Daily Archives: 5 December 2016

Star Dawn

Posted on 5 December 2016 by catholicsensibility

In a liturgy/music/astronomy/science fiction mash-up, I’d like to nominate Alan Hovhaness’ mini-symphony “Star Dawn” for your December listening experience. From the review at a tribute site for the composer: In this work evoking space travel, bells symbolize the stars, flowing … Continue reading →

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When The Cup Is All Empty

Posted on 5 December 2016 by catholicsensibility

PrayTell reports on the word from above in New Hampshire. One commenter there offered this opinion, which pretty much sums it up for me: I also wish pastors and bishops would not withhold the chalice from me during flu outbreaks. … Continue reading →

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Misericordia et Misera 12: An Extension of Penance Faculties

Posted on 5 December 2016 by catholicsensibility

One notable bit picked up by various media from the Mercy Jubilee was the faculty to forgive abortions. This faculty continues from here on out: 12. Given this need, lest any obstacle arise between the request for reconciliation and God’s … Continue reading →

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Amoris Laetitia 245: Consequences For Children In Broken Families

Posted on 5 December 2016 by catholicsensibility

Today, concern for children: 245. The Synod Fathers also pointed to “the consequences of separation or divorce on children, in every case the innocent victims of the situation”.(Relatio Synodi 2014, 47) Apart from every other consideration, the good of children … Continue reading →

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