“Go into all the world & share the Good News” Mark 16
DAILY READINGS
Today’s Mass Readings.
SAINT OF THE DAY
The North American Martyrs
VIOLENT HAMAS-SYMPATHIZING PROTESTERS TAKE OVER CAPITOL HILL
A group of apparent Hamas sympathizers, led by “Jewish Voice for Peace,” staged an illegal sit-in at the Cannon House Office Building rotunda to demand
COULD PAROLIN BE POPE?
Parolin’s emphasis on the importance of Catholic doctrine, despite talks of changing it during the synod on synodality, could boost his chances of becoming the next pope. He has a strong understanding of the Vatican and a strict adherence to doctrinal orthodoxy. However, concerns about his health, role in the Vatican financial scandal, and affiliation with the Beijing deal may impact his potential candidacy.
DEMOCRAT RASHIDA TLAIB ACCUSES ISRAEL OF BOMBING GAZA HOSPITAL
Rashida Tlaib accused Israel of causing an explosion at a Gaza hospital that killed 500 Palestinians. She criticized President Biden but he blamed Islamic Jihad terrorists and condemned Hamas for their actions. Tlaib’s source was disputed, and the Israel Defense Forces released audio suggesting the terrorists were responsible for the incident.
POPESPLAINING AND NEW WAYS MINISTRY
Pope Francis’s recent actions suggest he may endorse the idea of the Church offering blessings for same-sex unions. His ambiguity, support for discussion, and unwillingness to reaffirm the 2021 Vatican statement may signal a shift in traditional Catholic teaching.
HOW THE NEW YORK TIMES — AND OTHERS — DO HAMAS’ DIRTY WORK
The media has a tendency to blame Israel for violence in Gaza without verifying facts, fueled by misunderstandings and prejudices and exacerbated by Hamas and Palestine Islamic Jihad. This was demonstrated in the reporting of an alleged missile attack on a Gaza hospital, where the media quickly blamed Israel despite evidence showing Gaza terrorists were responsible.
VIVA ARCH VEGAS! LAS VEGAS GETS BLESSED AS AN ARCHDIOCESE
Cardinal Christophe Pierre acknowledged the importance of collaboration between men and women and celebrated Las Vegas’s achievement of becoming the 33rd archdiocese in the US. Las Vegas is now a Metropolitan See, and Archbishop George Leo Thomas is its first Metropolitan Archbishop, overseeing the Archdiocese of Las Vegas and the Dioceses of Reno and Salt Lake City.
BRITNEY SPEARS’ ABORTION IS A REMINDER THAT 60% OF WOMEN HAVING ABORTIONS ARE PRESSURED
Britney Spears was coerced by Justin Timberlake to have an abortion, highlighting a common experience for women who undergo abortions and a larger issue with women’s autonomy. An enabling environment is essential for women to balance motherhood, education, and careers. Men also need to take responsibility for fatherhood if they have sexual relationships with women.
BISHOP STRICKLAND’S PASTORAL LETTER LIFT HIGH THE CROSS – LETTER #7 ISSUED OCTOBER 17
Pastoral Letter From Bishop Joseph Strickland of the Diocese of Tyler. Let Us Embrace the Cross of Jesus Christ, a Sign of Contradiction That Brings Us the Saving Power of His Sacrifice and Resurrection.
WANT TO STOP HAMAS AND HEZBOLLAH? PUNISH IRAN
The author suggests that Iran is responsible for terrorism by Hamas and Hezbollah and proposes several actions, such as changes in regime, destroying nuclear weapons, and making demands on Qatar, to stop terrorism. The author emphasizes the need for the US to support Israel to counter terrorism.
U.S. BISHOPS’ PLENARY SESSION TO TAKE PLACE IN NOVEMBER: HERE’S WHAT’S ON THE AGENDA
The US bishops’ 2023 Fall Plenary Assembly in Baltimore has a packed agenda that includes important topics such as National Eucharistic Revival, political responsibility, Ad Hoc Committee Against Racism, electing new chairmen and secretary, and updates on Synod on Synodality, Institute on the Catechism, and conference’s 2024 budget.
NEW YORK TIMES TWICE CHANGES RECKLESS HEADLINE: ‘ISRAELI STRIKE KILLS HUNDREDS IN HOSPITAL, PALESTINIANS SAY’
The New York Times changed its headlines and terminology after official reports showed that a Palestinian rocket caused the Gaza hospital blast and not an Israeli airstrike. Despite evidence clearing Israel, some leaders still accused them, and the Israeli Defense Forces have used radar to determine that Palestinian rockets caused the explosion.
SYNOD ON SYNODALITY: LAYWOMAN’S SPEECH OPPOSING WOMEN’S ORDINATION DRAWS BIG OVATION
A laywoman at the Synod on Synodality criticized the focus on women’s ordination, saying that it is a distraction from what women want and need and is an attempt to clericalize the laity. Despite this, some members advocated for women’s ordination to the diaconate and priesthood. Pope Francis has consistently affirmed that the Church cannot sacramentally ordain women.
OUR CORPORATE OLIGARCHY
The pandemic revealed that conservatism overlooks corporate capitalism’s role in income disparity. The oligarchy benefited from preferential treatment, ignoring small businesses and workers and leading to financial instability. To encourage cultural heritage, enhance citizen’s lives and balance social growth, conservatives should prioritize civic engagement and local governance over capitalism.
THE NAME OF THE DEMON THAT STEALS REST, MAKES YOU SCROLL, AND INSPIRES OVERWORKING
Drug addicts and those tempted by acedia reveal the fruitlessness of the search for satisfaction, and that combating this requires a commitment to stillness and true leisure. This suggests that finding rest and beauty, seeking fellowship, and affirming the goodness of life can help us remember our true end of resting in God.
WOKE IS DYING—LONG LIVE THE NEW CENTER
The ethical collapse of the identity left in the Middle East events led to a fresh reformist center in US politics. The decrease of “woke” culture has provided space for diverse groups to unite for national reform. A coalition of interests is necessary to reform America, and the Republican Party should regain their values as center-left Democrats represent the genuine Party of Government.
PERPETUAL ADORATION LIVE FROM THE TYBURN CONVENT, LONDON, ENGLAND
Catholics for Catholics aims to provide easy access to nuns or monks for prayer requests, as this resource is no longer easily available due to various factors. The organization believes that prayer is essential for the soul and wants to reconnect people with these prayerful individuals who spend their lives in devotion.
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