Catholic Perspective | TFP

How This New Comic Book So Offends God

by Edwin Benson January 28, 2019January 28, 2019

There are times when it seems that Satan has thrown his worst at us and that things cannot possibly get any more depraved. Then something even viler comes along and sends us reeling. This is the case of DC/Vertigo comics and a new release, Second Coming that attacks Our Lord Jesus Christ. … Read more

Why Happy People Don’t Commit Suicide

by John Horvat II November 20, 2020January 24, 2019

The Declaration of Independence enshrined the unalienable right to the pursuit of happiness. By this right, we think we may freely live the life that makes us happy, as long as it is not illegal or violates the rights of others. Many have the illusion that we can achieve perfect happiness on … Read more

Decrying the Moral Relativism Found in the Remark, ‘Who Am I to Judge?’

by José Antonio Ureta January 23, 2019

In his book, Pope Francis’s “Paradigm Shift”: Continuity or Rupture in the Mission of the Church?, Mr. José Antonio Ureta spells out many reasons for faithful Catholics to be concerned about the direction in which Pope Francis is taking the Church. Chapter six discusses the Pope’s inclination to reject objective morality and … Read more

Why Catholic Millennials Need These Four Urgent Life Skills

by John Horvat II November 20, 2020January 21, 2019

Many complain that young people are not getting the basic life skills so needed to survive in the world. Parents and schools no longer teach skills like cooking, laundry, budgeting, or car repair as in times past. At the same time, our culture encourages young people to extend their adolescence well into … Read more

Defending the Unborn Amidst a Crisis of Faith

by The American TFP January 9, 2020January 14, 2019

On this 46th annual March for Life, the American Society for the Defense of Tradition, Family and Property (TFP) joins with the multitudes of Americans all over the nation who oppose abortion and a wide spectrum of related moral issues ranging from the attack on marriage to euthanasia to gender ideology. As … Read more

Pope Francis’s Teaching on the Death Penalty: A Rupture With Divine Revelation and the Church’s Constant Teaching

by Luiz Sérgio Solimeo January 14, 2019January 13, 2019

In a speech to a delegation of the International Commission Against the Death Penalty, on December 17, 2018, Pope Francis denied the moral licitness of the death penalty by stating that it “is always inadmissible,” “contrary to the Gospel,” and “deeply injurious to human dignity.” Francis’s declaration could not be blunter: If … Read more

Investment Strategies for 2019 and the Next Crash

by John Horvat II November 20, 2020January 9, 2019

I was recently asked for advice about investment strategies for the coming times. It is a reasonable request since we as Christians need to plan for the future responsibly. It makes sense to look at all the options whether they be stocks, bonds, commodities or other assets. If there is going to … Read more

Questioning Francis’s Support of Islam and Unrestricted Immigration

by José Antonio Ureta January 6, 2019January 6, 2019

In his book, Pope Francis’s “Paradigm Shift”: Continuity or Rupture in the Mission of the Church? An Assessment of His Pontificate’s First Five Years, José Antonio Ureta discusses reasons why faithful Catholics need to be concerned about where Pope Francis is taking the Church. The fourth chapter of the book looks at … Read more

Commenting on the Assertion That Trying to Convert Others Is ‘Nonsense’

by José Antonio Ureta January 6, 2019December 27, 2018

In his book, Pope Francis’s “Paradigm Shift”: Continuity or Rupture in the Mission of the Church?, José Antonio Ureta spells out many reasons for faithful Catholics to be concerned about the direction in which Pope Francis is taking the Church. Chapter five discusses the Pope’s acceptance of the modern idea that all … Read more

The Deeds of Saint Nicholas and the Dangers of Rash Judgments

by Edwin Benson March 29, 2026December 21, 2018

Saint John Vianney tells the story related below about Saint Nicholas. However, before telling his story, it would be better to give a brief introduction about Saint John Vianney for those who are unfamiliar with this great and humble saint. Saint John Vianney is often known as the Curé d’Ars (parish priest … Read more