Priesthood

VVEDNESDAY EXTRA

ICK Ordinations 2013
ICK Ordinations 2013

58 French Dioceses have No Ordinations This Year

. . .Traditionalist priests now account for 20% of ordinations in all of France. . .

from the Catholic Herald

Live Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Adorecast
Bishops’ Support for Open Borders Hides Self-Serving Politics – Maureen Mullarkey
What Happened to St. Paul’s Churches in the Middle East? – Rod Dreher, TAC Blogger
The Ad Hominem Fallacy is a Sin – Edward Feser Ph.D.
Letter to the Roman Catholics of the United States, A.D. 1790 – George Washington
The Vatican Publishes Norms on Consecrated Virgins – CNA/EWTN News via The CWR
The Sword in the Stone Belonged Not to King Arthur, but to Italian Saint – Aleteia
Holy Family in a Cage at Church: Which Bible to Quote? (Updated) – Bobby Ross Jr.
“Pro-Life” Bob Casey Votes with Planned Parenthood 75% of The Time – M. Bilger, LN
Symbolic Meaning of the Colors Used in the Liturgical Year, Infographic – ChurchPOP
The Great Divide: From Civility to Civil War? – Paul Murano, Catholic Vote
Rare 1st-Century Coin from Jewish Revolt Found in Ancient Jerusalem Drain – Aleteia
George Washington’s “Rules of Civility” were Originally from the Jesuits – Aleteia
Is Pope Francis’ Economic Critique Holding Back the Poor? – Henry Christopherson
Janus v. AFSCME: Political Freedom for Public Employees – Janice R. Brown, Acton
Bellarmine, Jefferson & the Declaration of Independence – Mt. E. Bunson, NC Register
Are Life, Liberty & Pursuit of Happiness Still Self-Evident Rights? – J. Clark, NCRegister
Work, Identity, & Christian Faith – Benjamin L. Smith Ph.D., Those Catholic Men
Whoever Is Not Against You Is For You – Rob Marco, Catholic Stand
Despite Doubts, Mexico’s Bishops Ready to Work with New Leader – I. San Martín, Crux
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TVESDAY MORNING EDITION

New Ordinations (Credit: Screen Shot from Institute of Christ the King Sovereign Priest via Liturgy Guy)

Use a Model Diocese to Produce an Over Abundance of Priestly Vocations

. . .It seems like the question keeps coming up & yet there seems to be little to no response from our Bishops.  Every year since 1965, the priest to faithful ratio has gotten worse.  There is not much more than hand-wringing going on to solve the problem.  The trend keeps spiraling downwards.  The seminaries of yesteryear are almost all closed, consolidated, or operating at minimal capacities. . .

by Father Donald L. Kloster,

via Liturgy Guy

Live Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Adorecast
One of New Cardinals Has Fathered Children, According to Adelante la Fe – R. Cæli
The Summer Reading List That Will Change Your (Faith) Life – Chloe Langr, epicPew
Priestesses & the Marriage Supper of the Lamb – Fr. Dwight Longenecker
Jesus Mythicism: No Contemporary References to Jesus – T. O’Neill, Hstry for Atheists
The Archdiocese of Utrecht May Be About To Sell Its Ancient Cathedral – Mark de Vries
Former Col. QB & NFL Prospect Pursues Vocation as Catholic Missionary – J.P. Mauro
How Facebook is Censoring a Pro-Life Movie “Roe v. Wade” – Tom Blumer, Life News
Does Fatherlessness Cause Atheism? Dr. Paul Vitz – Patrick Coffin, Catholic Stand
A Great Cardinal is Turning Catholics Into Political Force in Secular Uruguay – S. Nolan
8 Years Ago, He Forgave a Debt, Now That Kindness Sparked a Movement – C. Gardiner
Vietnam Miracle: When the Little Flower Appeared to a Man – Larry Peterson, Aleteia
Children Under Siege in the Digital Age – Allison Burr, The Imaginative. . .
An International Christian Confederation – Rod Dreher, TAC Blogger
Norbert McAuliffe: The Newest “Venerable” from America – Philip Kosloski, Aleteia
US Student Loans Stopping You from Entering Seminary? There’s Help – Sim. Dennerly
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SVNDAY EDITION

Roman Collar (Credit: CC0 via Aleteia)

6 Reasons to be a Priest

. . .just like his father before him, my oldest son entered seminary — & just like me, he didn’t stay.  I hope my other sons will give seminary a try also — & I pray that one is called to be a priest. . .

