Category Archives: commentary

Cardinal Sarah stated the following in an article on 31 August 2021: “Beyond the quarrel over rites, the credibility of the Church is at stake. If she affirms the continuity between what is commonly called the Mass of St. Pius … Continue reading →

The papal accusers like to use a particular quote alleged to be from Pope Innocent III: “Thus it is that Pope Innocent III states [De Consuetudine] that, it is necessary to obey the Pope in all things as long as … Continue reading →

The Roman Pontiff, Pope Francis, is being accused of heresy for his general audience describing the Communion of the Saints. What is heresy? Canon 751: “Heresy is the obstinate denial or obstinate doubt after the reception of baptism of some … Continue reading →

Timothy Flanders, editor in chief of OnePeterFive, had proposed a “debate” on the SSPX. But the debate has ended. Flanders has sided with the SSPX, and against the authority of the Catholic Church. Flanders published this article: The SSPX Debate: … Continue reading →

Here is the article at LifeSiteNews, which quotes an interview with Burke in which he discusses Traditionis Custodes (TC) and the later Responsa ad Dubia (RD) affecting implementation of TC. I must strongly disagree with several of Cardinal Burke’s claims. … Continue reading →

Here is the link to his article at Rorate Caeli. The article is titled: “Papolatry and Ultramontanism are not the same: Why I am proud to be an ultramontane — by Roberto de Mattei”. I’ve mentioned the errors of de … Continue reading →

Dr. Taylor Marshall has accused Pope Francis of teaching heresy for his remarks in his General Audience on the Communion of the Saints. Dr. Marshall has also publicly stated on Twitter that Francis is no longer a valid Pope, as … Continue reading →

A baptism using the formula “We baptize…” is invalid because the community does not baptize. The individual who baptizes stands in the place of Christ to baptize the person. [John 4] {4:1} And so, when Jesus realized that the Pharisees … Continue reading →

At OnePeterFive.com, editor in chief Timothy Flanders continues to speak about “our editorial stance … to unite the clans to rebuild Christendom.” The original article on this editorial stance is here and the current article being discussed, The Post-Liberal Conversation … Continue reading →

The main problem with critics and opponents of Pope Francis or of any Pope or Council is that they are unwilling to accept decisions of Church authority, which is the authority of Christ, based on faith alone. Instead, they judge … Continue reading →

Pope Francis spoke about the communion of the Saints at a general audience Wednesday (2-2-22). Nothing he said was in error. It is easily explained as orthodox. Yet LifeSiteNews and many commentators on social media attacked the Pope for his … Continue reading →

In my previous post here, I wrote a section on “Rejection of holy Water” by Fr. Z. and by Peter Kwasniewski (who cites Fr. Z. on this point). In his latest post, Fr. Z. defends his rejection of any blessings … Continue reading →