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Understanding the Real Presence We should always dress in our Sunday best. Why women should veil at holy mass Active participation in the liturgy Practice of receiving the Eucharist on the tongue. Preparing for the Traditional Latin Mass 1. **Latin Language:** The TLM is celebrated predominantly in Latin, offering a unique linguistic experience compared to the vernacular Novus Ordo Mass. 2. **Ad Orientem Orientation:** The priest often faces the altar together with the congregation, fostering a shared focus on God, distinct from the versus populum orientation in many Novus Ordo Masses. 3. **Silence and Contemplation:** Expect more extended periods of silence in the TLM, encouraging personal reflection and contemplation. 4. **Chant and Polyphony:** Gregorian Chant and polyphonic singing are frequently integral to the TLM, adding a distinct musical element. 5. **Liturgical Actions:** The TLM involves intricate liturgical gestures, such as specific postures, genuflections, and ritual movements, contributing to a sense of reverence. 6. **Communion Reception:** Communicants often receive Holy Communion on the tongue while kneeling at the communion rail, offering a traditional practice distinct from standing and receiving in the hand. 7. **Unique Prayers:** Unique prayers, such as the Prayers at the Foot of the Altar, Last Gospel, and various prayers said silently by the priest, characterize the TLM. 8. **Rich Symbolism:** The TLM incorporates profound symbolic gestures and rituals, emphasizing the transcendent nature of the Mass. 9. **Use of Incense:** Incense is frequently used, adding a sensory experience to the worship and symbolizing prayers rising to heaven. 10. **Liturgical Calendar:** The TLM follows the traditional liturgical calendar, which may include distinct feast days and seasons compared to the Novus Ordo. 11. **Different Missals:** Worshippers typically use hand missals in the TLM to follow the prayers and readings, in contrast to participation aids often provided in the Novus Ordo. In nomine Patris, et Filii, et Spiritus Sancti. Amen. 🌟 Uncover the profound meaning behind every liturgical gesture and prayer. Join us on this enlightening journey! 🌟 #RealPresence #EucharistExplained #CatholicFaith #LatinMassJourney Social Media IG: @ffonze Twitter: @AdrianFonze Facebook: Adrian Fonseca YouTube: Adrian Fonseca YouTube: Catholic Conversations

Personally, I love a beautiful, reverent liturgy. It is a source of great love, devotion, and transcendence of the mind and heart to the things of God. But what good is a beautiful Sunday liturgy, what good is the thousands of years of refinement, what good is the most sublime of prayers, if that magnanimity of soul only exists for an hour a two a week. If every other moment of your week is dedicated to the vulgar, what good is beauty? So today I want to help you to recognize the vulgarity of the world and implore you to reject it in favor of a sublime life. In my appeal I do want to emphasize that this is NOT an on and off switch that we can just reject all things vulgar without a special grace from our Lady. I myself fall into many of the habits of the Vulgar World. Living a sublime life is like any virtue, it takes time, the will to change, and repetition. So please do not feel that you are being personally attacked by anything said today, every aspect applies to me as well. Before I finish my introduction I want to give everyone an outline, in hopes it will help you to remember at least some aspects of the talk. First, I want to expose the vulgar-egalitarian revolution for what it is. To show you that it is present in every aspect of our lives. I will be focusing on clothing, language, food, and actions. Much more could be said about movies, books, music, etc. but perhaps for a future date. Second, I will explain what I mean by the sublime life. How is sublimity differentiated from beauty? I will demonstrate that to live a sublime life is to live a divine life, which necessitates being an anti-egalitarian. I will give examples of what this looks like in real life and prove that our exterior life reflects and affects our interior life. Thirdly, and most importantly I will conclude with Our Lady as the exemplar of the sublime life. Finally, as I conclude my introduction with an invocation to Our Lady and to the Angels, that they may lift our minds and hearts to heavenly things and fill us with a desire for the sublime and a hatred for what is vulgar. The attire of the body and the laughter of the teeth and the gait of the man show what he is. (Ecclesiasticus 19:27) Adrian Social Media IG: @ffonze Twitter: @AdrianFonze Facebook: Adrian Fonseca YouTube: Adrian Fonseca YouTube: Catholic Conversations

The goal of Christian Civilization, from a certain point of view, is to create a state of things where everything invites one to the practice of virtue and works against the practice of vice. It is precisely the opposite of modern civilization, where everything invites one to the practice of vice and works against the practice of virtue. -Prof Plino Check out Jeff's wife's women's conference @authenticwoman5 https://restoretradition.com Adrian Social Media IG: @ffonze Twitter: @AdrianFonze Facebook: Adrian Fonseca YouTube: Adrian Fonseca YouTube: Catholic Conversations

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[Video my friends made on why they veil] Why We Wear Veils and Why You Should Too!!!! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7y3fw0_m0gU [Short documentary on veiling that a friend of mine made] The Chapel Veil https://youtu.be/lFqSae_ZwRY The First Epistle of St. Paul to the Corinthians Chapter 11 http://catholicbible.online/side_by_side/NT/1_Cor/ch_11 St. Thomas Commentary on 1 Corinthians 11 https://isidore.co/aquinas/english/SS1Cor.htm#111 THE GREAT BIBLICAL COMMENTARY OF CORNELIUS À LAPIDE http://www.catholicapologetics.info/scripture/newtestament/1stcor11.htm "How clever the Evil one was in convincing our decadent society that wearing a veil indicates some sort of inferiority: purposely ignoring that we paradoxically veil both what is sacred, and what is filthy (it is said in the Bible; “I shall cover their nakedness”) but obviously for radically different reasons. To some, veiling plainly indicates that what is covered is “filthy”, and indeed this is the deplorable puritanical view." By Alice von Hildebrand Adrian Social Media IG: @ffonze Twitter: @AdrianFonze Facebook: Adrian Fonseca YouTube: Adrian Fonseca YouTube: Catholic Conversations

