Daily Archives: 23 January 2026

Dilexi Te 72: Education Not a Favor, But a Duty

Posted on 23 January 2026 by catholicsensibility

Let’s offer up a credal statement–at least that might be what Pope Leo was thinking the day he wrote this passage. 72. For the Christian faith, the education of the poor is not a favor but a duty. Children have … Continue reading →

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A Fidelity That Generates the Future 14: Fidelity and Fraternity

Posted on 23 January 2026 by catholicsensibility

Fidelity and fraternity 14. The Second Vatican Council placed the specific service of priests within the equal dignity and fraternity of all the baptized, as the Decree Presbyterorum Ordinis clearly states: “Even though the priests of the new law by reason of … Continue reading →

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Best Years

Posted on 23 January 2026 by catholicsensibility

I caught part of a classic film this morning, The Best Years of Our Lives. I was aware of the title and topic, and that it had received many awards. Five things stood out for me, not in any particular order: … Continue reading →

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