Monthly Archives: February 2014

Holding Hands

Posted on February 28, 2014 by cathapol

Today I would like to talk about our posture and gestures during the celebration of the Mass.   The General Instruction of the Roman Missal directs us on what we should be doing during the different parts of the Mass.  This … Continue reading →

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Onanism v. Homosexuality

Posted on February 25, 2014 by cathapol

After a bit of a discussion on Triablogue, (TB), the comparison of Onanism (Gen. 38:8-10) to homosexuality (Lev. 18:22) came up.  The original presenter of the article (Steve Hays, who remained silent during the comments, at least thus far) presented … Continue reading →

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Go To Confession!

Posted on February 19, 2014 by cathapol

http://www.ncregister.com/daily-news/pope-francis-be-courageous-and-go-to-confession/ Pope Francis encouraging everyone to go to the Sacrament of Penance (Confession).  It is the gift of Grace to God’s People. The Holy Father spoke of the healing available in the sacrament of reconciliation at his Feb. 19 audience: … Continue reading →

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Ellen Page Comes Out

Posted on February 18, 2014 by cathapol

So, “news” presents us with 26 year old actress, Ellen Page “coming out” as a homosexual.  Why is this “newsworthy?”  I do not condemn Ms. Page – and I hope she does not condemn me for being Catholic, not that … Continue reading →

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Judge Not?

Posted on February 17, 2014 by cathapol

When we hear someone say, “Judge not, lest ye be judged,” it is often in the context of a Christian pointing out sin or the sinful acts of others and someone coming to the defense of the “others” and/or the … Continue reading →

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Did Matthew Write the Gospel of Matthew?

Posted on February 13, 2014 by cathapol

A continuing discussion going on in the Catholic Debate Forum, I thought I’d share here too.  Feel free to add your comments… > Mike (to Ferde): JohnR doesn’t need to answer your challenge. sw: “Need” is not the right word…  … Continue reading →

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Virtual Tour of the Sistine Chapel

Posted on February 8, 2014 by cathapol

http://www.vatican.va/various/cappelle/index_sistina_it.htm An absolutely amazing virtual tour of the Sistine Chapel! The CathApol Blog is a portal to the forums hosted by A.C.T.S. the American Catholic Truth Society. http://www.americancatholictruthsociety.com

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Visibility of the Church

Posted on February 6, 2014 by cathapol

Jesus came here to build His Church when He said: “…and on this rock I shall build my Church.” (Matt 16:18).  But what kind of Church did He come here to build?  Is it visible?  Is it authoritative?  Or is … Continue reading →

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MercyMe – Kyrie Eleison!

Posted on February 3, 2014 by cathapol

Bart Millard from MercyMe has been getting “attacked” for stating the Bruno Mars halftime show at the Super Bowl was “awesome.”  Here’s his response posted on Facebook: Seriously I love you guys. I really do, but you’ve got to find … Continue reading →

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Christmas Is Over

Posted on February 3, 2014 by cathapol

Yesterday, February 2, 2014, marked the end of the 2013-2014 Christmas Season with the celebration of Candlemas.  Candlemas is the celebration of the Purification of the Blessed Virgin Mary and the Presentation of Jesus at the Temple.  It is also … Continue reading →

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