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Could Cardinal Prevost be the first American pope?Seemingly out of nowhere, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost is being discussed as a serious candidate in the upcoming conclave.Why this piece is important: Prevost is being seriously considered as a papal candidate—but questions surround his silence and his actions as Prefect for the Dicastery of Bishops. The big picture: Prevost has cooperated in advancing Francis’ agenda, facilitated the appointment of heterodox bishops throughout the world, and tacitly denied the traditional teaching on the episcopate. Flashpoint: He oversaw the deposition of the most conservative U.S. bishop (Strickland) and the appointment of a notorious liberal...

[Catholic Caucus] Bishop Strickland’s message just ahead of the conclave: ‘Passion leads to Resurrection’ The cardinals may elect a new pope who continues the errors, the silence. But their failures do not excuse ours. We must cling to the faith – not sentimentality, not nostalgia.Welcome back to another episode of A Shepherd’s Voice. This week, as the cardinals of the Church gather in Rome to elect a new pope, the eyes of the world turn once again to the Vatican. For many faithful Catholics, this is not a moment of joy or confidence – but of sorrow, confusion, and fear....

Bishop Strickland issues urgent letter as Texas hospital may withdraw life support from babyBishop Strickland issued a public statement today in support of Baby Elaine Wren, an infant currently hospitalized in Texas who may have life support withdrawn against her parents' wishes. Bishop Joseph E. Strickland issued a public statement today in support of Baby Elaine Wren, an infant currently hospitalized in Texas and dependent on a breathing apparatus. Despite her family’s desire to continue life-sustaining treatment, the hospital may soon withdraw care under the authority of the Texas Advance Directives Act (TADA), commonly known as the “25-day rule.” READ:...

[Catholic Caucus] Bishop Strickland: Courage as a bishop ‘is a requirement’Bp. Strickland renewed his criticism of trends within the Catholic Church, especially the Synod on Synodality, warning that 'many souls are being led astray.’Bishop Joseph Strickland has warned of a “deliberate effort to undermine the unchanging truths of the Catholic faith from within the Church herself.”“The silence of the shepherds in the face of injustice and the erosion of truth is serious,” said Strickland in a new interview published by Spanish outlet InfoVaticana.Since being removed by the Pope as bishop of the Diocese of Tyler, Texas, in November 2023, Strickland...

[Catholic Caucus] Bishop Strickland urges brother priests to confront insidious evils attacking the Church'I urge you to acquaint yourself with St. Peter Damian, a fearless defender of truth who stood against the corruption of his time,' Strickland wrote, urging his brother priests to stand up to the corruption assailing the Church.Note: The following was written and distributed by Bishop Joseph Strickland at the second annual “Catholic Prayer for America” gala at Mar-a-Lago on Wednesday, March 19.(LifeSiteNews) — Dear brother priests,I pray that these Lenten days we presently journey through are a time of abundant grace for you, deepening your life...

[Catholic Caucus] Catholics thank Bishop Strickland with billboards, newspaper adA digital billboard reading ‘Thank you Bishop Strickland!’ appeared in the city of Tyler, Texas, this month, and a full-page ad saying the same has been published in the Tyler Morning Telegraph.TYLER, Texas (LifeSiteNews) — A group of Catholics are honoring Bishop Joseph Strickland in a very public way.A digital billboard reading “Thank you Bishop Strickland!” appeared in the city of Tyler, Texas, this month, and a full-page ad saying the same has been published in the Tyler Morning Telegraph. Another billboard thanking the former ordinary of the Diocese of Tyler...

[Catholic Caucus] Bishops Burning BridgesAs much as the American public is shocked by the ongoing DOGE revelations of our abuse by the Federal government, betrayal by spiritual leaders is infinitely worse.When I was in Catholic graduate studies, our instructors would alert us to incoming papal encyclicals. Excitement would build, delectatory anticipation of what Pope John Paul might say. When it was finally promulgated, it would be all the buzz during class breaks, as we sieved out insights about suffering, women, the elderly, and always, always Jesus Christ. Now I look back on that innocent spiritual intoxication the way I remember...

[Catholic Caucus] Bishop Strickland: I am ‘heartbroken’ over the USCCB’s response to Trump immigration policiesVice President J.D. Vance stated that he was heartbroken over the response of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops regarding immigration and this Administration’s policies. I am also heartbroken at the bishops’ response.— My Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, As I have watched the situation unfold with Catholic Charities and the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB), I feel I must speak out as a shepherd in concern for the flock. Our new Vice President, J.D. Vance, stated that he was heartbroken over...

[Catholic Caucus] Bishop Strickland: Compromises to the Mass are ‘extremely dangerous’ to ‘Catholic life’'The emphasis on mercy and inclusion at the expense of repentance lessens the understanding of the Mass as a holy sacrifice that requires proper preparation and reverence, and this could lead to the taking of the Eucharist unworthily,' writes Bishop Strickland. (Editorial note: The following is a letter from Bishop Strickland.)Dear Brothers and Sisters, I am writing this letter to talk to you about the Holy Mass. As St. Padre Pio said, “It would be easier for the world to survive without the sun than to do...

[Catholic Caucus] Bishop Strickland decries Pope Francis’ appointment of Cardinal McElroy as DC archbishopBishop Strickland slammed heterodox, pro-LGBT Cardinal Robert McElroy of San Diego as a ‘corrupt hireling’ in response to his appointment as archbishop of Washington, D.C., by Pope Francis and called on Catholics to ‘speak out against these wolves of the hierarchy.’Editor’s note: The following statement is taken from an X post by Bishop Joseph Strickland published on January 6, 2025. (LifeSiteNews) — In November, I asked the bishops of the United States, “What will it take?” It’s not surprising that I received no response from the bishops....

