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- monstrance on ASK FATHER: Kissing the priest’s hand in the Latin Mass v. the liturgical spirit of Judas. Wherein Fr. Z rants.: “Thank you Fr Z. Then there’s the scene of Pope Francis violently ripping his hand away from the faithful attempting…”
- on ASK FATHER: Kissing the priest’s hand in the Latin Mass v. the liturgical spirit of Judas. Wherein Fr. Z rants.: ““That’s just a remanent of an imperial court…” Sold! I’ll take a double order, please!”
- on ASK FATHER: Kissing the priest’s hand in the Latin Mass v. the liturgical spirit of Judas. Wherein Fr. Z rants.: “Beautiful post Fr.The poem is wonderful.I am 71 yrs of age and i thank God for the Latin Mass.You write…”
- on ASK FATHER: Kissing the priest’s hand in the Latin Mass v. the liturgical spirit of Judas. Wherein Fr. Z rants.: ““Liberals accuse traditionalists of clinging to the useless bowing and scraping of ancient court practices. They won’t kneel! No! They’ve…”
- on ASK FATHER: Kissing the priest’s hand in the Latin Mass v. the liturgical spirit of Judas. Wherein Fr. Z rants.: “When you got to “Sounds like a ritual to me,” it reminded me of the wonderful book by Thomas Edward…”
- on ROME 24/4– Day 28: bad news and good news: “I agree with the above sentiments, given that our government seems hell-bent (literally) on starting a war with Russia over…”
- on ROME 24/4– Day 28: bad news and good news: “Fr Z I agree with MaternalView above. The world situation is shaky and a trip to Poland… next to Ukraine…”
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- on Faith practice declining far and wide…. except…: “Lori announced massive parish closings, along with the suppression of the Latin Mass in diocese. Sure suicide by cutting off…”
- on ROME 24/4– Day 28: bad news and good news: “I think people have lost confidence in all manner of things, airplane manufacturers, airlines, FAA, government agencies who are supposed…”
- on Wednesday after the 2nd Sunday after Easter – traditional Solemnity of ST. JOSEPH! – Terror of demons, Protector of Holy Church!: “Aw, dear St. Joseph. I love him so much. I was blessed to go to a mass of this feast…”
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Monthly Archives: March 2017
Great news for Sacred Music promoters everywhere!
Firstly, did you know that the man who made the magnificent Garand rifle – which helped to win freedom for millions – was named John Cantius Garand? Speaking of John Cantius, I received a note from St. John Cantius in … Read More
Posted in Just Too Cool, Liturgy Science Theatre 3000
Tagged Anthony Esolen, Cantate Domino, Fr. George Rutler, music, sacred music, St. John Cantius
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WDTPRS Laetare – 4th Sunday of Lent (2002MR): “with prompt devotion and eager faith”
The nickname Laetare originated from the first word of the Introit chant for Sunday’s Mass, “Rejoice!” On Laetare Sunday there is a slight relaxation of Lent’s penitential spirit, because we have a glimpse of the joy that is coming at Easter, … Read More
Reader Feedback, Biretta Project Update, A Note to Cops, Challenge Coins
Some reader feedback. First, I received a great note from a seminarian who benefit from the generosity of one of you readers out there. For more on the BIRETTA PROJECT go HERE Next, a snail mail card from a fellow … Read More
Posted in Reader Feedback
Tagged Benedictines of Mary Queen of Apostles, birettas, Challenge Coins, Chris Kennedy, NYPD
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An odd dream
Do some of you find that dreams which come just before rising have a … different quality? This morning I had a particularly vivid dream which is still stuck in my head. Often dreams fade. Not this one. Here are … Read More
ASK FATHER: Away from the Church for 17 years, but I want to return
From a reader… I am a baptized Catholic who strayed far away, dabbled in Buddhism for 17 years, and now realize all that was ridiculous nonsense. I want to come back to the Church. Where do I start? First, good … Read More
The Mysterious Case of the Hallow’s Missing Maniple
I wonder if Tracer Bullet, Private Eye, has any contacts in London. There’s a mystery to be solved. Fr. Hunwicke reported at his fine blog Mutual Enrichment, about the Case of the Missing Maniple. In this case, the case concerns, includes, … Read More
Posted in Mail from priests
Tagged Archd. Westminster, St. Robert Southworth, Westminster Cathedral
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PHOTOS: Pontifical Mass for St. Joseph
Last night the Extraordinary Ordinary of Madison, His Excellency Most Reverend Robert C. Morlino, celebrated a Pontifical Mass at the Throne for the glorious Feast of St. Joseph, this year transferred because of the Sunday of Lent. The Mass was … Read More
Clarity from Vancouver about Communion for the divorced and civilly remarried
It’s great to have some clarity for a change. Of course each dose of clarity makes the general confusion which some are fomenting more exasperating. Nevertheless, it’s great to have some clarity for a change. At the page of the … Read More
Vera Lynn is 100 years old!
Vera Lynn is 100 years old! What a voice! She was an important figure for the West’s greatest trial which produced the greatest generation. You young’uns pay attention! There was once music which moved nations to more than… I don’t want … Read More
My View For Awhile: Lovely Nightmare Edition
It’s a beautiful day, nicest in a while. Of course that means that after a great Chinese meal with friends… … I’m going somewhere else! Going into the airport, a tour bus got stuck under a bridge and the delay … Read More
“If you don’t commit adultery, I’ll kill myself!” – “Well, okay.”
My friend Fr. Gerald Murray has again offered some insights over at The Catholic Thing about… The False and Dangerous Coccopalmerio Gambit Ready for some casuistry? [which is the use of clever but unsound reasoning, especially in relation to moral … Read More
Pope Francis GOES TO CONFESSION!
I see at Vatican Insider that there was a penitential service at St. Peter’s Basilica. We have once again the image of a Pope making his confession, not hearing confessions. Meanwhile, Francis addressed a gathering of the extremely-helpful annual workshop for … Read More
WDTPRS 3rd Sunday of Lent (1962MR): “When the priest’s hand extends over you, you are sheltered from the attacks of Hell.”
In ancient Rome on this 3rd Sunday, catechumens who desired to enter Holy Church and be baptized at Easter would be lead in a great procession to the Basilica of St. Lawrence “outside-the-walls” where they had been on Septuagesima Sunday. … Read More
Posted in GO TO CONFESSION, LENT, Liturgy Science Theatre 3000, WDTPRS
Tagged LENT, scrutinies, votum
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CQ CQ CQ – #HamRadio Saturday: ZedNet possibility and June Field Day potential
One of our frequent commentators here, WB0YLE, who is my online Elmer, has been lavishly generous with technical knowledge and skills. He is the one who set up the Echolink node for our use. WB0YLE is taking our networking possibilities … Read More
20 March – MADISON, WI – Pontifical Mass for St. Joseph
On Monday, 20 March 2017, at 7 PM His Excellency Most Reverend Robert C. Morlino will celebrate a Pontifical Mass at the Throne (Extraordinary Form) in the Chapel of the Holy Name Heights in Madison (Bishop O’Conner Pastoral Center – … Read More
Posted in SESSIUNCULA
Tagged Bp. Robert Morlino, D. Madison, Pontifical Mass, The Extraordinary Ordinary
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2 Comments
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