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What's the Plan? FR RAY BLAKE'S BLOG - May 14, 2013 I had a discussion with a group of priests recently, we were talking about ageing clergy, clergy in ill health, tired clergy and ultimately parish closures. We spoke about the need for evangelisation and then realised that most parishes and diocese have no plan to evangelise, only to manage decline. Yes, we will carry on our parish catechetical programmes, doing what we have always done, the problem is that what we have always done doesn't really work. If it is done well ...http://marymagdalen.blogspot.com/2013/05/whats-plan.html
John-Paul McCarthy: Staggering Delay on Abortion Bill Really a Calculated Act of Defiance CLERICAL WHISPERS - May 8, 2013 ... details of the Protection of Life in Pregnancy Bill are for another day. Today it is enough to linger over that staggering delay. Even to describe the time lag in terms of delay is to risk euphemism. The failure of the political classes to give statutory form to the Supreme Court's analysis in 1992 was really a calculated act of defiance. And you would be wrong in thinking that this kind of behaviour was unusual. Recall how in 1979, the Supreme Court basically ...http://clericalwhispers.blogspot.com/2013/05/john-paul-mccarthy-staggering-delay-on.html
On Spontaneity and Purity of Heart MAKING ALL THINGS NEW - May 5, 2013 [ A homily for the Sunday of the Blind Man, from 5 years ago .] There are several healings of blind men in the Gospels, but today's is unique (Jn. 9:1-38). It is much more elaborate than the others, and the whole event and the accompanying dialogues are points of departure for theological reflection. We are offered here not simply the fact of a divine healing, but the deeper meaning of Jesus' giving sight to the blind. For our point of departure, let us look at the first ...http://wordincarnate.wordpress.com/2013/05/05/on-spontaneity-and-purity-of-heart/
A Wider Sense of Stockholm THE THEOLOGY OF DAD - April 30, 2013 I just finished reading an excellent book: The Nazi Persecution of the Churches , by J.S. Conway. It's an older book, having been written in the '60s, but for the most part its presentation of the relevant documents is not dated. I am sure it can be improved upon as more documents surface: I think the author mentioned that he could not access those in the then East Germany. I would imagine the USSR had many too of ...http://thetheologyofdad.blogspot.com/2013/04/a-wider-sense-of-stockholm.html
See How Those Christians Love! A FRIAR'S LIFE - April 27, 2013 HOMILY FOR THE FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER, April 28, 2013: . I want to begin today with a bit of a sing-a-long. I think it is a song you know, so I'll sing and then invite everyone to repeat: "And they'll know we are Christians by our love, by our love. Yes, they'll know we are Christians by our love." There is a story about the renowned artist Paul Gustave Doré who lost his passport while traveling in Europe. When he came ...http://afriarslife.blogspot.com/2013/04/see-how-those-christians-love.html
Paul and the "Intermediate State" Between Death and Resurrection – Benedict XVI PAYING ATTENTION TO THE SKY - April 18, 2013 ... importantly, both letters argue from the same foundational premise, namely, from Christ, who guarantees the life of those who belong to him. A careful examination of the formula "the dead in Christ," found in First Thessalonians 4, 16, leads Hoffman to the following judgment: To me it seems by no means improbable that the idea of communion with Christ as the determining factor in the death of Christians, found in Philippians 1, 23, is already adumbrated here. Neither in Philippians nor in ...http://payingattentiontothesky.com/2013/04/19/paul-and-the-intermediate-state-between-death-and-resurrection-benedict-xvi/
Reasonable & Responsible TWO CATHOLIC MEN AND A BLOG - April 9, 2013 ... can be concluded that the evidence currently supports a reasonable likelihood of a beginning – a point at which the universe came into existence." Other interesting discussions revolve around the odds of an anthropic universe (one that will allow the emergence of ANY life form) materializing by itself as a random occurrence. What are the odds of all the necessary physical constants being set precisely as they are? An analogy was given in the book to demonstrate something that is ...http://2catholicmen.blogspot.com/2013/04/reasonable-responsible.html
