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Monthly Archives: April 2021
Challenge coin news and questions
I was lately the delighted recipient of a couple of challenge coins commemorating Fr. Emil Kapaun, chaplain, recipient of the Medal of Honor. His remains were recently identified. HERE I thought some of you would like to see these. HOWEVER… … Read More
“The constant negativity directed to us priests by…” Wherein Fr. Z relates, reacts, reflects and rants.
At Catholic World Report, Fr. Peter Stravinskas offers a reflection on the way Francis seems constantly to denigrate and insult priests affects both morale and vocations. His observations coincide with my own. One of things he said struck a strong … Read More
#ASonnetADay – Sonnet 141. “In faith, I do not love thee with mine eyes…”
#ASonnetADay – Sonnet 141. “In faith, I do not love thee with mine eyes…” pic.twitter.com/eVdX2QyutM — Fr. John Zuhlsdorf (@fatherz) April 11, 2021
Man who identifies as a woman wants to be admitted to a convent of Poor Clares. Good idea?
I picked up from Elizabeth Johnston that, according to media in Belgium, a man who identifies as a woman wants to be admitted to a convent of Poor Clares. Great idea, right? What could go wrong? Actually, now that I … Read More
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#ASonnetADay – SONNET 140. “Be wise as thou art cruel; do not press…”
#ASonnetADay – SONNET 140. “Be wise as thou art cruel; do not press…” pic.twitter.com/NRghPvO1QL — Fr. John Zuhlsdorf (@fatherz) April 9, 2021
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Is there ice on Mars? It seems that, yes, there is.
Is there ice on Mars? It seems that, yes, there is. The European Space Agency has released a photo of what they say is water ice in an unnamed crater in Vastitas Borealis near the pole of Mars. (I love … Read More
10-13 June – Guadalajara – Summorum Pontificum Conference
The FSSP will have a great event in Guadalajara. 10-13 June.
#ASonnetADay – SONNET 139. “O call not me to justify the wrong…”
#ASonnetADay – SONNET 139. “O call not me to justify the wrong…” pic.twitter.com/F0FceWY0bz — Fr. John Zuhlsdorf (@fatherz) April 8, 2021
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