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John L. Allen Jr and Tom Heneghan both discuss the negative reaction in the Jewish press to the Holy Father’s speech at Yad Vashem yesterday. It seems that Pope Benedict did not realise that there was a pre-existing script he … Continue reading →

I received today this short email from a friend, which I took very seriously and put a little bit of time into answering. I am offering both the letter (anonymously) and my answer for the readers of this blog. Hi … Continue reading →

For the ladies, a quick reminder that the Anima Women’s Network is holding its May Conference on Saturday. The theme is “St Paul and Gifted Women”, and the speakers are your humble correspondent (on “St Paul and Women”) and Clara … Continue reading →

Details of my next course in Third Term with Anima Education. Come along to find a way of reading the Book of the Revelation to St John. It wasn’t meant to be a mystery – the key is simply knowledge … Continue reading →

I am enjoying following the news of Pope Benedict’s travels on Reuters Faith World Blog by reporter Tom Heneghan. This photo, though, is just crying out for a caption.

HT to Sandro Magister for the link to this page which I am sure many will find immensely useful. It is in fact something very rare on the internet – and it seems that the Italians have done it blissfully … Continue reading →

Okay, so while at the capital of the world (ie. Rome), I was rather out of touch with the Internet (which is, of course, THE meeting place of the world…) and so missed out on this bit of new (actually, … Continue reading →

The following memo was received by all Archdiocesan Staff by the Archbishop this morning. I am pleased to advise you that Pope Benedict XVI has appointed Monsignor Les Tomlinson as Auxiliary Bishop of Melbourne. Monsignor Tomlinson, 65, has been Vicar … Continue reading →

I have just been reading the latest edition of “The Lutheran” (the official mag of the Lutheran Church of Australia) and hearing all about past Seminary class mates who are now “presidents” (aka bishops) – the latest is Pastor Greg … Continue reading →

An old familiar frustration has reoccurred: my internet connection, the one I purchased here in Rome only a week and half ago, isn’t working. I have no idea what is wrong. And their help number only tells me that I … Continue reading →