Sound of Freedom, based on the incredible true story, shines a light on even the darkest of places. After rescuing a young boy from ruthless child traffickers, a federal agent learns the boy's sister is still captive and decides to embark on a dangerous mission to save her. With time running out, he quits his job and journeys deep into the Colombian jungle, putting his life on the line to free her from a fate worse than death.—Angel Studios https://www.angel.com/tickets/sound-of-freedom?zip=77052&date=2023-07-06 Adrian Social Media IG: @ffonze Twitter: @AdrianFonze Facebook: Adrian Fonseca YouTube: Adrian Fonseca YouTube: Catholic Conversations

Catholic Drive Time - 877-757-9424 Date – Wednesday, July 5th, 2023 – St. Athanasius the Athonite Athanasius the Athonite, a monk from Trebizond, Turkey, is considered the founder of the monastic community on Mount Athos. Born in the 10th century, Athanasius studied in Constantinople and became a renowned preacher. He sought a more devout life and joined the monks at Mount Kyminas before moving to Mount Athos in Greece. There, he defended the hermits against the Saracens and established the Great Lavra monastery with the help of Nicephoros Phocas, who later became emperor. Athanasius faced opposition from the existing hermits on Mount Athos as he tried to bring order and discipline to their lives. After Nicephoros' death, Athanasius was forced to leave Athos and live in Cyprus. However, with the support of Emperor John Tzimisces, he returned and became the abbot of the Great Lavra, introducing a rule for the monks based on the teachings of Theodore Studites and Basil of Caesarea. Tragically, Athanasius died in an accident when the cupola of his church collapsed. He was glorified as a saint after his death. The life of Athanasius the Athonite teaches us the power of perseverance and devotion in the face of opposition. Despite facing challenges and resistance, he remained steadfast in his mission to establish a disciplined and devout monastic community on Mount Athos. His commitment to his beliefs and his unwavering dedication to God's calling serve as an inspiration for you and I. St. Athanasius the Athonite, pray for us! INTRO – Happy Wednesday When someone uses the OH MY GOD statement. I say Praise be His Holy Name. I dare you to say it. And – at 15 past the hour, were going to talk about the 4th of July and love for our Country Also – at 30 past the hour, we are going to discuss divorce and the danger of celebrity culture Plus – in the next hour, we are going to talk about the precious blood of Jesus. As always – we have the fear and trembling game show with a prize from Adrian Social Media IG: @ffonze Twitter: @AdrianFonze Facebook: Adrian Fonseca YouTube: Adrian Fonseca YouTube: Catholic Conversations Tito Social Media Twitter: @TitoEdwards Visit our website to learn more about us, find a local GRN radio station, a schedule of our programming and so much more. http://grnonline.com/

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Catholic Drive Time - 877-757-9424 Date – Monday, July 3rd 2023 – Pope St. Leo II St. Leo II, whose feast we celebrate on July 3, was a Pope and Confessor who lived in the 7th century. He played a crucial role in defending the Church against heresy and upholding its honor. During his papacy, Pope Leo II approved the Acts of the 6th Ecumenical Council, which condemned the heresy of Monothelism. This heresy denied that Jesus Christ had both a human and a divine will. Pope Leo II courageously confronted the issue and condemned Pope Honorius, his predecessor, who had supported Monothelism. In his condemnation, Pope Leo II expressed that instead of purifying the Church, Pope Honorius had allowed it to be stained by a profane betrayal. The actions of Pope Leo II remind us of the importance of upholding truth and preserving the purity of the Church. He exemplified the responsibility of the Pope to safeguard the faith and protect the Church from falsehoods. Pope Leo II's unwavering commitment to the truth serves as an inspiration for us today. As we face challenges and confront false teachings in our own time, let us invoke the intercession of St. Leo II. May his example encourage us to defend the truth, reject heresy, and remain steadfast in upholding the honor and integrity of the Church. Through his prayers, may we have the strength and courage to stand firm in our faith. Pope St. Leo II, pray for us! INTRO – Happy Monday When someone uses the OH MY GOD statement. I say Praise be His Holy Name. I dare you to say it. And – at 15 past the hour, Is BMI Racist? BMI standards are ‘racist’: American Medical Association Divorce a gift to your kids? Why Tia Mowry says divorce is 'the best gift' she can give to her kids Why J.R.R. Tolkien felt “a heartfelt loathing” towards Walt Disney and his movies Also – at 30 past the hour, SCOTUS shoots down affirmative action case, is this racist? Plus – in the next hour, what lessons can be gleaned from Pope St. Leo II + The Month Dedicated to the Most precious Blood of Jesus As always – we have the fear and trembling game show with a prize from Adrian Social Media IG: @ffonze Twitter: @AdrianFonze Facebook: Adrian Fonseca YouTube: Adrian Fonseca YouTube: Catholic Conversations Tito Social Media Twitter: @TitoEdwards Visit our website to learn more about us, find a local GRN radio station, a schedule of our programming and so much more. http://grnonline.com/

