Author Archives: David Ancell

This would be one for Fr. Bryce Sibley. I found this on another blog. Just type in the words you want, and the stars will sing it for you.

I think all my regular readers know that I hate spam. I not only abhor the adult messages and other questionable stuff that comes through, I hate the consequences that it has brought on us. Not only is it consuming … Continue reading →

The New York Times insists that the FDA’s decision to make the “morning-after pill” available over the counter must be based on “science.” I’m sure what they really mean is that it should be available over the counter. Take a … Continue reading →

I just found out that the business school at Western Connecticut State University is named the Ancell School of Business. I don’t know anything else about it, but I sure like the name.

It appears that the French method of dealing with “religious pluralism” is to ban conspicuous religious garb. It appears that their means to accomodate people is to accomodate no one. Do they really think that this will help them? I … Continue reading →

I just ran across a news item that the Center for “Reproductive Rights” is threatening to sue the Catholic Family and Human Rights Institute because they revealed the Center’s strategy. They are claiming that “irreparable harm” has been caused. Well, … Continue reading →

I’ve had quite a week. I haven’t posted for a while, and I’ve found that, when that happens, people are more likely to spam my comments. I had several of those filthy posts to remove. When this happens, I just … Continue reading →

The Word of Encouragement from Catholic Exchange is kinda funny today. It deals with the fact that Samson slew his enemies with the jawbone of an ass, but many people have since been killed by the jawbone of asses.

If you are looking for a solid homily, you can check out this list of Fr. Larry Richards’ homilies.

Bishop Trautman recently received the Fred McManus award by the Federation of Diocesan Liturgical Commissions. He gave this acceptance speech, but I think that this parody is more like it. Nothing like a clique like “Do not quench the Spirit” … Continue reading →