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LIVE FOR THE MOMENT
We cannot recapture the good things that happened to us in the past,
And the Spirit of God does not allow us to see fully the things that will happen to us in the future.
Like our ancestors, we must live by faith,
Faith in God, faith in His Church, and faith in ourselves.
Our inner hurts and unseen pains God is always aware of,
So be thankful for the Grace you receive from Him.
Never forget what JESUS and His Mother suffered for us,
Especially when you too are suffering physical and mental pains.
Always remember that even if no one else seems to care,
God is always with us, and will never abandon us or fail to give us His Peace.
So with sorrow, acknowledge and confess your sins,
But do not dwell upon them, for they are immediately forgiven.
Think frequently about the eternal joy and glory that awaits you in Heaven,
And with hope for your future, live for the moment.
---Anonymous
(Posted 6-19-10)
LEAD STORIES WITH COMMENTARY by Vincent T. Bemowski - Webmaster/Editor
Pro-Abortion Obama, Democrats Got 88 Percent of Media Donations in 2008 - "When the mainstream media issues biased news stories on abortion issues, it should come as no surprise to pro-life advocates. That's because a new analysis of campaign donations by media reporters, producers and writers finds 88 percent of them went to pro-abortion candidate Barack Obama in 2008."
Commentary: It is a scientific fact that when a "being" exists in the womb, it is human, no matter what the stage of development. Obama may claim to be a "Christian," but his "opinions" on when life begins do not correspond to what the Lord reveals in the Sacred Scriptures (see: Luke, Chapter 1) or what has been proven through science. Nor does he follow the Constitution and The Declaration of Independence, for it states that we are all created equal, and not born equal.
Therefore Obama and many other Democrats (and some Republicans) give their approval to murder and are unfit to represent our government in any capacity. And those who vote for them are equally guilty, and cannot truly be called "good Americans" or "true believers" in Almighty God and the teachings of His Church.
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Commentary: This is a very anxious time for these people, however, where was the sorrow for their sins after the hurricanes? New Orleans was a morally corrupt city that believed "anything goes" was acceptable, even in the Lord's Eyes. Although there are some good people living there, have the vast majority really changed?
Are people living in other parts of the United States closer to God? Have they done penance for their sins? Are our bishops aware of these sins and requesting we do penance?:
"And there were present, at that very time, some that told him of the Galileans, whose blood Pilate had mingled with their sacrifices. And he (Jesus) answering, said to them: Think you that these Galileans were sinners above all the men of Galilee, because they suffered such things? No, I say to you; but unless you shall do penance, you shall all likewise perish.
Or those eighteen upon whom the tower fell in Siloe, and slew them; think you, that they also were debtors above all the men that dwelt in Jerusalem? No, I say to you; but except you do penance, you shall all likewise perish" (Luke 13:1-5).
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10 Killed In Nashville From Historic Floods - "The Cumberland flooded quickly after the weekend's storms dumped more than 13 inches of rain in Nashville over two days. That nearly doubled the previous record of 6.68 inches of rain that fell in the wake of Hurricane Fredrick in 1979."
"At the end of this century America will be destroyed economically by a series of NATURAL DISASTERS."
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"He who rebels against the Church is a rotten member, and what is done to His Vicar on earth, (the Pope) be it reverence or insult, is done to God in heaven. Think not that God is sleeping over the injuries that have been done to His Spouse" (the Church).
---St. Catherine of Siena
The pope should stand trial - "Why is anyone surprised when Christopher Hitchens and I call for the prosecution of the pope? There is a clear case to answer."
Commentary: There are basically two extreme viewpoints regarding the accusations that the Pope (when he was head of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith), refused to "punish" a certain priest in the Church who was accused, and then proven to sexually abuse a large number of children.
On the one side are those who take pleasure in attacking the spiritual credentials of the Holy Father. This case presents an "ideal" opportunity for them to express their dislike for the Catholic Church. When examining their motives, you can easily see that it is the Church Herself that they object to, and not just a decision made by Pope Benedict XVI (when he was known as Joseph Cardinal Ratzinger). Therefore they delight in using ridicule and slander to convince others that they speak the "truth." However, although truth is found in the Holy Bible, because it makes them feel guilty, they strongly disapprove of the use of the Sacred Scriptures by those who oppose their point of view.
On the other extreme side of this issue are those who in a self-righteous manner, without a proper study of this case, who quickly dismiss the accusations of those who find fault in the Pontiff's decision and declare them to be "bigots." Although they may claim to be "defenders" of the Church, because they lack compassion for the victims of sexual abuse, they do far more harm to the reputation of the Church than they do good.
