What an immense grace in the midst of your struggles, Josephite.! The Holy Spirit is active in the life of your family. The great seed-planter is at work! Praise God! Jesus, we trust in You!
The General in this story recently defended teaching CRT in the military. https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/poli...nt-aimed-at-keeping-trump-in-power/ar-AAMaosb Joint Chiefs chairman feared potential ‘Reichstag moment’ aimed at keeping Trump in power Reis Thebault 13 hrs ago In the waning weeks of Donald Trump’s term, the country’s top military leader repeatedly worried about what the president might do to maintain power after losing reelection, comparing his rhetoric to Adolf Hitler’s during the rise of Nazi Germany and asking confidants whether a coup was forthcoming, according to a new book by two Washington Post reporters. As Trump ceaselessly pushed false claims about the 2020 presidential election, Gen. Mark A. Milley, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, grew more and more nervous, telling aides he feared that the president and his acolytes might attempt to use the military to stay in office, Carol Leonnig and Philip Rucker report in “I Alone Can Fix It: Donald J. Trump’s Catastrophic Final Year.” Milley described “a stomach-churning” feeling as he listened to Trump’s untrue complaints of election fraud, drawing a comparison to the 1933 attack on Germany’s parliament building that Hitler used as a pretext to establish a Nazi dictatorship. “This is a Reichstag moment,” Milley told aides, according to the book. “The gospel of the Führer.” A spokesman for Milley declined to comment. Portions of the book related to Milley — first reported Wednesday night by CNN ahead of the book’s July 20 release — offer a remarkable window into the thinking of America’s highest-ranking military officer, who saw himself as one of the last empowered defenders of democracy during some of the darkest days in the country’s recent history. The episodes in the book are based on interviews with more than 140 people, including senior Trump administration officials, friends and advisers, Leonnig and Rucker write in an author’s note. Most agreed to speak candidly only on the condition of anonymity, and the scenes reported were reconstructed based on firsthand accounts and multiple other sources whenever possible. [‘I Alone Can Fix It’ book excerpt: Inside Trump’s Election Day and the birth of the ‘big lie’] Milley — who was widely criticized last year for appearing alongside Trump in Lafayette Square after protesters were forcibly cleared from the area — had pledged to use his office to ensure a free and fair election with no military involvement. But he became increasingly concerned in the days following the November contest, making multiple references to the onset of 20th-century fascism. After attending a Nov. 10 security briefing about the “Million MAGA March,” a pro-Trump rally protesting the election, Milley said he feared an American equivalent of “brownshirts in the streets,” alluding to the paramilitary forces that protected Nazi rallies and enabled Hitler’s ascent. Late that same evening, according to the book, an old friend called Milley to express concerns that those close to Trump were attempting to “overturn the government.” “You are one of the few guys who are standing between us and some really bad stuff,” the friend told Milley, according to an account relayed to his aides. Milley was shaken, Leonnig and Rucker write, and he called former national security adviser H.R. McMaster to ask whether a coup was actually imminent. “What the f--- am I dealing with?” Milley asked him. The conversations put Milley on edge, and he began informally planning with other military leaders, strategizing how they would block Trump’s order to use the military in a way they deemed dangerous or illegal. If someone wanted to seize control, Milley thought, they would need to gain sway over the FBI, the CIA and the Defense Department, where Trump had already installed staunch allies. “They may try, but they’re not going to f---ing succeed,” he told some of his closest deputies, the book says. In the weeks that followed, Milley played reassuring soothsayer to a string of concerned members of Congress and administration officials who shared his worries about Trump attempting to use the military to stay in office. “Everything’s going to be okay,” he told them, according to the book. “We’re going to have a peaceful transfer of power. We’re going to land this plane safely. This is America. It’s strong. The institutions are bending, but it won’t break.” In December, with rumors circulating that the president was preparing to fire then-CIA Director Gina Haspel and replace her with Trump loyalist Kash Patel, Milley sought to intervene, the book says. He confronted White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows at the annual Army-Navy football game, which Trump and other high-profile guests attended. “What the hell is going on here?” Milley asked Meadows, according to the book’s account. “What are you guys doing?” When Meadows responded, “Don’t worry about it,” Milley shot him a warning: “Just be careful.” After the failed insurrection on Jan. 6, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) called Milley to ask for his guarantee that Trump would not be able to launch a nuclear strike and start a war. “This guy’s crazy,” Pelosi said of Trump in what the book reported was mostly a one-way phone call. “He’s dangerous. He’s a maniac.” Once again, Milley sought to reassure: “Ma’am, I guarantee you that we have checks and balances in the system,” he told Pelosi. Less than a week later, as military and law enforcement leaders planned for President Biden’s inauguration, Milley said he was determined to avoid a repeat of the siege on the Capitol. “Everyone in this room, whether you’re a cop, whether you’re a soldier, we’re going to stop these guys to make sure we have a peaceful transfer of power,” he told them. “We’re going to put a ring of steel around this city and the Nazis aren’t getting in.” At Biden’s swearing-in on Jan. 20, Milley was seated behind former president Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama, who asked the general how he was feeling. “No one has a bigger smile today than I do,” Milley replied. “You can’t see it under my mask, but I do.”
