Inside the Life of Saint Maximilian Kolbe: New Polish Film “Knight” Unveils the Martyr’s Heroic Story
“Knight,” a new film about Saint Maximilian Kolbe produced by the Polish Bishop Conference’s Opoka Foundation, unveils the life of this martyr, missionary, inventor, founder of the Militia of the Immaculata, and founder of a modern media company. Opoka Foundation president and producer of the film Father Marek Gancarczyk explained the importance of Saint Maximilian […]
More Erotic Musings from Vatican Head of Doctrine
Warning: explicit material below. I was reading the news this morning and my 7-year-old walked into the room. I had to close the page because it included the cover of this book by Tucho “Heal Me with Your Mouth” Fernández. That’s right, folks. More erotic musings from the man entrusted with doctrinal purity by Pope […]
Clash of the Catechisms, pt. 2
Author’s Note: this series endeavors to correct the historical record and encourage Catholic parents and educators with a sure sign of hope for the future. Part I demonstrates the public rupture in the catechetical manuscript tradition over the past sixty years, while Part II offers a critical review of the new catechism Credo within this […]
How the Seven Gifts of the Holy Spirit are a Spiritual Force to Guide Your Faith
Are you in tune with the spiritual “vital signs” that guide your faith? On this episode of “The Catholic Talk Show,” Ryan Scheel, Ryan Dellacrosse, and Father Rich Pagano discuss the Seven Gifts of the Holy Spirit and how they provide the roadmap for spiritual growth. The Seven Gifts of the Holy Spirit – wisdom, […]
Diebus Saltem Dominicis: Observance of Epiphany and of Holy Family, Myrrh and Pain
It’s hard to know what to write about for this Sunday. In the Novus Ordo in most places the observance of Epiphany will take place. In the Vetus Ordo it is the Feast of the Holy Family. In the Novus Ordo last Sunday was Holy Family, while in the Vetus it was Sunday in the […]
Is Anger Considered Sinful? What the Catholic Church Teaches About Righteous Indignation
Could a fiery temper actually be a force for good? On this episode of “The Catholic Gentleman,” John Heinen, Sam Guzman, and Devin Schadt discuss anger and when your indignation can be righteous! Sam, a mental health counselor, explains that anger is an often misunderstood emotion. Despite the common misconception, not all anger is inherently […]
Identifying the Three Wise Men: A Priest’s Discovery Behind the Truth of the Magi Story
During the Christmas and Epiphany seasons, most Christians will accept the story of the three wise men as part of the seasonal charm. Schoolboys will dress up in their crimson and purple robes, wearing crowns and carrying little caskets, and process behind the Bethlehem star. But did it really happen? Most Bible scholars believe the […]
Blessing Your Home on Epiphany? How to Do It in 2024
Traditionally, the Catholic Church celebrates the Epiphany on Jan. 6. However, in the United States, the celebration has moved to the Sunday between Jan. 2 and Jan. 8. The Solemnity of the Epiphany celebrates the revelation that Jesus was the Son of God as revealed to the Three Wise Men. As Catholics, we believe that […]
Bishops React to Pope Francis: Traditionis Custodes vs. Fiducia Supplicans
Above: Vatican City – September 7, 2015. Pope Francis meets with Bishops of Portugal during their ad limina visit to Rome on September 7, 2015. Credit: © L’Osservatore Romano The Future is not Franciscan Ever since the revelations of Archbishop Viganò starting with his first letter in August of 2018, Pope Francis seems to be […]
LIVE From SEEK w/ Fr. Mike Schmitz
Matt talks with Fr. Mike Schmitz about New Year’s resolutions, the Bible, and how to repent. Show Sponors: https://ascensionpress.com/fradd https://strive21.com/matt