by Tom Hoopes,

of Aleteia

Live Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Adorecast
A Cry for the Warrior Priest – Fr. Dwight Longenecker
Quæritur: Forgetting Sins During Confession – Fr. Z’s Blog
This Spectacular Ceiling Mosaic in St. Louis Cathedral (US) is World’s Largest – J Burger
What You Need to Know About the Cistercians – Philip Kosloski, Aleteia
Inculturation: Japanese and Chinese Madonnas – Shawn R. Tribe, Liturgical Arts Journal
Advice from St. Francis de Sales on How To Be a Virtuous Person – Ph. Kosloski, Aleteia
A Visual Guide to Guardian Angels: What You Need to Know – Phi. Kosloski, Aleteia
Appearance versus Reality: Christ’s Body in the Eucharist – Dan Byron, Catholic Stand
Open Your Eyes, Pro-Life Feminists are Everywhere – Helene Alvaré, CNN
Through the Holy Spirit, Christ Can Be With Us Always – Fr. Geo. W. Rutler Th.D. S.T.D.
Becoming True Men of Christ: Poverty, Poor in Spirit – Matthew B. Rose, Cthlc Exchange
How to Choose Art for the Psalms & the Divine Office – Dav. Clayton, New Ltrgcl Mvmnt
The Spiritual Life, Silence, & the Sacred Liturgy – Veronica A. Arntz, Rorate Cæli
How to Be a Catholic Missionary – Jennifer Fitz, National Catholic Register
Seeing the Face of God in the Poor – Laura DeMaria, Catholic Stand
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FRIDAY AFTERNOON EDITION

Ordinations (Credit: flickr)

Boom! The Fort Wayne-South Bend Diocese Is Ordaining the Largest Class in Over 40 Years

. . .Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend’s large priest ordination class part of a growing interest by young people in religious life. . .

by Kevin Kilbane,

of News-Sentinel

Live Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Adorecast
Why was Bishop Barros Appointed in the First Place? – Fr. Ale. Lucie-Smith Ph.D., CH
The Referendum in Ireland – David Warren, Essays in Idleness
Liturgical Abuses & Moral Corruption – Birgit Jones, Catholic Stand
On Debating Anti-Catholics – Karl Keating, KarlKeating.com
The Intercommunion Debate in Germany Is Shaking the Whole Church – San. Magister
In New York City, a New Approach to Catholic School Bears Fruit – E. Short, The CWR
Marriage: Christianity vs. Islam – Ali ibn Hassan, Catholic Answers Magazine
10 Signs That Shakespeare Was Catholic – Fr. Dwight Longenecker, Ntln Cthlc Register
Card. Arinze: Can’t Share Communion with Non-Catholics Like Beer or Cake – Cth Hrld
These 5 Catholic Scientists Shaped Our Understanding of the World – Stephen Beale
The Biblical Roots & History of Indulgences – Dave Armstrong, Ntnl Catholic Register
The God of Second Chances – Erin Cain, Ignitum Today
Today is the Feast Day of St. Bede the Venerable – J.B. Pauley, St. Benet Biscop. . .
Cheers to a Holy Happy Hour – Sofia Infante, Helena Daily
Keeping Catholic Foster Care in Philadelphia – Kathryn Jean Lopez & Lori Windham, NR
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TVESDAY MORNING EDITION

Homeschool Boy Discerning Priesthood (Credit: Screenshot via Fr. Z’s Blog)

The Connection of Home-Schooling & Entering Seminary

. . .a study shows that men who are home-schooled enter the seminary at a higher rate than those who were in Catholic schools. . .

by Father John Zuhsldorf,

of Fr. Z’s Blog

9 Extraordinary Facts About Ghosts That Catholics Need to Know – Laura Hensley, eP
Why the West is Suicidal – Daniel McCarthy, Modern Age
Chappaquiddick: A Review – Donald R. McClarey J.D., The American Catholic
New Catholic App For Kids Is A Game-Changer For Parents – uCatholic
Papal Fallibility? – Inés San Martín, Crux
The Kids Aren’t Alright: Millenials Don’t Know How to Date – Brad Miner, The Cth Thng
The Dispute on “Faith Alone” – Dan Byron, Catholic Stand
Ukrainian Archbishop of Philadelphia Retires for Health Reasons – Rocco Palmo
A Calif. Bill Threatens Free Speech & Truth on Same-Sex Attraction – R. Gagnon Ph.D.
Rendering to Caesar – Michael Pakaluk Ph.D., The Catholic Thing
Hard-Won Homeschooling Freedoms Under Threat & Must Be Defended – K. McDonald
The New States’ Rights: Is Parenthood Defined by Biology or Govt? – A. MacLeod Ph.D.
US Strike on Syria Renews Just-War Debate – Brian Fraga, National Catholic Register
Hawaii Law Prescribes Death in Paradise – Peter Jesserer Smith, Natl Catholic Register
How to Transition Your Wardrobe from Winter to Spring – Meghan Ashley
The 10 Free Technologies Every Catholic Charity Must Use – Brice Sokolowski
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THVRSDAY CATHOLICA EXTRA

