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« Reply #130 on: September 09, 2010, 07:39:PM » |
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I've read this twice (or is it three times?) now and I must say I admire it. I particularly like this succinct statement: "We cannot just live in avoidance of sin, but live for God," and this, "Therefore, I resolve to not only live by avoiding sin, but to live for the greater glory of God." This is what we should all be doing. Thank you. I hope people find my blog useful for their own lives in some way. For those who are not familiar with that decision of mine. I listened to music a lot. for years. The day before writing that post, I stopped listening to all music besides liturgical music and educational materials (most linguistic cds). The reason why I forsook music, and not video games and film, is because of the influence on my life. To me, films and video games are small, discrete time periods of entertainment, whereas music was a constant "need". I go for days and weeks without even wanting to play a game or watch something; so, giving them up would be trivial in terms of how it would effect my life. Right now, I am working on a properly formatted and designed e-book of the Clementine Vulgate. Strangely, since giving up music, I've found myself with more time. I did not even consider that, but it appears that music took up actual time of my life somehow. I only noticed that after giving it up. It has also inspired me, Rosarium. While I had nothing intelligent to write, I followed closely the debate that originated that post in your blog and, curiously, I also found the same statement that INPEFESS mentioned worth considering. |
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« Reply #131 on: September 09, 2010, 09:39:PM » |
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People who give up on the catholic faith have to be insane
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« Reply #132 on: September 10, 2010, 12:59:AM » |
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People who give up on the catholic faith have to be insane
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I n N omine P atris, E t F ilii, E t S piritus S ancti "The practice of the Church has always been the same, as is shown by the unanimous teaching of the Fathers, who were wont to hold as outside Catholic communion, and alien to the Church, whoever would recede in the least degree from any point of doctrine proposed by her authoritative magisterium" (Pope Leo XIII, Satis Cognitum, no. 9, June 29, 1896). “Wherefore, brethren, labour the more, that by good works you may make sure your calling and election. For doing these things, you shall not sin at any time” (2 Peter 1:10).
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« Reply #133 on: September 10, 2010, 01:28:AM » |
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I've read this twice (or is it three times?) now and I must say I admire it. I particularly like this succinct statement: "We cannot just live in avoidance of sin, but live for God," and this, "Therefore, I resolve to not only live by avoiding sin, but to live for the greater glory of God." This is what we should all be doing. Thank you. I hope people find my blog useful for their own lives in some way. You're welcome. I hope so. For those who are not familiar with that decision of mine. I listened to music a lot. for years. The day before writing that post, I stopped listening to all music besides liturgical music and educational materials (most linguistic cds). The reason why I forsook music, and not video games and film, is because of the influence on my life. To me, films and video games are small, discrete time periods of entertainment, whereas music was a constant "need". I go for days and weeks without even wanting to play a game or watch something; so, giving them up would be trivial in terms of how it would effect my life. Right now, I am working on a properly formatted and designed e-book of the Clementine Vulgate. Interesting. I am particularly fond of your resolution to live for the greater glory of God rather than to avoid sin alone. I have tried to help others understand the importance of this but so many have been raised to think that one comes to true love for God by observing the law as perfectly as possible - that is, in avoiding all sin. The last time I tried to get a serious traditional Catholic to come to this realization I was compared to a Protestant who believes that faith and good works are one. It is a life-changing realization for sure, as you well know, to live for God's glory - doing good works - rather than trying to simply avoid sin - not doing bad works. I just wish that more would take it to heart. Strangely, since giving up music, I've found myself with more time. I did not even consider that, but it appears that music took up actual time of my life somehow. I only noticed that after giving it up.
Yes, I am not surprised. I've found that listening exclusively to liturgical music causes my mind and heart to turn toward God more often throughout the day, something we all need. |
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I n N omine P atris, E t F ilii, E t S piritus S ancti "The practice of the Church has always been the same, as is shown by the unanimous teaching of the Fathers, who were wont to hold as outside Catholic communion, and alien to the Church, whoever would recede in the least degree from any point of doctrine proposed by her authoritative magisterium" (Pope Leo XIII, Satis Cognitum, no. 9, June 29, 1896). “Wherefore, brethren, labour the more, that by good works you may make sure your calling and election. For doing these things, you shall not sin at any time” (2 Peter 1:10).
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« Reply #134 on: September 27, 2010, 09:18:AM » |
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Whoa..I don't think I've ever been affected by this "Tetris effect" after playing a game!
