Tag Archives: Dorothy Day

On Being a Catholic Dissident

Posted on July 26, 2023 by richp45198

In reviewing those whom I have viewed as spiritual mentors, I realized that a majority of them would fit the definition of dissident:  “disagreeing especially with an established religious or political system, organization, or belief”. In general there have been … Continue reading →

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Saints Along the Way

Posted on January 17, 2023 by richp45198

I have been thinking lately about saints — individuals whom the Catholic Church has designated as people of great spirituality who are held up to us as role models. When I was young, I viewed them as perfect and, knowing … Continue reading →

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“Why are you still a Catholic?”

Posted on October 2, 2018 by richp45198

The question was posed to me some time ago by a thoughtful spiritual person who had read most of my blogs and books. The question is again in front of me in the face of the Pennsylvania Grand Jury report. … Continue reading →

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On Spiritual Food

Posted on March 9, 2017 by richp45198

I’ve often heard people comment on what happens at their churches with the phrase “I’m not being fed.” I’ve even had that thought myself after dozing through an uninspired sermon. But wait! Am I not responsible for choosing what I … Continue reading →

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On Martyrs: Dorothy Day

Posted on February 11, 2013 by richp45198

I trust that someday soon the Catholic Church will decalre Dorothy Day a saint (even though she did not like being called a saint). Dorothy is a saint to whom I can relate. The first part of Dorothy Day’s life … Continue reading →

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