Prayer for Vocations Handbook (Credit: Fr. Zs Blog)

A Seminary in Cincinnati with Positive Numbers, Action Item! @CatholicCincy

by Father John Zuhsldorf,

of Fr. Z’s Blog

Interview: Jim Caviezel Goes Back to the Bible in ‘Paul, Apostle of Christ’ – Greydanus
Pope Francis Rebukes Ex-Vatican Officials Who Claim to be ‘Martyrs’ – Catholic Herald
You Won’t Believe These Nativity Sets – Part IV – Matt Vander Vennet, epicPew
Bernard Cardinal Law, RIP: Seeking a Balanced Perspective – Phil Lawler, Cthlc Culture
The Tax Reform: The Benedict Option vs. Homeschooling – Jn. Zmirak Ph.D., The Strm
Pope to Curia: ‘Betrayers of Trust’ are Frustrating Vatican Reform – Jn. L. Allen, Crux
Senior Vatican Figure Says at Law’s Funeral, Even Cardinals Make Mistakes – Jn. Allen
Pope to Workers: No Under-the-Table, Exploitative Jobs in the Vatican – J. Allen, Crux
Israel’s “King Arthur”: 4th Sun. of Advent Mass Readings Explained – J. Bergsma Ph.D.
The Hail Mary, a Biblical Prayer to the Mother of God – Ray Sullivan, Catholic Stand
Late Advent Messages from God to His People – Msgr. Charles Pope, CiM
A Poem for Advent – Christopher Bell, the Human Life Review
The Desert Flowers: The Gospel & Isaiah – Randall B. Smith Ph.D., The Catholic Thing
Mary the Blessed Mother, Full of Grace – Mark C. McCann, Catholic Stand

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FRIDAY CATHOLICA EDITION

Priests in Cassocks (Credit: Crisis Magazine)

More Reasons to Support a Celibate Priesthood

by Michael Warren Davis,

of Crisis Magazine

Perhaps We Have Arrived at the End Times: Cardinal Burke – P. Gambi, Catholic Herald
NFL Player Killed Pregnant Girlfriend ‘cuz Refused to Have Abortion – D. Andrusko, LN
The Australian Church is in Desperate Trouble – Natasha Marsh, Catholic Herald
Oz: Young Catholics Creating Resurgence in Church – Bp. R. Umbers, Catholic Herald
Seeing the Sign: A Reversion Story – Cynthia Millen, Catholic Stand
Some Gay Marriage Gps Support a Cake Baker’s 1st Amend Rts – Finley/Slattery, Mnet
Cruz, Rubio Demand Justice for AF Colonel Fired for Pro-Fam Values – Fr. Hodges, LSN
The Best Pictures from Pope Francis’s Trip to Burma – Catholic Herald
Vatican II’s Unpublished Condemnations of Communism – Paul Kengor Ph.D., Crisis
Staying Alert: 1st Sun. of Advent; Mass Readings Explained – Jn. Bergsma Ph.D., TSP
Blood-Red Century – Ryan Fazio, City Journal
Equal Prop. Rts. for All, Including Christian Wedding Cake Bakers – MacLeod Ph.D., PD
Pope Francis Sends Video Message to Symposium on “Laudato Si” – Vatican Radio
Pro-Life Sen. Pushes Child Tax Cred. Amend., Includes Preborn – D. Mainwaring, LSN
Myanmar: A Voyage Marked by Unity, Affirms Greg Burke – Anne Kurian, Zenit
Bangladesh: The 3 Central Issues of Pope Francis’ Visit – Aymeric Pourbaix, Aleteia

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TVESDAY CATHOLICA EXTRA

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Bishop Carl A. Kemme celebrates Mass with Wichita’s newest priests (Credit: The Catholic Thing)

