'You kneel before the Blessed Sacrament. You try to pray. You feel nothing. The silence is empty. The time seems wasted. Father Jeff Fasching has a message: it is never wasted. Spiritual dryness is not a sign of failure. It is a sign of fidelity. The saints experienced it. Christ Himself experienced it in the Garden. When no emotional consolation comes, the act of remaining is itself the prayer. Worship is not about what you feel, it is about honoring God whether you feel it or not. Fasching urges Catholics not to judge the Mass or Adoration by personal satisfaction. The Eucharist is the greatest expression of Christ’s love. He desires that love to be returned—through faithful presence, through perseverance, through the quiet decision to stay even when the heart feels distant'
VATICAN CITY (PerMariam) — Cardinal Raymond Burke has given his assessment of the recent Extraordinary Consistory along with the upcoming episcopal consecrations of the Society of Saint Pius X, noting some remaining concerns about the consistory format, while lamenting the planed consecrations. Speaking with Per Mariam following the recent consistory, Cdl. Burke offered a summary of the event which drew just under 180 cardinals to Rome for the second such meeting of Leo XIV’s pontificate. As many have similarly done, Burke welcomed the return of consistory’s to the Vatican’s regular life, since it offers a chance to “discuss important questions with regard to the Church.” But he also raised his concerns about the small table “synodal” group method which has largely replaced the traditional open discussion. As for synodality itself, on which the cardinals were briefed during Saturday’s meeting, the American prelate said that it “remains unresolved.” “There really needs to be a …
Yesterday, Leo XIV wrote to the Priestly Fraternity of St. Pius X. He acknowledged the FSSPX's devotion to Tradition, the liturgy, and priestly formation. He begs them to "turn back" from a prospective "schismatic act", warning of its grave consequences while reaffirming the Church's openness to dialogue and reconciliation. The letter. To the Reverend Father Davide Pagliarani Superior General of the Priestly Fraternity of Saint Pius X With a paternal heart, and aware of the responsibility entrusted to me by the Lord as the Successor of the Apostle Peter, I address you and, through you, the bishops, priests, seminarians and faithful connected to the Priestly Fraternity of Saint Pius X. The Church recognizes the devotion to liturgical life, commitment to priestly formation, apostolic zeal and desire for fidelity to Tradition that characterize many people and communities connected to your Fraternity. This has motivated the attentive and generous attitude that my Predecessors have consistently …More
Amos 5:14-15, 21-24 “Seek good and not evil.” Loving good helps us turn away from evil. Matthew 8:28-34 “Two demoniacs who were coming from the tombs met him.” Jesus comes to eliminate aggression, and humanity is set free. Jesus is the Way that opens the door of the heart. Biblical texts: NAB-RE Normand Thomas.
Italian Bishops Commit to Interfaith State Religion. Worse than Germany: On 25 June, the Italian Bishops' Conference signed an interfaith agreement titled "The Italian Way of Dialogue: Religions in the Public Sphere and for Social Cohesion" together with representatives of Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Buddhist, Hindu, Baháʼí and other religious communities. After the signing, the signatories met President Sergio Mattarella at the Quirinale Palace to present him with a copy of the pact. He welcomed the initiative as a contribution to dialogue and social cohesion.
