21 April 2026
Traditional Catholic Evening Prayers in English | April
Breaking: SSPX Announcement of New Bishops Confirmed for June
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From Rorate Cæli
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Don Davide Pagliarani (Source: The Fatima Center)
Via the most reliable of sources, confirming agreement by both Don Davide Pagliarani, Superior General of the Priestly Society of Saint Pius X (SSPX), and Father Fullerton, District Superior for the US, the names of the new bishops to be consecrated for the Society on July 1st at Écône will be announced in June.
The Next Operation To Politically Manipulate Catholics Has Launched
The media and left-wing politicians want you to think Donald Trump has declared war on the Catholic Church. So do some fake traditional Catholic commentators.
Summa Contra Gentiles Book I: God is the Supreme Good
Saint Thomas Aquinas (1225 – 7 March 1274), was a Doctor of the Church, Philosopher, Theologian, Jurist, Dominican Friar, and Priest. Known as Doctor Angelicus "Angelic Doctor," and the Doctor Communis "Universal Doctor" his writings serve as a defense and proof of the validity of Christ's authority over all. The Summa contra Gentiles (also known as Liber de veritate catholicae fidei contra errores infidelium, "Book on the truth of the Catholic faith against the errors of the unbelievers"). The Summa contra Gentiles consists of four books. The structure of Saint Thomas's work is designed to proceed from general philosophical arguments for monotheism, to which Muslims and Jews are likely to consent even within their own respective religious traditions, before progressing to the discussion of specifically Christian doctrine.
Book I begins with general questions of truth and natural reason, and from chapter 10 investigates the concept of a monotheistic God. Chapters 10 to 13 are concerned with the existence of God, followed by a detailed investigation of God's properties (chapters 14 to 102). When demonstrating a Truth about God which can be known through reason, St. Thomas gives multiple arguments, each proving the same Truth in a different way.
Whether you are a history enthusiast, a student of religion, or simply curious about the impact of the Roman Catholic Church on the world, this playlist is designed to provide an informative and engaging journey through its captivating past. Subscribe to the Contemplating History channel for more educational content and immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of history.
Former Google VP: AI and Why He's Catholic!
In this episode of the Cy Kellett show, Cy sits down with Vic Gundotra, Former VP of Social, Google.
The Life of His Majesty The Emperor Pedro II of Brazil ~ (1825– 1891)
From The Romanian Monarchist
Dom Pedro II (Pedro de Alcântara João Carlos Leopoldo Salvador Bibiano Francisco Xavier de Paula Leocádio Miguel Gabriel Rafael Gonzaga; 2 December 1825 – 5 December 1891), nicknamed the Magnanimous (Portuguese: O Magnânimo), was the second and last monarch of the Empire of Brazil, reigning for over 58 years.
Pedro II was born in Rio de Janeiro, the seventh child of Emperor Dom Pedro I of Brazil and Empress Dona Maria Leopoldina and thus a member of the Brazilian branch of the House of Braganza (Portuguese: Bragança). His father's abrupt abdication and departure to Europe in 1831 left the five-year-old as emperor and led to a lonely childhood and adolescence, obliged to spend his time studying in preparation for rule. His experiences with court intrigues and political disputes during this period greatly affected his later character; he grew into a man with a strong sense of duty and devotion toward his country and his people, yet increasingly resentful of his role as monarch.+**+
Pedro II inherited an empire on the verge of disintegration, but he turned Brazil into an emerging power in the international arena. The nation grew to be distinguished from its Hispanic neighbours on account of its political stability, freedom of speech, respect for civil rights, vibrant economic growth, and form of government—a functional representative parliamentary monarchy. Brazil was also victorious in the Platine War, the Uruguayan War, and the Paraguayan War, as well as prevailing in several other international disputes and domestic tensions. Pedro II pushed through the abolition of slavery despite opposition from powerful political and economic interests. The Emperor established a reputation as a vigorous sponsor of learning, culture, and the sciences, and he won the respect and admiration of intellectuals such as Charles Darwin, Victor Hugo, and Friedrich Nietzsche. He was a friend to Richard Wagner, Louis Pasteur, and Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, among others.
The Emperor was overthrown in a sudden coup d'état that had almost no support outside a clique of military leaders who desired a form of republic headed by a dictator. Pedro II had become weary of emperorship and despaired over the monarchy's future prospects, despite its overwhelming popular support. He did not allow his ouster to be opposed and did not support any attempt to restore the monarchy. He spent the last two years of his life in exile in Europe, living alone on very little money.
The reign of Pedro II ended while he was highly regarded by the people and at the pinnacle of his popularity, and some of his accomplishments were reversed as Brazil slipped into a long period of weak governments, dictatorships, and constitutional and economic crises. The men who had exiled him soon began to see in him a model for the Brazilian Republic. A few decades after his death, his reputation was restored and his remains were returned to Brazil with celebrations nationwide. Historians have regarded the Emperor positively and several have ranked him as the greatest Brazilian.
What's Wrong With St. Thomas Aquinas' First Proof for the Existence of God?
With Fr Philip-Neri Reese, OP, LPhil, MDiv, STB, Professor of Philosophy, the Angelicum.
