+JMJ+ Isaiah 41:15 Behold, I will make of you a threshing sledge, new, sharp, and having teeth; you shall thresh the mountains and crush them, and you shall make the hills like chaff; Matthew 3:12 Whose fan is in his hand, and he will thoroughly cleanse his floor and gather his wheat into the barn; but the chaff he will burn with unquenchable fire. "Let the TRUTH be your delight.... proclaim IT..., but with a certain congeniality." St. Catherine of Siena
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
Scandal at Notre Dame - Obama Commencement News Items - # 6
Religious head asks president to rethink abortion - SEE Letter - Full Text
Exclusive: President of US Bishops Conference: Notre Dame Obama Invite an "Extreme Embarassment"
Three More Bishops, Rush Limbaugh Join Chorus of Condemnation for ND Scandal
No confrontation necessary
Is Notre Dame Still Catholic?
The university's egregious error
The Obama-Notre Dame Controversy Is Just Hysteria of a Catholic Right-Wing Fringe
Notre Dame: zealots vs. zombies
Open Minds, Cool Heads Needed After ND Uproar
This guy is awesome: Cardinal DiNardo of Texas on why Obama should not be honoured by Notre Dame
What kind of witness?
Weigel and Kmiec lock horns over Notre Dame at the Chicago Tribune
Commentary: Catholic Church in America Has Bred Her Own Destroyers: Obama Exploiting it
Touchdown Obama
Father Jenkins of Notre Dame Will Never Say...
Saving Notre Dame: A call to (prayerful) arms
Around the Catholic Blogs
Saving Notre Dame: The Impact of Youth and Rockne
Amy Welborn - Talking Points
Terry Nelson -Politics and religion, and the Notre Dame invites President Obama fight.
What does honoring Obama with a law degree communicate about our view of law and morality?
Fr. Z. - Head of Holy Cross Fathers on controversy at Notre Dame
Monday, March 30, 2009
G20 News
G20 Summit: Timeline of main events
What Americans want from the G20
G20: getting here is a serious achievement for Gordon Brown
G20 summit: Leaked drafts of Gordon Brown's 'Global new deal' plans
What the leaked draft of G20 summit communique says
Germany denies leaking G20 plan
G20 summit will not solve crisis, says Merkel
These protesters are ragged, but don't brush them aside
Update: TIME CHANGE - Alabama - Shelby County - Hoover Tea Party
Saturday, March 28, 2009
The Dollar - News
Dollar Not Going Anywhere: IMF
G20 unlikely to discuss dollar's role-Japan
WORLD FOREX: Euro Rally Vs Dlr Halts; All Eyes On ECB, G20
Gold, other commodities retreat as dollar advances
China's united currency idea divides nations
They might not talk about it openly, but there will most likely be something done...I bet you.
Another 'change'? Probably.
Friday, March 27, 2009
Scandal at Notre Dame - Obama Commencement News Items - # 5
Catholic United denies White House ‘tip’ on Sebelius nomination
Criticism over Obama invite mounts at Notre Dame
Catholics United Defends Its Performance in Obama/Notre Dame Controversy
No-Bama at Notre Dame
Notre Dame Students Denounce Obama Speech
Obama's invitation
Distressed that Obama Flap Will Overshadow Graduation Day: A Notre Dame Mom's View
White House and Progressive Catholics Slow to Defend Obama's Notre Dame Appearance
Richard Viguerie: Notre Dame Honor for Obama is Part of a Collapse in American Institutions and Their Leaders
Around the Catholic Blogs
Bishop Olmsted tells Fr. Jenkins Obama invitation "public act of disobedience to US Bishops"
Obama and Notre dame
Thursday, March 26, 2009
Michael D. O'Brien - 'Globalization' - NWO
Globalization and the New World Order
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
G20 News
On the second day of five-day tour ahead of G20 summit, prime minister denies lack of consensus over dealing with the global financial crisis
G20 must act on banking reform, job creation: Brown
Soros: G20 a "make or break" event for markets
Swiss to discuss tax co-operation with US, Japan
China May Press G-20 to Guard Its US Assets, Researcher Says
Forthcoming London meeting of G-20 could be a fireworks display
G-20 Meeting May Give Impetus to WTO Accord, U.K., Brazil Say
US and European paths to recovery diverge
Britain's Brown expects results from G20 summit
Scandal at Notre Dame - Obama Commencement News Items - # 4
Verbatim: White House responds to Notre Dame commencement boycott:
Petition - Randall Terry - Stop Obama Notre Dame -
Pray to ‘Our Lady’ for Notre Dame University, Says Indiana Bishop
The Observer - Notre Dame Campus Newspaper - Online - Viewpoint
Mixed reaction on Notre Dame visit
'Fox And Friends' Exclusive: Notre Dame In Uproar Over Obama Speech
Should Notre Dame ‘disinvite’ Obama?
