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Within a span of 30 days, the Catholic Church in the United states lost two of her most prominent and respected thinkers.

Beyond portrayal as a means more powerful than words, and beyond the encouragement of virtue and the discouragement of vice, the stage offers practical wisdom.

Speaking in tongues is a public act of communication in a foreign language, not a private act of devotion in a personal language.
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Two young blesseds are beloved for their vibrant faith
Cardinal decries preemptive attacks, urges dialogue
Rues that gov't leaders 'seem to have no conscience'
For first time this year; they number 12.7M members
Says, 'Hope lies in prayer' & prayer 'will win the peace'
Australians passed first such ban, to kick in Dec. 10
Two young blesseds are beloved for their vibrant faith
Cardinal decries preemptive attacks, urges dialogue
Rues that gov't leaders 'seem to have no conscience'
For first time this year; they number 12.7M members
Says, 'Hope lies in prayer' & prayer 'will win the peace'
Australians passed first such ban, to kick in Dec. 10
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Liturgy, Liturgical Rites & Devotions
Liturgy that Speaks to the Soul... Altar Boys: The Problem or the Solution?... Turning Catholics Into a Stiff-Kneed People... and more
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Neoconservatism
Delusions of Grandeur... A Pox On Both Your Houses... What Is a Neoconservative & Does It Matter?... and more
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Vital Works Reconsidered
When No Man Was His Own... A Thomistic Vision of Man’s Final End... Purgatory on Earth... What Is Free Time For?... and more
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Stand up and defend your faith.
Culture is shifting, but you can count on The New Oxford Review for an unwavering Catholic point of view. The message of the Church is easily muddled in today’s increasingly hostile, secular culture. We understand what’s coming at you, and we have articles and resources to help you defend your faith and grow in your understanding of Catholic teachings.
SUBSCRIBEFront & Center

Within a span of 30 days, the Catholic Church in the United states lost two of her most prominent and respected thinkers.

Beyond portrayal as a means more powerful than words, and beyond the encouragement of virtue and the discouragement of vice, the stage offers practical wisdom.

Speaking in tongues is a public act of communication in a foreign language, not a private act of devotion in a personal language.
In The News

Two young blesseds are beloved for their vibrant faith
Cardinal decries preemptive attacks, urges dialogue
Rues that gov't leaders 'seem to have no conscience'
For first time this year; they number 12.7M members
Says, 'Hope lies in prayer' & prayer 'will win the peace'
Australians passed first such ban, to kick in Dec. 10
Two young blesseds are beloved for their vibrant faith
Cardinal decries preemptive attacks, urges dialogue
Rues that gov't leaders 'seem to have no conscience'
For first time this year; they number 12.7M members
Says, 'Hope lies in prayer' & prayer 'will win the peace'
Australians passed first such ban, to kick in Dec. 10

The Narthex
Double Standards for 'Protests'
The House Judiciary Committee voted Tuesday, June 10, to clear a bill (HR 589; linked below) repealing the Freedom of…
READ MORE ON THIS BLOG POSTIn Support of 'Standers'
Do you know what a “stander” is? A “stander” is apparently the left-behind spouse after a divorce who, nevertheless, remains…
READ MORE ON THIS BLOG POSTWhat to Make of the One Big Beautiful Bill
It’s hard to miss the buzz about the Administration’s One Big Beautiful Bill. Not so long ago, we heard about…
READ MORE ON THIS BLOG POSTTopics

Liturgy, Liturgical Rites & Devotions
Liturgy that Speaks to the Soul... Altar Boys: The Problem or the Solution?... Turning Catholics Into a Stiff-Kneed People... and more
VIEW DOSSIER
Neoconservatism
Delusions of Grandeur... A Pox On Both Your Houses... What Is a Neoconservative & Does It Matter?... and more
VIEW DOSSIER
Vital Works Reconsidered
When No Man Was His Own... A Thomistic Vision of Man’s Final End... Purgatory on Earth... What Is Free Time For?... and more
VIEW DOSSIER
Stand up and defend your faith.
Culture is shifting, but you can count on The New Oxford Review for an unwavering Catholic point of view. The message of the Church is easily muddled in today’s increasingly hostile, secular culture. We understand what’s coming at you, and we have articles and resources to help you defend your faith and grow in your understanding of Catholic teachings.
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