What is the truth? The truth lies in our conscience, and it is not governed by our emotions, or any guilt, hatred, or erroneous prejudicial teachings originating from our childhood. Only when we come to accept that "Truth," will we be truly free of the things that blind us and prevent us from seeing the truth:
"Then JESUS said to those Jews, who believed him: 'If you continue in my word, you shall be my disciples indeed. And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.' They answered him: 'We are the seed of Abraham, and we have never been slaves to any man; how sayest thou: "you shall be free?"' JESUS answered them: 'Amen, amen I say unto you: that whosoever committeth sin, is the servant of sin. Now the servant abideth not in the house forever; but the son abideth forever. If therefore the son shall make you free, you shall be free indeed'" (John 8: 31-36).
Now we know that it is not justice when the innocent are forced to "prove" their innocence. It is only just when clear and solid evidence convicts a person and finds him or her truly guilty of a crime. For the accused person must be proven guilty, and should not have to prove himself innocent in a "court" of public opinion that is dominated by gossip.
However, if our soul is not free from grave sin or we do not have faith in God, we will lack the Gift of Understanding, and we will not be a just judge of the person being accused of a crime. We will be guided, not by the Holy Spirit, but by our desire for vengeance - a temptation brought on by the devil. Therefore we will fail to understand the intentions of the accused, and through the deadly sin of pride, wish that the severest possible penalty be given to him.
Where do we find the truth? The only "just" answer is found in following the teachings of JESUS, who has revealed:
"I am the way, and the TRUTH, and the life. No man cometh to the Father, but by me" (John 14:6).
Although we must always have compassion for the victims of sexual abuse, the evidence clearly shows Pope Benedict XVI to be innocent. While some are simply misguided, many of his accusers are not aware of all of the facts involved in this case.
Unfortunately, many others, because of their pride, are without question, guilty of ridicule, vengeance, and slander - not only against the Supreme Pontiff, but against the whole Church.
Also see:
Report and comment: "Pope had 'tears in his eyes' as he met with Maltese victims - "One of the eight victims of sexual abuse who met Pope Benedict XVI today in Malta described the encounter as 'very emotional,' saying most of those present were crying, and even the pope had "tears in his eyes." 'I made peace with the church,' said Joseph Magro, one of the victims who met the pope... This was Pope Benedict’s third meeting with victims, after previous encounters in the United States in April 2008 and Australia later that same year."
Sexual Abuse in Social Context: Catholic Clergy and other Professionals - "Special Report by Catholic League for Religious and Civil Rights - February 2004... the incidence of the sexual abuse of a minor is slightly higher among the Protestant clergy than among the Catholic clergy... it is significantly higher among public school teachers than among ministers and priests."
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"This letter contains information that will interest good people, but irritate those who are lukewarm in the practice of their Faith, and they will either ignore it's teachings, or refuse to study them as Bishop Ricken has done."
We know there are exceptions, but this statement has proven to be truthful for many within the Church:
"Don't ever correct a bishop or a priest, for contrary to what they preach from the pulpit, they will never forgive you and become a lifelong enemy."
The following special study will remain a FEATURED commentary because Bishop David L. Ricken of the Green Bay Diocese refuses to study and address the causes of these grave moral issues. Like some bishops who hid the sexual abuse scandals, Bishop Ricken and other bishops, because of their pride, have chosen to hide the grave sins present within their diocese by refusing to address the clear evidence presented to them by this person and others.
Unfortunately, Bishop Ricken has proven himself to be far more guilty since he was directly given many examples of this immorality and chose to ignore the evidence and dismiss it for fear of exposing his lack of spirituality and leadership, as well as that of some previous bishops in the diocese of Green Bay.
But since there are many other spiritually lukewarm souls in the the diocese of Green Bay who do not fear God and are very worldly, he will not be alone in his indifference, but will have many "friends" who will support him.
That is, until he faces the great and severe judgment he will receive from the Lord. Only then will he feel totally alone and experience great fear, but it will be too late.
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The current Democratic Party is the most morally corrupt in the history of political parties in the USA
"The corruption started with President Johnson, and has continued with morally weak leaders like Carter, Clinton, and Obama.
Throughout most of that Party are spiritually insane doctrines such as the right to kill through abortion, the approval of homosexual lifestyles, and “the end justifies the means“ mentality. While it is true that Republicans are also lacking in virtue, they come nowhere near the degree of arrogance, hypocrisy, vengeance, and self-righteousness that exists in the Democratic Party, where true wisdom is practically non-existent."
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