Terri Aluise

A vintage political poster featuring two men's portraits side by side, with text "Fillmore and Donelson" at the top. Below them is a laurel wreath with "The Union National Union." The quote reads: "'I know nothing but my Country, my whole Country, and nothing but my Country.'" The text is in black on a white background."

You Know Nothing

Recently, his Eminence Timothy Cardinal Dolan, called out Republican Presidential Candidate Donald Trump out on his xenophobic rant on immigration, essentially calling him a “Know Nothing”. I personally want to thank his Eminence for pointing out the obvious for all to see, for the name seems quite appropriate when it comes to Mr. Trump –…

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A religious document with ornate decorations and text in red, black, and blue ink. It is a request for the Apostolic Benediction and Plenary Indulgence from the Most Holy Father. The document is signed by a priest, dated 1959. It mentions invoking the name of Jesus at the hour of death for forgiveness of sins.

Indulge Me, Please!

Let me indulge you for a second – in plenary indulgences that is. Shortly after I was married, I took my husband to my aunt’s house in Massachusetts for dinner. Someone brought up the war in Iraq and I thought, “Dear God, here we go.” There is nothing that an Irish Catholic family from Boston…

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A serene park scene with people walking and sitting, featuring autumnal trees in warm hues of yellow, orange, and brown. A statue is visible in the background, suggesting a Catholic theme with its classical design. The setting appears to be an urban park with pathways and greenery.

The Apostle to the Apostles

St. Mary Magdalene is one of the most inspiring figures in the Gospels, for she shows that God can turn our sins around and transform us into His Glory. Unfortunately, she has been used by many with an agenda to subvert the powerful revelation of Christ’s love for His Church. The Da Vinci Code Was…

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A display case titled "Better Than Nature: The Pill" featuring various birth control pills and packaging. Bright, colorful background with text describing the exhibit. The display appears to be part of an educational or historical presentation on contraception, with a focus on Catholic themes."

The Inconvenient Truth for Liberals in Laudato Si

By Guest Author Terri Aluise The Vatican is set to release Pope Francis’ much anticipated encyclical Laudato Si on Thursday. A leaked draft version of the encyclical was released earlier this week and shows that Pope Francis believes that man is the primary cause of climate change. Not surprisingly, Conservatives are already in an uproar…

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A golden monstrance with a host at its center, surrounded by angels and saints in a heavenly scene. The altar is adorned with candles and rich red fabric, evoking Catholic Eucharistic adoration.

The Enchantment of Catholicism

By Guest Author, Terri Aluise   Fr. Andrew Greeley wrote in his book The Catholic Imagination: Catholics live in an enchanted world, a world of statues and holy water, stained glass and votive candles, saints and religious medals, rosary beads and holy pictures. But these paraphernalia are mere hints of a deeper and more religious…

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A depiction of Jesus with rays emanating from his heart, dressed in white robes, set within an ornate golden frame. The text "JEZU UFAM TOBIE" is displayed at the bottom, indicating a Catholic theme."

Jesus I Trust in You

by Guest Author, Terri Aluise Feast of the Divine Mercy Liturgical Color: White This Sunday we will celebrate Divine Mercy Sunday. Many are familiar with the image of the Divine Mercy. It was revealed to a humble Polish nun, St. Faustina Kowalska, in 1931 in a vision she had of Christ. The image is of…

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A marble sculpture depicting an angel and a robed figure, likely Saint Teresa of Avila in ecstasy. The figures are intricately detailed with flowing drapery, set against an ornate background.

Let Nothing Disturb You

by Guest Author, Terri Aluise   This year, 2015, marks the 500th anniversary of the birth of St. Teresa of Avila. I have spent the last month or so trying to discern how I can, in my own feeble way, honor her on this occasion – for she is a close friend and a spiritual…

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A long table draped in red and white cloths set up for a Catholic event, featuring various food items. The room has tiled floors and white walls with religious statues visible in the background.

Go to Joseph!

 By Guest Author, Terri Aluise “Wherever the Catholic sun doth shine, There’s always laughter and good red wine, At least I have always found it so. Benedicamus Domino!” One of the best ways to honor St. Joseph, the patron of the family and protector of the universal church, is to hold a St. Joseph’s Day…

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