10 Things That Drain a Woman’s Energy 1. Gossip Talking badly about others may feel satisfying for a moment, but it drains your peace. Protect your energy by stepping away from conversations that are built on judging someone else’s life. 2. Neglecting your body A woman feels stronger when she treats her body with care. Rest, movement, good food, fresh air, and basic self-care are not vanity. They are part of feeling steady and alive. 3. Bottling up emotions You don’t have to pretend everything is fine. Pain, disappointment, anger, joy, and tenderness all need space. When a woman constantly hides what she feels, she slowly loses touch with herself. 4. Having no personal passion Every woman needs something that belongs only to her. A hobby, a creative outlet, a small dream, a quiet interest. Something that reminds her she is more than her responsibilities. 5. Doing nothing for too long Rest is important, but endless emptiness can become heavy. Even small actions—cleaning one drawer, …More
29.06.2026 THE LIONEL ANDRADES INTERPRETATION OF VATICAN COUNCIL II IS DOGMATIC, MAGISTERIAL, APOSTOLIC, RATIONAL AND ETHICAL: POPE LEO MUST ADAPT The SSPX Profession of Faith can be read with the Lionel Andrades (L.A) interpretation. VC2 is traditional and ecclesiocnetric. The blue orthodox passages dominate. The red ones are not exceptions for the blue passages. The text of Vatican Council II read rationally supports the traditionalists but when read irrationally supports Pope Leo and the liberals. High Noon after July 1, 2026. Canon and secular petitions will target irrational and dishonest interpretations of Vatican Council II by cardinals and bishops. Reason and tradition support the conservative Catholics. When Vatican Council II is traditional and aligned with the conservatives how can the SSPX be excommunicated in the name of the Council? When Vatican Council II is traditional with ‘the blue passages’ not contradicted by ‘the red passages’ how can Pope Leo remain liberal and …More
In a quiet little town lived a widowed shoemaker named Thomas and his young son, Daniel. The day before Christmas, Daniel looked up at his father with shining eyes. "Dad," he said, "Jesus is coming to visit us today." Thomas smiled gently. "That's a wonderful dream, son. But people don't just expect Jesus to knock on their front door." Daniel shook his head. "I saw Him in my dream last night. He promised He would come." So the little boy spent the morning sitting by the front window, watching the snowy street, waiting. Hours passed. Then Daniel noticed something outside the fence. Two older boys were pushing around a smaller child who wasn't even trying to fight back. Without thinking, Daniel rushed outside. "Leave him alone!" he shouted. The bullies ran off, and Daniel helped the frightened boy inside. Thomas washed the dirt from the child's face while Daniel brushed his tangled hair. Together they served him a hot bowl of soup and fresh bread. As the boy got ready to leave, Daniel …More
[Venerable Mary of Agreda – XVII Century AD; born/died: Agreda, Spain; Mystic; Writer; ‘Blue Nun’] St. Joseph never saw his holy spouse asleep. He did not know, from his own experience, whether she slept at all. Her place of rest was the little bed made by the saint. It had . two coverings, between which she was accustomed to place herself to take a brief and light repose. The under garment of the august Mary was a tunic or chemise, but little softer than woolen stuff. She never left it off, except when it was worn, nor soiled it, and no one in the world saw it, not even St. Joseph. In all her works, and in whatever she did for St. Joseph, the greatest cleanliness was observed. Before St. Joseph was informed of the mystery of the Incarnation, our blessed Lady, at certain times when he was not occupied, used to read to him from the Holy Scriptures, particularly from David and the Prophets. She explained them like an experienced instructress, and her holy spouse questioned her on many …More
I have so much catching up to your posts. I read the short ones when I can. Been so unhappy missing them and there are so many to catch up to now. Hopefully this week I can start!
"The faithful and happy St. Joseph was all enkindled by divine love in these gracious conversations, and, shedding tears of joy, he cried out: “Is it indeed possible that I shall see my God and Redeemer within you chaste arms ?— that I shall adore Him there ?—that I shall hear His sweet voice ?—that I shall touch Him ?— that my eyes shall see His divine face ?—that the sweat of my brow shall be employed in His service, and for His support ?—that we shall speak and converse with Him? Whence comes to me such bliss as none could ever have deserved? Why have I not rich treasures, that I might lay them at His feet ?”"
Leo XIV About to Appoint Another Female Prefect: According to today's report on MessaInLatino.it, Sister Alessandra Smerilli, the current Secretary of the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development, is set to become the Prefect of the same Dicastery. The decree has reportedly already been signed, but there has been considerable upheaval in the Vatican. Cardinal Fabio Baggio, the current Undersecretary, is expected to be appointed Pro-Prefect or Secretary. Sister Smerilli was one of Francis's most trusted lay religious advisers and a promoter of synodality, women's leadership in church governance and integral ecology. She is also a frequent participant in UN, G20 and interfaith initiatives.
