Pope Francis Explains His Reference to “Trickle Down Economy”

via Vatican Insider by ANDREA TORNIELLI  : ” The most striking part of the Exhortation was where it refers to an economy that “kills”… “There is nothing in the Exhortation that cannot be found in the social Doctrine of the Church. I wasn’t speaking from a technical point of view, what I was trying to do … Continue reading →

Sunday Snippets–A Catholic Carnival

It’s time once again for Sunday Snippets. We are Catholic bloggers sharing weekly our best posts with one another. Join us to read and/or contribute. To participate, go to your blog and create a post titled Sunday Snippets–A Catholic Carnival. Make sure that the post links back to here, and leave a link to your … Continue reading →

The knowledge of the mystery hidden in Jesus Christ

  From a spiritual Canticle by Saint John of the Cross, priest The knowledge of the mystery hidden in Jesus Christ Though holy doctors have uncovered many mysteries and wonders, and devout souls have understood them in this earthly condition of ours, yet the greater part still remains to be unfolded by them, and even … Continue reading →

Jesus on the Sidelines – No Room in the Inn

Quoting Benedict XVI: “There are many today who claim that God should be left on the sidelines, and that religion and faith, while fine for individuals, should either be excluded from the public forum altogether or included only in the pursuit of limited pragmatic goals.” (This worldview)  “presents itself as neutral, impartial and inclusive of … Continue reading →