An Open Letter to The Catholic Filmgoer
In his 2021 video essay, “The Side of Scorsese We Don’t Talk About,” Thomas Flight reflects upon the notable lapsed Catholic director’s use of the fourth wall in his films, specifically within Scorsese’s 1991 remake of the classic thriller, Cape Fear. In the film, obsessive criminal Max Cady (Robert DeNiro) seeks revenge upon attorney Sam […]
Playing the Trump Card
One of the harsh realities of living in an occupied country is that we just don’t have much political leverage where the things that matter most to us are concerned. In the new Remnant Underground (see video below this post), I initiate a conversation for which I hope my fellow Christians will see a need, […]
Italy’s Prime Minister Backs Stricter Ban on Surrogacy: How Europe Differs From US on Issue
Antonio Masiello Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is seen on the set of the TV show ‘Porta a Porta’ at Rai Studios, on April 4, in Rome. The messaging against surrogacy promoted by the Catholic PM is in line with the arguments recently made by the Vatican regarding the Church’s opposition to surrogacy.
Appeals Court Rules Against West Virginia ‘Save Women’s Sports Act’
Acroterion The Court of Federal Appeals (Lewis F. Powell Courthouse) and the skyline of Richmond, Virginia, from the foot of the Virginia Capitol grounds The 4th Circuit Court said that the lower court, which had upheld the West Virginia law in a January ruling, erred by ruling to allow the law that prohibits biological males […]
Ferrero Rocher: The Chocolate Inspired by Our Lady of Lourdes
Canva Stock Images L to R: The popular chocolate Ferrero Rocher actually honors Our Lady of Lourdes. Rocher de Massabielle marks the location where the Virgin Mary appeared to St. Bernadette in France. Chocolatier made annual pilgrimages to Lourdes and also organized a visit for his employees. He also had a statue of the Virgin […]
Catholic Cookbook Author Tiffany Dahle, With a Recipe for ‘Eggs in Purgatory’
Catholic cookbook author Tiffany Dahle ‘Asking me to pick my favorite recipe is a lot like asking me to pick my favorite child,’ says Dahle. ‘I just love trying new things.’
St. Teresa of Los Andes, Pray For Us!
St. Teresa of Los Andes around 1919. St. Teresa allowed her life to be transformed by her love for Christ.
Biden Administration to Mandate Employers Grant Leave for Workers to Obtain Abortions
GagliardiPhotography Despite the 54,000 comments against it, the EEOC said it would move forward with the rule change. The new rule is part of the commission’s efforts to implement the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), according to a final EEOC rule change announcement.
Survey: New Priests Are Young and Involved in Their Community
Zvonimir Involvement in parish ministry was also a key commonality for this year’s ordinands. Eucharistic adoration was the most popular form of prayer for this year’s graduating seminarians.
Catholic Sculptor Readies Monumental Stations of the Cross in Orlando, Florida
Canadian sculptor Timothy Schmalz told CNA that his monumental Stations of the Cross to be installed on the grounds of the Basilica of the National Shrine of Mary, Queen of the Universe in Orlando, Florida, is the fruit of nearly constant work over the last three years and is expected to draw thousands of visitors […]