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Contemplative monk creates comic book to teach (Catholic) faith

This monk is following an ancient tradition in using a comic book to explain the faith. One need only look at the stained glass windows and frescoes in European cathedrals to see the handiwork of his earlier peers.  Contemplative monk creates comic book to teach (Catholic) faith

Mendes on Senators: Best Alfredsson memories - Sportsnet.ca

This story is somewhat out of place here... but as a dedicated Sen's fan with a particular soft spot for Daniel Alfredsson, I wanted to post something about him. This article demonstrates in spades that he is a 'good man' as well as being a good (great?) hockey player and longtime captain of the team. While I hope that my Sens will dominate the Red Wings in the years to come now that Detroit has moved into the same Eastern Conference division, I wish Alfie every success in what he states is to be the last year of his playing career. Mendes on Senators: Best Alfredsson memories - Sportsnet.ca

A video from CNS on Pope Francis' first encyclical - Lumen Fidei

Click on the link below to a short video presentation of the major points addressed in Pope Francis' first encyclical - Lumen Fidei. You will find it half way down the page of the CNS site. i http://www.catholicnews.com/?bcpid=871847130001&bckey=AQ~~,AAAAdgye3dk~,p0Zv3iru3vI90CY8w-dvFbaZHMMlJ_KC&bclid=870704407001&bctid=2534615116001 ew video story

Canada residents fight Queen citizenship oath in court

Gee whiz... if you don't want to accept Queen Elizabeth as monarch of Canada, why apply for citizenship here? I support Canada's generous immigration policy but must we forgo something as foundational as our allegiance to the Crown to accommodate immigrants who want to become citizens of our country? I hope not. Canada residents fight Queen citizenship oath in court - Toronto - CBC News

The best sign yet that Hollywood has run out of good ideas for new movies. H/T to G. Weigel for passing it along to me!

Pope Francis lays down the law on child sex abuse on Vatican grounds - CNN.com

I've said it before and I'll say it again... I LOVE this Pope!! Go Pope Francis Go!!! Pope Francis lays down the law on child sex abuse on Vatican grounds - CNN.com

CARTOON: A Brief Catholic History of the Internet | Fr. Z's Blog

CARTOON: A Brief Catholic History of the Internet | Fr. Z's Blog

Pope Francis Preference for Simplicity Leaves Much To Be Spiritually Desired

And so it begins. I wondered how long it would take for some traditionalists to begin to complain about Pope Francis' style of governance. Apparently the answer is a few months. What do you think of our new Pontiff's style? Do you think that the concerns expressed by this column are valid? Pope Francis’ Preference for Simplicity Leaves Much To Be Spiritually Desired…

What's this blog all about?

I've been receiving some passionate if misguided comments lately about the types of stories I've post to this blog and it seemed appropriate to address their concerns. First off, please remember that this blog was developed as a spot where a variety of issues could be discussed. This means that it is not my intention to only post material that promotes the Catholic faith, but rather it requires linking to articles that promote a variety of positions and attitudes about what I refer to as 'life question' issues. For example, if I post a piece that promotes something like euthanasia its purpose is to provoke thought and discussion. It does not indicate that I support such immoral acts. To put it succinctly, it's not a blog intended to preach to the choir! It's intended to promote and foster reflection and conversation on any given topic. Others have commented that I am falsely claiming to be an 'evangelical Catholic' as evidenced by the type of article...

Canada by the numbers - Happy Canada to everyone!!

Happy Canada Day!!! Canada by the numbers