The Kansas State Capitol in Topeka, Kansas. (Photo courtesy of Wikicommons Images, Tony Webster, CC BY-SA 2.0)The Archdiocese of Kansas City has filed a lawsuit against the organizers of a black mass scheduled to take place on March 28 on statehouse grounds in Topeka, Kansas, demanding the return of consecrated hosts and wine that were stolen for use in the ritual.
BB asks: “I understand there’s another Black Mass being held in Kansas soon. Can you explain what a Black Mass is and why it is considered so blasphemous?”
The Crucifixion of St. Peter (painting by Peter Paul Rubens - 1577-1640).We recently had a question from a caller during our Wacky Wednesday radio show asking about the meaning of the upside-down cross. Is this symbol blasphemous?
Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons, Anthony Quintano, CC BY 2.0Lady Gaga’s shocking skit involving the invocation of demons on Saturday Night Live has sparked backlash from viewers who thought it was cringe-worthy and “not funny.”
A local Satanist group is planning a Black Mass to be held in the Topeka Capitol building on March 28, sparking an outcry from the Church and concerned citizens across the country.
CB asks: “What can you tell me about Spirit Daughter? It was mentioned in an article about Kerry Washington’s birthday party. Is this some kind of New Age movement?”
by Msgr. Stephen RossettiDaily I receive emails from people around the globe crying out for help saying, "Help me! I can't find an exorcist." My heart goes out to these suffering people who cannot find an exorcist, whom they believe they must have to solve their problems.
CB writes: “Could you give me a statement regarding the phrase 'self discovery’? This rings alarm bells for me but in the absence of clear cut info, I am struggling to find the right words.”
In addition to the controversy surrounding Hot Yoga founder Bikham Choudhury, the health risks associated with this particular type of yoga are getting renewed attention after experts warn of its dangers.
St. Josemarie Escriva (1902-1975) Image courtesy of Wikicommons, Andres Tristan Pertinez, CC BY-SA 4.0LL writes: “What do you think of Opus Dei? Is it New Age?”
