Author Archives: Ron Conte

unnatural sexual acts are intrinsically evil

Posted on 23 December 2010 by Ron Conte

In these public comments, moral theologian Fr. Faggioni suggests great discretion in discussing sexual acts, which is generally a good approach. But the circumstances are such, at the present time, that proponents of unrestrained sexual expression in marriage, as if … Continue reading →

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Phoenix abortion case: medical facts

Posted on 22 December 2010 by Ron Conte

over at Vox Nova, M.Z. Forrest takes issue with Bishop Olmsted’s assessment of the medical facts. M.Z. quotes the Bishop: It also was clear that the exceptional cases, mentioned in ERD #47, were not met, that is, that there was … Continue reading →

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good Catholic magazines online: New Oxford Review

Posted on 22 December 2010 by Ron Conte

New Oxford Review is a solidly orthodox Catholic online magazine. I’m not saying that I agree with the contents of every article. Faithful Catholics can and should at times disagree on matters that are not essential to the Faith. And … Continue reading →

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prescription recreational drugs

Posted on 22 December 2010 by Ron Conte

Drug companies spend many millions of dollars promoting ED medications. I’m sure they realize that most of the persons using these medications are using them as a prescription recreational drug, not as a treatment for a valid disorder. What they … Continue reading →

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Can Catholic hospitals dispense contraception to unmarried persons?

Posted on 21 December 2010 by Ron Conte

Some Catholic commentators claim that the Magisterium has no teaching on whether or not contraception is moral outside of marriage. This claim implies that the administrators of a Catholic hospital can use their own moral judgment as to whether or … Continue reading →

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The year of Christ’s Birth

Posted on 21 December 2010 by Ron Conte

In which year was Christ our Savior born? In terms of salvation, it does not matter — he was born as part of God’s plan to offer salvation to every human person without exception. But it is an interesting question, … Continue reading →

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the Virgin Birth of Jesus

Posted on 21 December 2010 by Ron Conte

The Church teaches that the birth of Jesus Christ was virginal and miraculous. “In union with the whole Church we celebrate that day (night) when Mary without loss of her virginity gave this world its savior. We honor her, the … Continue reading →

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contraception with a good intention

Posted on 21 December 2010 by Ron Conte

Some commentators are claiming that contraception is only immoral when the intent is to contracept, i.e. when contraception is used with the purpose of preventing conception. Not true. The Magisterium teaches that there are three fonts of morality: (1) intention, … Continue reading →

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The Errors of Michael Voris: anti-Judaism

Posted on 19 December 2010 by Ron Conte

Michael Voris (on the website and on YouTube) does not present orthodox Catholic teaching. Michael Voris, S.T.B., seems to be the only teacher, formerly at RealCatholicTV, and now at ChurchMilitant.tv — Voris was told by his Bishop to stop using … Continue reading →

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More on contraception outside of marriage

Posted on 18 December 2010 by Ron Conte

Pope Benedict XVI’s comment about condoms is in itself not very interesting. He merely notes that the intention to avoid disease transmission — out of concern for other persons — is a good intention. But of course one good font, … Continue reading →

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The discussion on the Latin text of Humanae Vitae continues

Posted on 18 December 2010 by Ron Conte

over on his blog, Steve Skellmeyer mentions my article on the Latin text of Humanae Vitae, and he discusses the topic of contraception outside of marriage further. It’s worth a read.

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Howard Hawks: What makes a movie good?

Posted on 18 December 2010 by Ron Conte

Howard Hawkes, famed American director, producer and screenwriter, asked the question: What makes a movie good? His answer: Three good scenes; no bad scenes. This seems like an odd answer. Why not say all scenes should be good, or ‘at … Continue reading →

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