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Saint Agatha, virginity, and martyrdom

February 5, 2022 Peter M.J. Stravinskas 24

A reflection in two unequal parts. First, the Fathers of the Second Vatican Council called for the updating of the General Calendar of the Roman Rite. Calendars have to be scrutinized from time to time. […]

Ecclesiae Sponsae Imago punts on one problem, fixes a second, but greatly worsens a third

July 5, 2018 Edward N. Peters 21

Now, according to the plain terms of ESI, the Blessed Virgin Mary would not be eligible for admission to the order of virgins, but Mary Magdalene would be eligible. […]