Raising the Temperature KITCHEN TABLE CHATS WITH A CATHOLIC MATRIARCH - April 7, 2013 Today is the ninth day of the Divine Mercy Novena : Most compassionate Jesus, You are Compassion Itself. I bring lukewarm souls into the abode of Your Most Compassionate Heart. In this fire of Your pure love, let these tepid souls who, like corpses, filled You with such deep loathing, be once again set aflame. O Most Compassionate Jesus, exercise the omnipotence of Your mercy and draw them into the very ardor of Your love, and bestow upon them the gift of ...http://catholic-mom.blogspot.com/2013/04/raising-temperature.html
The Secular Ascetic. FRIENDS WITH CHRIST - April 2, 2013 Secular asceticism is not often referred to like this. We generally speak of the secular attitude to life, but that is precisely what asceticism is - our attitude or approach to life. A secular asceticism sees the subject as all important, the individual. The object of secular life then, is what ever you choose it to be. How different this is from Christian asceticism for whom the subject is of great dignity, the person. The object of life then, is the ...http://friendswithchrist.blogspot.com/2013/04/the-secular-ascetic.html
What Does Pope Francis Want to Change? Us! Millennial Journal A FRIAR'S LIFE - March 21, 2013 NOTE: Sorry for all the posts today, but this is another good one. But, it cuts at the heart of the matter - the Gospel IS change. Jesus is constantly calling us to a change of heart; a change that always leads us to closer fidelity and conformity with Him. This was in the Millennial Journal - FT [This article by Sam Sawyer, SJ is also featured on The Jesuit Post , where the author is a n a ssociate editor] What does this Pope want to change? Us. That's his plan, his agenda ...http://afriarslife.blogspot.com/2013/03/what-does-pope-francis-want-to-change.html
Sources of Confusion and Corruption A JESUIT'S JOURNEY - March 16, 2013 I invited an anonymous poster to share what s/he thought were the sources of "Confusion and Corruption" in the Society of Jesus. Rather than carry the conversation on in the comment box, I'll move the meat of it up here. 1. Studies show students losing their faith in Jesuit universities despite or even because of Jesuit theology classes. No Jesuit University demands the canon law mandatum of theology professors (Creighton did for a while). First, unless ...http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/JhpYE/~3/X1-Gi4f_6Ig/sources-of-confusion-and-corruption.html
Pope Day TEN THOUSAND PLACES - March 13, 2013 ... If not today, almost certainly tomorrow. As I mentioned yesterday here, I offered the Mass for the election of a pope here in our England house. I was deeply struck by the prayer (above) which the Church offers for this occasion. This is the mind and heart of the Church as we approach this solemn moment of welcoming the successor of Peter onto the chair of Peter with all the awesome responsibility that comes with that. It is ...http://frdenis.blogspot.com/2013/03/pope-day.html
Pope Benedict's Resignation Inspires Hope for an LGBT-Positive Catholicism CLERICAL WHISPERS - February 28, 2013 As Pope Benedict XVI resigns today, intensified analysis of his tenure at the Vatican continues while speculation over the next pope heats up. Undeniably, the outgoing pope's record on LGBT issues is extremely negative. Looking to the Church's recent history to help formulate the future is an essential task as we transition, and many Catholic commentators approach Benedict's tenure within the larger context of a Church still uneasy with sexual orientation ...http://clericalwhispers.blogspot.com/2013/02/pope-benedicts-resignation-inspires.html
Hh. Pope Benedict XVI His Final Address & On Tradition, Ecumenism and Vatican II MONKS AND MERMAIDS (A BENEDICTINE BLOG) - February 27, 2013 The central passages of the last address of pope Joseph Ratzinger, Wednesday, February 27, 2013. "I no longer bear the authority of the office, but I remain within the enclosure of Saint Peter" by Benedict XVI my source: Sandro Magister Dear brothers and sisters [...] In this moment my spirit reaches out to the whole Church scattered throughout the world; and I give thanks to God for the "news" that during these years of the Petrine ...http://fatherdavidbirdosb.blogspot.com/2013/02/hh-pope-benedict-xvi-on-tradition.html