Prayer to Your Guardian Angel
We all know this prayer, but how many of us know that it is often attributed to St Anselm, an 11th-century monk, whose Feast is today?
From Aleteia
From Aleteia
By Philip Kosloski
Here are the words of the traditional prayer to your Guardian Angel.Among the many prayers taught by Catholic parents to their children is the prayer to your Guardian Angel. It is a prayer often linked to St. Anselm of Canterbury, a Benedictine monk who lived during the 11th century, but may have been composed by a different monk around the same time.
Here are the words to the prayer to your Guardian Angel.
Angel of God,
Amen.
my guardian dear,
To whom God's love
commits me here,
Ever this day (night),
be at my side,
To light and guard,
To rule and guide.
Inside the 12 London Guilds That Controlled Medieval Life
From Chronicle – Medieval History Documentaries
Whilst the majority of people who worked in the Medieval Period were peasants, a significant community of merchants and tradesmen existed, the majority of whom belonged to one of the most powerful and influential groups in medieval Europe - the Guilds. Guilds were associations of artisans and merchants who oversaw the practice of their craft or trade in a particular area. They were able to command prestige and power over medieval populations and membership of these organisations was extremely desirable. The Grocers' Guild, for example, which oversaw the trade in spices (one of the most expensive and important commodities in the Middle Ages), was an incredibly rich and powerful association, as is very apparent from the opulence and grandeur of Grocers' Hall in London. In this episode of Going Medieval, Dr Eleanor Janega visits the banqueting hall to explore the lives of those who earned a living in medieval London.
Traditional Catholic Morning Prayers in English | April
This Protestant Heresy Fuels Most Atheist Attacks
From Totus Catholica
Atheists Use Protestant Heresies to Attack Christianity
What if the atheist arguments you encounter online aren’t actually attacking Catholicism but rather caricatures of Christianity rooted in Protestant misunderstandings? In this eye-opening video, we explore how atheists often rely on objections to "Bible alone" theology, "faith alone," and denominational chaos—none of which are Catholic teachings. By understanding the difference between Protestant distortions and authentic Catholic doctrine, you can respond with confidence, clarity, and charity.
📌 Watch until the end to learn how to stand firm in your faith when faced with false accusations about Christianity.
✨ What You’ll Learn in This Video:
📖 Why atheist critiques often target Protestant heresies, not Catholic teaching
🌟 How Catholicism answers objections like biblical contradictions and denominational division
👑 The importance of knowing your faith deeply to discern misdirected arguments
🙏 Practical steps to live and defend your faith authentically
⏳ Chapters:
0:00 - Introduction: Atheist Arguments Rooted in Protestant Misunderstandings
2:09 - The Problem: Attacking Christianity Through Protestant Lenses
4:11 - Biblical and Historical Roots of Catholic Authority
6:04 - How Catholics Should Respond to Atheist Objections
7:23 - Join Our Daily Holy Hour Community for Deeper Faith Formation
8:30 - Addressing Remaining Objections to Catholicism
9:00 - Key Takeaways and Standing Firm in the Truth
📖 Key Scripture & References:
Matthew 16:18,19 – Jesus establishes His Church on Peter, giving him authority.
Galatians 5:6 – “For in Christ Jesus neither circumcision nor uncircumcision counts for anything, but only faith working through love.”
James 2:26 – “Faith without works is dead.”
CCC 80–82 – The relationship between Scripture, Tradition, and the Magisterium.
1 Timothy 3:15 – The Church as “the pillar and foundation of truth.”
🔗 Additional Resources:
📖 Catechism of the Catholic Church: Explains the harmony of Scripture, Tradition, and Magisterial authority.
📖 St. Augustine: “I would not believe the gospel unless the authority of the Catholic Church moved me.”
📖 Vatican II’s Dei Verbum: Sacred Tradition and Scripture form one sacred deposit of the Word of God.
Have you ever encountered atheist arguments that seemed aimed at Protestant beliefs rather than Catholic teachings? How did you respond?
Do You Need To Find God Today? Try This Prayer From St Anselm
Today is the Feast of St Anselm, an 11th-century Archbishop of Canterbury and philosopher, who developed the ontological proof of God's existence..jpg)
From Aleteia
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From Aleteia
By Philip Kosloski
Teach me to seek you, for I cannot seek you unless you teach me …There There are many times in life when we can feel that God is distant, seemingly deaf to our prayer. We echo the psalmist’s desperation, “Show me a sign of your favor!”
But in those moments, we need to exercise our faith and also allow God to “open the eyes” of our hearts to see him and rest in his peace.
This prayer from St. Anselm can help:
O Lord my God,
Teach my heart this day where and how to see you,
Where and how to find you.
You have made me and remade me,
And you have bestowed on me
All the good things I possess,
And still I do not know you.
I have not yet done that
For which I was made.
Teach me to seek you,
For I cannot seek you
Unless you teach me,
Or find you
Unless you show yourself to me.
Let me seek you in my desire,
Let me desire you in my seeking.
Let me find you by loving you,
Let me love you when I find you.
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