February 2012
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Gasoline Prices Are Not Rising, the Dollar Is... →
This is why the Federal Reserve manipulating the money supply is unconstitutional and immoral. Inflation hurts the poor, those on fixed incomes, and the middle class the most. This is why regular people are still hurting but the media keeps talking about a “recovery”. There is a recovery, with the ultra rich and well connected who have access to the increased money supply before...
Ron Paul is the Only GOP Candidate Who Won't Add... →
Hmm… I wonder which GOP candidate would actually cut spending? Reports CNN Money:
Newt Gingrich’s economic plan would do a lot of things. But reducing the debt and balancing the federal budget aren’t among them.
Same goes for Rick Santorum’s and Mitt Romney’s economic plans.
Indeed, a preliminary analysis by the independent Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget released Thursday...
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Fat, Sick, and Nearly Dead →
“Focusing on two men whose bodies have been trashed by steroids, obesity and illness, this documentary chronicles the rigorous healing path — including a two-month diet of fruits and vegetables — that both attempt in a bid to rescue their health.”
The American diet, of which I am far too guilty of indulging in, is pretty much a prescription of poison for our bodies. I...
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Wiped Sweat Off My Forehead
Accidentally removed my ashes…
“If you’re fasting and not praying, you’re not fasting. You’re dieting.”
– Father Jeff (via flowersintheseweeds)
I wonder who will be left on Tumblr tomorrow after everyone leaves for Lent…
Lenten Zombie Apocalypse party anyone?
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Ash Wednesday Fast
Tomorrow is the day we get those aged 18-59 get to fast by eating “one meal and two small meals not equaling a full meal”.
Hog wash.
If you are healthy (and have no need to eat food for medications), go all the way. No solid food. Drink tea or gatorade to keep your strength and your stomach at bay.
The Church only asks us to fast two days a year. Muslims fast for an entire month...
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Quick Note on Lent and Fish
Fish is permitted to be eaten without breaking the meatless fast, we are not required to eat fish. Sometimes as Catholics we go, “It’s Friday, I HAVE to eat fish filet at McD’s.” Don’t feel compelled to eat fish.
Remember that the point of the fast is to eat like the poor eat, in solidarity with them. Eat simply. Soups are highly encouraged. If you want to go...
forevERINlove: Reconciliation →
erinjoan513:
Tonight I was blessed to have the opportunity to go to reconciliation. I always struggled with going to Reconciliation. It just was one of those things that I wasn’t always comfortable with. I am a senior in high school and I went to reconciliation this October for my first time since I was 11….
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As of right now, Lent 2012 will consist of giving up alcohol and soda. However, I am reserving the right to drink if the Aztecs make it to the Final Four.
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Ten Years After Decriminalization, Drug Abuse Down... →
The drug war is inhumane, has costed trillions of dollars, destroys our communities, and is the main cause of inner city crime. Instead of sending addicts to prison, send them to treatment. Do we put alcoholics in prison? Portugal took a big step and they were absolutely right. We should have the humility to accept that we were wrong and do the same.
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It's Not Just About Religious Freedom
So, is it also okay to simply be against health mandates in general? The government shouldn’t dictate what can and can’t be considered health coverage. If I want to offer coverage to my employees, I should be able to offer whatever benefits in addition to pay I want to offer, and they are free to accept or work elsewhere.
I don’t see why we solely have to be against this...
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Questions on faith or politics? Ask box is open →
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If You Think Someone May Have a Vocation… Tell... →
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Ron Paul Issues Statement on HHS Decision →
An Excerpt:
“Forcing private religious institutions to pay for contraception and sterilization as part of their health care plans is a direct assault on the First Amendment’s guarantee of religious liberty. On my first day as President, I will reverse this policy. Repealing the unconstitutional monstrosity known as ObamaCare is a major part of my Plan to Restore America.
“I am the only GOP...
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U.S. drones targeting rescuers and mourners →
The CIA’s drone campaign in Pakistan has killed dozens of civilians who had gone to help rescue victims or were attending funerals, an investigation by the Bureau for the Sunday Times has revealed.
A three month investigation including eye witness reports has found evidence that at least 50 civilians were killed in follow-up strikes when they had gone to help victims. More than 20 civilians have...
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RON PAUL SPEAKS OUT FOR WWII PHILIPPINE-AMERICAN... →
Any of my Filipino followers have family that served in WWII?
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Honest Question
Some Catholic commentators say that issues like war and torture must take a back seat to more important issues like abortion and euthanasia.
I get that to an extent.
At what point though, do we say that being at war for 10 years with no end in sight also becomes a non-negotiable pro-life issue?
At one point do we say that torturing people (even “scary looking” Muslims) is wrong no...
January 2012
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“Today there are more African-Americans under correctional control, — in prison...”
– — legal scholar Michelle Alexander.
On Monday’s Fresh Air, Alexander talks about how the mass incarceration of African-Americans in the War on Drugs has undermined many of the gains of the Civil Rights movement. (via nprfreshair)
And this is why when I say that Ron Paul will free more Blacks than...
Mass
cerebraltempest:
Hear the Word of God
Taste of His Body and Blood
See how He loves you
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I'm kind of amused at the Catholic response to...
When people say things like “How could he” “how is this Constitutional” blah blah blah.
Look. 90% of what the Federal government does IS unconstitutional. This time he took aim at the Church. And yeah, I’m pissed too. But I’m not shocked about it because governments natural movement is towards growth and more power. If this is the move that wakes you up,...
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Just wanted to say that it is 80 right now in San...
Really harsh winter we are having.
This is funny too. :D
soldierofthelord:
The children were lined up in the cafeteria of a Catholic elementary school for lunch. At the head of the table was a large pile of apples. The nun made a note, and posted on the apple tray: “Take only ONE. God is watching.” Moving further along the lunch line, at the other end of the table was a large pile of chocolate chip cookies. A child had written...
“Don’t allow anything to interfere with your love for Jesus. You belong to him....”
– Mother Teresa
God the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit
(via andrearoxsox)
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When the Vultures Are Hungry →
Mike at the blog “Random Acts of Scripture” does a great exegesis on Genesis chapter 15 and trusting in God. An excerpt:
“What does Abram do? Well, he does what many of us, what I, fail to do when we are struggling to believe, to trust. He acts as if he did trust. He did the stuff he would do when faith was fun, exciting, and easy. He stayed with it. Why did he fight off the...
“I never have any difficulty believing in miracles, since I experienced the...”
– St. Augustine (via ephremhiphop)
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