Tuesday, June 28, 2005
'Stella''s Groove Isn't Back
Turns out Stella didn't get her groove back...husband tells her he is gay No happy ending for real-life version of 'Stella'
Monday, June 27, 2005
Paraplegic in Wheelchair Killed by Train
Had just left a Catholic Church where he'd become unruly after the reading of the Gospel.
In Indiana...
Paraplegic in wheelchair killed by train on way to church
In Indiana...
Paraplegic in wheelchair killed by train on way to church
Parents Miss Mass, Kids Get Ax
There is a lot that I do not agree with on this even though I do understand the motivation behind it.
New York Daily News - City News:
The Rev. Michael Cichon, pastor of St. Joseph/St. Thomas in Pleasant Plains, used each family's bar-coded donation envelope to track attendance.
He's tossed about 300 kids from classes and told them not to reapply until next April.
New York Daily News - City News:
The Rev. Michael Cichon, pastor of St. Joseph/St. Thomas in Pleasant Plains, used each family's bar-coded donation envelope to track attendance.
He's tossed about 300 kids from classes and told them not to reapply until next April.
Sr. Joan Chittister
Interesting article...The Thinkers: A life dedicated to her faith, and to questioning its policies:
When Catholic women ask her what they should do, she has this characteristic advice:
'I always tell them, if you're going to leave, don't leave quietly.
'And if you're going to stay, don't stay quietly.'"
When Catholic women ask her what they should do, she has this characteristic advice:
'I always tell them, if you're going to leave, don't leave quietly.
'And if you're going to stay, don't stay quietly.'"
Catholic Women's College Opens Classes to Men
In Indiana...St. Mary-of-the-Woods College they can't live on campus though...discrimination?
Sunday, June 26, 2005
Amazon's Top Ten Catholic Bestsellers (June 26, 2005)
I am always amazed at this list and what it tells me about Catholics at any given moment.
Right now: Knowing who Benedict XVI is a priority. Learning more about the Mass continues to be an issue. Reclaiming pride in our Catholic heritage is welcomed and defending our faith against the attacks of other Christians is an issue. And Nouwen is still a perenial favorite!
The List... and my comments on each in italics.
1. How the Catholic Church Built Western Civilization
by Thomas E. Woods Jr
Good book, gives you all the Catholic origins of science, universities and other things that you would think in modern times have nothing to do with being Catholic.
2. The Rise of Benedict XVI: The Inside Story of How the Pope Was Elected and Where He Will Take the Catholic Church
by John L. Allen Jr.
If you enjoy Allen's Word From Rome column as I do, you'll love this book, same conversational, almost gosippy tone.
3. God Is Near Us: The Eucharist, the Heart of Life
by Joseph Cardinal Ratzinger, et al
Of the Pope Benedict liturgy titles I actually like this one the least in stark contrast to #5 which I think is one of the best books that I have ever read on the Eucharist.
4.Return of the Prodigal Son
by Henri Nouwen
Jesus revealed God as the one who is always awaiting us,loves us more than we can ever know. I believe this book is the oldest on the list.
5. The Spirit of the Liturgy
by Joseph Cardinal Ratzinger, et al
The title comes from a Guardini classic that the Pope enjoyed as a young man. This is absolutely the vade mecum that any liturgist out there should read and take to heart. Should be required reading for all priests. Knowing that the author is now the pope gives us great hope for the future!
6. The Catholic Verses: 95 Bible Passages That Confound Protestants
by Dave Armstrong
Dave Armstrong is a great apologist for Catholics. He has a web site if you'd like to check him out first. Several of Dave's books are in the Catholic top 100. I have worked with him on The New Catholic Answer Bible
and a pamphlet Top Ten Questions Catholics Are Asked
.
7. The Lamb's Supper: The Mass as Heaven on Earth
by Scott Hahn
Scott shows how the Book of Revelation is really all about the Mass!
8. Salt of the Earth: The Church at the End of the Millennium: An Interview With Peter Seewald
by Joseph Cardinal Ratzinger, Adrian Walker (Translator)
An interview with Cardinal Ratizinger that led the interviewee(then an aetheist)to convert--chances are it'll have the same effect on you even if you think you already are a believer!