Catholic Drive Time - 877-757-9424 Date – Friday, June 30th - 2023 – Bl. Raymond Lull Ramon Llull, also known as the "Enlightened Doctor," was a native of Majorca, Spain, renowned for his intellect and spiritual depth. Born around 1232, he initially led a worldly life as a troubadour, but his path took a profound turn when he experienced a vision of Christ crucified. This vision inspired him to convert to the Third Order of St. Francis and dedicate his life to the mission of converting Muslims to Christianity. Driven by his mission, Ramon Llull immersed himself in the study of Arabic and Islamic philosophy, and embarked on journeys to North Africa and Asia Minor. Despite his passion and efforts, he failed to gain the support of the Holy See and the crowns of Christendom. Undeterred, he continued his quest for knowledge and recognition. Throughout his travels, he tirelessly studied and wrote on various subjects, including alchemy, chemistry, poetry, and philosophy. Although he had received minimal training in Scholastic theology, Ramon Llull displayed a brilliant theological mind and became known as a profound mystic. Ramon Llull's influence extended beyond his time, and he is considered a predecessor of revered saints such as Teresa of Avila and John of the Cross. It is worth noting that there is a tradition that Ramon Llull met a tragic end, being stoned to death by Muslims in North Africa. His books were translated into Occitan, French, and Castilian during his lifetime. Ramon Llull's life and works demonstrate his unwavering commitment to his mission, his intellectual brilliance, and his profound spiritual insight. His legacy as an enlightened doctor, philosopher, and mystic endures to this day, inspiring scholars, theologians, and seekers of truth. We learn from Bl. Ramon that diversity of culture is good and beautiful when built on the proper foundations of the True faith and directed toward the proper ends. May we pray to Bl Ramon for the grace to embrace our culture under the banner of Christ the King. Bl. Raymond Lull, pray for us! INTRO – Happy Friday When someone uses the OH MY GOD statement. I say Praise be His Holy Name. I dare you to say it. And – at 15 past the hour, Good News in Texas? Property Taxes to be cut? Women Sports Protected. Euthanasia restricted. Also – at 30 past the hour, Dante in 100 days! Why Dante is important and you should read it! Plus – in the next hour, Patriarchy vs Matriarchy As always – we have the fear and trembling game show with a prize from Adrian Social Media IG: @ffonze Twitter: @AdrianFonze Facebook: Adrian Fonseca YouTube: Adrian Fonseca YouTube: Catholic Conversations Tito Social Media Twitter: @TitoEdwards Visit our website to learn more about us, find a local GRN radio station, a schedule of our programming and so much more. http://grnonline.com/

Catholic Drive Time - 877-757-9424 Date – Thursday, June 29th - 2023 – St. Peter and Paul These apostles, chosen by Our Lord Jesus Christ, hold a special place in the hearts of Catholics around the world. Though no longer with us on earth, have not ceased their intercession for the Church. Time has not diminished their power, and from the glory of Heaven, they continue to advocate for the Church and its faithful children. Sadly, the devil has managed to dull the faith of many in recognizing the significant roles that Sts. Peter and Paul play in our lives. We must awaken from this slumber and remember that our Lord chose these two saints to carry on His work and visibly represent Him on earth. St. Ambrose, beautifully describes the apostolic mission of the Church and the unique roles of Sts. Peter and Paul. He compares the Church to a ship, and St. Peter to a fisherman who uses both hook and net. The hook, though it wounds, converts the fish, while the net brings in multitudes. Jesus Himself commanded St. Peter to cast his nets into deep waters, representing the depths of human hearts. And despite Peter's initial discouragement, our Lord insisted, showing us the importance of persevering in our apostolic efforts. St. Paul, too, tirelessly fights for our souls, proclaiming that he shares in our sufferings. Let us strive to live in a way that does not cause unnecessary pain to the Apostles who intercede for us. From Heaven, they continue to nourish and develop the apostolate they began. As we reflect on their lives, we remember that the apostolate of St. Peter and St. Paul faced both challenges and triumphs. Their labor was not in vain, as they converted countless souls and laid the foundation for the Church. Through their examples, we learn humility, perseverance, and the importance of relying on supernatural assistance. Thank you for joining us on this special feast day. Let us remember the intercession of Sts. Peter and Paul and seek their guidance as we continue our journey of faith. May their examples inspire us to persevere in our apostolate and deepen our devotion to the Church. St. Peter and Paul, pray for us! INTRO – Happy Thursday When someone uses the OH MY GOD statement. I say Praise be His Holy Name. I dare you to say it. And – at 15 past the hour, Pope Francis warmly welcomes to the Vatican the blasphemous ‘so called artist’ who put a crucifix into a jar of urine. Also – at 30 past the hour, Tito will update us on the breaking news and stories. At – 43 After the hour - Eduardo Verástegui will be joining us to discuss the new movie sound of freedom Plus – in the next hour, Allan Smith with Bishop Sheen Today will be on to discuss the Declaration of dependence As always – we have the fear and trembling game show with a prize from Adrian Social Media IG: @ffonze Twitter: @AdrianFonze Facebook: Adrian Fonseca YouTube: Adrian Fonseca YouTube: Catholic Conversations Tito Social Media Twitter: @TitoEdwards Visit our website to learn more about us, find a local GRN radio station, a schedule of our programming and so much more. http://grnonline.com/

