the reproach of Christ

It has become common today, in discussions of doctrine and discipline, to oppose decisions of Church authority, particularly by the Apostolic See or Roman Pontiff, with explanations as to why the decision, whether doctrinal or disciplinary, is wrong. The internet … Continue reading →

Here’s a good opinion piece from TheGuardian in the UK: Some politicians seem comfortable with the idea of a new cold war. They shouldn’t I agree that we should avoid alienating Russia (as much as possible) and especially China. I’ll … Continue reading →

I intend to expand the types of subjects treated on this blog, to include politics, war, world hunger, world poverty, and various social issues. I will not, however, comment on every socio-political controversy, nor on particular political candidates or elections. … Continue reading →

Please Pray 10 Hail Marys for Pope Francis on March 13th, which is the 10th anniversary of his Pontificate.

Here is the article: Beatification Date Announced for Married Couple with Seven Children Martyred by Nazis, Including One Unborn Child (NC Register) As I have opined in previous articles here and in my book Forgiveness and Salvation for Everyone, prenatals, … Continue reading →

Catholic dogmatic teaching is that anyone who dies in the state of grace is saved. They will go to Heaven either directly or after a stay of some length in Purgatory. Dying in the state of grace is salvific. Those … Continue reading →

I noticed an older article, titled Can Christ & Peter Both be “Rocks”?, on Dave Armstrong’s excellent blog Biblical Evidence for Catholicism. I don’t disagree with much that Dave says in that article; rather, my position adds to what he … Continue reading →

Some opponents of Pope Francis have cited Saint Thomas Aquinas in order to justify their accusations against the Roman Pontiff. St. Thomas: It must be observed, however, that if the faith were endangered, a subject ought to rebuke his prelate … Continue reading →

Pope emeritus Benedict never had so many unofficial “spokespersons” until after he died. Then many persons came forward, using his name to oppose Pope Francis and to oppose the authority of the Apostolic See. Here is what Pope Francis said … Continue reading →

This is a common complaint about Pope Francis, that he often speaks to the press or to groups of persons spontaneously. He sometimes departs from his prepared remarks in speeches. He speaks his mind to many persons, in addition to … Continue reading →

Post your theology questions in the comments section. This is not a place to argue your point of view. Questions on Catholic theology please.

The Benevacantists are Catholics who do not accept the resignation of Pope Benedict XVI, nor the election afterward of Pope Francis. Instead, they hold that Benedict did not validly resign, and so he remained the true Pope. This implies that … Continue reading →