‘APPENDICES…’ ~ ‘Treatise on Purgatory’ by Saint Catherine of Genoa; 1915; pp. 54-56; part I [Saint Catherine of Genoa ~ XV-XVI Century; born: Genoa, Republic of Genoa/ died: Genoa, Republic of Genoa; (aged 62-63); Mystic; Spiritual Writer] Appendix A THE Saint must here be understood to mean that the souls in purgatory cannot recollect the specific reasons of the pains they suffer ; that they cannot say, " I have done such and such sins, for which I deserve to be here." She cannot mean absolutely that they do not know that the pains they suffer are in punishment for their sins. For besides such ignorance being scarcely conceivable, it is contrary to her own express statement in chapter vii., where she says, that " that which causes the souls in purgatory most pain, is the seeing in themselves a thing displeasing to God ; and the being conscious that it has been admitted against so much goodness." Appendix B THERE is a difference of opinion among theologians as to the nature of that …Mai
"THERE is a difference of opinion among theologians as to the nature of that purification which the souls undergo in purgatory. From what are they purified ? from the guilt of sin, or simply from imperfections? If from imperfections, in what sense do they become perfect? In that they are intrinsically improved ; or is it merely that they have bettered their condition before God?"
Cardinal Víctor Manuel Fernández will publish a new document this October addressing the growing rupture in the transmission of Christianity between generations. It calls for “a Church capable of welcoming everyone in a different way, precisely as they are.” Requested by Pope Francis in his final days, the text was continued with Pope Leo XIV’s encouragement. Fernández announced the forthcoming document in a September 9 address to newly appointed bishops, previewing its main themes and saying it would be published the following month.
Minnesota priest leaves diocese for SSPX, bishop begins canonical process
US priest affiliates with FSSPX, canonical proceedings started. Rev. Philip Conklin, 38, a priest of St. Paul and Minneapolis, has affiliated with the Priestly Fraternity of St. Pius X (FSSPX), and his archbishop has initiated a canonical process against him. It will presumably see the priest declared excommunicated. Archbishop Bernard Hebda wrote on September 30 in the archdiocese’s newspaper: “After confirming with Father Conklin that he does not intend to cease this affiliation, I have felt compelled to commence a canonical process to clarify the situation and his status.” Rev. Conklin was ordained a priest by Archbishop Hebda relatively recently, on May 25, 2024. In March 2026, he went on a six-month leave of absence to discern his priestly vocation. There are some interesting biographical details. Before entering seminary, he trained as a pilot, served for six years in the U.S. Air Force as an air traffic controller, and subsequently worked as a civilian air traffic contractor at …Mai
It appears that any priest who is loyal to traditional Catholicism will face severe penalties. But liberal, heretical and immoral clerics will be advanced.
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“I was addressing the secretary general [Rutte, asking] ‘Is there any proof, real proof intelligence services are providing, something on the table, that Russia is getting ready for something?’ And there is actually none,” Sinkevicius said. Of course there is NONE. There never is. Just empty threats and lies. And once again we have another person to destroy propaganda spread by the West and US. And a few on gtv. If I were to post everything of the truth I see, hear and read, gtv would be overwhelmed with it. So I post occasionally something once in awhile. Sometimes back to back.
In case you missed this one, I will leave it here. Putin an ‘outstanding statesman’ – Kazakh … Kazakh leader calls Putin ‘outstanding statesman’ in front of Merz (VIDEO) Kassym-Jomart Tokayev said the Russian president has the qualities needed to guide a country with a “complicated history”
Homily Friday, October 2, 2026 Job 38:1, 12-21; 40:3-5 God said to Job, “What is the way to the dwelling of light?” God’s light is given to us, but we cannot follow it. Let us welcome the rays of God’s love within us. Matthew 18:1-5, 10 Jesus said, “Become like children.” To rediscover our childlike hearts is to welcome the joy and peace within us, manifestations of God’s love. Biblical texts: NAB-RE Normand Thomas.
Saint Thérèse of Lisieux - October 1 Also known as Francoise-Marie Therese Martin Teresa of the Infant Jesus the Little Flower of Jesus the Little Flower Therese of the Child Jesus Memorial 1 October 30 September (additional in Lisieux, France) Profile Born to a pious middle-class French family of tradesmen; daughter of BlessedLouis Martin and BlessedMarie-Azelie Guérin Martin, and all four of her sisters became nuns. Her motherdied when Francoise-Marie was only four, and the family moved to Lisieux, Normandy, France to be closer to family. Cured from an illness at age eight when a statue of the Blessed Virgin smiled at her. Educated by the Benedictine nuns of Notre-Dame-du-Pre. Confirmed there at age eleven. Just before her 14th birthday she received a vision of the Child Jesus; she immediately understood the great sacrifice that had been made for her, and developed an unshakeable faith. Tried to join the Carmelites, but was turned down due to her age. Pilgrim to …Mai
Saint Thérèse of Lisieux (October 1) mantheycalltom on Sep 30, 2009 October 1 is the feast day of Saint Thérèse of Lisieux, Doctor of the Church and "The Little Flower." This prayer is for women.