I think it was Relevant Radio (Catholic) but it could have been another station but the "expert" guest was saying, we are seeing fewer people die nowadays from weather related incidences than before. I went to Mass this morning and a Lady thanked me for a Rosary, I didn't give one to anyone, on occasion, I have left some inexpensive ones in the Church, maybe she was referring to that. Once a Rosary totally vanished from me there, it was in my pocket I thought but, I try not to make some deal out of it, there is probably an explanation. I have a Our Lady of Fatima LED light (one of those electric candles available along with others at leaflest missal on the web), it was sitting on my desk, turned off but it blinked on and then off... I figure, I welcome these things happening but I should not suppose it is anything more than a glitch in the light. Take it with humility.
Many of you have probably heard of Scott Hamilton the Olympic gold medal figure skater or maybe not. Although I knew of him for many years only a few years ago I watched an interview of him and learned of the many trials that he had been through. I did know that he battled cancer but I was unaware of all that he had gone through. It was quite a surprise to me because he always appears to be very, very upbeat. Well, he credits God for the miracle of his life and I highly recommend this TedX talk that he gave especially for those who are going through their own struggles (which is probably most of us these days). God bless you all and I hope that you enjoy the video. +
This is real bad if our government had any role in events in Haiti, reported today: U.S. military once trained Colombians implicated in Haiti assassination plot, Pentagon says (msn.com) Some of the former Colombian servicemen arrested after last week’s assassination of Haiti’s president previously received U.S. military training, according to the Pentagon, raising fresh questions about the United States’ ties to Jovenel Moïse’s death. “A review of our training databases indicates that a small number of the Colombian individuals detained as part of this investigation had participated in past U.S. military training and education programs, while serving as active members of the Colombian Military Forces,” Lt. Col. Ken Hoffman, a Pentagon spokesman, said in a statement to The Washington Post. So, maybe we are not directly involved but a story to watch.
We are blessed to have good priests in our lives. This came from Fr. Steve Ryan today - very timely and important words. Pray for Fr. Steve that he continue to light, salt and leaven to his people and the world Heroes Needed By Fr. Steve Ryan, SDB God qualifies the called. He does not call the qualified. Moses stuttered, Jeremiah was too immature/young, Peter was impetuous and Paul was a braggart, yet God called them to be His great disciples and prophets. He works that way in every generation. That’s how He’s done it throughout salvation history. God raises up ordinary people to do extraordinary things. Today – 2021 – is no different. He is calling you right now to step up as a missionary disciple. Are you listening? Here’s what Pope Francis said about this during the pandemic’s hardest days: “Ordinary people (often forgotten people) who do not appear in newspaper and magazine headlines nor on the grand catwalks of the latest shows are without doubt writing the decisive events of our time.” With so much sadness and darkness in the world… with so much senseless reasoning from our political leaders who are brainwashed by socialist ideology… with so many wimpy religious leaders who don’t call out right or wrong – it’s your time to step up as committed men and women of faith. You may ask, “Really? Me? I have nothing to offer.” And you’d be right about that if we didn’t have the power of God’s grace working through us. He provides all we need to do His mighty deeds. It’s time for ordinary heroes. If we keep waiting for the next generation to speak up and take action on behalf of the Gospel we will have waited too long. Those diabolical influences have invaded the culture. The darkness is more pervasive than ever. We need the light of the Gospel. The time for heroes is NOW. Last Sunday’s gospel was from Saint Mark chapter 6. Jesus told his unqualified apostles to get out there and preach, teach and heal. He reminded them not to worry about accommodations or supplies. He told them that all the details would all work out if they just went forward in faith. “Wherever you enter a house, stay there until you leave. Whatever place does not welcome you or listen to you, leave there and shake the dust off your feet in testimony against them.” (Mk 6:10-11) So they went off and preached repentance. The Twelve drove out many demons, and they anointed with oil many who were sick and cured them. Braveheart is one of my favorite movies. In the movie William Wallace and the Scots have a chance (an outside chance, a risky chance) for independence from the British. It will only happen if every one of them pulls together and does not compromise. Wallace does everything he can to rally them and make a stand! Remember his speech: “Fight and you may die. Run and you will live – at least awhile. And dying in your beds many years from now, would you be willing to trade all the days from this day to that for one chance, just one chance, to come back here and tell our enemies that they may take our lives but they will never take our freedom!” Wallace was the hero needed at that moment. You and I can be heroes today. Heroes in flesh and blood, who perform simple actions, which leave our mark. Heroes capable of fighting battles with spiritual weapons – the Eucharist, the rosary, the bible and generous acts of charity. Heroes who are not afraid to speak up against the atrocities being pushed onto our youth. Committed, brave, selfless heroes, ready to hope and risk for a better world. Saints wake up! By the power of the Holy Spirit we are capable of giving our lives with generosity and courage.
