Religion
10 political dynamics of Pope Francis’ new encyclical
The new papal encyclical, Laudato si’, is already a factor in the 2016 presidential election. Democrats are thrilled at having the “appearance” of support from Pope Francis. The Republican Party, which needs Catholic voters to win elections, should pay close attention to the impact of the encyclical on attitudes of Catholics previously skeptical of climate change enthusiasts.
Below I attempt to describe the political dynamics set in play from now until election day that is primarily an attempt to distract Catholic voters from the importance of settled, non-negotiable, Catholic moral teachings about life, marriage, and the family.
Read MoreSupreme Court imposes so-called same-sex marriage on America
“We know what’s good for the little people.”
That’s what the Supreme Court is once again saying in today’s court ruling that has contorted itself into a pretzel to discover that the Constitution says marriage is all about lifestyle.
Just as in Roe v Wade, the Court overturns state law and imposes immorality on us.
Read MoreForgive me, Father, for I have sinned
Get ready for Pope Francis’ climate change encyclical
The Pope’s encyclical on climate change will be released tomorrow.
Readers of this blog know that I’ve been skeptical of climate change hysteria, sometimes dubbing it “climate change theology.”
My skepticism is based on a number of factors:
Read MoreLet the love shine through
By Tom Quiner I love these quotes from the late, great Trappist monk and Catholic writer, Thomas Merton: “Our job is to love others without stopping to inquire whether or not they are worthy. That is not our business, and in fact, it is nobody’s business. What we are asked to do is love, and…
Read MoreBREAKING: Ennio Morricone composes new Mass
In a single bar, Ennio Morricone has me hooked.
I’m talking about the Academy Award-winning film composer. Ennio Morricone writes music that instantly touches my soul.
Read MoreThe problem is Jesus
The culture wars are nothing new. They are simply the ongoing attacks against Christ which began 2000 years ago. Today’s liberals are merely useful tools for Satan.
Read MoreThe place to find God
Why does God let us hurt?
Isn’t He supposed to be loving? Isn’t He, in fact, supposed to be all Love?
Read MoreLiberals blame Christianity for relentless Islamic mass murder
“It is certainly true that many people in Jerusalem were killed after the Crusaders captured the city. But this must be understood in historical context. The accepted moral standard in all pre-modern European and Asian civilizations was that a city that resisted capture and was taken by force belonged to the victorious forces. That included not just the buildings and goods, but the people as well.”
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