Recent statements by Cardinals George Cottier and Javier Lozano Barragán that condom use is legitimate in certain circumstances to prevent the spread of AIDS are creating confusion among Catholics worldwide and causing enormous scandal. Unfortunately, these high-ranking prelates, both holding important posts in the Roman Curia, have joined a growing number of … Read more
A motivated contingent of twenty-five TFP members and St. Louis de Montfort Academy students traveled to Penn State University on Monday morning, March 14, to rally for Terri Schiavo’s survival. TFP’s presence at the busy intersection of Allen Street and College Avenue in State College was eye-catching. Three bagpipers filled the crisp … Read more
Speaking about the threat of same-sex marriage in Catholic Poland is a bit like talking about the need to prepare an inland country for a coming hurricane. For many Poles, homosexuality is simply not part of their daily experience; same-sex “marriage” is an inconceivable aberration. Yet this unlikely “hurricane” is now appearing … Read more
Saving Terri Schiavo TFP Calls on America to Reject Roe v. Wade’s Bitter Fruits America is unsettled over the case of Terri Schiavo. Fifteen years ago, she suffered brain damage that left her totally dependent on others for basic care, including nourishment. Pursuant to a court order, this nourishment is scheduled to end March 18, when … Read more
""""[vc_column_text] As the same-sex “marriage” debate rages worldwide, the American Society for the Defense of Tradition, Family and Property (TFP) welcomed an encouraging commentary on its 2004 book defending traditional marriage from Cardinal Jorge A. Medina Estévez. The Cardinal sent his remarks upon receiving the new Spanish-language edition of the American TFP’s … Read more
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Before the 2004 elections fade into history, it is good to remember that moral values were only part of the wining equation. There was another factor, indeed another moral value, which was all too quickly forgotten: honor. It was the honor of the Vietnam veterans that suddenly entered into the debate. They … Read more
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Along with same sex “marriage,” adoption of children holds a prominent place on the homosexual agenda. Although the first “right” was dealt a severe blow with referenda banning same sex “marriage” in 13 states, the adoption of children by homosexual activists is almost imperceptibly moving forward. We will deal with this aspect … Read more
As the same-sex “marriage” debate rages across the nation, the American Society for the Defense of Tradition, Family and Property (TFP) welcomed an archbishop’s encouraging review of its landmark 2004 book defending traditional marriage. Archbishop Elden Francis Curtiss of Omaha, Nebr. sent his Oct. 11 review of Defending a Higher Law: Why … Read more
For a seminar focusing on the divisions inside the nation, the 2004 TFP National Conference was a scene of amazing unity. The Columbus weekend event brought together Catholics of like mind from across the nation for an intense and varied program. By the end of the conference, all seemed to be immersed … Read more
Overwhelming is perhaps the best word to describe it. By a margin of almost 4-to-1 margin, Louisiana voters put a ban on same-sex “marriages” or civil unions in the state Constitution. Undemocratic is perhaps the best word to describe the efforts of pro-homosexual activists to overturn the results of the election. The … Read more