I have. In the past, I've played some games for too long where the game itself had an effect on my thoughts for a while. http://www.pbfcomics.com/?cid=PBF206-Game_Boy.gif  I just cannot imagine that playing violent videogames is in harmony with the sensus catholicus, though. If you look at St. Padre Pio who called the newspaper 'the devil's gospel' and who warned people that they should beware of television, I simply do not believe that he would approve of this. And surely it cannot be denied that Padre Pio was very intimately united and comformed to Christ. Excesses like calling news papers the "Devil's Gospel" are just goofy. A lot of Padre Pio is goofy...most saints have a good bit of goofy to them...ignore the goofy and take the good....the over kill is just that....stupid As for violent video games....age appropriate...good training some of them. |
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"Scipio Bull Biscuits, a flawlessly indoctrinated feminist male." - paraphrased from voxpop in one of his shining moments!! "You've become a full adept to your kabbalistic philosemetism ...why not get it over with and fully convert to Judaism. At lest that would be respectable." - Popscile "[Scipio's] high on mouth and low on brains" - a brainiac "...all I can guess is that maybe you're gay and haven't figured it out yet."  ....LOL "a malicious twerp" - A candylander "I ain't no freakin' monument to justice!" -Moonstruck "Check out the big brain on Brad" - Jules |
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« Reply #135 on: September 27, 2010, 04:04:PM » |
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you think Saint Pio is goofy?
I pray someday you actually become Catholic.
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« Reply #136 on: September 27, 2010, 04:36:PM » |
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Envy envy envy....yeah...he was a big ol' goof on a lot of things...and you know it...but go ahead mister "I have a manly (sic) trade"....LOL and pretend to be sanctimonious....no one here buys it....
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"Scipio Bull Biscuits, a flawlessly indoctrinated feminist male." - paraphrased from voxpop in one of his shining moments!! "You've become a full adept to your kabbalistic philosemetism ...why not get it over with and fully convert to Judaism. At lest that would be respectable." - Popscile "[Scipio's] high on mouth and low on brains" - a brainiac "...all I can guess is that maybe you're gay and haven't figured it out yet." ....LOL "a malicious twerp" - A candylander "I ain't no freakin' monument to justice!" -Moonstruck "Check out the big brain on Brad" - Jules |
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« Reply #137 on: September 27, 2010, 04:37:PM » |
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By the way Envyboy, do you secretly post on a sanctimonious forum?
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"Scipio Bull Biscuits, a flawlessly indoctrinated feminist male." - paraphrased from voxpop in one of his shining moments!! "You've become a full adept to your kabbalistic philosemetism ...why not get it over with and fully convert to Judaism. At lest that would be respectable." - Popscile "[Scipio's] high on mouth and low on brains" - a brainiac "...all I can guess is that maybe you're gay and haven't figured it out yet." ....LOL "a malicious twerp" - A candylander "I ain't no freakin' monument to justice!" -Moonstruck "Check out the big brain on Brad" - Jules |
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« Reply #138 on: October 07, 2010, 12:22:PM » |
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Saint Pio goofy? Saint Pio isn't goofy, Saint Pio is awesome!
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The love between mother & child is like no other bond. (Mariska&her son August):  Mariska&her newest edition by adoption-~Amaya Josephine Hargitay Hermann~  Oh yea...Mariska finally got a twitter -dances/faints/happiness/-@Mariska "Everyone, please hold hands," August directs as his father, then his mother, says grace. They give thanks for the food, their health, the beautiful day, and the company of friends. They ask for guidance and to grow closer to God. Though Hargitay and Hermann met at work, their first real date was at his church. "It was pretty sacred and profound in our life," Hargitay says. "It completely set the tone for our relationship and our marriage." Though she was raised Catholic and has a very strong faith, Hargitay calls herself a Christian who doesn't go to church every Sunday. "Religion has caused wars and also a lot of pain, and I don't think that's what God intended," she says with quiet conviction. "I find faith to be a more private thing. For me, it's about my personal relationship with God. I think God has a plan, and a big one. I try to live in gratitude and awe and to get to know Him better and pray that He helps guide me in the decisions I make." She believes in signs. And on that day, in that church, an inner voice told her that she had not gotten married yet because she had been waiting for Hermann. "I had been engaged before, but what I felt for Peter I had never felt before — it was knowing that someone else put you first and that you put him first. A lot of people have doubts on their wedding day, but I was never so sure and happy. We were going into the unknown together and were taking care of each other the way you're supposed to when you are married." Wed for six years now, Hargitay describes her marriage as the perfect balance of opposites: "I bring him out, he brings me in; he slows me down, I make him go faster." -Mariska Hargitay When Mariska Hargitay, Costar of the TV series “Law and Order: Special Victims Unit,” was asked about positive influences in her life, she responded with this comment on the sister from her high school who encouraged her to reach her full potential: “If there’s such thing as cheering silently, that’s what I felt Sister Margaret always did for me. I saw it in her eyes, and it meant the world to me. Of course she encouraged me out loud as well, but knowing that someone was holding hope and faith for me inside herself made an enormous difference in my life. I hope I have the opportunity to pass along that gift.” |
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« Reply #139 on: October 08, 2010, 05:14:PM » |
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I think Padre Pio was right about the newspaper being the devil's gospel. I can't bring myself to read newspapers anymore and I used to love them. Most are completely irradiated with unbelief. The advertisements are an assault on the conscience. They promote the flesh and worldiness and they quickly desensitize you to human suffering.
A fun experiment is to fast from all forms of secular news - tv, radio, magazines, Internet, newspapers. You'll find that the news worth knowing will come to you thru friends, colleagues and social media. It's a real time-saver and a relief.
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