Daily Archives: 7 May 2007

Something many don’t believe

When I mention that I (the guy from The Wanderer) and Mr. John L. Allen (of the National Catholic Reporter) are friends, some don’t believe me, though why I cannot tell. Today there was an informal meeting of journalists at … Read More

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Some good news on the nomination front

RINUNCE E NOMINE , 07.05.2007 NOMINA DEL SEGRETARIO DELLA CONGREGAZIONE PER IL CLERO Il Santo Padre ha nominato Segretario della Congregazione per il Clero S.E. Mons. Mauro Piacenza, Vescovo tit. di Vittoriana, il quale manterrà ad interim gli incarichi di … Read More

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Condolence from the Pope for Msgr. Schuler’s death

After the death of Msgr. Richard Schuler of St. Agnes in St. Paul (MN), and just before my departure to the USA for his funerl, I sent a letter to the Holy Father to inform him about Msgr. Schuler’s demise.  … Read More

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A bishop and the “Tridentine” Mass: uplifting news

In another entry, there is a comment from frequent participant Jon which deserves to be showcased (my emphases):   I had a pleasant surprise yesterday. Bishop Kevin Rhoades, our bishop in Harrisburg, was on hand for a High Mass celebrated … Read More

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A couple window views

Yesterday evening before heading out to supper (which some of you apparently think I should never eat, or at least must eat in a shabby sort of manner) the light was amazing and required photos.  Here are a couple shots … Read More

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Connecticut bishop blogs about abortifacients in Catholic hospitals

Over at Shouts I learned of the existence of an episcopal blog.  H.E. Most Rev. William Lori, Bp. of Bridgeport, in Connecticut, is now blogging. As an interesting coincidence I also learned of a story on Lifesite entitled "Bishops Conferences … Read More

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