be a Christian. Serving the … Continue reading →

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More Hilarious Pope Humor!

Posted on March 16, 2013 by Joseph Horan

  This is too good! Pope Francis the jokester!

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Beautiful! Why He Chose Francis

Posted on March 16, 2013 by Joseph Horan

I have a reflection about the option for the poor coming soon! Check back! What an awesome Pope! Endearing and wise!  

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Some Hilarious Pope Humor For You!

Posted on March 15, 2013 by Joseph Horan

I got these from this Facebook page! Hilarious! https://www.facebook.com/TheCatholicMemes

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Simple Liturgy Enriches Grand Liturgy & Vice Versa

Posted on March 15, 2013 by Joseph Horan

I actually would like it if a future Pope wore the Tiara. I don’t think we have to limit ourselves. For example, if the Popes in certain instances went back to using the royal we in language and in writing … Continue reading →

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Attacks On Francis Begin In Earnest

Posted on March 15, 2013 by Joseph Horan

Mark Shea has done a great job defending against early attacks on Pope Francis here. It stands to reason that the radical seculars will be even more up in arms about Francis on account of the fact that he is … Continue reading →

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Warped Reaction To Papal Election

Posted on March 15, 2013 by Joseph Horan

I am shocked by the disrespectful reaction of so many traditionalists as they indulge a ridiculous and overwrought concern for Pope Francis’ liturgical abilities, especially before even taking the time to find out what he really thinks about Benedict’s liturgical … Continue reading →

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