9. The How-To Book of the Mass: Everything You Need to Know but No One Ever Taught You
by Michael Dubruiel
I wrote this one,it has been a Catholic bestseller on Amazon for a long time now. I have a follow-up book that was just released a month ago that is a quick read entitled, How To Get The Most Out Of The Eucharist
10. Dark Night of the Soul : A Masterpiece in the Literature of Mysticism by St. John of the Cross
by E. Allison Peers (Translator), St. John of the Cross
Obviously this is the oldest book on the list and somewhat of a surprise I might add. Might this be indicative that a lot of people are going through a "dark night" right now?
Right now: Knowing who Benedict XVI is a priority. Learning more about the Mass continues to be an issue. Reclaiming pride in our Catholic heritage is welcomed and defending our faith against the attacks of other Christians is an issue. And Nouwen is still a perenial favorite!
The List... and my comments on each in italics.
1. How the Catholic Church Built Western Civilization
by Thomas E. Woods Jr
Good book, gives you all the Catholic origins of science, universities and other things that you would think in modern times have nothing to do with being Catholic.
2. The Rise of Benedict XVI: The Inside Story of How the Pope Was Elected and Where He Will Take the Catholic Church
by John L. Allen Jr.
If you enjoy Allen's Word From Rome column as I do, you'll love this book, same conversational, almost gosippy tone.
3. God Is Near Us: The Eucharist, the Heart of Life
by Joseph Cardinal Ratzinger, et al
Of the Pope Benedict liturgy titles I actually like this one the least in stark contrast to #5 which I think is one of the best books that I have ever read on the Eucharist.
4.Return of the Prodigal Son
by Henri Nouwen
Jesus revealed God as the one who is always awaiting us,loves us more than we can ever know. I believe this book is the oldest on the list.
5. The Spirit of the Liturgy
by Joseph Cardinal Ratzinger, et al
The title comes from a Guardini classic that the Pope enjoyed as a young man. This is absolutely the vade mecum that any liturgist out there should read and take to heart. Should be required reading for all priests. Knowing that the author is now the pope gives us great hope for the future!
6. The Catholic Verses: 95 Bible Passages That Confound Protestants
by Dave Armstrong
Dave Armstrong is a great apologist for Catholics. He has a web site if you'd like to check him out first. Several of Dave's books are in the Catholic top 100. I have worked with him on The New Catholic Answer Bible
and a pamphlet Top Ten Questions Catholics Are Asked.7. The Lamb's Supper: The Mass as Heaven on Earth
by Scott Hahn
Scott shows how the Book of Revelation is really all about the Mass!
8. Salt of the Earth: The Church at the End of the Millennium: An Interview With Peter Seewald
by Joseph Cardinal Ratzinger, Adrian Walker (Translator)
An interview with Cardinal Ratizinger that led the interviewee(then an aetheist)to convert--chances are it'll have the same effect on you even if you think you already are a believer!
9. The How-To Book of the Mass: Everything You Need to Know but No One Ever Taught You
by Michael Dubruiel
I wrote this one,it has been a Catholic bestseller on Amazon for a long time now. I have a follow-up book that was just released a month ago that is a quick read entitled, How To Get The Most Out Of The Eucharist
10. Dark Night of the Soul : A Masterpiece in the Literature of Mysticism by St. John of the Cross
by E. Allison Peers (Translator), St. John of the Cross
Obviously this is the oldest book on the list and somewhat of a surprise I might add. Might this be indicative that a lot of people are going through a "dark night" right now?
Pope Benedict: "Watch how you drive this summer!"
From his Angelus message today...>>> AsiaNews.it <<< An invitation from the Pope to the celebration of Peter and Paul: a “feast” of the Catholic Church.:
"At the end of June, which marks the start of the summer season for countries of the planet’s northern hemisphere, many people start their holidays. While auguring to all some serene days of deserved rest and relaxation, I want to appeal for prudence among those who are on the road headed for their holiday homes. Every day, unfortunately, especially at the weekend, road accidents are reported, with the tragic loss of many human lives, and more than half of victims are young. In recent years, much has been done to prevent such traffic events, but more can and must be done with the input and commitment of all. There is a need to fight distraction and superficiality, which in an instant could ruin one’s own future and that of others. Life is precious and unique: it must always be respected and protected, even through correct and careful behaviour on the streets.”
"
"At the end of June, which marks the start of the summer season for countries of the planet’s northern hemisphere, many people start their holidays. While auguring to all some serene days of deserved rest and relaxation, I want to appeal for prudence among those who are on the road headed for their holiday homes. Every day, unfortunately, especially at the weekend, road accidents are reported, with the tragic loss of many human lives, and more than half of victims are young. In recent years, much has been done to prevent such traffic events, but more can and must be done with the input and commitment of all. There is a need to fight distraction and superficiality, which in an instant could ruin one’s own future and that of others. Life is precious and unique: it must always be respected and protected, even through correct and careful behaviour on the streets.”
