Author Archives: Jim Fair

I doubt Barronelle Stutzman ever expected she would be appealing a case to the US Supreme Court. Barronelle isn’t a terrorist, political activist or criminal.  She is a Christian and a florist. In Richland, Washington. When I picture a Christian/florist, … Continue reading →

The Catholic Church inspires some of the world’s most beautiful music. The Catholic Church inspires some of the world’s most banal music. Yes, both of these statements are true.  And when I go to an unfamiliar parish, I never know … Continue reading →

Traditional culture has encountered a few shocks in recent times. First, we’ve had a huge debate over who can use which toilets.  When I grew up it was simple; girls used the girl’s toilet and boys used the boy’s toilet.  … Continue reading →

Really smart scientists at a couple big research universities are mixing people and pigs. I have no doubt that their intentions are laudable.  They want to save lives.  They want to make the world a better place. Read all about … Continue reading →

“Love is the only force capable of transforming an enemy into a friend.” – Martin Luther King Jr. Washington hosted a parade last Saturday.  Billed as something positive for women, it was a sophomoric and often crude affair:  profanity, blasphemy, … Continue reading →

Today is inauguration day.  The United States gets a new President.  This makes 45 new Presidents in our history. We get a new President every four or eight years – unless something terrible happens.  Thanks be to God, that doesn’t happen … Continue reading →

In a few days, Donald Trump will take the oath of office and become the 45th president of the United States.  Expect parades, demonstrations, parties and protests. Not everyone in America is on the same page. To some, this change … Continue reading →

One of the many blessings I receive by working for a Roman Catholic organization is that I visit Rome occasionally. I’ve been there more than a dozen times.  I mention this not to suggest I’m important, but to establish my … Continue reading →

All of us “practicing” Catholics witness the appearance of visitors at Christmas Mass. Some are visiting family and friends.  Some are semi-practicing Catholics who get into the Christmas spirit and decide to see what is happening.  Perhaps some are people … Continue reading →

I am confirming a rumor you likely have heard for many years.  You won’t be disappointed. Young men studying at the Legion’s seminaries, discerning a call to the priesthood, spend a good deal of time in prayer.  If a man … Continue reading →