A Brief History of Eminent Atheists
Here is a sober thought. Let us suppose we might be looking for the first atheists in the history of the world. My candidates...
Romuald’s Eremetical Reform
Saint Romuald (+June 19, 1025/27) was a tenth-century monk, who founded the strict Camaldolese Order, named after their primary benefactor, Maldoli, who, impressed by...
The Sacrament of the Eucharist under the Gaze of St Thomas Aquinas
This year we are joyfully celebrating the 700 year anniversary of the canonization of St Thomas Aquinas on July 18, 1323, by Pope John XXII,...
Fourth Sunday: Witnessing to the Truth
But Jesus passed through the midst of them and went on His way (Lk. 4:30). ⧾
Our Gospel reading today is a continuation of last...
The Theology of Christmas Presents
(A classic by the master essayist, on why we give Christmas presents, for those of us who still who sometimes wonder what is the...
The Quintessence of Thomas Aquinas
St. Thomas Aquinas (1225-1274), famously known to Catholics as the Angelic Doctor, was born in Italy to prosperous parents of royal lineage. At the...
Entering into Holy Week
Christ became obedient for us unto death, even death on a Cross. (Gospel Acclamation). ⧾
Palm Sunday begins our observance of Holy Week, the Week...
Pope John Paul II’s Papal Motto
“My motto; ‘Totus Tuus’ is inspired by the teaching of St. Louis Marie Grignion de Montfort. These two words express total belonging to Jesus through Mary: ‘Tuus...
Safeguarding Your Home Internet with the Network Router Built for Families
In a previous article, Becoming Blind to Pornography on the Internet, I discussed the benefits of a particular filtering and self-control software which is...
Brendan’s Voyage
Today commemorates Saint Brendan, the sixth century Irish monk, the 'Navigator', whose main claim to fame is a supposed seven year trans-Atlantic voyage in...