"
Saturday, June 25, 2005
Matthew Fox Nails His 95 Theses for a New Reformation
He converted to the Episcopal church but evidently not entirely because he is still worried about what we are doing...MercuryNews.com | 06/25/2005 | Ex-priest calls for `New Reformation'
Friday, June 24, 2005
Online Bible Prophet Predicts Death of Pope
Fulfillment: April 21, 2005: Pope Benedict:
"Malachy Prophecy
There has been speculation about how this pope may fulfill his Malachy related prophecy and there is some speculation that he will lay his life down for the church in some way.
Of all the various speculations, this one is likely correct as this is what Jesus eventually did as well. If it happens at a time known to the day-for-a-year charts, it will most likely happen within a week of June 24, 2005, a prophetic replay of Jesus' crucifixion. If not on this replay, but if still on a known replay of Jesus' crucifixion, it will happen in late December, 2009. This latter date would make Benedict the last pope. Time will tell if the speculation on Malachy's prophecy is correct."
"Malachy Prophecy
There has been speculation about how this pope may fulfill his Malachy related prophecy and there is some speculation that he will lay his life down for the church in some way.
Of all the various speculations, this one is likely correct as this is what Jesus eventually did as well. If it happens at a time known to the day-for-a-year charts, it will most likely happen within a week of June 24, 2005, a prophetic replay of Jesus' crucifixion. If not on this replay, but if still on a known replay of Jesus' crucifixion, it will happen in late December, 2009. This latter date would make Benedict the last pope. Time will tell if the speculation on Malachy's prophecy is correct."
Solemnity of the Nativity of St. John the Baptist
There is a brilliant section found in the "magisterial" book of Pope Benedict XVI's where he talks about Christmas and the Birth of John the Baptist. His remarks cover how the cosmos are involved in the sanctoral cycle and how from the Birth of the Baptist the days grow shorter mimicing "I must decrease..." and after Christmas the days grow longer..."he must increase." All of life witnesses to our spiritual call to die to self and to live for Christ!
To Drumbeats and Modern Dance
I missed this in the other story I posted, they just said in an "ancient ceremony", I had no idea they were referring to an ancient "tribal" ceremony. I've witnessed Caribean versions of this and it can actually be very beautiful...sounds like this was as well.
"In a ceremony that combined ancient ritual with modern dance, organ pipes with drum beats and reverence with protest, Edward K. Braxton was installed Wednesday as the eighth Roman Catholic bishop of Belleville.":
"In a ceremony that combined ancient ritual with modern dance, organ pipes with drum beats and reverence with protest, Edward K. Braxton was installed Wednesday as the eighth Roman Catholic bishop of Belleville.":
The Tablet Does a Story on Father Fesio
Always interesting to hear numbers of copies sold...interestingly the Ratzinger Report only sold around 50,000 copies...it seemed to be everywhere when it came out back in the 80's.
The priest who bestrides America
The priest who bestrides America
Parishes are Separate Financial Entities, Say Nashville Diocese Officials
This hardly works on a number of levels...one has only to think of how a bishop is able to close a parish to begin to see how this isn't true.
Decision due soon on church assets - Friday, 06/24/05
Decision due soon on church assets - Friday, 06/24/05
NBI says Charges vs Achbishop Baseless
Philippine National Bureau of Investigation...NBI says charges vs archbishop baseless - INQ7.net
Official Prayer for Intercession of John Paul
From Zenit News Agency - The World Seen From Rome
O Blessed Trinity,
We thank you for having graced the Church with Pope John Paul II
and for allowing the tenderness of your Fatherly care,
the glory of the cross of Christ,
and the splendor of the Holy Spirit, to shine through him.
Trusting fully in Your infinite mercy
and in the maternal intercession of Mary,
he has given us a living image of Jesus the Good Shepherd,
and has shown us that holiness is the necessary measure of ordinary Christian life and is
the way of achieving eternal communion with you.
Grant us, by his intercession, and according to Your will,
the graces we implore,
hoping that he will soon be numbered among your saints. Amen.
O Blessed Trinity,
We thank you for having graced the Church with Pope John Paul II
and for allowing the tenderness of your Fatherly care,
the glory of the cross of Christ,
and the splendor of the Holy Spirit, to shine through him.
