Daily Archives: March 19, 2013

In 2012 interview, Pope Francis (then-Cardinal Bergoglio) reveals secret of celibacy

Posted on March 19, 2013 by Brother Burrito

This is a reblog from here: Tell us what you think. The formation of priests was one of Jorge Bergoglio’s (now Pope Francis) constant concerns when he was Archbishop and Superior in the Society of Jesus. He had a conversation on … Continue reading →

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Prayers to Saint Joseph, Composed by Pope Pius XII and Blessed Pope John XIII.

Posted on March 19, 2013 by Gertrude

O glorious Patriarch, Saint Joseph, humble and just artisan of Nazareth, thou hast given to all Christians and particularly to us an example of a perfect life through diligent labor and admirable union with Jesus and Mary. Assist us in our … Continue reading →

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Tears and Smiles

Posted on March 19, 2013 by Brother Burrito

I have just listened to the Pope’s homily during his inauguration. I am filled with joy and gratitude that God could give us such a great shepherd. My eyes were soaked with sobs of joy, and my mouth held onto … Continue reading →

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Pope: Homily for inaugural Mass of Petrine Ministry [full text]

Posted on March 19, 2013 by Gertrude

(Vatican Radio) Homily of the Holy Father at the Inauguration of his Papal Ministry 19 March 2013: Dear Brothers and Sisters, I thank the Lord that I can celebrate this Holy Mass for the inauguration of my Petrine ministry on the … Continue reading →

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Behind the Campaign to Smear the Pope

Posted on March 19, 2013 by Catholicism Pure & Simple

By MARY ANASTASIA O’GRADY excerpts from Wall Street Journal Online (full text here) […] the Kirchner government’s pit bulls in journalism—men such as Horacio Verbitsky, a former member of the guerrilla group known as the Montoneros and now an editor at … Continue reading →

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