Category Archives: Fr. Z KUDOS

The Curé of Blackfen riffs The Curé of Ars: “If only your soul was as beautiful as your iPad!”

Posted on 7 July 2012 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

As I write, people in England have the opportunity to venerate the heart of St. John Vianney. My friend Fr. Tim Finigan, the mighty P.P. of Blackfen, the Dean of Bexley, His Hermeneuticalness, offers a fine post on blog which, … Continue reading →

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The USCCB explains some grammar of the new translation, sort of.

Posted on 6 July 2012 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

I suppose we are now in such a state of affairs that we need to have grammar explained.  That was certainly the case when the Congregation for Divine Worship, in a response to a dubium, had to explain the Latin … Continue reading →

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USCCB responds to group funded by George Soros which issued talking points for newsies to catch out unwary bishops

Posted on 27 June 2012 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

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This is longish, but I think it has to be seen by as many people as possible:
 
Office of Media Relations
3211 Fourth Street NE ? Washington DC 20017 ? 202-541-3200 ? Fax 202-541-3173 USCCB/MR
DATE: June 27, … Continue reading →

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Rachel Campos-Duffy: In defense of all-male service at the Lord’s altar

Posted on 27 June 2012 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

From Rachel Campos-Duffy comes this re: altar boys.
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According to the Communications Office of the Diocese of Phoenix, there is growing evidence to support the claim that where altar service is limited to boys, priestly vocations increase. The best example is … Continue reading →

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Angry priest: “I’ve had it!” with sacrament prep of young people!

Posted on 21 June 2012 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

A while back I gave a talk in Chicago to the group Legatus.  I had the great pleasure of meeting several great priests.  One of them was Fr. Richard Simon, Pastor of St. Lambert’s in Skokie. Fr. Simon is a … Continue reading →

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On altar rails and sanctuaries and proper liturgical roles

Posted on 20 June 2012 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

At Pray The Mass Fr Evan Harkins has a reflection on altar rails. Per force, he digs into what a “sanctuary” is.
Here is an excerpt with my emphases:
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Practically, the rail is a help to people, both physically and spiritually. The use … Continue reading →

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Bp. Davies (D. Shrewsbury) defends marriage: politicians who give lips service to the family must now act

Posted on 3 June 2012 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

Pres. Obama, The First Gay President, is not the only one undermining our first freedoms.
We have been keeping an eye His Excellency Most Rev. Mark Davies, Bishop of Shrewsbury (south of the River Mersey next to Liverpool, the southern parts … Continue reading →

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Catholic organizations file religious liberty lawsuits against the federal government in a dozen jurisdictions

Posted on 21 May 2012 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

For a full list you can go here.
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As you know, The First Gay President, Pres. Obama, has been undermining our 1st Amendment rights.  He has been attacking the Catholic Church, directly and through his minions such as the deplorable Kathleen … Continue reading →

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A great coup for the National Shrine of St Paul, in St. Paul, Minnesota! WDTPRS kudos!

Posted on 11 May 2012 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

UPDATE: The coup is bigger than I originally thought.
People can now gain the same indulgences by visiting the National Shrine as they can by visiting  the Roman Basilica St. Paul’s outside-the-walls.
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This is truly a “Brick by Brick” story!
I read a … Continue reading →

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The Platteville Food Fight: Fishwrap weighs in! (Fr. Z makes a SUGGESTION.)

Posted on 2 May 2012 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

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National catholic Fishwrap has now picked up on the ecclesial food fight going on in Platteville, WI (D. Madison – Bp. Morlino), about which I have posted before (HERE).
You will be shocked to learn that … Continue reading →

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