Note: On Tuesdays and some Sundays, you can find me at Your Daily Tripod, owned by my friend TonyD. A longer version of the post below appears there. “What Were Once Vices Are Now Habits.” It was the title of an album in my formative years, and the concept still rings so true. The vice of… Continue reading Vices and Habits
Tag: exorcism
Wednesday’s Woman: Blessed Maria Crucified Satellico
The Basics: Born December 31, 1706, in Italy; died November 8, 1745, in Italy; beatified October 10, 1993, by John Paul II; feast day, November 8. Woman religious. The Story: Maria’s short life was full of both struggle and joy. From childhood, perhaps influenced by a priest uncle who lived with her family, Maria wanted to… Continue reading Wednesday’s Woman: Blessed Maria Crucified Satellico
Returning Catholics FAQs: About Sacramentals
On Mondays, I answer questions frequently asked by those considering a return to the Catholic Church. How do I know this stuff? I was away for more than 30 years myself, and am the co-author of When They Come Home: Ways to Welcome Returning Catholics, a book for pastors and parish leaders interested in this… Continue reading Returning Catholics FAQs: About Sacramentals