Show Your Family God’s Love and Truth

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Mother Miriam reads Anthony Esolen's article 'Back to the Caves,' which argues that Vatican II's promised springtime for the Church never arrived.

Mother Miriam opens the episode by introducing Anthony Esolen's article 'Back to the Caves,' which she describes as offering answers to life's challenges. She reads excerpts where Esolen laments the decline in Mass attendance and the loss of community institutions like playgrounds, baseball fields, and local businesses. Mother Miriam connects this to a broader societal collapse, criticizing both the world and the Church's leadership. After a break, she emphasizes practical actions, such as not shopping on Sundays and waiting until Christmas Eve to light decorations, to witness to God's truth. The episode then shifts to listener emails, including one from Carolyn in Canada about plans to censor the Bible for hate speech, which Mother Miriam condemns as demonic. Another email from Athalia asks about Hebrew-speaking Catholic liturgies, leading to a mention of the Association of Hebrew Catholics. Jacqueline from Tennessee writes about difficulties attending Mass due to disability, and Mother Miriam advises seeking help from parish priests. Mary inquires about home consecrations and blessings, with Mother Miriam stressing respect for husbands' authority. Finally, Carlos from California challenges Mother Miriam's interpretation of Jesus' love regarding homosexuality, sparking a detailed theological rebuttal where she defends her stance on sin and redemption.

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A forceful Catholic reflection on family witness, Christmas light, and speaking truth.

Thanksgiving becomes a test of Christian witness, especially when a family table includes unbelievers, non-Catholics, or those who have left the faith.

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If Thanksgiving week has you thinking about faith and family, this gives you a direct Catholic frame for pairing love with truth.

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