Daily Archives: 19 June 2012

Dealing With Dan

Posted on 19 June 2012 by catholicsensibility

My friend and frequent commenter Charles recommended I consider Ross Douthat’s Dan Brown essay from a few years’ back. Even though I’ve panned his recent book, I consider Mr Douthat a serious commentator, a conservative voice worth attention. And anytime … Continue reading →

Posted in Commentary | 8 Comments

The Bus Stopped Here

Posted on 19 June 2012 by catholicsensibility

Some of my parishioners got caught on camera as the religious sisters’ summer road trip commenced. I was sorry to miss it. Monday mornings I’m usually on the road with church errands. Plus my wife sent me to pick up … Continue reading →

Posted in Church News, Commentary, Ministry, Parish Life | Leave a comment

Funeral Lectionary: Matthew 11:25-30

Posted on 19 June 2012 by catholicsensibility

A reading for the care of the mourners, and one of the more popular among funeral choices: On one occasion, Jesus spoke thus: “I give praise to you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth,   for although you have hidden … Continue reading →

Posted in Order of Christian Funerals, Scripture | 4 Comments

RDCA II, 83-85: Concluding Rites

Posted on 19 June 2012 by catholicsensibility

If the blessed sacrament chapel is not inaugurated, then the bishop leads a Prayer after Communion (83). Following, there is the threefold blessing.  The official text: The Lord of earth and heaven has assembled you before him this day to … Continue reading →

Posted in Rite of Dedication of a Church and an Altar, Rites | Leave a comment