Abortion debate dogs Obama's plan to deliver commencement address
Should Obama speak at Notre Dame?
Notre Dame's Obama invite outrages some Catholics
Around the Catholic Blogs:
***Canon Lawyer - Ed Peters -Breviter: Two things Bp. D'Arcy couldn't do re Notre Dame
AmP Poll: What do you think of Notre Dame's invitation to Obama?
"Truth Over Prestige"
Fr. Reese's flawed arguments for Pres. Obama at Notre Dame
The Annunciation
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
Update: Plan B - Morning After Pill
Back Up Your Birth Control Day Gets a Boost from Court Decision
Plan B Ruling Endangers Health and Parental RightsThe court ordered the FDA to expand over-the-counter access to 17-year-olds within 30 days. It further ordered the FDA to reconsider the application to eliminate all age restrictions to over-the-counter access to emergency contraception, which is sometimes called Plan B or the "morning-after pill."
FDA Ordered to Rethink Age Restriction for Plan B
Morning-After Pill for Girls of All Ages?
Americans United for Life Condemns Ruling Increasing Minors ...
Advocates for Youth Applauds Court Ruling on EC Age Restriction
Let's Take A Look At G20 News & Info
G20
The Working Groups
Communiques March 14, 2009
Communiqué Annex - Restoring lending: a framework for financial repair and recovery, 14 March 2009 (PDF 25KB)
News:
China May Press G-20 to Guard Its US Assets, Researcher Says
Obama Urges G20 to Take Bold Economic Action
London prepares for violent G20 protests
Wishlists for a new world order
China calls for new global currency
And I throw this one in for good measure---(connect the dots):
Officials seek new power over financial companies
Update: Alabama Tea Party - Hoover - Shelby County

Scandal at Notre Dame - Obama Commencement News Items - # 3
Despite criticism, Notre Dame firm on Obama as commencement speaker
Critics Blast Obama's Scheduled Notre Dame Commencement Address
Pro-Lifers Plans at Notre Dame: Keep Obama from Speaking
Georgetown’s Thomas Reese weighs in on Barack Obama-Notre Dame ...
Vast protest against Obama commencement address at Notre Dame gathers pace
Notre Dame Defends Obama Invitation as Antiabortion Protests Mount
Obama faces Notre Dame backlash
FOX NEWS- America’s Talking 1 P.M. Question (@ 2:30 p.m. cent -254 comments)
Around the Catholic Blogs:
Update: ND Scandal - Bishop D'Arcy Speaks
Monday, March 23, 2009
Update: ND Responds to Scandal
A spokesman for the University of Notre Dame says it won't rescind an invitation to President Obama to speak at its spring commencement despite criticism from some Catholics that his views on abortion and stem cell research run counter to Catholic teaching.
O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to Thee!
Scandal at Notre Dame - Obama Commencement News Items - # 2
Pro-Life Opposition Grows to Notre Dame Honoring Pro-Abortion Barack Obama
The Destruction of Notre Dame
Notre Dame's President John Jenkins at Crossroads Over Obama Award
Notre Dame students (heart) Obama
ALL Condems Obama Appearance At Notre Dame University
America The National Catholic Weekly - Three Cheers for Notre Dame
(Threshing grain.....)
What is it about President Obama that makes the right wing so crazy, so uncharitable, so frothing-at-the-mouth unreasonable? I asked another priest who ventured racism was part of the answer. I am not so sure.
[...]
This crowd of conservatives does not own the Catholic Church. They certainly do not own Notre Dame University. They are about to find out that they do not own Dr. Glendon either. The rest of us Catholics, however, must not let the public square think that they do. Our voices must be raised to say that we are thrilled such a distinguished Catholic university is considered such a part of the life of the nation that our President will be coming to address its graduates. We are thrilled that he will be sharing the stage with one of our Church’s and nation’s finest scholars and diplomats. And, we should be thrilled that the right wing commentariat has again adopted its smug "I thank Thee, Lord, that I am not like other men" stance. The Master condemned many things when he trod the earth, but none more than the smug judgmentalism of the Pharisees. Alas, like the poor, the Pharisees will be with us always. You will be able to find them on Graduation Day protesting outside the gates at Notre Dame.
Outrage Over Obama's Appearance at Notre Dame: Who Are the Political Victims? (The USCCB can either lead or GET OUTTA THE WAY! The laity has been carrying this issue for many years and they have had enough! Again--Lead or get outta the way!)
