Addressing Homosexuality in Uganda, Part I
A first-hand report on how the issue of homosexuality is handled by Catholics in the country of Uganda.
Traditional Youth Movement Juventutem Turns Twenty
Over the past twenty years, Juventutem groups dedicated to the the sanctification of young people through the Roman traditions of the Church have sprung up on every continent.
Why Do (Mass-going) Catholics Resent God?
Many congregants arrive late, are dressed inappropriately, do not sing the hymns, become lifeless during the homily, receive Holy Communion indifferently, and then scramble to the exits at the first opportunity.
Understanding the New Vatican Norms for Discerning Supernatural Phenomena
Perhaps surprisingly, the new DDF norms for evaluating apparitions and other supernatural phenomena are reasonable and helpful.
Harrison Butker, Pope Francis, and the Current Catholic Moment
Two competing visions for the future of Catholicism were on display last week with the Harrison Butker speech and the latest Pope Francis interview. Which one has the most energy behind it and is most likely to prevail?
Conservatives Clinging to Christ
The Catholics I know cling not to the past but to Christ, the truth of whose life and message may most reliably be found in those very “dogmatic boxes” we’re now expected to climb out of.
Against Arbitrary Liturgy
The papal tinkering of the liturgy, begun by Pope Pius X, has had unfortunate consequences not foreseen by any 20th century pope.
The Whisky Priest and Jairus’ Daughters
Like Graham Greene’s fugitive priest stumbling from place to place through the night to calm the frightened in the faith-starved homes of Tabasco, Bishop Strickland now moves on the peripheries.
It’s Time to Double Down on Casti Connubii
The Church would do well to revisit one of the most important and prophetic encyclicals of modern times.
Pope Francis and the Conspiracy Against the Church
Which conspiracy theories can we trust when it comes to the Church? Which ones are plausible and which ones are not?
What’s Missing in the Eucharistic Revival
Without a sincere note of repentance for not only our sins but the sins of previous generations of Catholics, we stand very little chance of experiencing the genuine renewal our nation so desperately needs.
Is the Catholic Church in America Becoming Conservative?
A recent AP story claims that the Catholic Church in America is being taken over by conservatives and traditionalists, pushing liberal Catholics out the door. Is this true, and if so, what does it mean?
Why I Didn’t Sign the Call for the Resignation of Pope Francis
A number of Catholics recently called for the resignation or deposition of Pope Francis. I did not join them – why?
A Priest Who Almost Left Ministry
We hear too often about priests who leave ministry. But it’s instructive to learn about a priest who considered leaving but didn’t: Fr. Bud Kieser.
The Dangers of Liberal Catholicism (Guest: Trent Horn)
For decades “liberal” or “progressive” Catholicism has been dominant in the Catholic Church in America, deeply influencing parishes and parishioners. What are the dangers of this brand of Catholicism, and what can we do to combat it?
Why Would Candace Owens Convert to Catholicism?
By converting to Catholicism, Owens has demonstrated that her quest for truth was not merely a quest for fame or influence.
Dignitas Infinita’s Whistling in the Dark
Dignitas Infinita displays a dangerous naiveté about a supposed consensus of moral thinking.
Is There Really Hope for Judas?
My fear is that just as the Devil used Judas to thwart the Savior, Judas is now being similarly used to revise the traditional doctrine of salvation, particularly in its teaching about divine mercy.
Modern Catholic Recovery Conference
If Catholics want to hold a conference for Catholics who have been wounded by the modern Church, they will likely need a huge venue.
Pre-’55 vs. ’62 vs. ’69: A Holy Week Comparison
The 20th century saw many changes to the Catholic liturgy; none more so than during Holy Week. What changes were made, why were they made, and did they help Catholics enter into Holy Week more deeply?