A Word On The Pope’s Interview …
I was disturbed when I read Fr. Godfrey Diekmann’s comments about the Pope.
Msgr. Schuler Strikes Again!
During the second half of the 20th century, some doctors thought they were smarter than God. They no longer promoted or taught breastfeeding to mothers.
Which Way Does Your Priest Face For The Prayer After Communion?
The current Missal was put together with haste, and even the Vatican dicastery had to apologize for all the errors and typos contained in those early 1969 and 1970 directives, as Msgr. Schuler has pointed out.
More On “Mass Facing The People”
The current rubrics tell the priest when to turn around and face the people, which would be superfluous if he were already facing them.
Subdeacon’s Role In The Ordinary Form Mass
I never realized Subdeacons were allowed to be part of the New Mass, but it makes sense since the minor orders were not suppressed until 15 August 1972.
The Extraordinary Form Is Centered On Christ
Those who oppose abortion point out that very few of the 50 million abortions since Roe v. Wade had to do with “rape and incest,” but this is the weaker argument.
The Popes And Bishop René H. Gracida
“I had a special relationship with Pope Paul VI that began with his election to the papacy.” — Bishop René H. Gracida
Don’t You Hate It?
… when people have to read the reviews to find out if they enjoyed the concert?
“And I Will Raise You Up” — Voice Of God Songs During Mass
“This is not to say that prayers in strophic form cannot be uttered with a prayerful mentality.” — Professor László Dobszay
No Salvation From Decrees (3 of 3)
Fr. Georg May was a superb Canon lawyer and faithfully heard Confessions every Saturday … even during the tumultuous years following the Second Vatican Council.
“Adoremus In Æternum” … Heretical?
“Will you still love your girlfriend after she becomes your wife?”
No Salvation From Decrees (2 of 3)
If a choir sings the “Kyrie Eleison” in Greek, is it still considered a “Latin Mass?” Archbishop Bugnini disagrees.
Jeb Bush And The Sacred Liturgy
“It might surprise a stranger that, after we have solemnly told the people to go away, they stay and the service continues.” — Adrian Fortescue
Fr. Godfrey Diekmann “Foaming At The Mouth”
As he lay dying, St. John Vianney’s confessor whispered, “Hide my whip, hair shirt, and other instruments of penance. If people find them, they’ll think I’m in Heaven, and won’t pray for me.”
Graduale Simplex, Archbishop Bugnini, And More
I’m reminded of my years as a high school teacher. There were always 5-6 parents who had too much time on their hands, and they pestered the administration for changes.
No Salvation From Decrees (1 of 3)
Billy claims all Americans can swim. Joseph is an American. Billy says Joseph can swim. Where’s the news?
1963 Video • Funeral of John F. Kennedy (Low Mass)
Cardinal Cushing famously left the Second Vatican Council, claiming, “I cannot speak Latin.”
And The Answer Is … (?)
I’ve asked many priests this question, but nobody seems to know the answer.
“Young girls with quite non-liturgical notions”
Catholics must distinguish between true, authentic Liturgical dance and the “goofy type.”
Concerning Animals With Twelve Eyes
“Across the board the Catholic faith can be understood as God’s family in every way. You don’t need a PhD in theology. You don’t even need courses in theology.” — Dr. Scott Hahn