Trusting fully in Your infinite mercy
and in the maternal intercession of Mary,
he has given us a living image of Jesus the Good Shepherd,
and has shown us that holiness is the necessary measure of ordinary Christian life and is
the way of achieving eternal communion with you.
Grant us, by his intercession, and according to Your will,
the graces we implore,
hoping that he will soon be numbered among your saints. Amen.
Thursday, June 23, 2005
Fire Danger Coses Wilderness in AZ
Quote from the place where Amy and our gang spent some vacation time in April..Fire danger closes wilderness:
"Steve Durand, owner of Saguaro Lake Ranch Resort, said the closure is huge but understandable because of extremely dry conditions.
The 'Lone' fire charred 60,000 acres of high desert wilderness, including Four Peaks, in April 1996. It was considered among the worst desert wildfires in recent history.
'We put fire breaks around all of our buildings. The desert is ripe. It's just explosive,' said Durand, whose kayaking and tubing business along the Lower Salt River is not affected by the closure.
Fast-moving fires last week in the Bartlett Lake area near Cave Creek convinced Acting Forest Supervisor Tom Klabunde to order the closure. "
"Steve Durand, owner of Saguaro Lake Ranch Resort, said the closure is huge but understandable because of extremely dry conditions.
The 'Lone' fire charred 60,000 acres of high desert wilderness, including Four Peaks, in April 1996. It was considered among the worst desert wildfires in recent history.
'We put fire breaks around all of our buildings. The desert is ripe. It's just explosive,' said Durand, whose kayaking and tubing business along the Lower Salt River is not affected by the closure.
Fast-moving fires last week in the Bartlett Lake area near Cave Creek convinced Acting Forest Supervisor Tom Klabunde to order the closure. "
Two brothers, two priests, two worlds, one mission
Rather strange story about the one who married and continues to serve as a pastor doing weddings, baptisms, not mass though...
Democrat & Chronicle: Mark Hare
Democrat & Chronicle: Mark Hare
Wednesday, June 22, 2005
Closing Churches in Steubenville--Including the Cathedral!!!
I've actually been to mass there, not sure why they are closing it. Even if they want to build a new one it seems that the present one could continue to function.
Diocese eyes new cathedral
Diocese eyes new cathedral
Tuesday, June 21, 2005
New Bishop for Grand Rapids, Auxiliary for Miami
I know the Miami priest/bishop, interesting choice.
From Vatican Information Service:
- Accepted the resignation from the pastoral care of the diocese of Reno, U.S.A., presented by Bishop Phillip Francis Straling, in accordance with Canon 401, para. 2 of the Code of Canon Law.
- Appointed Bishop Walter Allison Hurley, auxiliary of the archdiocese of Detroit, U.S.A., as bishop of Grand Rapids (area 17,592, population 1,283,717, Catholics 162,670, priests 136, permanent deacons 29, religious 289), U.S.A.
- Appointed Msgr. John Gerard Noonan, president-rector of the Saint John Vianney College Seminary, as auxiliary of the archdiocese of Miami (area 12,836, population 4,036,799, Catholics 856,783, priests 361, permanent deacons 142, religious 509), U.S.A. The bishop-elect was born in Limerick, Ireland, in 1951 and ordained a priest in 1983.
From Vatican Information Service:
- Accepted the resignation from the pastoral care of the diocese of Reno, U.S.A., presented by Bishop Phillip Francis Straling, in accordance with Canon 401, para. 2 of the Code of Canon Law.
- Appointed Bishop Walter Allison Hurley, auxiliary of the archdiocese of Detroit, U.S.A., as bishop of Grand Rapids (area 17,592, population 1,283,717, Catholics 162,670, priests 136, permanent deacons 29, religious 289), U.S.A.
- Appointed Msgr. John Gerard Noonan, president-rector of the Saint John Vianney College Seminary, as auxiliary of the archdiocese of Miami (area 12,836, population 4,036,799, Catholics 856,783, priests 361, permanent deacons 142, religious 509), U.S.A. The bishop-elect was born in Limerick, Ireland, in 1951 and ordained a priest in 1983.
Monday, June 20, 2005
Sunday, June 19, 2005
OLD SPICE SWEATIEST CITIES
I'll give you a hint at 65 degrees yesterday, we are hardly on the list...#82 this year (Fort Wayne). Arizona sweatiest...when we were there a few months ago it was hot but I don't think I sweat there at all...
Phoenix Reclaims Title As Sweatiest City
Phoenix Reclaims Title As Sweatiest City
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