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Mary’s Immaculate Conception Inspires Wonder
When Blessed Pius IX infallibly defined the dogma of Mary’s immaculate conception, he bolstered an ancient Christian axiom: lex orandi, lex credendi. The law of praying is the law of believing. … more
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Why waiting is important
We just entered the season of Advent. The essential meaning of the season may be encapsulated by the terms anticipation or waiting. We anticipate the coming of the Messiah, the Lord, the return of … more
They’re not Ordinary Bones
This past week Providence College and St. Pius V Church hosted a unique event: A chance to see a relic of St. Thomas Aquinas. Typically, as Catholics when we think of relics, we have in our minds a … more
Did you make a New Year’s Resolution?
As the Church approaches the liturgical equivalent of a new year, the Mass rubrics stipulate that priests celebrate on the last Sunday in Ordinary Time the Solemnity of Christ the King. This … more
Praying for a New Bishop
The faithful in the Diocese of Providence have begun praying for a new bishop. For what kind of man should a Providence Catholic pray? One might ask for an apt administrator or someone well versed in … more
The Moral Relativism of Pontius Pilate
This coming weekend, the Church will celebrate the feast of Christ the King. The gospel text that will be proclaimed at Mass that day is John 18:33b-37, which records for us some of the dialogue that … more
Bishop Gelineau was always willing to teach about joy, the fruit of love
I was quite saddened to hear of Bishop Louis E. Gelineau’s passing on November 7, 2024. I recall how Jesus responded when his friend Lazarus died: “Jesus wept.” (John 11:35) Bishop … more
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Ralph Fiennes as Cardinal Lawrence and Stanley Tucci star in a scene from the movie “Conclave.”
Conclave a Glitzy Film not Based in Reality
Recently released film “Conclave” is getting a lot of attention in Catholic circles. The movie is based on a book by the same name written in 2016 by Robert Harris. The movie depicts the … more
The Important and Timely Message of Our Lady of Champion
Many Catholics are not aware of the fact that there has been only one approved apparition of our Blessed Mother here in the United States since our country was founded in 1776. That apparition … more
Archbishop Henning Learned Much, Taught Much, Loved Much
Over the past year, I’ve had the privilege of attending several liturgies with Archbishop Henning. One ceremony required a long drive from Providence along Route 138, which parallels the Rhode … more
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Proclaim the good news in this election cycle
When I mention to fellow Catholics that I will not be voting Nov. 5 for either the Republican or the Democratic candidate for president of the United States, the most common response that I receive … more
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Remembering October 7
On October 7th, 1548, a coalition of Christian countries united by Pope St. Pius V and with the intercession of Mary, defeated a numerically superior Muslim force from the Ottoman Empire at the … more
Not All Unions Deserve Support
Since Pope Leo XIII, the Catholic Church has supported the right of workers “to unite in associations for the promotion of their interests.” In Matthew’s Gospel, our Lord told us … more
Choosing ‘the Lesser Evil’
Recently Pope Francis was openly critical of both American presidential candidates. He explicitly criticized Kamala Harris for her stance on abortion, and Donald Trump for his strict immigration … more
We cannot follow Jesus and sidestep the cross
The crucifixion of Jesus of Nazareth was a historical event occurring in a particular time and place. But the cross casts a long shadow, one that stretches across all of history. As Christians, we … more
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The beginning of the school year: Making all things new
By Bishop Robert Reed OSV News It’s that time of year, again, when the waking air has a chill crispness to it, and the hallways are lined with bookbags full of fresh spiral notebooks, binders … more
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A medical lab technologist operates an embryo vitrification during an intra cytoplasmic sperm injection process (ICSI) at a laboratory in Paris
IVF is not Pro-Life
Recent headlines have brought into focus in vitro fertilization (IVF) treatments as a solution for couples struggling to have children. Some have even framed the issue as consonant with pro-life … more
A young woman becomes emotional as she attends a vigil at Jug Tavern Park in Winder, Ga., Sept. 4, 2024, following a shooting that day at Apalachee High School in Winder. A 14-year-old student opened fire at the school killing at least two teachers and two students, authorities said.
Reminders to work for Peace in the Midst of Gun Violence
On September 4, 2024, a 14-year-old student opened fire at a Georgia High School and killed four people. That same week on Saturday, a Kentucky man opened fire on a Kentucky highway seriously … more
With each child, parents need to find a special place
I am currently reading “The Yellow Feather Mystery” with my 7-year-old. Maybe you’ve heard of it. It’s Volume 33 in the Hardy Boys mystery series -- and we are in possession … more
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The Holy Eucharist: ‘The’ Test of Faith
Dr. Tim Gray, the current president of the Augustine Institute, has said that “The Eucharist is the test of faith.” This insight is illustrated clearly and powerfully in the final verses … more
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