A new priestly formation plan in the Diocese of Charlotte will require seminarians to spend a year teaching in Catholic middle or high schools. Bishop Michael Martin says the goal is to expose seminarians to lay life and strengthen their ability to teach the faith. The proposal has drawn pushback from clergy, raising questions about whether opposition reflects concerns with the plan itself or with a rollout critics say lacked consultation—and whether growing “Martin fatigue” could hinder the bishop’s ability to lead major changes now.
The Diocese of Charlotte, North Carolina, announced a change to its priestly formation programme in an email sent to priests on 15 December, according to the substack.com-account The Pillar. Beginning in the next academic year, diocesan seminarians will complete a one-year pastoral assignment teaching at a local Catholic secondary school. The teaching year will take place after philosophy studies and before theological studies. Purpose of the Programme Seminarians will receive pay, be assigned a lay mentor, and live in local rectories while paying room and board at diocesan rates. The diocese said the programme is intended to provide sustained pastoral and teaching experience, as well as exposure to the demands of full-time work and daily life. Priests Tired of Bishop Martin The article relies largely on anonymous sources. Some priests have raised concerns about the programme’s impact on priestly formation, the lack of formal classroom training, the additional year added to formation,…More
John Ford, 73, a retired Anglican bishop, was received into the Church on 30 November 2025, the First Sunday of Advent. The news was made public by Gavin Ashenden, a former Anglican priest and former chaplain to Queen Elizabeth II, who has himself been received into the Catholic Church. Ford is married to Bridget. They have three children. He previously served as Bishop of Plymouth in the Church of England from 2005 to 2013 and later as Bishop of The Murray in the Anglican Church of Australia. He retired from episcopal ministry in 2019. At the time of his reception into the Catholic Church, he held no active ecclesiastical office #newsOucqhqsiks
There is a vast difference between the meaning of shepherd and wolf. A pope is a guardian and custodian of the faith, not a destroyer. Can a traitor and murderer of souls be called a bishop? The Magisterium of the Church has decreed in perpetuity that heretics and apostates are automatically excommunicated, as are their collaborators and accomplices.
No es apostólica esa "bendición" porque Prevost no es Papa. El fue instalado por un común acuerdo con Bergoglio y Parolín para concluir la obra destructora de Bergoglio. Los frutos están a la vista de todos.
Leo XIV today on Francis: "His prophetic voice, pastoral style and rich magisterium have marked the Church’s journey in recent years, encouraging us above all to place God’s mercy at the center, to give renewed impetus to evangelization, and to be a joyful Church, welcoming to all and attentive to the poorest"
In his Christmas address to the Roman Curia today, Pope Leo XIV praised his "beloved predecessor, Pope Francis": "His prophetic voice, his pastoral style and his rich magisterium have marked the Church's journey in recent years." Francis encouraged "us" [pluralis majestatis] "to place God’s mercy at the centre, give renewed emphasis to evangelisation and be a joyful church that welcomes all and is attentive to the poorest". Furthermore, Leo XIV warned that in the Church there are "forces of division may be at play": "We can fall into the temptation of swinging between two opposite extremes: uniformity that fails to value differences or, on the other hand, the exacerbation of different viewpoints instead of seeking communion." Leo XIV wants to "build the communion of Christ in a synodal Church". And: “When dealing with faith, liturgy, morality, or other matters, one risks falling victim to rigidity or ideology.” He does not see his role as a gardener "who tends to his own plot", but as …More
Whenever one is traditional or conservative, the main buzzword used against him is RIGID. So, I presume all the saints before V2 were rigid, but this trait got them canonized as saints, where they are adoring God in Heaven for all eternity.
