This is a season of changes for the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith.
First, let me say that I think His Holiness is trying slowly to restore the CDF to its proper importance.
We have seen in recent times the … Continue reading →

Here is a reworking of a post from last year it includes PODCAzT 36.
Today is the Feast of the one whom the Lord called the greatest man ever born of woman.
Here is his entry … Continue reading →

 07-06-24 St. Augustine on John the Baptist; Ut queant laxis [29:04m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Read my take on Amerika‘s 22 June editorial.
Response to America Magazine’s Editorial “Community of Disciples” (22 June 2009)
It is a sad state of affairs when America Magazine‘s editors can’t even get … Continue reading →

From CNA:
U.S. bishops express support for Bishop D’Arcy on Notre Dame

Bishop John D’Arcy

San Antonio, Texas, Jun 23, 2009 / 05:02 pm (CNA).- The latest gathering of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) expressed “appreciation and support” for Bishop of … Continue reading →

From CNA with my emphases and comments:
Obama plan to disband Bioethics Council draws criticism
Washington D.C., Jun 23, 2009 / 06:14 am (CNA).- Last week, it was made public that President Obama will disband the President’s Council on Bioethics, and create … Continue reading →

Waiting for a flight… NYT Crossword … 8 minutes.

I almost never do these.  As a matter of fact, I haven’t worked a crossword for very long time. 
I usually get hung up with the pop culture references, but this one … Continue reading →

In your charity please pray for the repose of the soul of Fr Tim Vakoc, a military chaplain severely wounded in Iraq years ago. He was finally overcome by his wounds.
We were in seminary together in St. Paul.
The funeral … Continue reading →