Monthly Archives: August 2010

SSPX Superior Bp. Fellay v. SSPX Bp. Williamson

Posted on 25 August 2010 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

Brian Mershon posted at the site of The Remnant a story concerning the reaction of the SSPX’s Superior Bp. Bernard Fellay to the remarks published (made public) by SSPX Bp. Richard Williamson (which I examined here).
Let’s have a look with … Continue reading →

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“Oremus Pro Pontifice” stuff and store

Posted on 25 August 2010 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

REQUEST: If you have ordered or received some of these buttons or mugs, etc., or any other Z-stuff – could you send photos?  Also, send a note if any of these has started or helped a … Continue reading →

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How to refute “I was born this way and therefore it is okay” argument

Posted on 25 August 2010 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

As you know I posted about the controversial back and forth in the Diocese of El Paso.
I have just watch a video of a TV "debate" between Fr. Rodriguez and a homosexual activist.
The activist put forward the usual cant: Jesus … Continue reading →

Posted in My View, SESSIUNCULA | 84 Comments

Detroit 26 Sept – Benefit Dinner for Call To Holiness

Posted on 25 August 2010 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

If you are in the Detroit, or even if you are farther away, you might pencil in 26 September.
You may have heard of the Call To Holiness Conferences held annually in the Detroit area.   These conferences serve as a faithful … Continue reading →

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Not just the anniversary of martyrdom of St. Bartholomew

Posted on 24 August 2010 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

Today is not just the anniversary of martyrdom of St. Bartholomew
In 79 A.D. — Vesuvius erupted, burying Pompeii, Herculaneum and Stabiae
In 410 A.D. — Alaric sacked Rome

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The Feeder Feed: feathers

Posted on 24 August 2010 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

Some shots from the feeder.
I have taken to calling this one Moses.

This is not a molting thing. 
This bird has been coming for a long time and has always had these little tufts.

Hummingbirds are also interested in … Continue reading →

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Traditional Confirmations in London

Posted on 24 August 2010 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

I am happy to report that in London, at St. James Church, Spanish Place, confirmandi will receive the Sacrament of Confirmation in the older, traditional, Extraordinary Form of the Roman Rite at the hands of Bishop George Stack, auxiliary bishop … Continue reading →

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Video interview of Msgr. Charles Scicluna: “words of fire”

Posted on 24 August 2010 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

My friend Greg Burke, the Rome correspondent for Fox News, scored an interview – video interview – with Msgr. Charles Scicluna of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith who handles graviora delicta cases.
Vatican Prosecutor: Pope Showed “Frustration and … Continue reading →

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On remarks of a priest and his bishop in El Paso

Posted on 23 August 2010 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

Fr. Michael Rodriguez, a priest of the Diocese of El Paso, offered an op-ed piece to the local secular newspaper. It was printed on 2 August 2 in the El Paso Times.
Here is the piece by Fr. Rodriquez with my … Continue reading →

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SSPX Bp. Williamson v. The Pope of Christian Unity

Posted on 23 August 2010 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

It seems that SSPX Bishop Richard Williamson is a bit worried. 
To his latest piece, which I received by email from a reader, I add my emphases and comments. 
Before we start drilling, however, here are a few points to … Continue reading →

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