The newly appointed Bishop Christian Würtz of Eichstätt, Germany, expects further debate over priestly celibacy, he told Br.de on July 12. On Tuesday, Pope Leo XIV appointed him from auxiliary bishop of Freiburg to the diocesan bishop of Eichstätt. During Germany's Synodal Way in 2022, he voted in favour of "blessings" for homosexual concubines and the "ordination" of women-clergy. When asked about his predecessor, Msgr. Gregor Maria Hanke, who voted against those Synodal Way documents, Bishop Würtz said: "I think it goes too far to conclude from that that there are fundamental differences between him and me." He described the different beliefs as "factional disputes." Instead, he said, the focus should be on "what unites us": "That is also an important aspect of synodality - listening to one another, walking together, and learning from one another." When it came to the topic of priestly celibacy, Bishop Würtz said: "This will certainly be a question that continues to occupy us in the …Okuninzi
Patrick Coffin sits down with journalist Christine Niles (@ChristineNiles1) for a frank discussion on the Society of Saint Pius X (SSPX), including its canonical situation, excommunications, governance/oversight challenges, and reported issues such as handling of abuse allegations. The conversation was broadcast live earlier today on X and simulcast on YouTube/Facebook. Ways to watch the full replay: Patrick Coffin • Search YouTube: “Patrick Coffin SSPX Christine Niles” or “CoffinMedia SSPX” (likely uploaded to his channel shortly after the live) • Or check Patrick Coffin’s X (@CoffinMedia), YouTube, or Facebook for the archived video This appears to be one of the more balanced recent treatments of the topic. Worth watching and discerning in light of Church teaching on authority, the sacraments, and the ongoing quest for full unity and reform in the Church. Deo gratias for journalists and voices willing to examine difficult matters.
On 28 June, the closing day of Munich "Pride" weekend, the Cathedral of Munich, Germany, hosted its first Christopher Street Day (CSD) Youth Liturgy. The liturgy included scripture readings, prayers, music and personal blessings. The event was organised jointly by the Cathedral Parish, the Catholic youth organisation BDKJ, and the Queer Pastoral Ministry of the Archdiocese of Munich and Freising. The organisers of the 'Catholic' cathedral service also participated in the Munich homosex march. BDKJ members marched carrying a large rainbow banner bearing the words 'Love is no sin'. They also carried a large orange banner depicting Jesus Christ with the slogan 'Jesus would dance with us at CSD!'. Both banners displayed the BDKJ logo to identify them as part of the organisation's official participation in the homosex march. Picture: AI, #newsXyryhufnmj
What do you think of that? Archbishop Lenga just said: SSPX excommunications mean nothing before God. He called the real schismatics "cardinals and bishops inside the Vatican" – and said Pope Leo no longer represents the Church that leads souls to salvation.
Spanish Archbishop Rejects Opposition to Mosque: Archbishop José Ángel Saiz Meneses of Seville addressed the proposed mosque in the city at a press conference on Friday. He cited Article 18 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, Article 16 of the Spanish Constitution, and Vatican II's Dignitatis Humanae, emphasizing that religious freedom is both a universal and constitutional right. He added that these rights must be exercised in accordance with state, regional, local, and municipal law. His remarks come as Seville City Council has postponed a decision on the mosque's building permit while seeking additional technical and legal reports following objections from the political party Vox.
Los obispos que hace no mucho hablaban de la ‘Prioridad del Evangelio’ contra posiciones políticas, ahora hablan de “constitución” y “libertad religiosa” frente a la construcción de macromezquitas y centros médicos que hablan de ‘Prioridad musulmana’.
Lombardy's Bishops on Their Phones: All ten bishops of Lombardy gathered from July 5–10 at the Hermitage of Montecastello in Tignale del Garda for their annual Spiritual Exercises, led by Bishop Massimiliano Palinuro, Apostolic Administrator of Istanbul. They met "for prayer, reflection, and fraternity." The photo showing the bishops all looking down at their phones could be reading the Breviary.
Vescovi della Chiesa cattolica (in questo caso della Lombardia) intenti a compulsare i telefonini, evidentemente alla ricerca di nuove vie per la Chiesa in uscita (Diocesi Cremona)
Above all: that's not "Let it be, it's summertime". While they are there for their Spiritual Exercises. .......... Not to excuse them: fear of being reported as "old-minded" may also act
79K views · 4.4K reactions | Zelensky is Carrying Out Orders He's Been Given; Real Power in Western Hands – Ex-US Officer Ukraine has long been run by Western politicians, and Zelensky is merely an actor playing the role of its leader, said former US Army officer and military and political expert Stanislav Krapivnik. “At the end of the day, he will pay for the crimes that the Security Service of Ukraine and the Armed Forces of Ukraine have committed, even if they are really beyond his control,” he stated on July 5. #Russia#Ukraine#Zelensky#war#conflict | Cut. Politics Zelensky is Carrying Out Orders He's Been Given; Real Power in Western Hands – Ex-US Officer Ukraine has long been run by Western politicians, and Zelensky is merely an actor playing the role of its leader, said former US Army officer and military and political expert Stanislav Krapivnik. “At the end of the day, he will pay for the crimes that the Security Service of Ukraine and the Armed Forces of Ukraine have committed …Okuninzi
Russia recently bombed another bunker with NATO members. Soon Russia will have to strike deep into Europe where they are actually in control over Ukraine. As they bomb and kill many innocent children and civilians. They have been planning a war against President Putin and Russia for a long time. And one coup after the other trying to replace him. Now once again they are planning a huge coup in Russia to "TRY" and replace Putin, AGAIN! Let them try. The Russian people will protect their President whom they love and grateful for. They are all united together. No matter what Faith or background. They will stand and protect their President.
