Solène Tadié is the Europe Correspondent for the National Catholic Register. She is French-Swiss and grew up in Paris. After graduating from Roma III University with a degree in journalism, she began reporting on Rome and the Vatican for Aleteia. She joined L’Osservatore Romano in 2015, where she successively worked for the French section and the Cultural pages of the Italian daily newspaper. She has also collaborated with several French-speaking Catholic media organizations. Solène has a bachelor’s degree in philosophy from the Pontifical University of Saint Thomas Aquinas, and recently translated in French (for Editions Salvator) Defending the Free Market: The …
Category: Apologetics
Is Pope Leo XIV Leaving Us Clues About Where He’s Headed?
Father Raymond J. de Souza is the founding editor of Convivium magazine. COMMENTARY: In his first days as Pope, Leo XIV has signaled continuity over rupture, rooted his vision in patristic tradition, and issued a bold call to young people: ‘Do not be afraid.’ Pope Leo XIV’s first few days have been met with widespread enthusiasm and excitement, not least because the Holy Father himself is confident, at ease, and seems to enjoy being pope. He told the cardinals they had asked him “to carry that cross and to be blessed with that mission.” At least for now, the blessing is more apparent than …
Worthy to Suffer Dishonor For the Sake of the Name
M.C. Holbrook is a homeschooling mother of ten and author of the series, The Safe Haven: Scriptural Reflections for the Heart and Home. Originally from New York City, Holbrook received a Bachelor’s degree in Human Development and Family Studies from Cornell University and a Master’s degree in School Counseling from New York University. Holbrook enjoys meals with her family, prayer with her friends, and a hot cup of coffee each morning with the Word of God. Jealousy is one of the most insidious of vices because, much like envy, there is absolutely no satisfaction in it. Each moment is spent in …
An Open Letter to Archbishop Bruno Forte
Reverend Peter M.J. Stravinskas founded The Catholic Answer in 1987 and The Catholic Response in 2004, as well as the Priestly Society of Blessed John Henry Cardinal Newman, a clerical association of the faithful, committed to Catholic education, liturgical renewal, and the new evangelization. Father Stravinskas is also the President of the Catholic Education Foundation, an organization that serves as a resource for heightening the Catholic identity of Catholic schools. “I was stunned to read of your recent attack on those who receive Holy Communion on the tongue. Even more so because you used an Easter homily to launch that assault…” Your Grace, I was …
Lenten lessons from Saint Peter
John M. Grondelski (Ph.D., Fordham) was a former associate dean of the School of Theology, Seton Hall University, South Orange, New Jersey. He publishes regularly in the National Catholic Register and in theological journals. All views expressed herein are exclusively his own. Jesus doesn’t deny Peter, though Peter denied Jesus. And Peter eventually learned the eternal value of contrition. This week’s Lenten focus on conversion and the old Confiteor takes us to “the holy Apostles, Peter and Paul.” I always liked the description an Australian priest friend once applied to them: they were “two guys with histories.” And, in some ways, not particularly nice guys. …
Concerns about Amoris Laetitia’s Chapter Eight: A Reply to Pedro Gabriel
Fr. Peter Ryan, SJ is the Blessed Michael J. McGivney Chair in Life Ethics at Sacred Heart Major Seminary and served as executive director of the Secretariat of Doctrine and Canonical Affairs of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops from 2013 to 2016. Since the publication of Amoris Laetitia nine years ago, faithful Catholics from all quarters of the Church have expressed concern about the confusion that has followed the Exhortation’s eighth chapter (AL8). We share that concern and have explained why in our recent essay The Doctrinal Implications of Amoris Laetitia’s Chapter Eight.” We did not delve into this matter lightly and certainly …
In defense of the synodal critics
Dr. Larry Chapp is a retired professor of theology. He taught for twenty years at DeSales University near Allentown, Pennsylvania. He now owns and manages, with his wife, the Dorothy Day Catholic Worker Farm in Harveys Lake, Pennsylvania. Dr. Chapp received his doctorate from Fordham University in 1994 with a specialization in the theology of Hans Urs von Balthasar The issues involved in the current synod are foundational in nature, just as in St. Augustine’s time, and involve theologically incommensurate understandings of Christology, anthropology, ecclesiology, and soteriology. The senior writer at Commonweal magazine, Paul Baumann, has penned a thoughtful essay, titled “Pope Francis & …
Archbishop of San Francisco: resolution of St. Junipero Serra statue desecration case is ‘direct opposite’ of restorative justice
The Archbishop of San Francisco responded to the resolution of the desecration case of a statue of St. Junipero Serra, where the vandals were charged with a misdemeanor. In an article published in Marin Voice, Archbishop Salvatore J. Cordileone explained that the perpetrators were charged with a misdemeanor because, according to the District Attorney, the perpetrators participated in restorative justice. “Restorative justice seeks to bring about reconciliation between offender and victim after a criminal conviction,” said the Archbishop. “It holds out the potential for much healing when conducted honestly and faithfully, but can bring even greater hurt to victims when not.” After …
Cardinal Burke: Reverence for the Eucharist Will Transform Us
‘He’s given us his own Body and Blood, Soul and Divinity to nourish his life within us. What a difference that has to make in our daily life.’ Johnnette Benkovic Williams InterviewsAugust 31, 2024 Editor’s Note: Cardinal Raymond Burke joined Johnnette Benkovic Williams on EWTN’s Women of Grace, discussing several topics. In the excerpt below, the cardinal discusses his deep understanding of the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist and how Catholics must be worthy to receive the Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity of Our Lord. We are visiting with His Eminence Cardinal Raymond Burke. He’s given us a wonderful book. …
‘Denmark Is on Fire’ for Marian-Inspired Brown Scapular Devotion
Bénédicte Cedergren is an Associate Producer for EWTN News Nightly. She is Swedish-French and grew up in Stockholm. After graduating from the University of Stockholm with a degree in Journalism, Bénédicte moved to Rome where she earned a degree in Philosophy at the Pontifical University of Saint Thomas Aquinas. She also sings sacred music and works as a photographer. Passionate about spreading the truth and beauty of the Catholic faith, Bénédicte enjoys sharing the testimonies of others and writing stories that captivate and inspire. Upon hearing the Blessed Mother’s call during a retreat, Father Daniel Steiner Ebert has since enrolled …