Suor Smerilli Prefetto del Dicastero Sviluppo Integrale?
notizie Nostre fonti molto anntedibili ci dicono che suor Alessandra Smerilli, attuale Segretario del Dicastero per il servizio dello sviluppo umano integrale diventerebbe Prefetto dello stesso Dicastero. Decreto già firmato ma grande subbuglio in Vaticano. Il Card. Fabio Baggio, attuale Sottosegretario, sarebbe nominato Pro Prefetto o Segretario. Le fonti sono molto attendibili, ma vediamo cosa succede. Luigi Casalini Navigazione articolo
“My people, infants are their oppressors, and women rule over them. O my people, your guides mislead you and they have swallowed up the course of your paths.” Isaiah 3:12
The Holiness Jesus Actually Demands Today The gospel reading emphasizes the need for holiness that surpasses that of the scribes and Pharisees and rejects the notion of universal salvation. The importance of living out the teachings of scripture is emphasized, particularly regarding anger, forgiveness, and treating others with compassion, mercy, and humility. St. Peter’s letter to persecuted Christians underscores the call to bless those who abuse us, inheriting a blessing in return, and stresses the importance of prayer to achieve this supernatural holiness. St. Peter reminds us that true holiness requires more than just outward appearances; it demands a genuine transformation of the heart. We are called to turn away from evil, seek peace, and live out the teachings of Christ, even if it means suffering for righteousness. This requires a deep belief in scripture, not just in our heads, but in our hearts, leading us to be the light and leaven in our society. Fr. Altier is a Priest at …More
What do you think? Mons Conley: "The faithful should not be forced to go to a community separate from Peter to find the Traditional Mass"
Bishop James Conley, Lincoln: "There is a resurgence of interest in all things traditional, especially among young people. I see it in my own diocese. They want reverence. They want transcendence. They want beauty in the liturgy." "Thanks be to God we have not only the Fraternity of Saint Peter, but I have a couple of priests who celebrate, with permission of the Holy See, a Sunday Mass in the Extraordinary Form... It's my hope that as they continue to ordain priests... they will be able to meet the needs of the people who desire this form of the Mass." "So don't give up and don't jump ship."
The Novus Ordo was a product of hell and has destroyed the faith of countless Catholics. The youth deserve the traditional Mass, not the protestant version of it.
"Eventually, Our Lady must tread upon Communism and Zionism as she must prevail over every stratagem of the Devil and his army. Indeed, this final victory was plainly promised at Fatima.” Father Feeney
"The final message at Fatima was not yet three weeks old. Forty years later, the fantastic picture is this: Communism sits as the absolute lord of the East, with an empire stretching from Berlin to the China Sea, dominating one quarter of the land area of the world, and a third of the world’s people. Zionism, on the Western hand, stands arrogantly astride the remainder of the world’s powers, with every major head-of-state a self-professed defender of Zionism, every major city a Zionist fund-raising headquarters, and every major Western nation in sustained peril of seeing the cream of its youth killed-off to perpetuate the Zionist state in Palestine. Spectacular as these political considerations are, however, they have been eclipsed in Catholic minds by the horrors which have beset the Church since Fatima. Nothing more pointedly reflects the Jewish inspiration of Communism and Zionism than the vengeance with which they have attacked Our Lord in His Mystical Body.”
I pray that day will come soon. And why I try to get everyone I can to do what The Blessed Mother told us to do. At midnight get up or stay up to say Three Our Fathers to plead with GOD to destroy all evil so Holy Mother Catholic Church and the world will have peace. Standing with our arms in the sign of the Cross. I have skipped several days this year. When before I would miss once maybe twice in a year. So I have been trying harder to pray and not miss them. It's a promise I hope to see. Please say the Three Our Fathers at midnight. And as separate Our Father for The Consecration of Russia to The Immaculate Heart of Mary. If Our Holy Mother told us we should say them, why would anyone ignore it?