It is so asinine to ask “why did they do that” as if any there could be any reason sufficient to justify it. It’s a disgusting error that never should have seen the light of day. Ever!
The Roman Rite Revived a Church Planned for Demolition: The church St. Francis de Sales in St. Louis, Missouri, was facing demolition after its parish closed in 2005. Instead, then-Archbishop Raymond Leo Burke of St. Louis entrusted it to the Institute of Christ the King Sovereign Priest. The Roman rite has been celebrated ever since. Today, the church regularly attracts more than 700 worshippers each Sunday, many of whom are young adults and families.
What We Have Lost ...and the Road to Restoration What We Have Lost ...and the Road to Restoration: A critical look at the changes in the Catholic Church The opening commentary of this video, delivered by the late and faithful Catholic gentleman Dr. David Allen White, extends to approximately the 7:14 mark. Dr. White—a close friend of our beloved Bishop Richard Williamson and a trusted companion to many traditional Catholic priests—speaks with clarity, conviction, and a deep love for the Church. His words provide essential context for understanding the grave crisis we face in the wake of the Second Vatican Council. I urge you: do not merely watch the introduction—watch the entire video. To grasp the full extent of the confusion and betrayal afflicting the Church in this era of Vatican II, one must listen carefully, prayerfully, and in full. Only then can we begin to see the truth and reclaim the faith handed down to us by the saints. This video offers an intimate, up-close look at the …Okuninzi
1.3M views · 38K reactions | Was Covid about profit, control, or something darker? Dr. Bret Weinstein walks through the spectrum of possible Covid explanations: a psychopathic pharmaceutical industry, population culling, and creating vulnerabilities to future pathogens are among them. "I wouldn't put any of it past them." | The DarkHorse Podcast Was Covid about profit, control, or something darker? Dr. Bret Weinstein walks through the spectrum of possible Covid explanations: a psychopathic pharmaceutical industry, population culling, and creating vulnerabilities to future pathogens are among them. "I wouldn't put any of it past them."
The Mastermind Behind the Synod’s Two Testimonies on Homosexuality Se sabe quién escribió el testimonio portugués During the time of the World Youth Day held in Portugal (August 2023), Father James Martin, SJ — a leading figure in the Catholic gay lobby — traveled to Lisbon to give talks before secondary-school and university students at the order’s educational institutions (“Poor kids and poor parents!”). Under those circumstances, he also made time to travel to the shrine of Fátima, in the company of João and Lourenço, as he himself recounts in an article for Outreach. They had been introduced to him because João, who carried out a ministry in the basilica providing sign-language interpretation for deaf pilgrims, was an expert connoisseur of the Sanctuary. But there was another matter that would put them in tune with one another: João and Lourenço — the latter “a leader in a Christian Life Community in Lisbon” — were going to contract a civil marriage one month later and, having read …Okuninzi
St. Maximilian Kolbe ~ Jesus honored Her before all ages, and will honor Her for all ages. No one comes to Him, nor even near Him, no one is saved or sanctified...
HOW "ARCHBISHOP" LEFEBVRE CONCEALED DOUBTS ABOUT THE VALIDITY OF THE SACRAMENTS IN THE SSPX ? "BISHOP" FELLAY INCULCATES IN THE FAITHFUL THE HERESY OF PROBABLE SACRAMENTS Is Marcel Lefebvre a doubtful bishop ?Words of Wisdom, THE SERAPH, Vol XIX No5, January 1999 1/DOUBTS ABOUT THE CONSECRATION AND ORDINATION OF MARCEL LEFEBVRE BY THE FREEMASON AND LUCIFERIAN ACHILLE LIÉNART: PROOF OF "BISHOP" LEFEBVRE’S SPIRIT OF DISSIMULATION "Bishop" Lefebvre had known of Liénart's membership in Freemasonry for many years, he knew that his orders would be questioned. In March 1976, the Italian magazine Chiesa Viva revealed Cardinal Achille Liénart's membership in the highest degrees of Freemasonry. "Bishop" Lefebvre understood that his connection with Liénart would soon become public, prompting him to make the following statement at a conference in Montreal, Canada, in May 1976, feigning surprise at learning of his mentor's membership: "This news has filled me with bitterness". This admission was …Okuninzi
Israel admits it killed its own at Nova music festival A police investigation shows Israeli Apache helicopters opened fire on attendees of the Nova music festival during the 7 October Hamas attack News Desk An Israeli police investigation into the Hamas attack on the Nova music festival near the Gaza border on 7 October revealed that an Israeli attack helicopter killed some of the attendees, Haaretzreported on 18 November. According to a police source, an investigation into the incident showed that an Israeli combat helicopter that arrived at the scene from the Ramat David base fired at Hamas fighters and other Palestinians who crossed through the border fence from Gaza into Israel, but also fired on some of the Israelis attending the music festival. According to the police, 364 people were killed there. The Israeli military and rescue services previously claimed that 260 Israelis were killed at the festival, all by Hamas and Palestinians in a deliberate massacre. But this is the first …Okuninzi