A brief summary of this report is provided in the following 6-minute video. The more detailed report follows, below. Since the 1960s, the ancient chants and beautiful hymns that once elevated the Mass have been discarded in favor of a more “modern” sound. Organs and choirs have given way to guitars, pianos, and tambourines, a shift many faithful Catholics find deeply inappropriate. Yet few realize that this transformation is not just a matter of musical preference—it is rooted in a … [Read more...]
Shadow of the Rainbow
Atlanta’s Shrine of the Immaculate Conception provides yet another instance of the rainbow fighting to cast its shadow over the Church. In what should be a place of worship and doctrinal clarity, one finds so-called ministries (Shrine Ministries) such as "Pride Outreach," "Pride Potluck Socials," and an affiliated group called Fortunate & Faithful Families (FFF), which describes itself as "Catholic Families Affirming Their LGBTQ Members." FFF enjoys the blessing of the local bishop, … [Read more...]
Trump vs. McElroy on Immigration
Immigration has long been debated, raising questions about justice, mercy, and the common good. In Washington, D.C., this conversation takes center stage as Donald Trump begins his second, non-consecutive term as President of the United States and Cardinal Robert McElroy prepares for his installation as Archbishop. This convergence of leadership highlights a striking contrast: a president whose immigration policies often align with Catholic teaching on law and order and a cardinal whose rhetoric … [Read more...]
