Daily Archives: 19 November 2023

M 27: Dumbbell

First, a word about the planetary nebula. The name was attached because Charles Messier’s discovery in 1764 and others similar to it looked like mostly round planets in space. Observers quickly realized they weren’t planets at all. They didn’t move … Continue reading

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GNLY: Motu Proprio Ib: The Liturgical Year’s Sacramental Power

Sunday, the first thing. Another myth to brush aside: liturgical reform began with Vatican II. It would likely have not caught on as it did if it weren’t for decades of progressive touches added to the Church by Rome. Documents … Continue reading

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Christifidelis Laici 17c: The Making of and Witness of Saints

It is appropriate to recall here the solemn proclamation of beatification and canonization of lay men and women which took place during the month of the Synod. The entire People of God, and the lay faithful in particular, can find … Continue reading

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