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

Just an Article or an Excuse to Blaspheme?

Just an Article or an Excuse to Blaspheme? 1

The days leading up to Christmas are always ones of great anticipation and with good reason since everything about Our Lord’s birth was marvelous. It occurred in the middle of the night under a blanket of stars. The “good tidings” of His birth was announced to nearby shepherds by an angel: “…This … Read more

Why Do Our Comedians Kill Themselves?

Why Do Our Comedians Kill Themselves?

The tragic suicide of comedian Robin Williams contains many lessons. Everyone is quick to point out the contradictions of his life. Here was a man who had everything the world had to offer to fill his life—money, fame and an entertaining lifestyle. And yet far from satisfying him, he was left with … Read more

The True Role of Guardian Angels

The True Role of Guardian Angels 3

While the role of Guardian Angels is to guard men, institutions, cities and nations, we often have a distorted image of the functions of these angels. Many see them as beings that are good just to obtain advantages for us. However, this is not their only role. They exist above all to … Read more

April 13 – Defending God’s Marriage in the Granite State

This time, we’re off to New England. The van is well loaded with fliers, banners, and a set of bagpipes. Everyone “on board” shares the same joy and desire to be on the road again, defending traditional marriage, traveling from city to city, campus to campus. Let me introduce the members of … Read more

Sept 22 – Hollywood Boulevard, Downtown Los Angeles

Sept 22 - Hollywood Boulevard, Downtown Los Angeles

Lunch hour on Figueroa Street, downtown Los Angeles: Stepping onto the sidewalk, he said: “Let me see that sign.” The sign held by TFP volunteer Mr. Thomas Schneider read “God’s marriage = 1 man, 1 woman = children.” “Golly! You’re right about that.” Just then another businessman turned to Mr. Schneider and … Read more

Plinio Corrêa de Oliveira: His Early Years

Plinio Corrêa de Oliveira: His Early Years

On the anniversary of the birth of Plinio Corrêa de Oliveira, founder of the Brazilian TFP and inspirer of TFP sister organizations around the world, the American TFP web site offers its readers a biographical sketch of this man who was truly a “crusader of the twentieth century.” Written in the 1970s, … Read more

A Hero Hollywood Will Never Mention

A Case for Moral Courage: How Colonel John Ripley Exemplified the Trait – and What We Can All Learn from Him

Mediocrity and egoism are engrained in the modern world. Heroism, self-sacrifice, and honor are often unwelcome and seldom given the admiration they deserve. After all, we are taught that comfort, security, and personal advancement come first. How many men are willing to go beyond the call of duty for an ideal greater … Read more