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“This blog is like a fusion of the Baroque ‘salon’ with its well-tuned harpsichord around which polite society gathered for entertainment and edification and, on the other hand, a Wild West “saloon” with its out-of-tune piano and swinging doors, where everyone has a gun and something to say. Nevertheless, we try to point our discussions back to what it is to be Catholic in this increasingly difficult age, to love God, and how to get to heaven.” – Fr. Z
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Should the Bishops of the USA have us return to obligatory meatless Fridays during the whole year and not just during Lent?
- Yes, and I think this is very important. (81%, 15,546 Votes)
- Yes, I guess so. (9%, 1,716 Votes)
- No, I hesitate about such a move. (5%, 900 Votes)
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Author Archives: Fr. John Zuhlsdorf
“Days in Rome” Project – Easter 2026 and beyond
UPDATE 21 March: I began my travel toward Rome on Thursday. My trans-Atlantic flight is on Monday. Even though we reached the goal, donations continue to come in, which is a true shot in the arm. Thank you. If any … Read More
HEAR YE! HEAR YE! New from TAN – “The Matins Lectionary: The Complete Readings from the Traditional Roman Breviary”
The Matins Lectionary: The Complete Readings from the Traditional Roman Breviary (Lessons from the Divine Office of Matins according to the Breviarium Romanum of 1954 in English) This came out a few days ago from TAN. I am keeping this … Read More
LENTCAzT 2026 – 23: Thursday of the 3rd Week in Lent – Feet on the earth, minds in Heaven
A 5 minute daily podcast to help you in your Lenten discipline. We hear about Sts. Cosmas and Damian, the Roman Station. Card. Bacci talks about being overly attached to worldly goods, and how to treat them properly. Yesterday’s podcast … Read More
UPDATE on Fr. Z
Thank you to the many kind readers who sent notes of condolence after the recent passing of my mother. It is a great consolation that at the 11th hour of her earthly life, she was received into the Church with … Read More
Daily Rome Shot 1565
Near my place! I’ll be starting a fundraiser for a Roman Sojourn. Please remember me when shopping online and use my affiliate links. US HERE – WHY? This helps to pay for health insurance, utilities, groceries, and now also my late mother’s … Read More
LENTCAzT 2026 – 22: Wednesday of the 3rd Week in Lent – Don’t let it fester
A 5 minute daily podcast to help you in your Lenten discipline. We hear about San Sisto Vecchio, the Roman Station. Fr. Troadec gives us sound advice about dealing with difficulties and being forthright. Yesterday’s podcast – HERE
YOUR URGENT PRAYER REQUESTS
PLEASE use the sharing buttons! Thanks! In your charity would you please take a moment look at the requests and to pray for the people about whom you read? Continued from THESE. Let’s remember all who are ill, who will … Read More
LENTCAzT 2026 – 21: Tuesday 3rd Week in Lent – We are not in this alone
A 5 minute daily podcast to help you in your Lenten discipline. We hear about Santa Pudenziana the Roman Station. Fr. Troadec explains true community and talks about vocations. The Nuns of Gower sing: O Queen of Priests and Mother. … Read More
LENTCAzT 2026 – 20: Monday 3rd Week in Lent – The healing bath
A 5 minute daily podcast to help you in your Lenten discipline. We hear about San Marco the Roman Station and the Collect church Sant’Adriano once the ancient Senate of Rome. Fr. Troadec the need to make a good examination … Read More
Your Sunday Sermon Notes – 3rd Sunday in/of Lent 2026
Too many people today are without good, strong preaching, to the detriment of all. Share the good stuff. Was there a GOOD point made in the sermon you heard at your Mass of obligation for this 3rd Sunday in Lent … Read More
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