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Category Archives: “How To…” – Practical Notes
Tax reform, USCCB, Catholic Charities USA
Our friend The Motley Monk has some observations about tax reform, the USCCB and government funding of charities. Here is the first part: If you’re really interested in tax reform, the USCCB and Catholic Charities USA may not be… A Wall … Read More
Posted in "How To..." - Practical Notes, The Drill
Tagged tax reform, The Motley Monk, USCCB, WSJ
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Sister goes door to door asking Catholics to return to Mass
Never underestimate the power of an invitation. Once upon a time there were groups like Legion of Mary, which could canvass parish neighborhoods. Once upon a time, priests even walked about neighborhoods working on a census. Then again, parish neighborhoods … Read More
Handy tool tip!
This has nothing to do with anything controversial for a change. I just used my diminutive keyring-sized multi-tool to fix something and I thought I would share the joy. This is the Swiss+Tech ST53100 Micro-Max 19-in-1 Key Ring Multi-Function Pocket Tool. … Read More
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Tagged backpack, multi-tool
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St. Paul: A big small victory for religious freedom!
In my native place, more anti-Christian news, but with a small victory: City of St. Paul stops fighting statue of Jesus atop bluff by Bill Keller ST. PAUL, Minn. (KMSP) See Video HERE [Watch. This man is an inspiration.] There’s a … Read More
QUAERITUR: Walking out of church because of the sermon.
From a reader: Today, the priest gave an overtly political homily that I have no doubt you would have found highly inappropriate. Think Fr. Michael Pfelger of Chicago. I sat through it in stunned disbelief but some got up and … Read More
There has to be a better way! This story is so cool it breaks the boundaries of coolness.
This is so cool that it may need its own category. This story combines human ingenuity, youthful motivation, and the free market. Meet Jack Andraka, Foe of Pancreatic Cancer. From Smithsonian: Jack Andraka, the Teen Prodigy of Pancreatic Cancer A high … Read More
Wherein Fr. Z copes with his new paranoia
I am worried. Given that Pope Francis has declared war on clerical new cars, I am concerned that other things will soon be in his cross-hairs. For example, what could be more worrisome to the poor than the sight of … Read More
QUAERITUR: Can I have a job at a Lutheran church?
From a reader: I recently got laid off from my job, and have been doing whatever side work I can find until I find a stable job. One of these jobs has been to help in a Lutheran Service, by simply changing … Read More
Fr. Z with a fishy question for the readership
I am betting that there are experts on silver flatware out there among the readership. It seems as if every time I post a question needing some expertise, some of you chime in with helpful information. Years ago I inherited … Read More
GUEST POST: A 1st TLM experience
From a reader (some editing and my emphases): I have been an avid reader of your blog and I really appreciate the seriousness of the Catholic issues that you present here, as well as your witty, and often humorous remarks. … Read More
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