According to the German bishops' conference, at least 66 Catholic churches and chapels were closed and desecrated in Germany in 2024. By 1 December, at least 46 churches or chapels had been profaned in 2025. The bishops' conference notes that not all profanations are published in diocesan official bulletins, meaning the actual number of churches taken out of use could be higher. #newsLtntbguhal
God Is Born God is born, power’s freezing, Lord of Heaven is revealed. Fire clots, glow is ceasing, the Infinite is now sealed. Though despised – to glory fated, mortal King and First Principle, For the Word is incarnated and has dwelt among us, people. Hast thou Heaven more than Earth? God has left thy splendid favours and descended in His birth, keen to share our pains and labours. He was wounded and tormented for our sins, to heal the cripple, For the Word is incarnated and has dwelt among us, people. Raise your hand, Holy Child, Bless our cherished fatherland, and support it with your might in well being and prudent stand. Bless our home and goods related, hamlets and each city steeple, For the Word is incarnated and has dwelt among us, people.
In an anthill lived a small ant. She wasn’t the strongest, the fastest, or the smartest. But she had one quality that set her apart. She could never walk past someone else’s pain. If an ant was tired and couldn’t carry a grain, she helped. If someone stumbled, she lifted them up. When rain destroyed the tunnels, she was the first to rush in and rebuild. Over time, the others got used to it. She was always there. A grain fell? She’d pick it up. Running behind? She’d finish the job. Exhausted? She’d lend a shoulder. But no one ever asked, “And you… are you tired?” Every day, she worked not only for herself but carried what others didn’t have time or strength to handle. Did she rest? No. She quietly told herself, “Just a little longer. What matters is that it’s easier for everyone else.” Then one day, she noticed something. Her legs were shaking. Her back ached. And the grain felt heavier than it ever had before. But how could she let the anthill down? One ant asked, and she helped. …More
Pope Leo in Christmas Greetings to Curia: “We can fall into the temptation of swinging between two opposite extremes: uniformity that fails to value differences, or the exacerbation of differences and viewpoints instead of seeking communion. Thus, in interpersonal relationships, in internal office dynamics, or in addressing questions of faith, liturgy, morality and more besides, there is a risk of falling into rigidity or ideology, with their consequent conflicts.”
Perry Como sings O Holy Night O holy night, the stars are brightly shining; It is the night of the dear Saviour's birth. Long lay the world in sin and error pining, Till He appeared and the soul felt its worth. A thrill of hope, the weary world rejoices, For yonder breaks a new and glorious morn! Fall on your knees! O hear the angel voices! O night divine, O night when Christ was born! O night divine! O night, O night divine! Led by the light of faith serenely beaming, With glowing hearts by His cradle we stand. So led by light of a star sweetly gleaming, Here came the wise men from the orient land. The King of kings lay thus in lowly manger, In all our trials born to be our friend. He knows our need, to our weakness no stranger. Behold your King, before Him lowly bend! Behold your King, your King, before Him lowly bend! Truly He taught us to love one another; His law is love and His gospel is peace. Chains shall He break, for the slave is our brother; And in His name all oppression …More
Perry Como sings O Holy Night- dentelTV2 on Dec 18, 2009 Perry Como sings O Holy Night. - Hollywood Palace aired 12/20/1969
Leo XIV urges all warring nations to observe 24hrs of peace on Christmas Day: I once again ask all people of good will to respect at least 1 day of peace on the feast of the Savior's birth... Perhaps they will listen to us, and there will be 24 hours - 1 full day of peace throughout the world
Today, Pope Leo XIV has appointed Monsignor James Misko as the new Bishop of Tucson, USA. Until now, he served as vicar general of the Diocese of Austin. Born on June 18, 1970, Misko was ordained a priest in 2007 for the Diocese of Austin. Sinister Memorandum On November 12, 2025, Vicar General Misko wrote to the clergy of Austin that the practice of setting out kneelers for the reception of Holy Communion should be discontinued (email below). He noted that the use of kneelers had become more common in recent years and stated that the bishop requested the practice be ended. He added that the normative posture for receiving Holy Communion in the United States is standing. Monsignor Misko argued that placing a kneeler for Communion risks confusing the faithful about what the Church considers the norm. It may implicitly communicate that kneeling is more appropriate or more reverent than standing. Although he acknowledged that receiving Communion on one's knees is not prohibited, he insisted …More