December 8, 2024, the feast of the Immaculate Conception, marked a moment of profound significance for France and Christianity. The world witnessed the triumphant reopening of Notre Dame de Paris five years after the fire almost destroyed this masterpiece of the Catholic faith. This event goes beyond the simple restoration of a cathedral. It embodies … Read more
Religious pilgrimages are on the rise everywhere. People are seeking spiritual journeys that will bring meaning and purpose to their lives. A pilgrimage provides the opportunity to reflect upon one’s life and grow in love and devotion to God and His saints. They also help commemorate special occasions. On September 14, Catholics in France will … Read more
Catholics were outraged by the shocking February 15 video of a funeral service for a flagrant transgender activist at St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York City. The American Society for the Defense of Tradition, Family and Property (TFP) responded with petitions and three Rosaries of reparation in front of the cathedral on Feb. 24-26. Its … Read more
Certain leftist actions speak louder than words or manifestos. They mark history by their radicalness and intensity. They are designed to fascinate and mesmerize the public and prepare the way for eventual acceptance. American Catholics are recovering from the shock of one of these nefarious acts. It involves a scandalous and sacrilegious funeral held for … Read more
Some of the most beautiful monuments to the genius and capabilities of men are the cathedrals of medieval Europe. These “grandchildren of God” still amaze those who see them today. Chartres, Cologne, and Notre Dame de Paris all hearken to an age where all worshiped God and sought to glorify Him in magnificent places of … Read more
The history of nineteenth-century Spain cannot be understood without studying the life of this great Catholic missionary. Saint Anthony Mary Claret was one of the great pillars of the Holy Catholic Church in the nineteenth century. When Pius XII canonized him in 1950, the pope called him “everyone’s saint” because “artisans, priests, bishops and the … Read more
The planned “renovation” of the interior of the medieval Cathedral of Notre Dame in Paris, France, will transform the venerable building into what many call a “woke” modernization. Such a deformation of the sublime shrine to Our Lady must be opposed and protested. Please Sign Here to Prevent Notre Dame From Being Wreckovated Reasons for … Read more
Catholics sighed with relief when state officials gave in to public pressure and decided to rebuild Notre Dame identically as it was before the tragic 2019 fire. The venerable 850-year old structure is part of the soul of the French nation. Any modernizations are rightly looked upon with suspicion. Ironically, the secular and hostile French … Read more
A recent study by a youth organization linked to England’s Anglican Church states that “church buildings are very influential in the conversion of youth to Christianity.” Analyzing this study, the Daily Telegraph of London quotes that “around 13 percent of teenagers said that they decided to become a Christian after a visit to a church … Read more
Seeing the Cathedral of Notre Dame in Paris ablaze shocked many people, regardless of the depth of their religious sense. As the long day dragged into the night of April 15, 2019, news cameras of the world were trained on the fire. Many Parisians sang mournfully and prayed. Reporters discussed the cathedral’s importance as a … Read more
