Finding Inspiration in the Life of the Blessed Mother

Finding Inspiration in the Life of the Blessed Mother

A Book Review of The Virgin Mary by Fr. Raymond de Thomas de Saint-Laurent   Spiritual stagnation is not uncommon for those who strive for Christian perfection. The remedy often comes from a book that one just happens to pick up, not realizing that it might become a vehicle for grace. Darkness … Read more

Going Where a GPS Cannot Take You: The Joys of Map Reading

Going Where a GPS Cannot Take You: The Joys of Map Reading 3

Technology has undoubtedly improved our lives and made us all more efficient. This is most especially true with regards to navigation. With the mere touch of a button, we can find our way through the labyrinths of modern cities. If we so desire, we are able to make unplanned stops—for whatever strikes … Read more

An Old World Artist Resisting the New Era

An Old World Artist Resisting the New Era 2

“If you love what you do,” the saying goes, “you will never work a day of your life.” Few people in today’s hectic world could say that, but on a recent trip to Charleston, South Carolina, I found one who can. His name is David Anthony Babb but is known in the … Read more

“The Ham Lady” and the Art of Ham Curing

“The Ham Lady” and the Art of Ham Curing 1

Off the Beaten Path… in Princeton, Kentucky Spain is a country that is world-renowned for their pork products. Everything from air-dried cured ham, to their mouth-watering Prosciutto, have delighted travelers for ages. One need not travel to the Iberian Peninsula however to enjoy such culinary masterpieces. The age-old and time-tested art of … Read more

Two Portrayals of Motherhood, Natural and Supernatural

Two Portrayals of Motherhood, Natural and Supernatural 2

This miraculous image of Our Lady of Guadalupe is arguably the most studied representation of the Mother of God in the world. There are two things which make it particularly unique. Firstly, it is, so to speak, a self-portrait that was miraculously handcrafted, for the Aztec people, by Our Lady herself. Her … Read more

Visiting Our Lady of Good Success: A Pilgrimage to Heaven

Visiting Our Lady of Good Success: A Pilgrimage to Heaven 8

Pilgrimages are very common for the Catholic faithful, often requiring travel to distant places. On February 2, 2016 I was part of an American contingent that made such a pilgrimage to Quito, Ecuador to venerate the heavenly statue of Our Lady of Good Success. The impressions were so overwhelming that only now … Read more

“Courage, Play the Man”

Courage, Play the Man

Religious persecution is a frequent topic of discussion in our country and for good reason. The mere mention of Kim Davis or the Little Sisters of the Poor, is sufficient to conjure up images of a heavy-handed bureaucracy and unjust laws that brook no restraint. Upholding one’s Christian beliefs on polarizing issues … Read more

Remembering Mr. Jeremiah Wells

Remembering Mr. Jeremiah Wells 1

Members of the American TFP mourn the passing of Mr. Jeremiah Wells on January 11, 2016. Anyone who knew him would agree he was a man who lived a life worthy of a book. It is therefore fitting to take at least a glimpse at the colorful life of this atypical Catholic … Read more