UK council apologizes for censoring Franklin Graham event ads; pays over $150K in damages By Michael Gryboski, Christian Post Reporter Franklin Graham preaching at the "Festival of Hope" which took place September 21-23, 2018, in Blackpool, England. | Billy Graham Evangelistic Association The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association has been awarded a financial settlement and received a public apology from a British council that censored the Christan group's ads. Along with issuing an apology last week for pulling the ads because they opposed the evangelical group’s conservative views on LGBT issues, the Blackpool Council in Lancashire also agreed to pay damages of over $150,200 (£109,000). Councillor Lynn Williams, head of the Blackpool Council, explained in the apology that the council accepts “that the advertisements were not in themselves offensive.” “We further accept that in removing the advertisements we did not take into account the fact that this might cause offense to other members of the public and suggest that some voices should not be heard,” Williams added. “We sincerely apologize to the organizers of the event for the upset and inconvenience caused … We have learned from this experience. We are committed to ensuring equality of access and opportunity for the population of Blackpool and providing and improving quality services for all.” Williams also stated that the local government has “now introduced clear and transparent policies that will ensure no repeat of events such as these.” As part of the settlement between the council and BGEA, the council will pay roughly $115,700 (£84,000) to cover taxes and legal costs and over $34,400 (£25,000) in “just satisfaction” damages. “This is an important moment for religious freedom in the U.K.,” said BGEA President the Rev. Franklin Graham in a statement released Friday. “We’re grateful to God for the final outcome of this case, and for what it will mean for churches and Christians across the U.K. in the years ahead.” More at: UK council apologizes to BGEA for censoring ads; pays damages | World News | The Christian Post
Pulitzer Prize-winning Indian photojournalist Danish Siddiqui has been killed in Afghanistan, said the country's ambassador in Delhi. Siddiqui, the chief photographer of Reuters news agency in India, was on assignment in Afghanistan when he died. He was embedded with a convoy of Afghan forces that was ambushed by Taliban militants near a key border post with Pakistan, according to reports. There was no immediate reaction from the Indian government. It's unclear how many others died in the attack. More: Danish Siddiqui: Indian photojournalist killed in Afghanistan - BBC News
Matt Drudge ran this and yes, Drudgereport has changed it's colors.... Pro-impeachment Republicans outpace GOP rivals in second-quarter fundraising | TheHill Rep. Liz Cheney (Wyo.), who was ousted from her post as the No. 3 House Republican in May, raked in the most cash of the group in the second quarter of the year, raising nearly $1.9 million and closing out June with more than $2.8 million in the bank. Another pro-impeachment Republican, Rep. Adam Kinzinger (Ill.), brought in more than $800,000 for his 2022 reelection bid in the same time frame. He began the second half of the year with more than $3 million in cash on hand. My take, this could well be "dark money" as they call it, let's see the sources for this $$$. Let's find out more. I had to say that. One can go here for news as well: Home | Populist Press 2021 © Pro-Conservative, they are okay. Drudge has some international news, about the only reason I will read it. Yes, Matt has been a turncoat, I don't want to engage in really ugly name-calling. That is not charitable. Fox News had a story on this, the 73 year old black Vietnam veteran may have had a heart condition and this carjacking in Chicago was probably too much for him. I think they say they may have punched him in the chest. They had some of his family on. 2 charged after Vietnam veteran, 73, dies in Hyde Park attempted carjacking (msn.com) Two suspects have been charged with a violent attempted carjacking that ended with the death of a Vietnam War veteran, Chicago police said Friday. Police said an adult and a juvenile are responsible for the beating that led to Keith Cooper's death. Frank Harris, 18, is charged with murder and vehicular hijacking and a 17-year-old boy has been charged with first-degree murder. "I'm grateful that the justice system is moving forward," said Keinika Carlton, Cooper's daughter. "I'm hopeful that they would get the maximum sentence for this because they earned it." Lots of tragedy in the world but this moved me.
How true it is that we are, all of us in the Hands of the Most Holy God. How necessary in these times it is to preserve ourselves in a State of Grace and to get to Confession and Mass as often as we can.
And not a single solitary word as far as I ever heard from any Catholic Bishop mentioning the dread words' Chastisement', 'God's Justice' or , prudence forbid, the Wrath of God and the need to repent for sins and convert. No, for even if such a thing spring to an Episcopal mind the sneers and laughter of the secular media and the probable fury of the Holy Father and the Vatican would instantly seal mouths even half open into silence. All this used to called, 'Fear of Human respect'. But nowadays probably goes under the modern name, 'Prudence'.
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