Author Archives: Fiat

HERE’S THE FULL SCOOP ON THE MONASTERY RENOVATIONS

Posted on February 16, 2012 by Fiat

Update, Feb. 5, 2013: Hey, Hey! More Pictures are Coming In Update, Jan. 28, See photos by clicking here. 1-23-13  update:  The work, obviously has fallen behind schedule and was not completed as the Sisters had hoped, by autumn.   … Continue reading →

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ANOTHER UPCOMING TLM WITH CANON UEDA

Posted on February 15, 2012 by Fiat

Yes! It’s official!  Father Ueda is coming down to be with us once more to celebrate the TLM.  I believe it will be the first one there in 40+ years! “Where?” “Follow the horse, and he will show you!” Source … Continue reading →

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THEOLOGY OF THE TRADITIONAL LATIN MASS #18

Posted on February 14, 2012 by Fiat

The accomplishment of the Sacrifice is about to begin with the Preface. The silence is broken with the second “word” when the priest asks the faithful to lift up their hearts. However, even though he is calling upon the faithful, … Continue reading →

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A Tribute to Mother Mary Elias, Mexican Carmelite

Posted on February 13, 2012 by Fiat

A small portion of the brief history of the Traverse City foundation of Carmel as written in their flyer publicizing the upcoming renovations: ”Courageous women brought the Carmelite Reform [from Spain] to Mexico in the 1600’s.  Seven U. S. Carmels … Continue reading →

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Letter of Appeal from Bishop Hebda for the Cloistered Carmelites

Posted on February 13, 2012 by Fiat

I recently received a copy of the letter in which the bishop appeals to the generosity of the faithful to help these good Sisters with monetary donations in order to bring their chapel in line with the Holy Father’s more … Continue reading →

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Priests following the lead of Pope

Posted on February 11, 2012 by Fiat

Little by little, we will see the restoration of Holy Communion being given to kneeling communicants, and on the tongue.  It seems that countries in South America are taking the lead. (Then, on to the TLM!) You can see more … Continue reading →

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THEOLOGY OF THE TRADITIONAL LATIN MASS #17

Posted on February 9, 2012 by Fiat

“Orate Fratres”, is the first of the seven “words” which the priest will speak clearly and audibly between now and his Communion. This corresponds to the Seven Last Words spoken by our Lord from the cross, as it is primarily during … Continue reading →

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THEOLOGY OF THE TRADITIONAL LATIN MASS # 16

Posted on February 8, 2012 by Fiat

The washing of the hands is primarily a symbol of the interior purification necessary before offering the sacrifice of the Spotless Lamb. A good and humble priest, conscious of his unworthiness, must feel at this point a certain trepidation, for … Continue reading →

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Traditional Latin Mass at Oratory Prep enlightens

Posted on February 7, 2012 by Fiat

So reads the headline of this story.  Please, click on the picture to go to the source. Meet Father Michael Barone, a priest docile to the desires of our Holy Father.   (I wish he were of our diocese. ) “At … Continue reading →

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Spanish/English Interview with Fr. Rodriquez

Posted on February 6, 2012 by Fiat

Entrevista con el P. Rodriguez  de los e.e.u.u., que han descrito como teniendo el corazón de león.  Hacia el fin de la entrevista, el padre contesta  en español. Fijo este video con la intención de hacer a conocer  a nuestros … Continue reading →

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