Daily Archives: August 8, 2021

The Blessed Virgin receiving Holy Communion, and more

Posted on August 8, 2021 by Catholicism Pure & Simple

With grateful thanks to Fr Z for this beautiful and inspiring devotional post: Fr. Vierling made my day today by posting on Twitter this wonderful 17th c. Flemish School painting of the Blessed Virgin receiving Holy Communion from St. John, who is … Continue reading →

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A letter from the bishops of Colorado on COVID-19 vaccine mandates

Posted on August 8, 2021 by Catholicism Pure & Simple

We, the Catholic bishops of Colorado, consistent with our previous letters on COVID-19 vaccines, affirm that the use of some COVID-19 vaccines is morally acceptable under certain circumstances. Throughout the pandemic we have cooperated with the various secular authorities and encouraged Catholics … Continue reading →

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Sunday Readings and Reflections

Posted on August 8, 2021 by Catholicism Pure & Simple

Sunday, August 8 Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time Roman Ordinary calendar St. Dominic 1st book of Kings 19,4-8. Elijah went a day’s journey into the desert, until he came to a broom tree and sat beneath it. He prayed for death: “This is … Continue reading →

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