This morning I went up to Communion. Our pastor said “The Body of Christ” and I said “Amen”. I closed my eyes, stuck my tongue out and waited…and waited. Now I know this priest and could not imagine he was offended by my taking Communion in the mouth vs. my hand, but still, I got… Continue reading I Love Good Priests
Category: The Christian Life
Cultural Catholicism
Since my reversion back to my faith many years ago, I have been blessed with getting to know many Catholics who practice their faith to the fullest (or try very hard to, which would be more my category). I have met many through home schooling groups, and I have met many online (yes, if you… Continue reading Cultural Catholicism
What Does It Means to Be a “Catholic Community”
Whenever I hear the term “Catholic Community” I bristle. It is a common, “trendy” term in this diocese. Many parishes have huge gold-leaf signs declaring “(add Church name), a Christian Community in the Roman Catholic Tradition”. That always leaves me wondering “Huh? Are they Catholic? Why not simply say ‘Roman Catholic Church?’” instead of automatic… Continue reading What Does It Means to Be a “Catholic Community”
So, Remember When I Was Whining About Baby Boomers?
Seriously though, what is up with that generation? Update:More great stuff!
Note to self
Print, read, annotate, and heed: Pray without Ceasing: A Daily Plan of Attackhttp://www.lumengentleman.com
How Do They Know?
Last night on Discovery Health Channel, I was watching this forensics show called Skeleton Stories. The show chronicles how forensic anthropologists are able to solve cases by looking at the bones of victims. It appeals to my love of forensic shows, anthropology, and mysteries. Last night, they found the skull of a young woman and… Continue reading How Do They Know?
What Do You Do In These Scenarios?
Yesterday, I was with Matthew at his toddler art class. The attendance is come when you want and pay $5. We are regulars because Matthew loves art. One other lady with her son is also a weekly fixture. She and I are both pregnant. Yesterday, another lady and her adorable little girl joined us. She… Continue reading What Do You Do In These Scenarios?
Shows You How Much Attention I Pay to The Stones
Catholic Exchange has an article on Pop Music’s Sex Education. The article is pretty good. I am not sure it is a huge revelation though. All except this part (to me anyway): People who want to make excuses for the music industry also argue that sexual lyrics are nothing new in popular music, from “I… Continue reading Shows You How Much Attention I Pay to The Stones