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A somber depiction of three crosses on a hilltop, with Jesus crucified in the center. Dark skies and barren landscape evoke a Catholic theme of Golgotha, with a lone figure standing below. Predominantly muted tones with hints of green and brown.

Tre Ore – The Second Word – Fr. James McCumminskey SJ. BFD003

https://media.blubrry.com/bellarmineforumfootnote/bellarmineforum.podbean.com/mf/play/9m6r2t/BFD003_Tre_Ore_The_Second_Word_Fr_James_McCumminskey_SJ.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadPerfect lenten meditations on the Seven Last Words of Christ.  This was recorded in 1975 and spoken by Fr. James McCumminskey at St. Xavier Church in Cincinnati.   As one listener puts it:  “I have to listen to this every year.  Several times.“ Seven episodes in all, expect a…

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A somber depiction of three crosses on a hilltop, with Jesus crucified in the center. Dark skies and barren landscape evoke a Catholic theme of Golgotha, with a lone figure standing below. Predominantly muted tones with hints of green and brown.

Tre Ore – The First Word – Fr. James McCumminskey BFD002

https://media.blubrry.com/bellarmineforumfootnote/bellarmineforum.podbean.com/mf/play/ihp39v/BFD002_Tre_Ore_The_First_Word_Fr_James_McCumminskey.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadPerfect lenten meditations on the Seven Last Words of Christ.  This was recorded in 1975 and spoken by Fr. James McCumminskey at St. Xavier Church in Cincinnati.   As one listener puts it:  “I have to listen to this every year.  Several times.“ Seven episodes in all, expect a…

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Statue of Mary, Mother of Mercy, in a white robe and crown, hands clasped in prayer. Blue background with text: "Mary, Mother of Mercy, Pray for Us!"

Our Model of Penance, Saint Mary of Egypt BFD001

https://media.blubrry.com/bellarmineforumfootnote/bellarmineforum.podbean.com/mf/play/yrja3d/BFD001_Life_of_Saint_Mary_of_Egypt.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadConfession requires that we make satisfaction for our sins.  This is done by penance.  Penance is a required action of the worthy reception of the Sacrament of Confession.     Says St. Augustine:  “Accuse thyself, and God will excuse thee; excuse thyself and God will accuse thee.” He also says, “Chastise thyself, if thou…

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Statue of an elderly bearded man in classical robes, holding a book and rosary against a blue sky. The statue appears to be of Saint Robert Bellarmine, a prominent Catholic figure.

On St. Joseph, Updates, and Another Podcast Feed for Shorts or keep it all together? BFP012

A short update episode with a great passage on St. Joseph, for his feast day today. What to do if you are in an area with no good option for Mass and the Sacraments.

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A man dressed as Saint Joseph in a red cape and blue shirt, with a beard, flying through the air. Text reads "MEANWHILE... SAINT JOSEPH". Catholic theme with vibrant colors."

St. Joseph the Superhero

     In these days of super this and super that, Iron Man, Thor, Captain America and now Captain Marvelette, it is obvious people are feeling the need for a super something to save them from the evils of life.  Sure the evils in superhero land are robots and space monsters, but inside of us…

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A collage featuring a black background with text "LOL! You Can't 'Fast' from Facebook!" and "Three Kinds of Fasts and other Grouchy Things About Lent." Includes a Facebook logo with the text "facebook fasting" and various images related to giving up social media for Lent, such as "BRB 40 days" and "I am giving up facebook for Lent."

You Can’t “Fast” from Facebook – The Three Kinds of Lent Fasting

Fans of St. Ignatius Loyola’s Spiritual exercises will enjoy the three kinds of fasts, but more importantly, why there is no such thing as “fasting” from facebook.

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A somber corridor with tall concrete slabs and a person in green at the end. Text reads: "Pornography Breeds Sex Trafficking and Slavery by Dustin Murphey."

Pornography Breeds Sex Trafficking and Slavery – Even the Free Stuff

Many people think abusing slaves for profit is something that happened long ago, or in far away places.  Dustin Murphey gives a hard hitting report with research that shows it is happening right under our nose.  

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A detailed religious mural depicting Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden with a serpent, alongside other biblical figures. The scene is richly colored and includes Latin text at the top: "Maeltonus Me Fecit" and other inscriptions. The figures are dressed in traditional robes, with Eve holding an apple."

Thoughts on the Feast Day (Immaculate Conception)

What if he had simply said, “I am sorry,” our pastor asked. We need a savior from groveling in sin, but how was He supposed to get here?

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A religious illustration depicting the nativity scene with angels, Mary, Joseph, and baby Jesus in a manger. The text is a Christmas novena prayer for Catholics, beginning with "Hail and blessed be the hour...". The artwork features warm colors like golds, reds, and oranges."

Feast of St. Andrew: Time to start your Christmas Novena!!!

The St. Andrew Christmas novena begins today. We have a trick to help you say the novena this year! Free and our pleasure to provide!

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A man lies face down in a desert with three men standing behind him, holding rifles. Text reads "FAILURE TO COMMUNICATE" and "SEMINARIAN," suggesting a dramatic scene with Catholic themes."

Seminary Life in the 80’s: Fr. Sauppé’s Experience with CUA, Charles Curran, St. Luke’s

Fr. Timothy Sauppé recounts his experience with the post-Vatican II pastoral style that expected you to keep your mouth shut and ignore the homosexual contagion. An excerpt from the book Slaying the Spirit of Vatican II with the Light of Truth. Already in the 1980s, there was a problem with the homosexual contagion, seminarians being told to keep quiet, and Saint Luke Institute. The heretic Curran at CUA was another thing one had to swallow and accept quietly… or be ousted.

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