The Continuing Vocation Crisis in the United States

by Father Mark A. Pilon, Ph.D.,

of The Catholic Thing

Could Catholic Actor Eduardo Verastegui be Next Pres. of Mexico – CNA (link fixed)
The Cool Cardinal (Cupich) – Matthew Schmitz, First Things
Fr. Z on “The Continuing Vocation Crisis in the United States” – Fr. Z’s Blog
Recent Comments of Pope Should Help Quiet Papal Critics – R. Fastiggi Ph.D., VI via LS
Christians are ‘Dangerous & Offensive’, Says Former UK Lib Dem Ldr – Nick Hallett, CH
Protestantism, Modernism, Atheism – Julia Meloni, Crisis Magazine
Rachel Weeping – Donald R. McClarey J.D., The American Catholic
Overcoming Pornography in Your Life – Ray Sullivan, Catholic Stand
Pope Francis to Bishops: Expedite Annulments – Crux
Sense & Nonsense: Latest Defense of Amoris Lætitia – Msgr. Richard C. Antall, Crisis
5 Quotes from St. Therese of Lisieux for a Fruitful Advent – Philip Kosloski, Aleteia
Soccer Defender Becomes Professional Defender of the Faith – Trent Beattie, NC Rgstr
3 Creative & Impressive Ways People are Helping the Homeless – Elizabeth Pardi, Alet.
The Old Testament and the Karate Kid – Elizabeth Jean Seah, Ignitum Today
Pope Francis Meets Aung San Suu Kyi in the Ghost City – Andrea Tornielli, VI via LS
Between Diplomacy & “Risk” in Myanmar, Popes’ Moment of Truth – Rocco Palmo
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MONDAY CATHOLICA EXTRA

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Ordination of New Priests (Credit: Mazur via Catholic Herald)

In This Moment of Crisis, the Church Desperately Needs Good Priests

by Father Alexander Lucie-Smith, Ph.D.,

of Catholic Herald

Black Pro-Lifer Fires Back at Democrat Who Called Her Ignorant – Steven Ertelt, LN
How Many Older Gays Secretly Oppose ‘Same-sex Marriage’? – Michael Cook, M-net
Quæritur: How to Pray for the Pope’s Intentions if I Don’t Like Them or Him – Fr. Z
Vatican: ‘Ecumenical Mass’ Rumours are ‘Utterly False’ – Nick Hallett, Catholic Herald
Francis Says He Urged Fellow Cardinals to Back B16 in ’05 Conclave – D.V. Barrett, CH
Millennials Rejecting the Pill – Shannon Roberts, Mercatornet
Why Did the Pope Call Special Meeting of Bishops in Amazon Region – A. Ambrosio, Al.
We Need to Talk about the Orwellian World of IVF – Francis Phillips, Catholic Herald
10 Cathedrals to Light Up Red to Remember Persecuted Christians – John Pontifex, CH
Polish PM Offers to Save JP2 Statue After French Ct. Orders Cross Removal – Barrett
Wrinkles in Space, How Science Works, with Perspective on Faith – Kurland Ph.D., CS
Raqqa has Fallen, But Where is Fr. Dall’Oglio – Gianni Valente, Vtcn Insdr via La Stampa
The Overemphasis on “New” & “Renewed” – Peter A. Kwasniewski Ph.D., New Lit Mov
Why Catholic Journalism More Important than Mainstream Journalism – T. Hoopes, Al.
San Antonio Archbishop Grieves for Victims of Texas Church Shooting – CNA via NC Reg
How Social Workers Can Advance Catholic Social Teaching – Perry West, CNA
For the L’Affaire Weinandy (6 November AD 2017) click here.
For the MONDAY CULTURÆ EDITION (6 November AD 2017) click here.
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FRIDAY CATHOLICA EDITION

Pope Francis Smiling and Laughing (Credit: Fr. Dwight Longenecker)

Pope Francis Wants Priests to Marry?

by Father Dwight Longenecker

Protest becomes Self-parody: The Jihad Against Bishop Morlino – Fr. Z’s Blog
Fr. Thom. Weinandy Explains His Critical Letter to Pope Francis – C. Olson, The CWR
Scandal, Holy Church, and You – Fr. Z’s Blog
USCCB, Catholic Campaign for Human Development & Planned Parenthood – Dad29
Have Souls in Purgatory Visited People on Earth? – The Catholic World Report
Teens and Sexual Identity – Carolyn Moynihan, Mercatornet
How to Fundraise Like a Catholic for a Catholic Organization – Brice Sokolowski, CF
Bp. Morlino: Don’t Let Funeral Controversy Overshadow Christ’s Love – CNA via CWR
What Masterpiece Cakeshop Really About: Compelling Public Assent – S. Smith, M-net
French Diocese Plays Down John Paul II Statue Controversy – Bernard Gorce, La Croix
Card. Wuerl’s Pastoral Letter Confirms U.S. Church Must Act on Racism – P. Smith, Reg
U.K. Bishop Calls for Prayers as MPs Urge Ban on Abortion Clinic Vigils – CNA
Canada Doing All to Shut Down Pro-Life People Outside Abortion Clinics – H. Ellis, LN
Good Leaders for God’s People: 31st Sun. in Ordinary Time – John Bergsma Ph.D., TSP
Christianity can Survive in Iraq but Not Without Your Help – ACI Prensa via CNA
Super Fetal Surgeries Helping Unborn Children Well Before Birth – Steven Ertelt, LN

