Catholic Perspective

The Count Who Understood How Leisure Prepares One for Battle

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The Count Who Understood How Leisure Prepares One for Battle

Leisure and war are two words that people think of as oil and water—things that can never mix, under any circumstances. Count Nikolaus Pejacsevich of Veröcze would have disagreed. Count Pejacsevich (1833-1890) was born into a noble family of Croatian and Hungarian descent. With over two-thirds of his life spent in the … Read more

Human Rights Watch: Vatican-China Deal Has Aided Religious Persecution

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Human Rights Watch: Vatican-China Deal Has Aided Religious Persecution

(PerMariam)—The watchdog agency Human Rights Watch (HRW) has warned that the controversial 2018 deal between China and the Vatican has “helped the Chinese government to pressure underground Catholic communities to join the official church.” According to a detailed new report issued by HRW, the Chinese state is only increasing its persecution of … Read more

The Soft Power of Flowers: How Bouquets Build Bridges

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The Soft Power of Flowers: How Bouquets Build Bridges

In the grand theater of creation, God gifted us with the beautiful, fragrant and profoundly humble flower. Some might think that the flower’s only role is to grace a wedding table, offer quiet sympathy at a funeral or adorn formal attire. However, from the innocent daisy to the graceful and elegant orchid, … Read more

What AI Can’t Be

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This article is the second part of a series about AI. The third article can be found here. The promoters of Artificial Intelligence (AI) like to portray it as a tool for navigating our increasingly hectic and complex world. The data-crunching apps help users organize, create and make sense out of things. … Read more

Why Are So Many Afraid of the Catholic Revival?

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Why Are So Many Afraid of the Catholic Revival?

As the number of adult baptisms grows, many Catholics rejoice in the prospect of what is being called a quiet revival. It is a cause of great hope to see so many young people eager to learn more about the Faith. It is also a cause of great mystery. The bishops have … Read more

Fr. Poels and the Origins of Modernism in the Netherlands

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Towards the end of Leo XIII’s pontificate, the errors of modernism started to pose a danger to the Catholic Church. Particularly at academic institutions such as the Institut Catholique in Paris and the Catholic University of Leuven, the field of exegesis was compromised by the errors of historical criticism. In the Netherlands, … Read more

What AI Can’t Do

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What AI Can’t Do

This article is the first part of a series about AI. The next article can be found here. For a long time, I have struggled with how to deal with AI. There are some very valid objections circulating about the new medium, especially as it pertains to minors. But somehow this discussion … Read more

Christ Is King, No Matter Who Says It or Not

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Christ Is King, No Matter Who Says It or Not

A debate is raging around some Christian rhetoric circulating among conservatives. Liberal critics are saying that right-wing extremists have weaponized particular Christian phrases, which everyone should therefore avoid. The phrase now in the national spotlight is “Christ is King!” The liberal media say that the mere mention of this expression signals Christian … Read more

Mary Queen of Scots: Catholic Martyr?

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Mary Queen of Scots: Catholic Martyr?

After almost five centuries, the legendary Queen Mary of Scotland is now again in the spotlight. The last letter she penned just six hours prior to her execution is on display in Perth, Scotland. The exhibit is on display at the Perth Museum until April 26, 2026, and the letter is expected … Read more