Catholic Drive Time - 877-757-9424 Date – Wednesday, June 28th - 2023 – St. William of Vercelli St. William of Vercelli, a nobleman born in 1085 in Vercelli, Italy, had a deep longing to renounce the world and live as a hermit. At a young age, he built a hermitage at Monte Vergine, where his sanctity and miracles attracted numerous disciples. A community formed around him, and a church dedicated to Our Lady was erected on the site. An extraordinary phenomenon was observed at the Monte Vergine monastery. According to the rule, the monks were forbidden to consume meat, eggs, milk, or cheese. Whenever someone attempted to bring forbidden food into the monastery, storm clouds would appear in the sky, and lightning would destroy the illicit items. These events, which demonstrated God's desire for the traditions of penance and austerity upheld by St. William, highlight the beautiful harmony and contrasts of the Middle Ages. The Catholic Church, in that era, not only fostered intellectual pursuits but also emphasized manual labor and encouraged both active and contemplative lives. Upon St. William's death on June 25, 1142., his institution ceased to exist, and the monastery was handed over to the Benedictines of Monte Cassino. In reverence to St. William, these Benedictine monks adopted the white habit of his order, displaying their love for tradition and their hope for the restoration of the Order of St. William. From St. William's life, we can draw inspiration. We can emulate his unwavering trust in Divine Providence, even when he was excluded from his own order. And we can aspire to possess the same wisdom and humility he exhibited while advising the King of Naples. St. William of Vercelli, pray for us! INTRO – Happy Wednesday When someone uses the OH MY GOD statement. I say Praise be His Holy Name. I dare you to say it. And – at 15 past the hour, Business hires a fake priest to hear the confessions of employees to spy on them | Knights of Columbus to host Mass in Masonic Auditorium at International Peace Garden | California's 'Price Gouging' Law Goes Into Effect Also – at 30 past the hour, Judge Thapar on to discuss Clarence Thomas Plus – in the next hour, Adam Blai is on to discuss the occult in popular culture As always – we have the fear and trembling game show with a prize from Adrian Social Media IG: @ffonze Twitter: @AdrianFonze Facebook: Adrian Fonseca YouTube: Adrian Fonseca YouTube: Catholic Conversations Tito Social Media Twitter: @TitoEdwards Visit our website to learn more about us, find a local GRN radio station, a schedule of our programming and so much more. http://grnonline.com/

Catholic Drive Time - 877-757-9424 Date – Tuesday, June 27th - 2023 – Our Lady of Perpetual Help The devotion to Our Lady of Perpetual Help originated on the Island of Crete and was popularized by the Redemptorist priests. The iconic image associated with this devotion reflects Byzantine influence and is laden with symbolism. The painting features a gold background, a characteristic often used in the art of the Eastern Roman Empire. It represents the glory of Our Lady as Queen of Heaven. She is depicted wearing a deep blue mantle, symbolizing her motherhood, while the red tunic beneath represents her virginity. This combination emphasizes her dual role as both Mother and Virgin. In the painting, Our Lady holds the Child Jesus with great intimacy and affection. The artist portrays her as a mother who intimately knows her Son, and her gaze conveys deep respect and veneration. The Child Jesus, although appearing older than a baby, symbolizes his dependence on his mother through the way his hands are held by hers. This gesture signifies the power of Our Lady's prayer and her ability to guide and protect him. Two angels in the painting present the instruments of the Passion to the Child Jesus, foreshadowing his future suffering and redemption of humanity. The sandal hanging from the Child's foot by a single string represents the sinner who remains connected to Christ through devotion to Our Lady. The Greek initials in the painting represent "Mother of God," "St. Michael the Archangel," "St. Gabriel the Archangel," and "Jesus Christ," highlighting the divine significance of the figures depicted. While the painting may have some artistic imperfections, its true value lies in the symbolism it conveys. It invites contemplation and discovery of its rich layers of meaning. As devotees of Our Lady of Perpetual Help, we are encouraged to seek her perpetual help and mercy in our lives. She is depicted as the Star of the Sea, guiding us towards Heaven. Through our prayers and devotion to her, we can experience her unflagging mercy and assistance, knowing that she is always there to help us in every situation. Let us turn to Our Lady of Perpetual Help, entrusting ourselves to her care and intercession, confident in her perpetual help and unwavering love for us. Our Lady of Perpetual Help, pray for us! INTRO – Happy Tuesday When someone uses the OH MY GOD statement. I say Praise be His Holy Name. I dare you to say it. And – at 15 past the hour, Gov. Kathy Hochul Declares New York a Sanctuary State For ‘Trans Kids’ | First ‘Openly Transgender’ State Lawmaker Arrested on Child Porn Charges Also – at 30 past the hour, Vatican denies Summorum Pontificum pilgrimage permission to say Latin Mass in St. Peter’s | Catholic Church Set Ablaze on Dobbs Anniversary in Orlando, Florida | Catholicism in France Could Soon Become a Minority but a More Traditional One, Experts Claim Plus – in the next hour, Adam Blai will be on to discuss manifesting and the occult in Hollywood As always – we have the fear and trembling game show with a prize from Adrian Social Media IG: @ffonze Twitter: @AdrianFonze Facebook: Adrian Fonseca YouTube: Adrian Fonseca YouTube: Catholic Conversations Tito Social Media Twitter: @TitoEdwards Visit our website to learn more about us, find a local GRN radio station, a schedule of our programming and so much more. http://grnonline.com/