Notre Dame's Honoring Pro-Abortion Barack Obama Makes College Less SpecialIt's striking that the protest is spearheaded by grass-roots Catholics, as opposed to the Roman Catholic hierarchy. It's in-the-pews conservatives who are pressuring U.S. bishops to speak out against an alleged injustice; typically, it's the other way around, with bishops imploring their flock to action.
re: Notre Dame -George Weigel writes - NRO-Kathryn Jean Lopez -
Petition Launched to Stop Obama From Speaking at Notre Dame
REMINDER: Obama beat Sen. John McCain in St. Joseph County, Ind. home of Notre Dame, by 17 points, aided by support from the school’s students.
From ND - Online Newspaper - The Observer Online (While I was checking around their site I found this info:See: Terms of Use and Service - "an Internet website offered in cooperation with the mtvU Television channel ("MTVU Channel"- WARNING SCANDAL-GRAPHIC).
Some applaud, others condemn Obama announcement
Obama selection a betrayal of Notre Dame's mission
Saturday, March 21, 2009
News Items on ND Scandal
ND operators said the calls simply became too much to handle. Voice mails of the University President, Vice-President, Provost, assistant-provost and PR director were all full by 10pm EST. Operators were suggesting that callers try again on Monday when university officials would be back in their offices.
All the calls were expressing outrage. None supported the decision.
**Prophesied on June 11th, 2008 - Barack at Notre Dame? Our Lady strikes back!
Notre Dame criticized over Obama invite
Pro-Life Leader Calls on Notre Dame to Cancel Obama Commencement Address
From Cuomo to Holtz to Obama
Excitement building after Obama announced as Notre Dame commencement speaker ~ This is such a done deal....no one is going to cancel this one folks!
A glimmer of hope: Let us pray - there isn't enough money in local law enforcement budgets to support this event:
And that means overtime for additional officers.
"We're looking at every dime we're spending now, so anything over and above is going to be a bit of a hardship," said South Bend Police Department Captain Phil rent.
O Mary, conceived without sin,
Update: Rev. Hoye - JAILED
Please pray for him and his family.
Blessed Mother protect him!
More Contact Info -Re: ND SCANDAL
Fort Wayne -South Bend Diocesan Catholic Communications Department
CATHOLIC COMMUNICATIONS
915 S. Clinton St.
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
P.O. Box 390
Fort Wayne, IN 46801
260-744-0012
Fax number 260-744-1473
STAFF:
Director of Communications
Vince LaBarbera
vlabarbera@fw.diocesefwsb.org
Administrative Assistant
Chris Hawkins
chawkins@fw.diocesefwsb.org
Administrative Assistant
Marty LaBarbera
Communications Associate
Francie Hogan
fhogan@fw.diocesefwsb.org
Friday, March 20, 2009
ND - OBAMA SCANDAL - More Contact Info
SEE: "Background: Presidential Commencement addresses at Notre Dame Barack Obama will be the ninth U.S. president to be awarded an honorary degree by the University of Notre Dame and the sixth to be the Commencement speaker."
And...notice it was announced on Friday afternoon -Spring Break is happening around the country right now!
South Bend Chancery
114 W. Wayne Street
South Bend, IN 46601
(574) 234-0687
Fort Wayne Chancery
1103 S. Calhoun Street
Fort Wayne, IN 46801
(260) 422-4611
Fax: (260) 969-1383
SCANDAL AT NOTRE DAME - OBAMA TO DELIVER COMMENCEMENT ADDRESS
PLEASE PASS THIS INFORMATION ON TO FAMILY, FRIENDS, & ALUM.
Thursday, March 19, 2009
Update: Alabama Sovereignty Resolution
Matthew has included contact information for committee members.
So, let's git-r-done! ; )
St. Joseph Novena Day 9 - Feast of St. Joseph
Fr. Mark: Prayer to Saint Joseph for Priests - *Reminder*- on this day - Thursdays of Adoration and Reparation for Priests
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
It just keeps getting worse day by day...persecution!
"I am a Catholic and the idea that such a man is God's spokesperson on earth is absurd to me."
[...]
"Let's start a movement within the Catholic Church to impeach Pope Benedict XVI and remove him from office. While we're at it, let's replace him with a woman."
But that's ok....we should expect it....
John 15:18
If the world hates you, realize that it hated me first.
1 John 3:13
Do not be amazed, (then,) brothers, if the world hates you.
1 John 3:24
Those who keep his commandments remain in him, and he in them, and the way we know that he remains in us is from the Spirit that he gave us.
Europe: Spiritual Retreats For Men in 2009
See here & here.
Sign up to receive their Spiritual Letter/Newsletter (I've been receiving the letter for a number of years - a true and rich blessing to be sure!)