Bishop Strickland: ‘It is clear that Archbishop Lefebvre walked an apostle’s path’It is clear that Archbishop Lefebvre walked an apostle’s path and was led to establish a safe place, a refuge, where could be found the Mass of the ages in its pure form, a place where the Deposit of Faith would be protected, and the staircase preserved intact, even while the ape of the Church was pulling off boards and throwing out all that is most precious.Abp. Marcel Lefebvre (third from right).Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,At this time of year, as we wait for Our Lord, I want...

[Catholic Caucus] Would St. Ambrose Get Fired Today?What would Pope Francis have done with an Ambrose standing in the emperor’s path?The Church celebrates the Memorial of St. Ambrose, Bishop and Doctor, on December 7. By liturgical standards, he’s important. Not only is his an obligatory memorial (i.e., you have to celebrate it), but it’s an obligatory memorial in Advent. Saints—especially saints of the early Church—were often the subjects of classical art. Great painters often depicted them, and especially signature moments from their lives, in their paintings. One of those great painters depicting a great saint was the master of Flemish...

[Catholic Caucus] Exactly One Year After Removing Bishop Strickland, the Vatican Cancels Latin Mass Throughout His Tyler, TX DioceseWhen Bishop Joseph Strickland was removed as bishop of the Diocese of Tyler, TX in November 2023, one of the reasons given for his termination by Apostolic Nuncio Christophe Pierre was that he refused to "implement the motu propoio Traditionis custodes," i.e. cancel Latin Masses throughout his diocese. Bishop Strickland refused to do so because he could not, in good conscience, hurt well-meaning, faithful Catholics in his diocese: "As a shepherd and protector of my Diocese, I could not take actions which...

[Catholic Caucus] FULL STORY: Here’s why Bishop Strickland was canceledOn this episode of The John Henry Westen Show, Deacon Keith Fournier joins me to discuss his time working with Bishop Joseph Strickland in the Diocese of Tyler, Texas, what led to Strickland’s removal, the controversy surrounding canceled clergy, and more. I asked Deacon Keith about his time working with Bishop Strickland in the Diocese of Tyler, Texas, and what he experienced working with him. Deacon Keith recalled how he had been working as a dean of an online Catholic school and in ministry when someone sent him Strickland’s Constitution on...

[Catholic Caucus] Bishop Strickland: St. Pius X was a holy, wise pope who upheld the deposit of faithOn this week’s episode of The Bishop Strickland Show, Bishop Joseph Strickland discusses Christ’s presence in the Holy Eucharist, why women should veil in church, the need to reflect on the sanctity and wisdom of Pope St. Pius X, and more.On this week’s two-part episode of The Bishop Strickland Show, Bishop Joseph Strickland discusses Christ’s presence in the Holy Eucharist, why women should veil in church, turning away from serious sin to repel demons, the need to reflect on the sanctity and wisdom...

[Catholic Caucus] Bishop Strickland: Catholics cannot support Democrats because they are the ‘party of death’On this week’s two-part episode of The Bishop Strickland Show, Bishop Joseph Strickland discusses not living like the scribes and Pharisees, the evils of the Democrat Party, apostasy 'at the top' of the Church, and more.On this week’s two-part episode of The Bishop Strickland Show, Bishop Joseph Strickland discusses not living like the scribes and Pharisees, the evils of the Democrat Party, the importance of the Akita message for our times, apostasy “at the top” of the Church, and more.Host Terry Barber begins Part 1 of...

On Friday’s broadcast of MSNBC’s “The Last Word,” Rep. Marilyn Strickland (D-WA) argued that Republicans tried to say that 2024 Democratic presidential candidate Vice President Kamala Harris “was a failed border czar, when, in fact, people coming over the southern border [have] decreased by 50% through President Biden’s executive order.” And “if anyone’s going to have responsibility” for the border, “it lands solely with Donald Trump.” Strickland said, “So, remember, when Vice President Harris was announced as the person that President Biden supports, the attacks started immediately. First, they tried to say she was a failed border czar, when, in...

[Catholic Caucus] Bishop Strickland: We must remain anchored to Jesus against the evil infiltrating the ChurchDespite evil infiltrating the Church in the form of abuses and betrayal, the faithful must recognize the Church’s divine establishment, remaining One, Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic.(Bishop Strickland’s Substack) — “Faith of our Fathers! Holy Faith! We will be true to thee till death.” This hymn, written in honor of Catholics martyred during the time of Henry VIII in England, reminds us that we must continue to stand strong on the firm foundation of our Catholic faith, regardless of the evil that has infiltrated the Church.This...

[Catholic Caucus] Bishop Strickland calls for instant removal of all Rupnik art after Lourdes’ bishop delaysUrging the removal of all displayed artwork by alleged serial abuser Fr. Rupnik, Bishop Strickland wrote, 'There should be no delay, no debate, no consideration, no compromise.'LOURDES, France (LifeSiteNews) — Bishop Joseph Strickland has called for the immediate removal of all images by Father Marko Rupnik from “all Catholic sites,” days after the Bishop of Lourdes shied away from removing the mosaics at the shrine due to “real opposition.”In a social media post July 4, Strickland issued a call for the instant removal of all...

There is never a dull moment when Sean Strickland has a microphone in his handIn yet another example of how CTE can damage your brain, UFC middleweight Sean Strickland came after Tom Brady this time with a homophobic tirade through at a press conference. Strickland is about to fight Paulo Costa in next Saturday's UFC 302 and someone asked him about the Tom Brady comedy roast and how he handled the jokes after the show. Needless to say, an attack like what follow is always expected of a man like Sean Strickland. There is never a dull moment when Sean...