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Thomas Griffin 11/18/20 A New York Times article was published on Saturday, November 14th concerning the “damning evidence” against the sanctity of Pope St. John Paul II. “Saint too Soon? Vatican Report Cast John Paul II in Harsh New Light” was written by Jason Horowitz who clearly, although implicitly has issues with the Catholic Church.Continue reading “In Defense of Pope St. John Paul II”

Thomas Griffin (11/4/20) The School of Trust During Stormy Seas – Ascension Press (11/4/20) EXCERPT: “There is no greater message from God: He is here, with us—and he is trustworthy.  Given the turmoil of the past six months, these words are difficult for some to accept. Quarantines, social distancing, illness of friends and loved ones,Continue reading “The School of Trust During Stormy Seas”

Thomas Griffin (10/16/20) Bl. Carlo Acutis: The Example Young People Need – Ascension Press (10/15/20) Excerpt: “All people are born as originals, but most die as photocopies.”  Blessed Carlo Acutis preached this message as a call for people of all ages to never settle for mediocrity. Born in Italy, May 1991, this first “millennial” toContinue reading “Bl. Carlo Acutis: The Example Young People Need”

Thomas Griffin (10/5/20) Have you ever really looked at a crucifix? Have you truly seen, pondered, and reflected on the nature of our savior’s death or are we guilty of sanitizing the cross? Discipleship is, first and foremost, a manner in which our view of the world becomes Christified. Following Jesus Christ closely pushes oneContinue reading “Against Sanitizing the Cross”

Thomas Griffin (10/1/20) St. Therese: Love Only, With Empty Hands – Catholic Exchange (10/20/18) Excerpt: “Her calling was not simply to perform deeds for God in an attempt to win his heart; she realized through his revelation that her calling in life was simple and profound: her calling was love. She noted that love isContinue reading “St. Therese: Love Only, With Empty Hands”

Thomas Griffin (9/15/20) There are some notions that yearn to be discovered and lived by. There are principles that place mankind on a launchpad towards what is most true, good and beautiful. In the midst of a culture craving to remove men and women, statues and memorials, and the very fabric of the American projectContinue reading “Freeing Politics: The Need for Virtue”

Thomas Griffin (8/16/20) When God Seems Silent – Beach Catholic Holy Hour (11/16/17) Note: The Canaanite woman who pleads for Jesus’ help in healing her daughter provides a key ingredient to our invitation to draw near to Christ. Click the link above to hear a talk on this Gospel and how God comes to usContinue reading “Relentless Faith”

Thomas Griffin (8/14/20) St. Maximilian Kolbe and the Gift of Life – Ascension Press (8/13/20) Excerpt: “The man that cried out for his family that day, who Maximilian gave his life for, was named Franciszek Gajowniczek. He survived the camp, and he was able to go back home to his family after the war. InContinue reading “St. Maximilian Kolbe and the Gift of Life”

Thomas Griffin (8/4/20) From the Catechetical Instructions by St. John Mary Vianney, priest “My little children, reflect on these words: the Christian’s treasure is not on earth but in heaven. Our thoughts, then ought to be directed to where our treasure is. This is the glorious duty of man: to pray and to love. IfContinue reading “St. John Vianney’s Advice: Pray and Love”

Thomas Griffin (7/29/20) Description: In times of trial, where do we look for hope and how can we move forward? When we place our trust in the unmoving reality of Christ, we can be sure that we are never alone and that we can face any obstacle. Faith is not blind hope, but a livingContinue reading “Looking Out for God”