Throughout 2025, Bishop Daniel Felton of Duluth, Minnesota, has "permitted" nine parishes in the diocese to celebrate the Eucharist ad orientem, with the priest and congregation facing the same direction. The "permissions" were granted following requests from parish priests and on a trial basis. Bishop Felton began with an instruction issued in 2024. He wrote that celebrating the Eucharist facing the pews has been widely adopted in the Church since the Second Vatican Council. He added that some Catholics believe this posture has resulted in a loss of 'a sense of transcendence'. Bishop Felton required that both liturgical postures be treated with mutual respect. Priests had to explain their motivations for celebrating ad orientem to him personally and consult their parishioners beforehand. The frequency of the posture varied by parish. Some communities celebrated ad orientem every Sunday, while others did so once a month. The Diocese of Duluth comprises 69 parishes. The nine parishes …Dugang pa
In the Diocese of Austin, I was instrumental in helping them develop a Latin ad orientem Novus Ordo (I knew that was the beginning of the end). I did it because they begged me, being the resident liturgical expert and having the ability to read and competently speak Latin. I made it a point to teach myself those rubrics (not really rubrics) so that I could have a knowledge of the false dichotomy. The Latin Novus Ordo ad orientem is not the TLM. No way, no how. Lipstick on a pig (I speak of the liturgy, not the miracle of transubstantiation). That’s what this city has now. Good for them. They forced me out of the Church by making me overly bitter and frustrated. It is still the same humanist liturgy it always is. Some slap on more makeup and have two deacons (one for the Word, one for the Eucharist) to simulate having an actual subdeacon. Utterly laughable and pathetic, nay synthetic.
What this fine Bishop should have said was: that if any priest can take out a compass and face East, he is very free to say liturgy in that direction. If you are going to return to true tradition, do it right, and not repeat past mistakes.
How the attack on Venezuela was sold| The Listening Post After months of Washington - with the help of much of the US mainstream media - manufacturing consent for a military intervention in Venezuela, last week American forces abducted the country’s president, Nicolas Maduro, and flew him to a prison in New York City. Contributors: Alejandro Velasco – Associate Professor, NYU Alexander Main – Director of International Policy, CEPR JM MonteBlack – Venezuelan-American journalist Luis Valdez Jimenez – Lawyer and Venezuelan- American activist On our radar Once again, Iran is in the grip of nationwide protests, triggered in large part by the country’s struggling economy. What makes this moment volatile is the geopolitical context: both Israel and the US bombed Iran last year and now authorities in Tehran are accusing them of stoking the unrest. On the ground, the response from Iran’s security forces has turned violent but the details remain difficult to verify. Meenakshi Ravi reports. An …Dugang pa
MEHR Conference in Germany Draws 11,000 in Ecumenical Unity | Shalom World News More than 11,000 Christians from across Europe gathered in the Bavarian city of Augsburg from January 3–6 for the MEHR Conference, one of the continent’s largest ecumenical Christian events, offering a visible sign of unity among diverse Christian traditions. Now in its 14th year, the four-day gathering was organized by the Augsburg Gebetshaus (House of Prayer) and led by Catholic theologian Johannes Hartl. Catholics, Lutherans, and evangelicals came together for shared prayer, worship, and teaching under the theme “The Sound of Joy,” emphasizing common faith in Christ amid growing secularization. Most participants traveled from Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, with others arriving from Italy, Norway, and Costa Rica, underscoring the conference’s international reach. The program featured international speakers, including American author John Eldredge, along with extended periods of worship and communal …Dugang pa
"Funding Ukraine is killing the EU economy": Support for the Zelensky government is bringing an end to prosperity in the European Union, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán stated.
"La financiación de Ucrania está matando la economía de la UE": El apoyo al Gobierno de Zelensky está poniendo fin a la riqueza en la Unión Europea, opinó el primer ministro de Hungría, Víktor Orbán
"May I Hug the Pope": This evening, Pope Leo XIV welcomed young people from the Diocese of Rome to the Paul VI Audience Hall. One of the young participants, who had been selected to speak, addressed the Pope at the microphone, saying: 'Dear Pope Leo, thank you for all you do for us. We love you. You are not alone. May we give you a hug?” After this, the young man approached Pope Leo XIV and embraced him.
“Dear Pope Leo, thank you for all you do for us. We love you. You are not alone. Can we give you a hug?”