Witnesses confirmed to CatholicVote that the apostolic visitation is being led by Bishop Dennis J. Sullivan of Camden, New Jersey, and Gerald Frederick Kicanas, retired bishop of Tucson, Arizona, and former Auxiliary Bishop of Chicago, Illinois. Both bishops, accompanied by two priest experts in canon law from out of town, interviewed the witnesses about what they know regarding the personal life and pastoral activities of Bishop Strickland. The interviews took place “under confidentiality” at a Holiday Inn in downtown Tyler, and according to the witnesses, they were requested to sign non-disclosure agreements; something unusual in a canonical process. The apostolic visitation was requested by the new prefect of the Dicastery of Bishops, Archbishop Robert Francis Prevost. Prevost, a Chicago native and member of the order of St. Augustine, served as a missionary in Peru. On September 26, 2015, Pope Francis appointed him bishop of Chiclayo (Northern Peru.) On November 21, 2020, Francis appointed Prevost as a member of the Congregation for the Bishops upon the recommendation of Cardinal Blase Cupich of Chicago. On January 30, 2023, Francis appointed Prevost as prefect of the Dicastery for Bishops, effective April 12. Prevost is slated to become the next U.S. cardinal in the upcoming consistory. Please allow me to clarify regarding, “Patrick Coffin has challenged the authenticity of the Pope Francis.” If this is accurate I disagree, I believe Pope Francis is the Pope but it is time for me to say that I reject his program of undermining the Deposit of Faith. Follow Jesus. -Strickland Tweet the “questions focused on Strickland’s administrative leadership in the diocese, rather than on his outsized social media personality.” The priest told them, “It was not even primarily about his ‘rants’ about Pope Francis,” saying that it focused mainly on governance issues. Acknowledging the bishop’s penchant for controversy, one source close to Strickland told The Pillar that the bishop is confident about the visitation. “The bishop doesn’t want to make too big of a deal of it,” the source said. “He’s got vocations, the diocese is doing well financially, so by all the numbers, he’s doing very well.” “He’s not trying to make too big a deal of it,” the source added. But a priest who was questioned during the visitation said that interviewers “were already asking questions about who might be a good fit to replace [Strickland].” “The questions really focused on years of governance issues, which have had us priests concerned. We had two finance officers removed before their five year terms were expired, and that’s not typical at all.” Currently, 21 men are in priestly formation for the territory of only 55,000 Catholics, a rate of seminarians-per-Catholic considerably higher than most other U.S. dioceses. The diocese is also reportedly in good financial shape, exemplified in part by the its ability to raise 99% of its $2.3 million goal for the 2021 bishop’s appeal six months ahead of schedule. Strickland has been critical of Pope Francis, and was during the coronavirus pandemic outspoken in his criticism of the Holy See’s approach to vaccines, urging a more stringent position than the Vatican’s on ethical questions surrounding vaccine testing and embryonic cell lines. Strickland has been providing refuge to an exclaustrated French nun, the former Mother Marie Ferréol, who was expelled from religious life by Pope Francis in 2021 after thirty-four years with the Dominican Sisters of the Holy Spirit in Pontcallec in Brittany. Among the bishop’s stances have been urging Pope Francis to deny Holy Communion to former U.S. Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi over her support of legal abortion, accusing the Pope of a “program of undermining the Deposit of Faith,” and condemning pro-homosexuality “blasphemy” from Jesuit Father James Martin. Bp. Strickland “ran to LA right from the bishops’ conference. He’s the bishop from Tyler, who went to LA; the bishop from LA would not do a procession,” says LifeSiteNews co-founder and editor-in-chief John-Henry Westen. “Other bishops probably didn’t want him to go. You can imagine what they might have said to him at the bishops’ conference yet he went anyway. He went to defend the faith from utter, utter sacrilege, from the most disgusting anti-Catholic hate group in America.” "To be persecuted for speaking truth is an honor every Christian should be willing to embrace. It is walking with Jesus Christ who is Truth Incarnate. If we know Jesus it is easier to speak His Truth no matter what forces oppose us. The opposition is temporary, Jesus is forever." - +Strickland 24 hours ago via twitter Adrian Social Media IG: @ffonze Twitter: @AdrianFonze Facebook: Adrian Fonseca YouTube: Adrian Fonseca YouTube: Catholic Conversations

