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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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- Fr. Jay Finelli on CQ CQ CQ – EWTN shut down its shortwave radio service on 31 October. Understandable, but I have some reservations.: “That is sad, because shortwave may be the only thing to survive a major emergency.”
- on WDTPRS – 5 November: Feast of the Holy Relics. These bones shall live again. Wherein Fr. Z rants.: “We were so fortunate to visit and venerate St Jude’s arm when it was brought round by Fr Martins a…”
- on WDTPRS – 5 November: Feast of the Holy Relics. These bones shall live again. Wherein Fr. Z rants.: “Years ago I taught a high-school level CCD class. One of the kids asked me if there were any relics…”
- on Germans… “for many” in the Consecration formula, rather than “for all”: “I find it curious that the German bishops are apparently not considered in schism for changing the actual form (words)…”
- on ROME 26/10-11 – Day 33: All Souls: “Like many others I have some family members that I disagree with on several issues. However, one thing a few…”
- on Germans… “for many” in the Consecration formula, rather than “for all”: ““ it undermines the authority of the Roman Pontiff in the matter of the regulation of the Church’s sacraments.” My…”
- on ROME 26/10-11 – Day 35: Penultimate: “Safe travels to your destination. Let us know how +Atticus is doing. Saw an interview of the CEO of United…”
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Category Archives: “How To…” – Practical Notes
Of Ordinariates, the SSPX, and the gravitational pull
Benedict XVI, the Pope of Christian Unity, has made it possible by his provision in Anglicanorum coetibus, for Anglicans to enter into Holy Church in new Ordinariates. Their liturgical traditions are being codified and approved by the Holy See and … Read More
QUAERITUR: Holy Thursday Mandatum and female feet. Wherein advice is sought and Fr. Z ranteth.
From a reader: As it is Lent, it is undoubtedly time to ask the question of women having their feet washed on Holy Thursday. I am well aware (from reading your blog) that it is contrary to law and custom … Read More
QUAERITUR: Gifts for a woman’s solemn profession
From a reader: We have been invited to attend the solemn profession of final vows of a young woman becoming a cloistered nun. Are there any gift giving customs involved with one’s attendance at such a ceremony? Hmmm… no idea. … Read More
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Tagged gifts, solemn profession
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USA change those clocks! Spring forward!
Spring forward! Time to change the clocks. Don’t be late for Mass!
A reader’s first confession. Fr. Z congratulates and then rants.
From a reader: Just a quick ‘thank you’ for your posts on Confession. Went to first confession today (I’m a RCIA gearing up for the Easter Vigil). I was terrified. As a forty-something fella with a ‘chequered past’ my list … Read More
HELP!? iTunes, PODCAzT, LENTCAzT problem… ideas? Solutions?
I want to fix a problem once and for all. A reader said: Just letting you know that LENTCAzTs 07 and 15-18 are not showing up on Itunes. Is there any way to fix this? My PODCAzTs scroll off iTunes … Read More
Blog maintenance soon – UPDATE
It is possible, even probable, that we will be doing some maintenance on the software that powers the blog. If there are any interruptions or bumps along the way, that’s why. UPDATE 8 March 1654 GMT: The software that powers … Read More
QUAERITUR: Wearing a veil while distributing Communion.
From readerette: Would it be inappropriate to wear a chapel veil while Eucharistic ministering? First, you are not a Eucharistic Minister. You are an Extraordinary Minister of Communion. I cannot see any problem with a woman wearing a chapel veil, … Read More
QUAERITUR: When does the Eucharistic fast start? Before Communion or before Mass?
From a reader: Does the Eucharistic fast before Mass begin an hour before Mass starts or an hour before you receive Communion. I’ve heard different answers all my life, and some clarification would be great. Thanks The Eucharistic fast is … Read More
Fr. Jay Finelli on CQ CQ CQ – EWTN shut down its shortwave radio service on 31 October. Understandable, but I have some reservations.: “That is sad, because shortwave may be the only thing to survive a major emergency.”
