Daily Archives: 18 November 2010

Saints In Our Midst

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The assistance of Turkish Catholics and their cause is admirable. When I read of the example of Sister Marie de Mandat-Grancey, I find myself inspired, too. Bishop Robert Finn of Kansas City-Saint Joseph tells us why the sainthood cause of a … Continue reading →

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OCF 209-210: Act of Committal and Conclusion

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Just as the Song of Farewell is the highlight of the Final Commendation, the Act of Committal stands at the apex of the final funeral ritual. 209. The act of committal takes place after the words of committal (in the … Continue reading →

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More Leaks

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Some of the Roman Missal 2010 text is posted on Wikispooks. From the PrayTell commentariat, my favorite quote, so far: Nor let not my enemies exult over me. I sure hope we ain’t got no more leaks. So to speak. … Continue reading →

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Crisis? What Crisis

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Interesting money quote from the new USCCB president in the NYT: My major priority would be to continue with all vigor I can muster what’s already in place. It’s not like we’re in crisis; it’s not like all of a … Continue reading →

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