The Gospel of the Day – Mt 7,1-5 1 Do not judge others, or you yourselves will be judged. 2 As you have judged, so you will be judged, by the same rule; award shall be made you as you have made award, in the same measure. 3 How is it that thou canst see the speck of dust which is in thy brother’s eye, and art not aware of the beam which is in thy own? 4 By what right wilt thou say to thy brother, Wait, let me rid thy eye of that speck, when there is a beam all the while in thy own? 5 Thou hypocrite, take the beam out of thy own eye first, and so thou shalt have clear sight to rid thy brother’s of the speck. Commentary on the Gospel: Judge not, rashly and malignantly, that ye, &c. Christ does not here prohibit the public judgments of magistrates, by which they condemn the guilty and absolve the innocent, for this is necessary in all commonwealths, but only private judgments, and that when they are rash, envious, detractive, for they are repugnant to charity and justice, yea to God Himself, whose office of judgment is usurped. For we have not been set to be judges but companions of our neighbours. Wherefore if we have an evil opinion of him we do him an injury. And we take away his good fame if we let this judgment go abroad; for reputation is a great good, greater far than riches. So S. Jerome, Bede, and Basil. The Gloss says, “There is scarcely any one who is found to be free from this fault.” Hear S. Augustine (102 Serm. de Temp.): “Concerning those things, then, which are known to God, unknown to us, we judge our neighbours at our peril. Of this the Lord hath said, Judge not. But concerning things which are open and public evils, we may and ought to judge and rebuke, but still with charity and love, hating not the man, but the sin, detesting not the sick man, but the disease. For unless the open adulterer, thief, habitual drunkard, traitor, were judged and punished, that would be fulfilled which the blessed martyr Cyprian hath said, ‘He who soothes a sinner with flattering words, administers fuel to his sin.’” S. Anthony gives the cause of perverseness in rash judgment, when he says, “We are often deceived as to the motives of actions. The judgment of God, who sees all things, is another thing from ours. But it is right that we should suffer one with another, and bear one another’s burdens.” So S. Athanasius, in his Life. That ye be not judged, i.e., neither by men nor God. Ye will escape very many unjust judgments of others, or, anyhow, ye will not experience the severe judgment of God. Hear S. Augustine: “The temerity wherewith thou dost punish another will punish thyself. Injustice always injures him who does the wrong.” Leontius, Bishop of Cyprus, in his Life of S. John the Almoner, c. 35, relates that Vitalius, who converted many harlots, was slapped on the face, and judged to be a fornicator, by a certain person; but this judge was in turn slapped on the face by the devil, and possessed by him, and could only be delivered by coming as a suppliant to the cell of Vitalius, who was dead. When he came thither, there was found written on the pavement, by the hand of God, “0 ye men of Alexandria, judge not before the time until the Lord shall come.” Wisely saith S. Bernard (Serm. 40 in Cant.), “Make an excuse for the intention with which a thing is done, when you cannot excuse the thing itself; set it down, if possible, to ignorance, inadvertence.” For with what judgment, &c. Says S. Chrysostom, “In what way thine own sins shall be examined, thou hast thyself provided a rule, by judging severely the things in which thy neighbour has offended, for ‘judgment without mercy shall be awarded to him who has shown no mercy,’ says S. James” (ii. 13). Adrian Social Media IG: @ffonze Twitter: @AdrianFonze Facebook: Adrian Fonseca YouTube: Adrian Fonseca YouTube: Catholic Conversations

Catholic Drive Time - 877-757-9424 Date – Monday, June 26th - 2023 – St. Anne INTRO – Happy Monday When someone uses the OH MY GOD statement. I say Praise be His Holy Name. I dare you to say it. And – at 15 past the hour, Bishop Strickland receives an apostolic visitation Also – at 30 past the hour, Matt Gaspers with Catholic Family News is on to discuss the document coming out of the Synod of Synodality https://catholicfamilynews.com/blog/2022/01/20/the-synod-on-synodality-implementing-the-ecclesiology-of-vatican-ii https://catholicfamilynews.com/blog/2023/01/25/continuous-aggiornamento-synod-seeks-to-preserve-precious-legacy-of-vatican-ii https://twitter.com/MattGaspers/status/1671633710612115456 https://twitter.com/MattGaspers/status/1672322648834191361 Plus – in the next hour, we will discuss my encounter with some former Catholics this weekend. As always – we have the fear and trembling game show with a prize from Prayer to the Sacred Heart MY LOVING Jesus! out of the grateful love I bear Thee, and as a reparation for all my unfaithfulness, I give Thee my heart and I consecrate myself wholly to Thee, and with Thy aid, I purpose never to sin again. V/. Heart of Jesus, burning with love for us, R/. Inflame our hearts with love of Thee. Let us pray. LORD, we beseech Thee, let Thy Holy Spirit kindle in our hearts that fire of charity which our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, sent forth from His inmost Heart upon this earth, and willed that it should burn with vehemence. Who liveth and reigneth with Thee, in the unity of the same Holy Spirit, God, forever and ever. Amen. Join Email list! GRNonline.com/CDT GRN to 42828 The Gospel of the Day – Mt 7,1-5 1 Do not judge others, or you yourselves will be judged. 2 As you have judged, so you will be judged, by the same rule; award shall be made you as you have made award, in the same measure. 3 How is it that thou canst see the speck of dust which is in thy brother’s eye, and art not aware of the beam which is in thy own? 4 By what right wilt thou say to thy brother, Wait, let me rid thy eye of that speck, when there is a beam all the while in thy own? 5 Thou hypocrite, take the beam out of thy own eye first, and so thou shalt have clear sight to rid thy brother’s of the speck. Adrian Social Media IG: @ffonze Twitter: @AdrianFonze Facebook: Adrian Fonseca YouTube: Adrian Fonseca YouTube: Catholic Conversations

