When Non-Negotiable Values Are Neglected

When Non-Negotiable Values Are Neglected

In the first chapter of his important new book, Pope Francis’s “Paradigm Shift”: Continuity or Rupture in the Mission of the Church?, José Antonio Ureta points out the lack of certainty about the Pope’s interpretation of Church teachings, using Francis’s own words. ✧                    †                    ✧ On the first anniversary of his accession to the … Read more

Ten Thousand Sign Petition to Protest Speech by Fr. Martin in Ireland

Ten Thousand Sign Petition to Protest Speech by Fr. Martin in Ireland

After Ireland’s vote to end its ban on abortion last May, the next step is a campaign to normalize the practice of homosexuality. The most visible Catholic spokesman for the attempt to “build bridges” in this area is Fr. James Martin, S.J. He is scheduled to speak at the World Meeting of Families to … Read more

Free Love, Divorce, and Homosexuality as Goals of the Revolution

Free Love, Divorce, and Homosexuality as Goals of the Revolution

Most people think of Communism—if they think about it at all—as a purely economic force. That is what we were taught in school and university; it is what we will hear in the rare instances when Communism is discussed honestly in the various media. That understanding may be correct as far as … Read more

The Touching Encouragement of an Archbishop

The Touching Encouragement of an Archbishop

There are many ways, big and small, to fight against today’s anti-Christian culture. There are public displays of Faith that are impressive in their scope and organization. This can be seen every year at the National March for Life as well as similar marches in states and cities all across America. There … Read more

Catholics Pray Outside Cathedral Where Controversial Jesuit Speaks

Catholics Pray Outside Cathedral Where Controversial Jesuit Speaks 1

Nearly 200 Catholics prayed across from Holy Name Cathedral in Chicago on March 22, where Father James Martin, S.J. gave a Lenten talk. The invitation to speak caused an uproar since the outspoken Jesuit priest is an open and active promoter of pro-homosexual issues. He has been banned from speaking at several Catholic venues. … Read more

Praying a Counter-Cultural Rosary on the Frontlines of the Culture War

Praying a Counter-Cultural Rosary on the Frontlines of the Culture War 1

As I stood on the country highway praying a rosary for marriage, I could not help but think I was on the front line. Talking about traditional marriage is essential, but it can be done from the safety of the home. Writing about the subject is an exercise done in the isolation … Read more

LGBT Activists Disrupt Protest Against Homo-erotic Advertisements

LGBT Activists Disrupt Protest Against Homo-erotic Advertisements 2

On March 11, the Dutch organization, Stichting Civitas Christiana, held a street campaign in Nijmegen, the Netherlands, directed against the sexually explicit advertising posters of clothing manufacturer Suitsupply. The demonstration immediately sparked a counter-protest by LGBT activists, who reacted with violence, insults and threats. The protest all happened under the watchful eyes … Read more

City Attacks Catholic Farmer for Belief in God’s Marriage

City Attacks Catholic Farmer for Belief in God’s Marriage

Alliance Defending Freedom attorneys challenge city policy that ousted farmer from market for his belief in God’s marriage as the union between one man and one woman. LANSING, Mich. – Alliance Defending Freedom attorneys representing an organic farmer in Michigan filed a federal lawsuit Wednesday against the city of East Lansing after officials ousted his … Read more

Progressive Clergy Intend to “Normalize” the Sin of Sodomy

Progressive Clergy Intend to “Normalize” the Sin of Sodomy

Although any conscious surrender to lust is a mortal sin, some are graver than others. Adultery is graver than simple fornication; incest is graver than adultery; and sins against nature are graver still. Sins against nature are opposed to the purpose of sexual intercourse, and also are “contrary to the natural order … Read more

Over 3,000 Rallies for Marriage Make It Clear: It’s One Man and One Woman

Over 3,000 Rallies for Marriage Make It Clear: It’s One Man and One Woman

As I prepared for a rally for traditional marriage, I wondered how people would react to a public display on this issue that many have declared settled. Perhaps the public would be hostile and see us as divisive. Perhaps others would become furious and seek to curtail our right to free speech. … Read more