Pulpit & Pen "We don't use gendered language about God here, for good reason....'He' 'Father' 'Lord' 'He' 'Him' 'He'- I couldn't even hear his message." PCUSA 'pastor' explains how she couldn't hear another man's preaching because she was too upset/ distraught by the use of male pronouns. 60K views · 436 reactions | "We don't use …
The Palafox Library, Puebla, Mexico Blessed Juan de Palafox y Mendoza was the Bishop of Puebla (1640−1655), and the interim Archbishop of Mexico (1640−1642). The origins of the Palafox Library, in Puebla, Mexico, considered to be the first public library in the American continent, date back to 1646 when a personal collection of approximately 5,000 volumes was contributed to the Colegio de San Juan y San Pedro by Bishop Don Juan de Palafox y Mendoza. In 1773, Bishop Don Francisco Fabian y Fuero ordered the construction of the Palafox Library, or Palafoxiana Library, in Puebla's historic center, to house Bishop Palafox's donation. The walls of the 43-m long library were fitted with two tiers of bookshelves made of cedar, ayacahuite pine, and coloyote wood. These last two have the property of moisture absorption, which is important for the conservation of books. The western wall displays a beautiful golden retablo featuring the Madonna of Trapani, Sicily, attributed to the 14th-century …Mai
The Palafox Library, Puebla, Mexico Blessed Juan de Palafox y Mendoza was the Bishop of Puebla (1640−1655), and the interim Archbishop of Mexico (1640−1642). The origins of the Palafox Library, in Puebla, Mexico, considered to be the first public library in the American continent, date back to 1646 when a personal collection of approximately 5,000 volumes was contributed to the Colegio de San Juan y San Pedro by Bishop Don Juan de Palafox y Mendoza. In 1773, Bishop Don Francisco Fabian y Fuero ordered the construction of the Palafox Library, or Palafoxiana Library, in Puebla's historic center, to house Bishop Palafox's donation. The walls of the 43-m long library were fitted with two tiers of bookshelves made of cedar, ayacahuite pine, and coloyote wood. These last two have the property of moisture absorption, which is important for the conservation of books. The western wall displays a beautiful golden retablo featuring the Madonna of Trapani, Sicily, attributed to the 14th-century …Mai
St. Ambrose of Optina ~ If you do not feel like praying, you have to force yourself. The Holy Fathers say that prayer with force is higher than prayer unforced...
The only reason why I decided to write and tell you what GOD has done for me is because for the second time I just heard that we should share the good GOD does for us. Or otherwise, I would have kept it to myself as I usually do. So many of my questions answered through your posts. And I am thankful for all of them.
Just so you know Andrew. Usually, but not always, when I give your post both a like and a love it means GOD has answered another one of my questions. I don't always do that though. Know it is when GOD answers me. And usually right after I ask Him what is bothering me. This has always been through your posts starting years ago. During my morning and midnight prayers I ask and plead with GOD to please send me a Holy person to help me. I now switched it to, If it's not Your Will I meet a Holy Person, please answer my questions through other means. Which He usually does. And today I find three of some of the ones that have bothered me the most. However there is one that still bothers me. Years ago I was answered a question about suffering. GOD answered me immediately through your post. Then again another question which was very important to me. Yet, recently you posted something from Our Lord and it seems He is saying the total opposite. I am not sure if I was afraid to read it and got upset …Mai
Veterans Rally Against Memorial Arch Near Arlington Public Citizen joined lawmakers, military veterans and local officials near Arlington National Cemetery to oppose proposed memorial arch. Sen. Jeff Merkley, Sen. Tammy Duckworth, Rep. Don Beyer and veterans criticized the project’s cost, location and legal basis, while urging the administration to abandon construction plans. The administration has argued the arch could also serve national-security purposes. Lawmakers, Veterans Rally Against Trump’s Proposed Memorial Arch Near Arlington Cemetery Merkley, Duckworth and Veterans Demand Trump Abandon Controversial $250M Arch Plan ‘We’re Going to Stop This Arch’: Merkley Blasts Trump’s Memorial Project Near Arlington Public Citizen, military veterans, and lawmakers hold a press conference in Washington, D.C., to oppose plans by the Trump administration to build a memorial arch. Watch live coverage as speakers address concerns regarding the project's approval process and impact. Subscribe to …Mai