Discover the profound significance of the Feast of the Ascension of Our Lord Jesus Christ, celebrated forty days after Easter. Dive into the biblical account where Jesus, accompanied by His Apostles, ascended to Mount Olivet, predicting the arrival of the Holy Spirit and commissioning His disciples to spread His teachings to the ends of the earth. Witness His miraculous departure as He was lifted up before their eyes, disappearing into the clouds The Meaning and Customs of Ascension Thursday Sacred liturgy and liturgical arts. Liturgical history and theology. The movements for the Usus Antiquior and Reform of the Reform. https://www.newliturgicalmovement.org/2022/05/the-meaning-and-customs-of-ascension.html The Meaning and Customs of Ascension Thursday Sacred liturgy and liturgical arts. Liturgical history and theology. The movements for the Usus Antiquior and Reform of the Reform. https://www.newliturgicalmovement.org/2022/05/the-meaning-and-customs-of-ascension.html Ascension Thursday is one of six holy days of obligation (not counting all Sundays) in the United States, although most dioceses have now transferred it to the following Sunday. Canon Law has relegated the holy days to local bishops or provincial synodal decision. There are actually, as of 1993, only seven states in the U.S. that still celebrate the Ascension on Thursday rather than the following Sunday. I was surprised to find that Hawaii and Canada have only two holy days of obligation, Christmas and the Immaculate Conception for the former, and Christmas and the solemnity of the Mother of God (January 1) for the latter. https://catholicism.org/ascension-thursday.html St. Vincent Ferrer, O.P. – Sermon on the Ascension https://www.svfsermons.org/B189_Ascension.htm Adrian Social Media IG: @ffonze Twitter: @AdrianFonze Facebook: Adrian Fonseca YouTube: Adrian Fonseca YouTube: Catholic Conversations

In this thought-provoking segment, we delve into a series of questions that challenge some aspects of Catholic doctrine in light of recent events. Addressing topics such as canonizations, infallible papal acts, the Coptic Orthodox Church, and the implications for Catholic beliefs, we explore the complexities and potential theological shifts. We'll be taking a closer look at Pope Francis' decision to add the Coptic Orthodox martyrs to the Catholic Church's official list of saints. It's a move that raises some eyebrow-raising questions about ecumenism, Vatican II, and even the concept of Extra Ecclesiam Nulla Salus (EENS). It's a lot to digest, but we'll break it down in a casual and engaging way, bringing you up to speed on the ongoing discussions within Catholic theology. Adrian Social Media IG: @ffonze Twitter: @AdrianFonze Facebook: Adrian Fonseca YouTube: Adrian Fonseca YouTube: Catholic Conversations

Devotion to Mary as Model of Penance Intro Catch up on Lent Scripture 25 Now there stood by the cross of Jesus, his mother, and his mother’s sister, Mary of Cleophas, and Mary Magdalen. 26 When Jesus therefore had seen his mother and the disciple standing whom he loved, he saith to his mother: Woman, behold thy son. 27 After that, he saith to the disciple: Behold thy mother. And from that hour, the disciple took her to his own. prayer Car accident had too much to drink, texting and driving and blasting music you strike a car killing a young man the only son of an infertile mother. If you are a man of any sort of conscious the moment of your freedom from prison you would fling your self to the feet of that mother and beg her forgiveness. For who could not look at that woman and not weep at what she lost. How much more you who took her son from her. Now this becomes even worse when we realize that our lady is not someone elses mother for she is the mother of God and our mother Have you ever gravely offended your siblings and you get chastised by your mother and you apologize to your mother for your behavior yet your mother says don’t apologize to me apologize to your brother. Here we have a right instinct to apologize to your mother for to offend her children is to offend the parents. Yet the mother’s response is also right, for the terminus of the apology should be with the directly grieved party. So thus with our lady who takes all we have and directs us back to her son. Model of confession: After sinning repent to her as the son does who offends his brother She will direct you to the confessional After coming out of the confessional fall to your knees and repent as the drunk driver does to the mother of the son you killed One more story, the mother who forgive her sons murderer If this can be true of a natural virtue how much more is she who is all virtue Prayer to our lady of sorrows Scripture 28 He also took him into his arms, and blessed God, and said: 29 Now thou dost dismiss thy servant, O Lord, according to thy word in peace; 30 Because my eyes have seen thy salvation, 31 Which thou hast prepared before the face of all peoples: 32 A light to the revelation of the Gentiles, and the glory of thy people Israel. 33 And his father and mother were wondering at those things which were spoken concerning him. 34 And Simeon blessed them, and said to Mary his mother: Behold this child is set for the fall, and for the resurrection of many in Israel, and for a sign which shall be contradicted; 35 And thy own soul a sword shall pierce, that, out of many hearts, thoughts may be revealed. Adrian Social Media IG: @ffonze Twitter: @AdrianFonze Facebook: Adrian Fonseca YouTube: Adrian Fonseca YouTube: Catholic Conversations

Responding to the following Tweet: Catholicism is NOT Biblical. Here are 14 reasons why. 🧵 Let me clarify: I don’t hate Catholic people. My reason for posting this is to bring the truth to light and set people free from this false gospel. Catholicism is the largest denomination in the world, yet not true to the Bible. Global estimates suggest there are approximately 1.2 billion Catholics in the world. Let’s all remember that Satan is the father of lies and his #1 weapon against us is deception. He twists the truth, has created false gospels/doctrines and deceived many into following a ‘religion’ but never having a personal relationship with Jesus. Satan is not anti-religion, he is anti-Christ and although Catholics claim to love Jesus, their beliefs and gospel are simply unbiblical. Catholicism vs. Biblical Christianity Adrian Social Media IG: @ffonze Twitter: @AdrianFonze Facebook: Adrian Fonseca YouTube: Adrian Fonseca YouTube: Catholic Conversations

