Political Unrest

The archdeacon sought out his patron of note
To query for whom he should probably vote;
But all of the candidates seemed to be full
of qualities which in the pews are called "bull."
And straight-shooting Midwestern farmers should know,
'Cause that's what they use to make so much corn grow.

Quartet of Bishops on Respect for Life

Here is a handful of some of the more powerful statements or homilies I've found on Respect Life Sunday/Month. God bless and strengthen our bishops for preaching and teaching the truth clearly and with charity!

Archbishop Dolan, in a 10/3 homily, teeing off from the first reading

Archbishop Chaput, in a 10/3 homily (audio), leading with a rather good set-piece on prayer and respect for life, before his even better homily on faith and integrity

Archbishop Vigneron, in a 10/3 address to a conference on stem cell research

Bishop Nickless, in his diocesan newspaper, with wonted clarity