Tag Archives: Anglican Ordinariate

Celibacy and the Priesthood

Posted on May 15, 2023 by Catholicism Pure & Simple

by Fr. Thomas G. Weinandy, OFM, Cap. “Christ Blessing” by Fernando Gallego, 1494 – 1496 [Museo del Prado, Madrid]In a recent interview, Pope Francis addressed the question of celibacy and the priesthood in the Catholic Church.  He said that it’s … Continue reading →

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Ex Anglican Bishop Michael Nazir-Ali converts to Catholicism

Posted on October 14, 2021 by Catholicism Pure & Simple

By Damian Thompson at The Spectator: Michael Nazir-Ali, the former Bishop of Rochester and one of the best-known Anglican clerics, could be ordained as a Catholic priest as early as next month. The conversion of such a high-profile intellectual would … Continue reading →

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A Breath of Fresh Air: An Interview With a Bride of Christ

Posted on July 28, 2012 by Catholicism Pure & Simple

From the Blog Ascending Mount Carmel Sister Mary Joseph is someone I am proud to call a friend.  Having just come into the Church through the Anglican Ordinariate, I really feel that she is one of those hidden pillars holding … Continue reading →

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