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Daily Archives: 1 August 2025
Fr. McTeigue on “blik” and “walking together”
There is a very good read at Crisis today. Fr. Robert McTeigue, SJ, looks into the nebulous notion of “synodality”, which can mean just about anything. He uses a term from analytic philosophy, “blik”. Yes, Father explains what “blik” is. NB: … Read More
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Daily Rome Shot 1405 – 1st Friday
At The Parish™, things are looking up. Or are they looking down? Welcome registrant: Quodscripsi61 Please remember me when shopping online and use my affiliate links. US HERE – WHY? This helps to pay for health insurance (massively hiked for this new … Read More
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