The idea that the Tridentine Mass alone can restore a sense of awe and wonder in God’s presence is a cherished slogan of traditionalists but one with shaky foundations. It must be a source of acut
Paul Vallely's article is clear and measured. The process of canonisation needs revision. It is in so many ways artificial and contrived. The Canonisation of the two popes is rather embarrassing. It w
Blessing one's self is not just an act of reverence, it also sets one's self apart and, sometimes, above others. When that happens, blessing one's self signals one's triumphant position.
Today, Cathol
Only a return to the Traditional Latin Mass offered with great reverence can provide the wonder and awe in God's presence that we need. That, along with sound, vibrant preaching, and real, authentic r
The loss of real faith is a tragedy where it occurs. Nevertheless, new forms of faith expression are essential. Ireland's church has been too narrow and stifling, its rituals tedious to many, its p
Curiously this Emmaus passage seems often to be mis-understood. It has not been unusual for the expression "...They knew him by the breaking of bread.." to be presented as the most important or mayb
In respect of Martyn Turner's cartoon; I have seen it and would like to add my voice to all who condemn it as grotesque. I am an ex-pat, having left Ireland forty years ago, at age 16, so some might s
The statistics : priests may be 0.3 per cent of the total population. However, if that is correct they are likely to be closer 0.6 per cent or 1.0 per cent of the adult population who get reporte
Clare @ #16, the seal of confession binds the priest, but the child is free to say whatever they like to anyone. So the priest could try to convince the child to go to a trusted and reliable adult, or
Comments
All recent Comments
Is Catholicism now deemed to be old-fashioned, irrational, and unacceptable? Brendan Hoban asks in his weekly Western People column.
April 23 2014The idea that the Tridentine Mass alone can restore a sense of awe and wonder in God’s presence is a cherished slogan of traditionalists but one with shaky foundations. It must be a source of acut
The Politics of Saint-Making
April 23 2014Paul Vallely's article is clear and measured. The process of canonisation needs revision. It is in so many ways artificial and contrived. The Canonisation of the two popes is rather embarrassing. It w
Is Catholicism now deemed to be old-fashioned, irrational, and unacceptable? Brendan Hoban asks in his weekly Western People column.
April 23 2014Blessing one's self is not just an act of reverence, it also sets one's self apart and, sometimes, above others. When that happens, blessing one's self signals one's triumphant position. Today, Cathol
Is Catholicism now deemed to be old-fashioned, irrational, and unacceptable? Brendan Hoban asks in his weekly Western People column.
April 23 2014Only a return to the Traditional Latin Mass offered with great reverence can provide the wonder and awe in God's presence that we need. That, along with sound, vibrant preaching, and real, authentic r
Is Catholicism now deemed to be old-fashioned, irrational, and unacceptable? Brendan Hoban asks in his weekly Western People column.
April 23 2014The loss of real faith is a tragedy where it occurs. Nevertheless, new forms of faith expression are essential. Ireland's church has been too narrow and stifling, its rituals tedious to many, its p
23rd April. Easter Wednesday
April 23 2014Curiously this Emmaus passage seems often to be mis-understood. It has not been unusual for the expression "...They knew him by the breaking of bread.." to be presented as the most important or mayb
Comment on Irish Times Cartoon
April 17 2014In respect of Martyn Turner's cartoon; I have seen it and would like to add my voice to all who condemn it as grotesque. I am an ex-pat, having left Ireland forty years ago, at age 16, so some might s
Married men could be ordained priests if world’s bishops agree – Pope Francis
April 11 2014Sean : Yes, plenty of theory in the penny catechism and the back of Kellogg boxes. Little idea though about reality.
Comment on Irish Times Cartoon
April 17 2014The statistics : priests may be 0.3 per cent of the total population. However, if that is correct they are likely to be closer 0.6 per cent or 1.0 per cent of the adult population who get reporte
Comment on Irish Times Cartoon
April 17 2014Clare @ #16, the seal of confession binds the priest, but the child is free to say whatever they like to anyone. So the priest could try to convince the child to go to a trusted and reliable adult, or
Popular Posts
Categories