Defending the Pope from Relentless Right-Wing Dissent and Attacks: An Interview with Mike Lewis

Mike Lewis is the founding editor of Where Peter Is, a site dedicated to defending Catholic teaching and the pope from the myriad attacks launched by Pope Francis’ fiercest critics. Millennial editor Robert Christian recently interviewed him on the site, its aims, and the nature and prevalence of right-wing dissent in the US Church. Why… Read More Defending the Pope from Relentless Right-Wing Dissent and Attacks: An Interview with Mike Lewis

Quote of the Day

Pope Francis: “It is striking that the Lord spent most of his time on Earth living an ordinary life, without standing out. It is a beautiful message that reveals the greatness of daily life, the importance in God’s eyes of every gesture and moment of life, even the most simple.”

Pope Calls for Safeguarding Democratic Values in Wake of Capitol Attack

via the AP: “Nothing is gained with violence and so much is lost,” he said. “I exhort the authorities of the state and the entire population to maintain a high sense of responsibility with the aim of calming souls, promoting national reconciliation and safeguarding the democratic values rooted in American society,” Francis said. He then… Read More Pope Calls for Safeguarding Democratic Values in Wake of Capitol Attack

Insurrectionist Mob Invades the Capitol as Trump Lies About Election Results

the Washington Post reports: A day that began with thousands of President Trump’s supporters in Washington for demonstrations turned violent as many in attendance saw Wednesday as a last stand for Trump because Congress was set to confirm that President-elect Joe Biden won the election. Trump — who lost the popular and electoral college vote… Read More Insurrectionist Mob Invades the Capitol as Trump Lies About Election Results

What Is Going On At EWTN?

Christopher White reports: The Eternal Word Television Network, one of the Catholic Church’s largest media enterprises, is entering 2021 under a cloud of uncertainty with a slate of departures, some forced and others voluntary, among its radio and television hosts and news editors. The changes at EWTN come at a time when the company is… Read More What Is Going On At EWTN?