-by George Vogt Opinion (MetroCatholic) – Many Catholic figures whom I have much respect for have been clamoring about the “scandal” caused by Ted Kennedy’s Mass of Christian Burial. I am not delusional about the terrible misrepresentation of the Catholic Faith and the obvious scandalous actions of Kennedy. We should definitely use the opportunity to [...]
- by George Vogt Little Elm, TX (MetroCatholic) – I wrote this piece 2 years ago. With a few modifications, it is even more relevant today. Tomorrow, we will celebrate our country’s independence, yet we should not forget our total dependence on God nor should we be afraid to lean on one another in times [...]
- by George Vogt WASHINGTON, DC (MetroCatholic) – The statement and actions of the Attorney General with regards to Dr. Tiller’s murder is exactly why pro-life people and organizations around the nation have felt compelled to be so vocal in denouncing such an action. Of course his murder was wrong. All murder is wrong. Of course [...]
Editorial (MetroCatholic) – Dear Readers, While the intention of MetroCatholic is always to promote the faith and to assist its readers in their efforts to stay informed on important issues, some topics stir emotions that may possibly lead one to think adversely of other human beings, even if temporarily. During Holy Week and through the [...]
- by George Vogt (with special acknowledgement) Editorial (MetroCatholic) – Holy Week will be upon us next week. There will be opportunities for us to spiritually walk with Christ as He is received with shouts of “Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord!”; as He institutes the Eucharist at the last [...]
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1 Comment »by George Vogt North Texas (MetroCatholic) – I ran across some information through the mainstream media today regarding “the REAL Act”, which stands for Responsible Education About Life. Apparently, this has been flying below my radar. Frank Lautenberg (D-NJ) and Rep. Barbara Lee (D-CA) were set to formally introduce a bill yesterday that would authorize [...]
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by George Vogt Dallas / Ft. Worth, TX (MetroCatholic) – A few days ago, I received an e-mail from a very respectable member of my parish. The e-mail was a blanket request for the recipients to sign a petition. A portion of the e-mail reads: “Dear Friend, I recently completed a petition to Withhold Communion [...]
Posted in Diocesan News, Editorial, George Vogt Tags: articles, ASia, bishop, canon law, Catholic, Catholic Church, CCHD, CHA, Christ, church, Communion, Dallas, diocese, excommunication, Farrell, Fort Worth, FT WORTH, Holy, homosexual, petition, politicians, Prayer, US, USCCB, Vann No Comments »- by George Vogt (MetroCatholic) – This past week has been marked by progress, challenges, and set-backs alike. The participation in the Roe v Wade Memorial events in Dallas has never been higher. While there was some secular media coverage, it was not what one would expect considering approximately 5,000 people participated. Our nation saw [...]
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Little Elm, TX (DFW Catholic) – In Arizona, there is an 8 year old boy who is charged in the shooting death of his father and his father’s business partner. I really do not intend to get into the specifics of the case or other circumstances in the boy’s life, although these things are “screaming” [...]