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VVEDNESDAY CATHOLICA EXTRA

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The Priest is Alter Christus (Photo Credit: Fr. Z’s Blog)

Wherein Fr. Z Rants. . . About and to Diocesan Priests

by Father John Zuhlsdorf,

of Fr. Z’s Blog

5 Classic Catholic Jokes – Daniel Esparza, Aleteia
Avoiding Embarrassing Situations Receiving Holy Communion – Fr. Roger Landry, ICL™
Poor Catechesis on Homosexuality Left Most Catholics Unable to Defend Church – OSV
Cardinal Ouellet Denounces ‘Alarmist’ Interpretations of Amoris Lætitia – Cth Nws Srv via CH
Holy Land Christians Condemn Wave of Church Desecrations – Cthlc Nws Srvc via Cthlc Hrld
What We Can Learn About Near-Death Experiences – Catherine Mendenhall-Baugh, TaChF
Eucharistic Real Presence: Luther’s Magnificent Defense – Dave Armstrong, Biblical Evid. . .
Pow! 5 Catholic Comic Book Heroes – Philip Kosloski, Aleteia
Walking the Dogma – Carl E. Olson, Catholic Answers Magazine
6 Amazing Facts About St. Vincent de Paul – Laura Hensley, epicPew
3 Prayers of an Exorcist That can Drive Out Evil – Philip Kosloski, Aleteia
Occult, Evangelicalism & My Conversion Part I, Part II, Part III & Part IV – D. Armstrong, BEfC
Yes, Silence About Sin Can Itself Be a Sin – ChurchPop
Why Witchcraft can Never be Used to Accomplish Good – Mary Rezac, Catholic News Agency
Love Gives Suffering Reason and Purpose – Gabriel Garnica, Catholic Stand
The Simplicity of Saint Vincent de Paul – Sarah Metts, Catholic Exchange
For the VVEDNESDAY SÆCVLARIA EDITION (27 September AD 2017) click here.
For the VVEDNESDAY EASTERN ORTHODOX EDITION (27 Sept. AD 2017) click here.
For the VVEDNESDAY CATHOLICA EDITION (27 September AD 2017) click here.
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SVNDAY CATHOLICA EDITION

Men inspiring child to consider the priesthood (Photo Credit: Fr. Z’s Blog)

Quæritur: What Can We Do To Get These Men Into Seminary?

by Father John Zuhlsdorf

of Fr. Z’s Blog

Miraculous Origins of One of Most Beautiful Churches In The World – Billy Ryan, uCatholic
Padre Pio on the Battle of Prayer – Kathleen Beckman, Catholic Exchange
Fly Over Some of the Most Inaccessible Monasteries in the World – Daniel Esparza, Aleteia
These Are the Five Faces of Christ – Fr. Dwight Longenecker, NC Register (link repaired)
Michelangelo’s Last “Pieta” – Fr. Dwight Longenecker, TIC
After Centuries of Exile, a Grey Friar Returns to Walsingham – K.V. Turley, NC Register
Why Is Contemplative Prayer So Important? – Kristin Aebli, Catholic Spiritual Direction
A Primer for a Tradition-minded Celebration of the OF Mass – Gregory DiPippo, New Lit Mov
What’s the Secret to 70 Years of Religious Life? Virgin Mary, Says Nun – CNA via The CWR
Millennial & Monastic: Doesn’t Get More Counter-cultural Than That – Elz. Scalia, Aleteia
The Intelligent Farmer – Patrick Toner Ph.D., The Dispatch via The CWR
Do You Have an Oratory? – Deborah Gyapong, Anglicanorum Cœtibus Society Blog
Recovering the Sacred in Music – Robert R. Reilly Ph.D., TIC
Art as Catechesis in a Baroque Confessional – Zachary Thomas, New Liturgical Movement
How Do We Fund Sacred Art in the Church? This Priest has an Idea – CNA via The CWR
Dn. Mitsui: How Religious Art Can Restore Balance bt. Beauty & Sacred Tradition – O’Brien, AM
For the VVEDNESDAY SÆCVLARIA EDITION (27 September AD 2017) click here.
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