"Jews Praying in the Synagogue on Yom Kippur", created by Maurycy Gottlieb

Understanding Judaism

What is Judaism, particularly Rabbinic Judaism, and how should we understand it in relation to Christianity? In short, Rabbinic Judaism … More

The Filioque

There has been some consternation among Catholics about Pope Leo XIV not saying the Filioque (“and the Son”) when he … More

What is Papal Minimalism?

So it would seem I am disliked by both Pope-splainers and Sedevacantists. This is because I hold to the position … More

How to Revive Your Catholic Parish

At the risk of sounding like a broken record (some of you are old enough to know what that means), … More

Welcoming Pope Leo XIV

He has been pope for nearly two months now, and this is my honest assessment so far. I’ll try to … More

How do They Choose a New Pope?

This blog is designed to help non-Catholics, and even some Catholics, on understanding the process of selecting a new pope, … More

The Coming Deluge of Converts

Dear Catholic bishops, Your Excellencies, you have no idea what is coming. Not a single diocese in the world is … More

Suggestions for Lent

Please keep in mind that I am a layman. I’m just a regular guy with a blog. I have no … More

How to Pray the Holy Rosary

Bookmark this page, or print it, to learn the process. The Holy Rosary was given by the Blessed Virgin Mary, … More

Pope Francis celebrates Mass in the Sistine Chapel ad orientem on January 12, 2014. Photo credit: CTV

An Appeal to Priests and Bishops

It is fair to say the Catholic Church is in crisis. I think any priest or bishop, worth his salt, … More