This Extemporaneous Analysis of the Second Vatican Council by Pope Benedict XVI Is Priceless for Understanding the Churc ABYSSUS ABYSSUM INVOCAT / DEEP CALLS TO DEEP - February 22, 2013 ... this world, of society, responsibility for the future of this world and eschatological hope, the ethical responsibility of Christians and where we look for guidance; and then religious freedom, progress, and relations with other religions. At this moment, all the parties of the Council really entered into the discussion, not just America, the United States, with its powerful interest in religious freedom. In the third session the Americans told the Pope: we cannot go home without bringing a ...http://abyssum.wordpress.com/2013/02/22/this-extemporaneous-analysis-of-the-second-vatican-council-by-pope-benedict-xvi-is-priceless-for-understanding-the-church-50-years-after-the-council/
"Primacy in Love": The Chair Altar of Saint Peter's in Rome Joseph Cardinal Ratzinger INSIGHT SCOOP THE IGNATIUS PRESS BLOG - February 22, 2013 ... other-worldly mystery of God and our world, the place where the world is permeable to the radiance of his light. The Church is not there for herself, she is not an end, but rather a point of departure beyond herself and us. The more transparent she becomes for the other, from whom she comes and to whom she leads, the more she fulfills her true essence. Through the window of her faith God enters this world and awakens in us the longing for what is greater. The ...http://insightscoop.typepad.com/2004/2013/02/primacy-in-love-the-chair-altar-of-saint-peters-in-rome-joseph-cardinal-ratzinger.html
Tempting the Church! (Lent 1A) HOMILIES AND OCCASIONAL THOUGHTS - February 17, 2013 "Then the devil led him up and showed him in an instant all the kingdoms of the world. And the devil said to him, "To you I will give their glory and all authority; for it has been given over to me, and I will give it anyone I please." Imagine the temerity--the sheer evil--of speaking those words directly to the Sovereign Lord of heaven and earth! And face to face with Jesus, the Evil One doesn't even need to hide his identity, for Jesus ...http://gregorynsmith.blogspot.com/2013/02/tempting-church-lent-1a.html
Anselm Academic Study Bible CATHOLIC BIBLES - February 12, 2013 You can view some sample pages here . Info from the publisher : Organized and developed with today's reader in mind, the Anselm Academic Study Bible is an unsurpassed resource for anyone who wants to know more about the Bible. No previous knowledge of the Bible is assumed here, and newcomers and veterans alike will benefit from the Study Bible's insightful articles, sensible structure, and user-tested design. The Anselm Academic Study Bible's unique features include ...http://catholicbibles.blogspot.com/2013/02/anselm-academic-study-bible.html
Fifth Sunday Ordinary Time - Duc in Altum Time Again ! BLUE EYED ENNIS - February 9, 2013 Scripture readings for today's Mass are here . Various reflections from St Louis University Centre for Liturgy from here My p revious posts on the L a tin phrase, "Duc in Altum " used by John P a ul II, meaning " C asting Out into the D eep " can be read below. from 2010 here 2011 here 2012 here R elated posts here All three scripture readings say something about how the power of God is so often beyond our human powers of perception. The y are graphic illustrations of ...http://blueeyedennis-siempre.blogspot.com/2013/02/fifth-sunday-ordinary-time-duc-in-altum.html
Mandate Changes Insufficient, Say Religious Liberty Groups CNA DAILY NEWS - February 2, 2013 ... aimed at resolving freedom of conscience concerns. "Today's proposed rule does nothing to protect the religious liberty of millions of Americans," said Kyle Duncan, general counsel for the Becket Fund for Religious Liberty. Duncan was one of numerous critics who raised concerns over a Feb. 1 announcement by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The department said that it intends to revise the mandate, which requires employers to offer health insurance plans ...http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/catholicnewsagency/dailynews/~3/92J6jSZKsvg/
