Daily Archives: 21 April 2009

Lateran – Cañizares – TLM – Brick By Brick

Posted on 21 April 2009 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

Once upon when a Cardinal celebrated Holy Mass in one of the Roman Major Basilicas at the Papal Altar it was a special event.  Only the Pope could celebrate at those altars.  A special bull from the Pope had to … Continue reading →

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St. Anselm – 900 years

Posted on 21 April 2009 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

Today is the 900th anniversary of the death of St. Anselm.
His feast day coincides in both the traditional and post-Conciliar calendar.

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NatRev: Fr. Sirico on Pres. Obama at Georgetown

Posted on 21 April 2009 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

From National Review comes this piece by Fr. Robert Sirico of the Acton Institute.
My emphases and comments.
The Catholic Identity CrisisWhat the Georgetown and Notre Dame controversies reveal.
By Rev. Robert A. Sirico
In his speech this week at Georgetown University, President Obama … Continue reading →

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Archbp. Carlson in St. Louis

Posted on 21 April 2009 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

Some photos of Archbishop Carlson are available.

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St. Coleman’s, Cobh, Ireland: Easter Monday TLM

Posted on 21 April 2009 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

In the beautiful St. Colman’s Cathedral of Cobh, Ireland on Easter Monday there was a solemn TLM.  As we reported before, Tomás Luis de Victoria’s (1548-1611) Mass O quam gloriosum was be sung by the Dublin Lassus Scholars

I was sent … Continue reading →

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QUAERITUR: going to another diocese for traditional Confirmation

Posted on 21 April 2009 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

From a reader:
I would like your advise on something.  I am grateful for any time you can give to this.  I’ll try to be brief. If the local Ordinary can not feasibly provide Confirmation in the EF can one legitimately use … Continue reading →

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QUAERITUR: acts of piety during Consecration/Elevation

Posted on 21 April 2009 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

From a reader:
I wanted to inquire about a pious habit I have acquired from my parents who have acquired it from their parents.
At the Mass, immediately following the words of Consecration when the Host is lifted up, when the … Continue reading →

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Vice. Pres. Biden to receive award at Georgetown University

Posted on 21 April 2009 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

From a reader:
Georgetown Law will be giving [Vice-President] Biden the Legal Momentum Hero Award on Wednesday. Would a non-disruptive protest be acceptable? For example, standing at the back of the room with my back turned.
 
Hmmm… I didn’t know about … Continue reading →

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Sarasota, FL: new church dedicated for the traditional Roman Rite

Posted on 21 April 2009 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

From the literal brick by brick department this is from the Diocese of Venice (Florida):
On April 19, 2009 Bishop Frank J. Dewane of the Diocese of Venice in Florida Dedicated Christ the King Church in Sarasota, the first church in … Continue reading →

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QUAERITUR: Choosing Communion on the tongue or hand?

Posted on 21 April 2009 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

From a  reader:
A new convert is considering whether or not to commune by receiving on the tongue (almost never seen in his parish). Can you direct me to an article or post that explains the significance of receiving on the … Continue reading →

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