See the interior of the church
Update: A 'Run-down' on the MO Missouri Information Analysis Center (MIAC) Report
Law enforcement says some critics are overreacting to Mo. report on militia movement
My question....Where does ACORN fit in this? Do 'they' get 'profiled' too?
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Alabama Introduces State Sovereignty Resolution
SEE: HJR 298
May GOD continue to bless Alabama and AL State Rep. Greg Canfield!
Serious Times Ahead of US - Persecution
Pope Benedict XVI Announces Special Year for Priests 6-19-09 to 6-19-10

ST. JEAN MARIE VIANNEY: PATRON SAINT OF ALL PRIESTS
And of course let us ALL keep praying for ALL PRIESTS!
And don't forget our Holy Hour for Priests - Adoration & Reparation for Priests on Thursdays - Fr. Mark
O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee.
Happy St. Patrick's Day!
St. Patrick

St. Patrick's Day
Fr. Mark:
Have a glorious and blessed day!
"The Priests" ~ Irish Blessing
An Old Irish Blessing
May the road rise up to meet you.
May the wind always be at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face,and rains fall soft upon your fields.
And until we meet again, May God hold you in the palm of His hand.
See "The Priests" tonight on EWTN:
“THE PRIESTS” IN CONCERT AT ST. MALACHY’S (60) NEWInternational best selling Irish singers "The Priests" present a special concert in honor of St. Patrick's Day. Raymond Arroyo is host to this special live concert from St. Malachy's parish in New York. Tues 3/17/09 9:00 PM ET & 6 PM PT Wed 3/18/09 10:30 AM ET & 7:30 AM PT
Forced Volunteerism?
Summary Full Text
News:
Dodd, Cochran, DeLauro announce “Service For All Ages” initiative
House Committee Approves National-Service Bill
'GIVE' Act Would Give Back
Groundbreaking National Service Legislation Introduced in U.S. House of Representatives Advocates Establishing September 11 as an Annually Observed National Day of Service
AARP Applauds Capitol Hill for Focusing on the Next Generation of Service
My Good Deed
Monday, March 16, 2009
Ron Silver RIP
He will be missed. I liked him as an actor and more so when he joined the Republican Party.
Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.
Sunday, March 15, 2009
Saturday, March 14, 2009
Friday, March 13, 2009
Update: LA Religious Ed. Congress '09 Pics
2. And teens are allowed to be Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion? (see 2nd row of pics. too)
3. World Youth Day Liturgies '09
4. Another BIG basket...what? African American Liturgy.......please more of the same...
5. What is with these baskets? 2009 RECongress Saturday Many Cultures, One Faith Liturgy - 1 & 2
6. Highlights -2009 RECongress 1 & 2
The Battle: Fr. John Corapi - BACK on EWTN Live with Fr. Mitch Pacwa
Watch - Video - Click on the EWTN LIVE download under the Archived Video
More Connecticut News - A Thank You
He said believers and citizens should remain "alert" and "on guard" against other legislation unfriendly to the Church or efforts to silence the Church on current issues.
Thursday, March 12, 2009
Wednesday, March 11, 2009
'Why? Because Nancy Can!' Column
Michelle Malkin: Nancy Pelosi: The Jennifer Lopez of congressional travelers
Nancy Pelosi’s Fondness For Gulfstream’s Sleek G-5
Pelosi Made Repeated Requests for Military Aircraft
Report: Pelosi camp is plane petulant
Congress May Need to Fund Another Stimulus, Pelosi Says
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
Monday, March 09, 2009
Connecticut: More News
Democrats said the idea for the bill came from Greenwich resident Tom Gallagher, a former parish trustee, devout Catholic, member of the Knights of Columbus and a Wall Street securities lawyer who wrote an op-ed article on the issue in The Stamford Advocate in January 2007. He is joined by Paul Lakeland, the chair of the Catholic studies department at the Jesuit-run Fairfield University and an often-quoted authority on church issues.
SEE: TOM GALLAGHER - A proposal: Look to Civil law to reform parishes
Catholics angry over proposed law
State's Catholic Bishops Condemn Bill On Finances
Catholic Church Battle Intensifies At State Capitol
Archbishop of Denver warns that Conn. bill threatens Catholics everywhere
Shredding the First Amendment in the Constitution State
ACTION & PRAYER ALERT! State of Connecticut - CATHOLIC DIOCESE
Senator Andrew McDonald:
Representative Michael Lawlor:
The Truth will set you free!
I saw this interview last week and couldn't wait for others to see and hear this interview. FOX re-aired the show this past weekend and I saw it again...and again it was unbelievable....go Glenn!















