fraud

A statue of an elderly bearded St. Peter in profile against a blue background, with the text "Bellarmine Forum" written in white and red. The man appears to be a historical or religious figure, likely associated with Catholic themes."

BFP – Akita, How a Bribe Stopped the Real Ottaviani Intervention (Maciel), and Why it’s Suddenly not OK to criticize the Pope

Get ready to dive into a divine cocktail of faith, history, and a sprinkle of intrigue! Our latest BFP podcast episode takes you on a journey from a young bishop’s mission in Akita Japan to a Buddhist woman’s leap of faith, all the way to the Vatican’s secret corridors. It’s like your favorite detective novel, but with more rosaries and revelations. Tune in and let’s unravel the divine mysteries together. Warning: Side effects may include a sudden urge to pray the rosary! #CatholicPodcast #FaithMystery

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Saint George riding a white horse, slaying a green dragon with red accents. He wears armor and a red cape. The text "SAINT GEORGE" is at the top. A Catholic icon depicting bravery and faith."

St. George’s Witness To the Age of Fraud

Today is the feast of St. George. People always associate him with the slaying of the dragon, however, I think there is something more important about him often overlooked. He was a Greek living in Palestine who became a Roman soldier. He converted to Catholicism. In 303, Emperor Diocletian, after having the newly built church in Nicodemia destroyed,…

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A detailed illustration of a hellish landscape with numerous nude figures in torment, surrounded by robed figures observing. Dominant colors are earthy tones with vibrant reds and blues in the robes. Depicts Catholic themes of divine judgment and punishment.

St. John Paul II and a Caution against the Age of Fraud

Fifty or a hundred years from now, the sociologists that write books to describe our time will have only one term to discuss today:  fraud. It’s everywhere, and people think nothing of it. I think that’s because they don’t realize that the ancient Greeks long before the time of Christ, determined that there would be a time…

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