Daily Archives: 10 May 2014

The Illusionist

Posted on 10 May 2014 by catholicsensibility

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

Posted on 10 May 2014 by catholicsensibility

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

Posted on 10 May 2014 by catholicsensibility

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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