Monthly Archives: September 2010

‘Affliction or consolation, health or sickness, is all one to a heart that loves. Since we wish only to please God, it should be enough for us that His Will is accomplished.’  St. Margaret Mary Alacoque  When you wake up … Continue reading →

In the days leading up to the Holy Father’s visit to Great Britain, predictions were for a low turnout at events and a tepid reception.   Of course, things turned out just the opposite — big, enthusiastic crowds.  Most folks were … Continue reading →

“We should guard against jealousy, and even the slightest sentiment thereof. This vice is absolutely opposed to a pure and sincere zeal for the glory of God, and is a certain proof of secret and subtle pride.”  St. Vincent de … Continue reading →

At a recent family gathering one of my brothers cheerfully informed us that the word siphon has been defined wrong in countless dictionaries. Another brother quickly produced a dictionary to verify his words. Sure enough, the concept of gravity had … Continue reading →

‘Frequent confession is the cause of great good to the soul, because it purifies it, heals it, and confirms it in the service of God: we ought not therefore to omit confession on our fixed days for any business whatsoever; … Continue reading →

I got a note from my friend Father Charles Sikorsky, L.C., president of the Institute for Psychological Sciences.  He described being inspired by a nun who attended the institute summer pastoral program.  As he said, she was “the real deal.” … Continue reading →

Good afternoon. Please find some wonderful words of wisdom below from Pope Benedict XVI from his recent visit to England.  I have nothing to add! “Jesus is always there, quietly waiting for us to be still with him and to … Continue reading →

‘By talking and irreverence in churches, we show disrespect to Almighty God in His own house.’  St. Benedict Joseph Labre While substituting for a priest in Southern Maryland, I was very edified by his parishioners.  Most arrived 5-10 minutes before … Continue reading →

Our Legion colleagues in Germany published a new issue of their “L” magazine, dedicated almost entirely to the current situation of the Legion of Christ. The newsletter is 20 pages long and has been sent to all German-speaking benefactors and … Continue reading →

“God is our light. The farther the soul strays away from God, the deeper it goes into darkness.”  St. Alphonsus Maria de Liguori It begins by not going to Mass every Sunday, and then regular Confession is no longer important, … Continue reading →