Book I
Chapter XVI
OF BEARING THE DEFECTS OF OTHERS

What a man cannot amend in himself or others, he must bear with patience, till God ordains otherwise.
Think, that perhaps it is better so for thy trial and patience; without which our merits are of little worth.
Thou must, nevertheless, under such impediments, earnestly pray that God may vouchsafe to help thee, and that thou mayest bear them well.
If any one, being once or twice admonished, does not comply, contend not with him; but commit all to God, that his will may be done, and that he may be honoured in all his servants, who knows how to convert evil into good.
Endeavour to be patient in supporting the defects and infirmities of others, of what kind soever; because thou also hast many things which others must bear with.
If thou canst not make thyself such a one as thou wouldst, how canst thou expect to have another according to thy liking?
We would willingly have others perfect, and yet we mend not our own defects.
We would have others strictly corrected, but are not willing to be corrected ourselves.
The large liberty of others displeases us, and yet we would not be denied anything we ask for.
We are willing that others should be bound up by laws, and we suffer not ourselves by any means to be restrained.
Thus it is evident how seldom we weigh our neighbour in the same balance with ourselves.
If all were perfect, what then should we have to suffer from others for God’s sake?
But now God has so disposed things, that we may learn to bear one another’s burdens; for this no man within us defect; no man without his burden; no man sufficient for himself; no man wise enough for himself; but we must support one another, assist, instruct, and admonish one another.
But how great each one’s virtue is, best appears by occasions of adversity; for occasions do not make a man frail, but show what he is.

Reflection
You would not be able, you say, to beat such and such faults; a powerful motive to humble yourself. For God, who is perfection itself, bears them and even much greater ones. That which renders you so susceptible is not zeal for your neighbour, but a harsh, irritable, suspicious self-love. Direct your regards on yourself, and see if your brethren have nothing to suffer from you. True piety is sweet and patient, because it enlightens you as to what you really are. He who feels himself weak, and grieves on that account, is not easily shocked by the weaknesses of others; he knows that all of us require support, indulgence, and mercy; he excuses, he compassionates, he pardons, and thus preserves peace within himself and charity without.

Prayer
Permit us not, O God, to yield to our feelings, but grant that we may sacrifice them for the happiness of pleasing thee, since to feel much and not to follow the bent of our feelings, to keep silence when the heart is moved, and to withhold ourselves when we are all but overcome, is the most essential practise and the surest mark of that truly Christian ritual, which is to gain for us eternal happiness. This, O Jesus, we hope to obtain from thy infinite bounty. Amen.

Apologetics with Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen on false World Religions.

Fulton J. Sheen explains the differences between world religions, as well as arguments presented by those who are not representative of Christianity. While faith is important, if you cannot defend your faith, you have encountered a problem. One of understanding, and one of the lack (of) understanding with the other individual on who one tries to explain it to. You cannot simply let the truth out there itself, if no one is willing to defend it.

It is important as a Christian to understand the foundations of the faith and where it came from, so we can know God better and be gifted with his fruits. While the video is a bit lengthy, it is absolutely necessary. If you do not get the general idea(s) represented in the video all in one go— take notes! Study from here on and develop a better understanding. If schools that have become wicked and corrupt cannot teach us the basics of the faith we need to know, we have to do it ourselves.

This #book is a must read for any Christian who wants to know about #Islam, what Islam teaches about Christians, and the reasons why "dialogue" is not just futile, but dangerous. Many of the myths about Islam are based on an improper knowledge of its doctrines and beliefs. Mr. Solimeo provides a concise explanation by citing the Koran and Islamic authors. He also looks at the history of Islam and its internal contradictions.

This book spotlights many reasons why "dialogue" with Islam will not work.

The Way of the Cross
by Saint Alphonsus Liguori

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Conferences on the Sacred Season of Lenten by Bishop Donald J. Sanborn:

First Conference: https://youtu.be/8IxdwhM_C78

Second Conference: https://youtu.be/BkGgAc5x_0c

Third Conference: https://youtu.be/DCWSzl4qxr8

If you're in Sydney.

Tonight's the night.

Defend your church from Lord Mayor Clover Moore and her supporters.

7pm.

“It is not to be thought that what is set down in Encyclical Letters does not demand assent in itself, because in this the Popes do not exercise the supreme power of their magisterium. For, these matters are taught by the ordinary magisterium, regarding which the following is pertinent: ‘He who heareth you, heareth Me’ (Luke 10:16); and usually what is set forth and inculcated in the Encyclical Letters already pertains to Catholic doctrine. But if the Supreme Pontiffs in their acts, after due consideration, express an opinion on a hitherto controversial matter, it is clear to all that this matter, according to the mind and the will of the same Pontiffs, cannot any longer be considered a question of free discussion among the theologians.”
—Pope Pius XII Humani Generis 1950

In France before Vatican II, there were around 1000 priestly ordinations every years and 41.000 diocesan priests.

After Vatican II, there were 16.859 diocesan priests [2004] and over 50 dioceses haven’t had any vocations in three years.

He still hasn’t read Paul VI’s closing statements from V2 or addressed any arguments from the SSPX, Lefebvre, and Fr. Hesse it seems.

Lofton has a PhD and he still thinks Vatican 2 is an ecumenical council that holds more authority than an encyclical, despite nothing that’s taught in V2 being in continuity with the extraordinary magisterium. Pretty embarrassing if you ask me. Especially when John XXIII himself said that it’s a Pastoral council in the opening statements of Vatican 2.

https://youtu.be/n-H5ukPpgJA

Obedience to heresy too.

Post-trads having a normal one.

this is the booklet we used to follow along during stations of the cross.

you may receive a plenary indulgence if you complete the stations of the cross during the fridays of lent, as well as receiving communion, taking confession, and praying for the popes intentions!

Don’t forget to visit Erik Ybarra’s website too for some great material. I also recommend going to Catholic Encyclopaedia, sources of Catholic Dogma, and so on.

erikybarra.org