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Pray For The Peace of Jerusalem (8/21/24)[Prayer]Names and Titles of God the Holy Spirit (The Free Spirit) Psalm 51:10-1210 Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit within me.11 Cast me not away from thy presence; and take not thy holy spirit from me.12 Restore unto me the joy of thy salvation; and uphold me with thy free spirit.King James Version________________________God Bless America.ML/LTOS

21 August 2024 Saint Pius X, Pope on Wednesday of week 20 in Ordinary Time Church of Saint Pius X Scarsdale, NY Readings at MassLiturgical Colour: White. Year: B(II).Readings for the feriaReadings for the memorialThese are the readings for the feriaFirst readingEzekiel 34:1-11An oracle against bad and selfish shepherdsThe word of the Lord was addressed to me as follows: ‘Son of man, prophesy against the shepherds of Israel; prophesy and say to them: ‘“Shepherds, the Lord says this: Trouble for the shepherds of Israel who feed themselves! Shepherds ought to feed their flock, yet you have fed on milk,...

“Let your character be free from the love of money, being content with what you have; for [the Lord] Himself has said, ‘I will never desert you, nor will I ever forsake you’” (Hebrews 13:5). God promises to provide for all your needs. In World War II the death of many adults left many orphans. At the close of the war, the Allies provided some camps to feed the orphans and to try and find a place to relocate them. The children began to develop and grow, receiving the finest food and care. But in one of the camps, the...

Join with fellow FREEPERS to pray for AMERICA: For those in Authority in Government, Family, Military, Business, Agri-Business; End to Sex Slavery; Healthcare, Education, Churches, and the Media. This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to His will, He hears us. (1 John 5:14)Forum threads labeled [Prayer] are closed to debate of any kind.

God’s Tradition and Men’s Traditions: A Reply to Protestant CriticsIn the context of a forum where my first article, dedicated to Hugo Klapproth’s[i] argument against the “sola scriptura” doctrine, was discussed, I encountered––as expected––one of the most frequently cited biblical quotes that Protestant believers use to reject the Tradition upheld by Catholics. While there are several such passages in the New Testament, the first of them, and likely the most frequently quoted, appears in the 15th chapter of the Gospel according to Matthew. Due to its significance, I will quote it in full: “Then came to him from Jerusalem scribes...

20 August 2024 Saint Bernard, Abbot, Doctor on Tuesday of week 20 in Ordinary Time St. Bernard of Clairvaux, Scottsdale, AZ Readings at MassLiturgical Colour: White. Year: B(II).Readings for the feriaReadings for the memorialThese are the readings for the feriaFirst readingEzekiel 28:1-10Against the arrogance of the king of TyreThe word of the Lord was addressed to me as follows, ‘Son of man, tell the ruler of Tyre, “The Lord says this:Being swollen with pride,you have said: I am a god;I am sitting on the throne of God,surrounded by the seas.Though you are a man and not a god,you consider...

The Democratic Party opened its 2024 national convention in Chicago’s United Center on Monday, adopting its platform, setting its agenda, and hearing the first day of speeches from Hillary Clinton, abortion activists, and President Joe Biden. The first day of the DNC featured a prayer without Christ, politicians citing Bible verses moments after promoting abortion-on-demand, and insisting pro-life protections violate “basic decency.” Here are a few of the most memorable events of day one: 1. A “Christian” invocation without Jesus or a cross? The Democratic National Convention began its first day in prayer — but not one that mentioned the...

[Catholic Caucus] Bishop Eleganti: Pope Francis promotes ‘synodality’ while acting ‘authoritarian’‘Although Pope Francis has written Synodality on his banner, he has a very authoritarian leadership style,’ Bishop Marian Eleganti noted, criticizing the Vatican synod for being determined by a small group of officials rather than the Holy Spirit.Pope Francis with Cdl. Grech at the Synod on Synodality Swiss Bishop Marian Eleganti has said that the Vatican’s Synod on Synodality is determined by “ready-made agendas” and criticized Pope Francis for his hypocrisy.In an interview with the Swiss news outlet kath.ch, he posited that “ready-made agendas will determine the synodal process and...

The Turin Shroud has been at the center of debate for centuries with many believing it was the cloth used to wrap Jesus's body after the crucifixion. ====================================================================== Scientists are inching closer to determining whether the famed Turin Shroud is indeed the cloth in which Jesus was wrapped. Experts have now stated that the linen can be traced back to the beginning of the AD era, aligning with the time when Jesus was crucified. The shroud, which bears a faint outline of a bearded man believed to be an imprint left by Jesus's body, was first displayed in 1350 and...

Planned Parenthood will provide free vasectomies and abortions at the start of the Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Chicago on Monday. “Here we come, Chicago!” Planned Parenthood Great Rivers said in a social media post. “Our mobile health clinic will be in the West Loop with @ChiAbortionFund & @TheWienerCircle Aug 19-20, providing FREE vasectomies & medication abortion. EC [emergency contraception] will also be available for free without an appointment.” The post has received over 1 million views. Planned Parenthood’s Mobile Clinic Draws Controversy at the DNC In another post on Sunday (Aug. 18), Planned Parenthood Great Rivers said that all...

