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The Benedict Option: Benefits and Dangers
I’ve found that the phrase “the Benedict Option” stirs hearts and minds, some in favor and some vehemently opposed. And some have wildly different perceptions of what exactly the Benedict...
The Benedict Option: Benefits and Dangers
I’ve found that the phrase “the Benedict Option” stirs hearts and minds, some in favor and some vehemently opposed. And some have wildly different perceptions of what exactly the Benedict...
You Shall Not Kill ... in War?
Today’s reflection covers a very difficult application of a very simple commandment. Exodus 20:13 states “You Shall Not Kill.” In light of this, we received a question from someone who...
You Shall Not Kill ... in War?
Today’s reflection covers a very difficult application of a very simple commandment. Exodus 20:13 states “You Shall Not Kill.” In light of this, we received a question from someone who...
Form and Matter in the Sacraments (Continued)
In this post we continue our look at form, matter, and intent in sacraments. Previously, we explored the who, what, when, where, and how of the sacraments of initiation. As...
Form and Matter in the Sacraments (Continued)
In this post we continue our look at form, matter, and intent in sacraments. Previously, we explored the who, what, when, where, and how of the sacraments of initiation. As...
Could Islam Be Called a Heresy?
Over the centuries, the Catholic Church has seen many of her children rebel against her with all sorts of bad ideas, blasphemies, and outright heretical statements. The list is long...
Could Islam Be Called a Heresy?
Over the centuries, the Catholic Church has seen many of her children rebel against her with all sorts of bad ideas, blasphemies, and outright heretical statements. The list is long...
The Missions of Sts. Peter and Paul Passed on t...
Christian devotion to Saints Peter and Paul is of a most ancient origin. The special Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul has always been celebrated in Rome, at least since...
The Missions of Sts. Peter and Paul Passed on t...
Christian devotion to Saints Peter and Paul is of a most ancient origin. The special Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul has always been celebrated in Rome, at least since...
Liberty, How Can We Rediscover You?
If you enter the old CIA headquarters lobby, one thing you will notice are the words of Christ chiseled into the marble wall. Taken from John 8:32, the engraving reads:...
Liberty, How Can We Rediscover You?
If you enter the old CIA headquarters lobby, one thing you will notice are the words of Christ chiseled into the marble wall. Taken from John 8:32, the engraving reads:...