secularization

A Santa Claus figure lying down next to a large red sack with text "Secular Christmas Fatigue" in black font on a white background."

Unwrapping the Consequences of Secular Christmas Fatigue and How Catholics Deal With It

By John B. Manos | December 30, 2022

Are you feeling worn out from the commercialization of Christmas? Find out how the holiday season has shifted in recent years and learn what Catholics do about “Secular Christmas Fatigue”.

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A historical painting depicting Catholic missionaries interacting with Native Americans, featuring religious figures in halos and traditional attire. Text reads: "Brebeuf Academy in Detente with the Devil versus How to be Humble in the Month of Pride - BFP014"."

Brebeuf Jesuit Prep in Detente with the Devil versus How to be Humble in the Month of Pride – BFP014

By John B. Manos | June 29, 2019

Two Jesuit-educated alums consider whether the Society of Jesus is marching under “the other standard”, secularization, how to find refuge and thrive in the devil’s world we find ourselves in today.

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The Banishment Of Religion From Public: Dark Victory of the Enlightenment. A burning cathedral with flames and smoke, primarily featuring a Gothic facade with pointed arches and intricate stonework. The sky is cloudy, and the fire illuminates the scene with bright orange and yellow hues. Text overlay in white on a dark background at top of image.

The Banishment Of Religion From Public View: Dark Victory of the Enlightenment

By Frank J. Morriss, J.D. | May 19, 2019

Twenty Years Ago, the Forum warned of the trend to push God aside and deify man – and the social effects sound just like today. Notre Dame is burning indeed! Part III

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A religious painting featuring Jesus and several robed figures, predominantly in earthy tones with gold accents. Text reads: "On Benedict, Francis, and Sin." Depicts Catholic saints and themes of repentance."

On Benedict, Francis, and Sin

By Cindy Paslawski | April 17, 2019

Cindy explains how we got to the mess we find ourselves in, how Benedict explained it, and what the solution to our mess really is.

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A historical scene depicting John the Baptist speaking with King Herod and his court. John is dressed in animal skins, while Herod sits on a throne wearing red robes. A woman, likely Herodias, is seated beside him. The text reads: "If Amoris had governed John the Baptist's talks with Herod... Look, Herod, it’s all dependant on to whom God spoke when he said these things. Just make a small manifestation of desire to change, and follow your conscience!" The scene is rich in colors with detailed historical attire."

Ad Absurdum: Contextualizing John the Baptist for Amoris Laetitia

By John B. Manos | February 26, 2017

At some point in this mess over the consternations on the problematic Amoris Laetitia, it occurred to me that John the Baptist and St. Thomas More have a lot to say about it. There are a lot of voices in the swirl…  well, every voice it seems besides that of Pope Francis. One can make the argument, and…

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Two men in blue academic regalia with gold trim, standing at a podium during a graduation ceremony. One is former President Barack Obama. Graduates in black caps and gowns cheer in the background.

Notre Dame’s Fr. Jenkins Wants to “Dialogue” When He Should Condemn

By wffguest | January 22, 2012

(picture courtesy of the Associated Press) The declining reputation of the flagship Catholic university in the United States continues. Since Rev. John I. Jenkins, C.S.C. cozied up with the most pro-abortion President in United States history two years ago, the University–in the person of her President–has been an open apologist for the leader of a post-Christian…

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