Catholic Perspective

Contrasts Between Irish and British Catholics Create a Diplomatic Minefield in the Nineteenth Century

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Contrasts Between Irish and British Catholics Create a Diplomatic Minefield in the Nineteenth Century

In the nineteenth century, Catholicism developed extensively throughout Europe, recovering from decades of revolution. Catholic movements grew and prospered despite many difficulties ranging from the inertia and self-indulgence of many to the threats and plotting of opponents. These movements promoted a splendid revival of Catholic religious life even in Protestant countries. In … Read more

Aiming for Christendom at TFP-Louisiana Conference

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Aiming for Christendom at TFP-Louisiana Conference

In an atmosphere of much faith and confidence, Tradition, Family, Property—Louisiana held its 2023 Regional Conference at its headquarters in Lafayette, Louisiana, on February 18. Over 80 friends and supporters came from throughout the state and neighboring Texas. They displayed a determination to fight for the Church, come what may. The conference … Read more

Beating a Dead Horse: The L.A. Religious Education Congress Needs to Stop Pushing Progressivism and Give Tradition a Chance

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Beating a Dead Horse: The Los Angeles Religious Education Congress Pushes the Same Progressive Agenda that Has Devastated the Church for over Sixty Years

On February 24-26, 2023, the Los Angeles Religious Education Congress (REC) will meet in person for the first time since the implementation of Covid restrictions in 2020. The REC has long been popularized as the largest gathering of Catholics in the country. Organizers claim past events have been attended by upwards of … Read more

Trying to Explain Alexander Dugin

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Trying to Explain Alexander Dugin

For a long time, I have tried to read the work of Alexander Dugin, the guru philosopher of Vladimir Putin. Many acclaim his criticism of the modern liberal world and applaud his proposed solutions. They say he is the key to understanding Russia today. However, my efforts were not successful. Instead of … Read more

A House Built on Solid Rock—The Foundations of Ireland’s Steadfast Catholic Faith

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A House Built on Solid Rock—The Foundations of Ireland’s Steadfast Catholic Faith

Many Catholics today are unaware of the immense contributions of the Ultramontanes of the nineteenth century to the resurgence of Catholicism worldwide. Prof. Fernando Furquim de Almeida (1913-1981) studied the movement and produced dozens of articles detailing its work. We have edited these articles and will be featuring them. They highlight the … Read more

The Revolt Against Humanity Describes a Future Without God

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The Revolt Against Humanity Describes a Future Without God

The book, The Revolt Against Humanity: Imagining a Future Without Us, does not make a very good first impression. One reason is that the 2023 work is an awfully small book to deal with such a monumental subject as human extinction. The elimination of humanity should merit something more than a mere … Read more

The Myths, the Legends, and the Whole Truth about TFP Caravans

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The Myths, the Legends, and the Whole Truth about TFP Caravans

The American Society for the Defense of Tradition, Family and Property (TFP) employs many different ways of reaching out to the public. Some are common like online videos, web sites, e-mails, newsletters, mass mailings, talks, and street campaigns. There is an outreach that is unique to the TFP: the TFP caravans. A … Read more

True Catholic Formation Involves these Three Things

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True Catholic Formation Involves these Three Things

For those wishing to be a Catholic in the fullest sense, there are three areas of formation that are important to form a complete and balanced soul. These areas are spiritual and religious formation, moral and character formation and cultural formation. They do not exclude each other. Each one has its way … Read more

How Ireland’s Stubborn Adherence to the Faith Was a Shining Example for the Nineteenth Century

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How Ireland’s Stubborn Adhernce to the Faith Was a Shining Example for the Nineteenth Century

Many Catholics today are unaware of the immense contributions of the Ultramontanes of the nineteenth century to the resurgence of Catholicism worldwide. Prof. Fernando Furquim de Almeida (1913-1981) studied the movement and produced dozens of articles detailing its work. We have edited these articles and will be featuring them. They highlight the … Read more

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