Funeral of Pope Benedict XVI Three years ago, tens of thousands gathered in a cold, foggy St. Peter’s Square as Pope Francis presided over the simple and solemn funeral of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, the first pope to resign in nearly 600 years. Royalty, world leaders, clergy, and families joined in prayer as Benedict’s coffin was carried into the square, where Archbishop Georg Gänswein knelt and kissed it and the rosary was prayed in Latin. In his homily, Francis reflected on Jesus’ words, “Father, into your hands I commend my spirit,” entrusting Benedict — “faithful friend of the Bridegroom” — to God and recalling his wisdom, tenderness, and devotion. As bells tolled and the crowd applauded, the coffin was taken into the basilica crypt, while banners such as “Santo Subito” expressed the affection of the faithful for the theologian-pope who once warned of the “dictatorship of relativism” and shocked the world in 2013 by resigning for reasons of age and strength.
2023 Papst Benedikt XVI.Ehemaliger Papst wird am 5. Januar beerdigt Benedikt XVI. war von 2005 bis 2013 Oberhaupt der katholischen Kirche. Er war der erste deutsche Papst seit 482 Jahren. Vor seiner Wahl war er gut 23 Jahre lang Leiter der Glaubenskongregation im Vatikan. In seiner Amtszeit versuchte er, Glaube und Vernunft zu versöhnen, die christlich-humanistischen Wurzeln Europas wiederzubeleben und die Kirche von Skandalen zu reinigen. Kirchengeschichte schrieb er mit seinem freiwilligen Amtsverzicht im Februar 2013. EWTN
Pope Saint Miltiades | Feast Day January 10 | Saint Story for Kids Pope Saint Miltiades led the Church when Christians were no longer hunted or punished for their faith. For the first time, followers of Jesus could worship openly and peacefully. What a relief — and what a blessing! Through his calm leadership, the Church began to grow freely, organise itself, and give thanks to God without fear. In this episode, children will discover: Who Pope Saint Miltiades was Why his time as pope was very special How God brings light after times of hardship Why peace is a gift to treasure and protect This story helps children understand that God is always at work — even through difficult times — and that faith, patience, and trust can lead to great joy. Perfect for Catholic families, classrooms, children’s liturgy, and young hearts learning Church history with hope. St Joseph's Corner Melchiade Melchiades Melquíades Milziade Memorial 10 December formerly 10 January Profile Pope during the time …Dugang pa
Cardinal Müller confirms to Raymond Arroyo that the traditional Latin Mass was not discussed in the consistory this week. The cardinals “preferred to speak about the great (external) challenges of the Church and not so much aspects inside the Church”
Gerhard Müller confirmed to EWTN that the traditional Latin Mass was not discussed in the consistory this week. The cardinals “preferred to speak about the great (external) challenges of the Church and not so much aspects inside the Church”
Only God knows if she intended to drive to the right of him or to hit him. But, he was trained to assume the worst in such a situation, and she paid a high price for her stupid mistake of putting him in that situation.
On Virginity, Continence, Matrimony, and the Use of Marriage A Treatise According to Holy Scripture and the Church Fathers Chapter I: On the Perfection of Virginity It is manifest, beloved, from the witness of Holy Scripture and the testimony of the holy Fathers, that virginity and perpetual continence are the most perfect and honorable state of the faithful; for in virginity the soul is undivided, the mind lifted from earthly cares, the flesh subdued, and the spirit prepared for the incorruptible life of the angels, while the eyes of the heart are opened to behold the vision of the Most High. Our Lord, in His ineffable wisdom, calls all who hear Him to this higher life, showing that the nuptial state of this present life is temporary, ordained for the weakness of the flesh, and permitted to those who cannot restrain concupiscence, yet never enjoining it as the measure of perfection. The faithful who enter matrimony do so out of infirmity, not from the desire of holiness, not as the …Dugang pa
On Christmas Eve, Cardinal Pietro Parolin urgently summoned Brian Burch, the U.S. ambassador to the Holy See. He wanted to press for details on Washington’s plans for Venezuela, WashingtonPost.com reported on January 9, citing U.S. government documents. Cardinal Parolin served as apostolic nuncio to Venezuela from 2009 to 2013. He wanted to push for a diplomatic solution that would allow the Venezuelan leader to step aside without bloodshed. Lack of Clarity of US Endgame in Venezuela Cardinal Parolin conceded that Nicolás Maduro had to go, but urged the United States to offer him a safe exit. He warned that a violent escalation risked severe regional destabilization. He reportedly asked whether the United States was targeting "drug traffickers" or pursuing regime change. According to "anonymous sources", Cardinal Parolin suggested that the United States set a clear deadline for Maduro’s departure and provide assurances for his family. He also expressed that he was “very, very, very …Dugang pa
