Daily Archives: 10 May 2014

The Illusionist

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This is one of my favorite movies of the century: The Illusionist. I think I would have loved it as a kid. It has just enough of a hint of magic realism to intrigue. Is the illusionist magical? I admit feeling chills in the … Continue reading →

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Dies Domini 49: Pastors’ Obligations

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Let’s wrap up Pope John Paul II’s examination of the Sunday obligation. This section is heavily footnoted, just to warn you … 49. Because the faithful are obliged to attend Mass unless there is a grave impediment, Pastors have the … Continue reading →

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EG 165: Elements and Attitudes in the Kerygma

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In  Evangelii Gaudium, Pope Francis continues on the theme of that “initial proclamation.” He seems to reject the equating of a deeper catechesis with a deeper intellectual engagement. This makes sense to me, though I suppose I would be the … Continue reading →

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