Daily Archives: 17 March 2008

DMC 50-51: Presidential Prayers

Posted on 17 March 2008 by catholicsensibility

The DMC seems a little nervous skirting the issue of adapting Roman Missal prayers for children. With good reason, I’d say. Let’s read: 50. The priest is permitted to choose from the Roman Missal texts of presidential prayers more suited … Continue reading →

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Conscientious Objection in the Constitution

Posted on 17 March 2008 by catholicsensibility

My friend Lee writes on an alternate form of Amendment #2 that was considered in 1789: The right of the people to keep and bear arms shall not be infringed; a well armed and well regulated militia being the best … Continue reading →

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A Geological Puzzle

Posted on 17 March 2008 by catholicsensibility

This Cassini image of Enceladus is featured on the Astronomy Picture of the Day site. Geologists are still trying to understand what they see. They work on some basic principles: cratered surfaces are older, smooth surfaces are new and indicate resurfacing, … Continue reading →

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DMC 47-49: Commentary, Homily, and Creed

Posted on 17 March 2008 by catholicsensibility

Introductory comments on the Scriptures or on the saint of the day are commended: 47. All the elements that will help to explain the readings should be given great consideration so that the children may make the biblical readings their … Continue reading →

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