If you forgive those who sin against you, your heavenly Father will forgive you. But if you refuse to forgive others, you Father will not forgive your sins. Matthew 6:14-15 Joseph was the pride and joy of his father. Though Jacob had ten other sons, he favored Joseph, the one born to him in his old age. Jacob never bothered to hide his special feelings—not even from his other sons. In fact, he expressed his favoritism blatantly and visibly by having an expensive coat made especially for Joseph. This did not go unnoticed by the older brothers, and they began...

Daily Readings from the USCCBAgain I say to you, it is easier for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle than for one who is rich to enter the Kingdom of God.” When the disciples heard this, they were greatly astonished and said, “Who then can be saved?” Jesus looked at them and said, “For men this is impossible, but for God all things are possible.” Matthew 19:24–26According to one tradition, the “eye of the needle” referred to a gate in the wall of Jerusalem. During the day, there was a large gate that was open through...

[Catholic Caucus] Archbishop Viganò: Cupich’s DNC speech confirms ‘blood pact’ between ‘deep state’ and ‘deep church’Archbishop Carlo Maria Viganò called out Cardinal Blase Cupich of Chicago for his endorsement of Kamala Harris and the Democrat platform, describing the prelate as having supported 'the cult of perversion, disease, sterility, poverty, death.'Editor’s note: The following note has been taken from a post by Archbishop Carlo Maria Viganò to X (formerly Twitter), originally published on August 20, 2024. The scandalous endorsements of Blase Cupich and the heretical ultra-progressive Jesuits in favor of Harris and Walz and the radical Left woke agenda confirm the...

[Catholic Caucus] Cardinal Cupich silent on abortions happening at DNC as he leads prayer for ‘unity and peace’Cardinal Cupich was silent on Catholic teaching on life issues and abortion during his invocation at the Democratic National Convention, at which Planned Parenthood is offering free abortions.Cardinal Blase Cupich remained notably silent on Catholic teaching on life issues and abortion during his invocation at the 2024 Democratic National Convention, at which Planned Parenthood is offering free abortions and vasectomies.Cupich’s prayer invocation was delivered to the assembled participants at the Democratic National Convention (DNC) on August 19, in which he notably avoided mentioning...

From: dvan7 11:13 AM To: All (1 of 1) 5365.1 Evangelicals for Kamala? My goal here is not to discuss all of the political issues, but to show how critical this election is and what part evangelicals must play in it. Written by Larry Ball | Friday, August 16, 2024 The evangelical world still holds a powerful weapon in its hands. Because of the electoral college, what really matters in elections is what happens in each states. In 2020 Biden beat Trump in Arizona by 10,935 votes. In Georgia, Biden won by 14,152 votes. In Wisconsin, Biden won by 20,546...

I give England until the end of 2025 at the latest before it is no longer recognizable. Don't laugh; I give the U.S. until the end of 2027 at best, but that is a whole other column. The Church of England has apparently joined the pronoun movement. Of course, none of this should come as a surprise to anyone, but it is still a shame. According to a report in the Telegraph, the Church has decided to stop using the word "church" in order to be more modern. I don't know what word they will use. Lodge? Club? Association? The...

Today I am happy to show off another audio book release, Arthur J. Stansbury's Elementary catechism on the Constitution of the United States: for the use of schools, a book as it says, was always intended for young children in schools. This book is written as a catechism form, which for those Christian readers need no introduction here, a catechism form is often used in religious instruction. The book's author, Arthur Stansbury was an American Presbyterian minister and newspaper reporter who was also a noted lithographer, poet, and children's author. It's important to understand the context here. This is a...

The 24-acre Texas parsonage of televangelist I.V. Hilliard has been listed for a staggering $15 million. As reported in the Christian Post, the Spring, Texas, property owned by New Light Church in Houston is listed on realtor.com. The estate, with six houses and 22 garage spaces, was used “by Hilliard as a parsonage, meaning that he has not had to pay any property taxes on it,” the listing notes. It adds that in 2021, an attorney for the church told the Houston Chronicle that the property’s primary use was as a “minister’s retreat and conference center,” which made it eligible...

“Abraham raised his eyes and looked, and behold, behind him a ram caught in the thicket by his horns; and Abraham went and took the ram, and offered him up for a burnt offering in the place of his son. And Abraham called the name of that place The Lord Will Provide, as it is said to this day, ‘In the mount of the Lord it will be provided’” (Genesis 22:13-14). When God provides for a believer, He’s being true to His name. The Old Testament gives God many names, but one of the most lovely is Jehovah-Jireh, translated in...

Pray For The Peace of Jerusalem (8/20/24)[Prayer]Names and Titles of God the Holy Spirit (The Holy Spirit) Psalm 51:10-12210 Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit within me.11 Cast me not away from thy presence; and take not thy holy spirit from me.12 Restore unto me the joy of thy salvation; and uphold me with thy free spirit.King James Version________________________God Bless America.ML/LTOS