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The leaked Liturgical Norms document from Bishop Michael Martin of the Diocese of Charlotte reads like a parody of 1970s fervor, delivered by a tyrannical hand through a series of ironically rigid dictates. They are poised to cause direct harm to the priests of the diocese and, through their pain, to faithful parishioners. The man…
On June 3, 1875, exactly 150 years ago, Georges Bizet passed away under mysterious circumstances in Bougival, near Paris, at the young age of 36. Despite his short life, his opera Carmen stands as a landmark work that “significantly contributes to the modernization of the genres of French musical theater and influences the developments of…
In a recent conversation with Peter Kwasniewski, the much-beloved defender of the Roman Rite remarked: “I’m *known* (for better or for worse) for talking about liturgy, but not so much for talking about other topics.” In this article, my goal is to change that narrative by providing you with a personal reflection onKwasniewski’s brilliant book…
The movies have less and less to offer because the entertainment-industrial complex is growing less and less substantial. The art of cinema has become the art of senselessness, churning out tired-out properties and studio-calculated scripts with far more concern for profit than performance. Mission: Impossible 8. (This movie will self-destruct in five seconds.) Another Superman…
When I saw the white smoke rising and heard the joyful cry of Habemus Papam! echoing from St. Peter’s Basilica, my heart swelled with gratitude and hope. The announcement that Cardinal Robert Prevost had been elected as Pope Leo XIV filled many of us with renewed optimism—especially American Catholics. As the first American to ascend…
Above: Giotto (1266–1337) From the Roman office. ℣. Grant, Lord, a blessing. Benediction. May God the Father Omnipotent, be to us merciful and clement. ℟. Amen. Reading 4 From the Sermons of St. Maximus, Bishop of Turin. 43rd, 2nd on Pentecost. My holy brethren, ye remember that I have likened the Saviour to that eagle,…
Dear OnePeterFive donors, supporters, and readers, Christ is risen! Happy Sacred Heart month everybody. This is a glorious month filled with the glory of Christ in His Church. Turns out if you Google “Restore June to the Sacred Heart” you get our articles on this subject: Thank you, Artificial Intelligence! This is the month where…
The Catholic writer Walker Percy used the term “technophilia” to describe a Western—very American—faith in the power of “science.” It finds expression in slogans like “follow the science” and the conviction that “science” is the guiding light to lead humanity up from superstition and obscurantism to progress and happiness. South African bishop Denis Hurley (considered…
Papal conclaves are a big deal. The one that elected Pope Leo XIV was only my third, as it was for everyone just shy of 50 years old. And, barring tragedy for either Pope Leo or myself, I only have maybe two or three more. A papal conclave is the kind of major event a…
From the Roman office. ℣. Grant, Lord, a blessing. Benediction. May God the Father Omnipotent, be to us merciful and clement. ℟. Amen. Reading 4 From the Sermons of St. John Chrysostom, Patriarch of Constantinople. On the Ascension, tom 3 Then Christ went up into heaven, He offered unto the Father the First-fruits of our…