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Stations of the Cross is an ancient prayer of the Church that can provide you with many graces. (Originally released MARCH 02, 2020) Listen and meditate with Ven. Fulton Sheen and Saint Alphonsus Liguori on the Stations of the Cross Minute 26 starts the Meditation Mediation from Fulton Sheen https://catholicsaints.info/the-way-of-the-cross-by-venerable-fulton-john-sheen/ Saint Alphonsus Liguori https://sophiainstituteforteachers.org/uploads/lessons_approved/GR1S19TraditionalStationsoftheCross.pdf Stabat Mater Dolorosa https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sbej1UO2mf8&t=233s Intro 0:00 Origins of Stations of the Cross 1:10 Stations of the Cross Meditation by Alphonsus Ligurioi and Fulton Sheen 26:54 Contact Me: Email: FonsecaProduction@gmail.com Adrian Social Media IG: @ffonze Twitter: @AdrianFonze Facebook: Adrian Fonseca YouTube: Adrian Fonseca YouTube: Catholic Conversations

Welcome to Catholic Conversations. Here are the claims we will be addressing in today's video. __________________________________________________________________________________________ Claim: The Catholic Church changed worship to Sunday to worship the sun god. Response: A large bulk of the video will be dedicated to this question, I did make a video recently about what counts as working on Sunday, you can find that here, https://youtu.be/gkXiYFsfAr4 __________________________________________________________________________________________ Adrian Social Media IG: @ffonze Twitter: @AdrianFonze Facebook: Adrian Fonseca YouTube: Adrian Fonseca YouTube: Catholic Conversations

Welcome to Catholic Conversations. Here are the claims we will be addressing in today's video. Claim: The Catholic Church was created by Constantnie in 325 (according to Ellen White) __________________________________________________________________________________________ Claim: The pope calls himself the God on Earth. In reality the Pope is the devil on earth. The pope is the anti-Christ. That we call the Pope, Lord God the Pope. Response: Will address in the video but just in case you want more information check out Here's part 1 of a two part series I am making on filial love and devotion to the papacy. https://youtube.com/live/3WBORau4x64 Part 2 will be on the recognize and resist against the papacy when there is error and problems __________________________________________________________________________________________ Claim: Catholics make the BVM into a goddess. Response: I have many videos covering Catholic devotion to Mary, will discuss briefly but here is a playlist of all my videos on Mary https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLU8YAtUl1EfBgNG5mBKXCoyqS-uyS5mMp __________________________________________________________________________________________ Claim: Hell was invented by the Catholic Church -Ellen white Response: __________________________________________________________________________________________ Claim: Faith was transferred from Christ, the true foundation, to the pope of Rome. They were taught that the pope was their earthly mediator and nobody could approach God except through him. They were taught not only to look to the pope as their mediator, but to trust their own works in order to atone for their sins. Response: For a more in depth response see my debate on salvation https://youtu.be/Jy22GnqpYdY and my long form lecture on salvation https://youtu.be/682u25HsCuA __________________________________________________________________________________________ Claims: Catholics killed everyone who disagreed with them. __________________________________________________________________________________________ Claim: Popery had become the world’s deposit in the 13th century…The holy Scriptures were almost unknown, not only the the people but also the the priest. Like the Pharisees of old, the papist leaders hated the light which would reveal their sins. …for centuries Europe had made no progress in learning, arts, or civilization. A moral and intellectual paralysis had fallen on Christendom with no progress in learning, arts, or civilization. __________________________________________________________________________________________ Claim: Papist priest pretended, by their senseless mummery, to convert the simple Bread and Wine into the actual body and blood of Christ. With Blasphemous presumption, they openly claim of creating God, the creator of all things. Response: So much could be said here I will address scripture arguments but more info can be found in these videos I've made https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLU8YAtUl1EfAxXDVIAd-HHIuiC16UnOZd __________________________________________________________________________________________ Claim: The Catholic Church promulgated indulgences which gave a full remission of sin, past, present, and future, and released from all Pains of penalties incurred for those who promised to enlist in the pontiff’s wars to extend his temporal Dominion or…to exterminate those who dare deny his spiritual Supremacy. __________________________________________________________________________________________ Claim: The Catholic Church changed worship to Sunday to worship the sun god. Response: A large bulk of the video will be dedicated to this question, I did make a video recently about what counts as working on Sunday, you can find that here, https://youtu.be/gkXiYFsfAr4 __________________________________________________________________________________________ Adrian Social Media IG: @ffonze Twitter: @AdrianFonze Facebook: Adrian Fonseca YouTube: Adrian Fonseca YouTube: Catholic Conversations

Welcome to Catholic Conversations. We are going to try a couple live commentary shows. Today we are going to discuss Blessed Mary Celeste Crostarosa: Mystic and Foundress and what we can learn from her about how to fight the enlightenment ideas with Ryan Grant. Maybe you heard that country singer Jessie James Decker is trying to get her husband former NFL player Eric Decker to get a Vasectomy. Finally we will look at how we can stop losing, and start winning with lessons from St. Paul. Adrian Social Media IG: @ffonze Twitter: @AdrianFonze Facebook: Adrian Fonseca YouTube: Adrian Fonseca YouTube: Catholic Conversations