Daily Archives: August 22, 2015

Lectio Divina: 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year B

Posted on August 22, 2015 by Catholicism Pure & Simple

Be With the One Who Gives Life to Life   By Archbishop Francesco Follo (ZENIT.org) Roman Rite Jos 24, 1-2.15-17.18; Ps 34; Eph 5.21 to 32; Jn 6.60 to 69 1) An unsettling question that cuts across the centuries. The … Continue reading →

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Hail Queen of Heaven

Posted on August 22, 2015 by Catholicism Pure & Simple

Hail, Queen of Heav’n, the ocean Star, Guide of the wand’rer here below; Thrown on life’s surge, we claim thy care; Save us from peril and from woe. Mother of Christ, star of the sea, Pray for the wanderer, pray … Continue reading →

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7 Surprising Things about St. Pius X

Posted on August 22, 2015 by Catholicism Pure & Simple

What’s not to love about St. Pius X?  We love him for so many things, especially his clarity in preaching on the Blessed Mother, the emphasis on the Blessed Sacrament, especially as “the shortest and safest path to Heaven“, and … Continue reading →

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The Apostle Of First Principles: Fr. Vincent McNabb, OP

Posted on August 22, 2015 by Catholicism Pure & Simple

By PAUL LIKOUDIS Catholics today who are confused or dismayed by the so-called “radicalism” of Pope Francis — especially in view of his critique of “trickle-down” economics and the “tyranny” of modern finance —should understand that he is in line … Continue reading →

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