He also expressed that he was “very, very, very puzzled by the lack of clarity of the U.S. endgame in Venezuela.” IT'S ABOUT TIME SOMEONE FEEDS BACK THE VATICAN THE CRAP THAT THEY THEMSELVES SPEW OUT TO THE FAITHFUL. CONFUSION, NOT ADDRESSING ISSUES, NOT TAKING PROACTIVE MEASURES TO SOLVE THE SEX PROBLEMS, PULLING THE WOOL OVER THE FAITHFUL, CHANGING DOCTRINE, THINK ABOUT THAT - PIOLINEEE WEENIE Before his capture, President Trump offered Nicolás Maduro several "off-ramps," including exile to a friendly country like Turkey, in exchange for stepping down, but Maduro rejected these generous proposals, leading to his eventual military capture by U.S. forces on drug trafficking charges . Reports detail attempts to negotiate a deal involving amnesty for officials and keeping some wealth, which fell through, culminating in Trump authorizing the operation that resulted in Maduro's arrest in early January 2026
Nicholas of Verdun, Shrine of the Three Kings, Cologne Cathedral Nicholas of Verdun (and workshop), Shrine of the Three Kings, c. 1181–1220, oak, gold, silver, copper, enamel, and gems, 155 x 112 x 224 cm (High Cathedral Church at Cologne) speakers: Dr. Beth Harris and Dr. Steven Zucker smarthistory
[Direct link to the MP3 file] In this inaugural episode, Nurse Claire rants against the seasonal flu shots, give tips for avoiding sickness while staying unjabbed, and scratches the surface of MAiD in the U.S.A Links to things mentioned in the podcast: Nasal spray bottles ImmuneMist nasal spray Study: Effectiveness of the Influenza Vaccine During the 2024-2025 Respiratory Viral Elderberries on Mountain Rose Herbs (slightly cheaper on Amazon) My recipe Food grade H2O2 UVB vitamin D sunlamps: Sperti Mitolux (pricey but has both IR/NIR and UVB – a good buy if you’d like red light therapy in addition to your UVB) EMR-TEK (also has combined infrared & near-infrared with UVB products; 40% off with code NURSE81564) Electrolyte solutions – I first discovered these when marathon training and I keep them on hand for years now. My children drink various ones after sports and we all use them in hot weather. Very important for illnesses, too, especially when febrile: Jigsaw Electrolyte Supreme (…
John-Henry Westen, Fr, Charles Murr, Frank Wright – Top Vatican insider RISKS EVERYTHING to denounce synodality as NOT CATHOLIC Doctrinal confusion grows within the Catholic Church, as discussed in this conversation referencing insights from Professor William Thomas’ recent warnings about modernism and ambiguity from Church leaders. The panel discusses how silence, compromise, and contradictory messaging, especially on issues like sexuality, migration, and ecclesial reform, are eroding trust among the faithful. The conversation critiques the replacement of clear, revealed truth with emotion-driven theology and political convenience, arguing this shift contributes to the unraveling of moral and spiritual coherence. Referencing Venezuela, the hosts examine how Catholic social teaching is often selectively applied, depending on the political climate. The episode calls for renewed moral courage, fidelity to tradition, and resistance to the theological drift reshaping the Church from within. …Dugang pa
• And the Infallible Magisterial Church declares infallibly that this means objectively that ANTIPOPES bergoglio and prevost and the other synodal church judas prelates have ipso facto excommunicated themselves. Can. 1364— § 1. An apostate from the faith, a heretic or a schismatic incurs a latae sententiae [automatic] excommunication.
“ROME HAS LOST THE FAITH, MY DEAR FRIENDS! ROME IS IN APOSTASY. I do not speak empty words, only that I tell you the truth! Rome is in apostasy. You cannot have confidence in them. ROME HAS LEFT THE CHURCH, THEY HAVE LEFT THE CHURCH, THEY HAVE LEFT THE CHURCH! It is sure, it is certain.” -Archbishop Marcel Lefebvre, founder of the SSPX
JANUARY 11 2026 THE GOSPEL breski1 Holy Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint Matthew 3,13-17. Then Jesus came from Galilee to John at the Jordan to be baptized by him. John tried to prevent him, saying, "I need to be baptized by you, and yet you are coming to me?" Jesus said to him in reply, "Allow it now, for thus it is fitting for us to fulfill all righteousness." Then he allowed him. After Jesus was baptized, he came up from the water and behold, the heavens were opened (for him), and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove (and) coming upon him. And a voice came from the heavens, saying, "This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased."
1 John 5:14-21 “The Son of God has come and has given us discernment to know the one who is true.” Discernment is given to us by the Holy Spirit, who is God. John 3:22-30 Saint John the Baptist said, “This joy of mine has been made complete.” John the Baptist’s joy lies in welcoming Jesus and knowing that salvation has entered the world. Jesus teaches us this. Biblical texts: NAB-RE Normand Thomas.