Monthly Archives: August 2012

The TRUE SIZE of AFRICA

Posted on August 30, 2012 by Fr. Orthohippo

Americans tend to underestimate much where Africa is concerned. We also overestimate many of the negative difficulties experienced in Africa. It has not been called the Dark Continent for nothing. There are such a diversity of cultures, languages, religions, and … Continue reading →

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Pedophiles Want Same Rights as Homosexuals

Posted on August 28, 2012 by Fr. Orthohippo

  Here is another article which needs little further comment. This push is not unexpected, and other similar requests will also be raised by currently proscribed behavior groups. More than likely, political correctness will push for societal acceptance, and I … Continue reading →

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IN THE U.S.A.? YOU’VE GOT TO BE KIDDING!

Posted on August 24, 2012 by Fr. Orthohippo

Since I no longer fly much anymore, this encounter really surprised me.  I had run into some of this in the decades when I was flying all over, but never in the “democratic countries”.  And this was in the 1970s-80s. … Continue reading →

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Israeli newspaper claims that the appointment of a new Nuncio to the Jewish state is a “slap in Israel’s face” – Why?

Posted on August 23, 2012 by Fr. Orthohippo

Lest you think it is easy to navigate international relations, here is an example of what minefields may cause unexpected difficulties.  It is always true that never can everyone have the same concerns or sensitivities. At times this can unexpectedly … Continue reading →

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Ethiopian Orthodox Church patriarch dies, Church of England response

Posted on August 20, 2012 by Fr. Orthohippo

Ethiopian church patriarch Abune Paulos dies Abune Paulos was once exiled in the US Continue reading the main story Related Stories Ethiopia profile Ethiopia’s ancient rock churches Watch Fears for Ethiopia’s crumbling churches The head of the Ethiopian Orthodox Church, … Continue reading →

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When freedom of religion crosses over into a failure to appreciate our Constitution

Posted on August 17, 2012 by Fr. Orthohippo

 Fr. Ernesto posted this analysis of how freedom of religion can become a problem. I, also, as have every person who have entered our armed forces, taken the oath to uphold and defend the constitution against all enemies, domestic or … Continue reading →

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SCOTTISH ISLAND HOME OF ST. DONNAN’S MONASTERY— SITE OF 617AD MARTYRDOM OF 51 MONKS

Posted on August 14, 2012 by Fr. Orthohippo

Monastery where Christian saint was martyred is uncovered on Eigg With names like Kirkpatrick out of McBlain, what else could I be but a Scotsman.  Thus this was a special interest to me. If nothing else, my roots go back … Continue reading →

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Catholic Church Vicariate Leaves Kuwait, Picks Bahrain as Gulf HQ— An excellent reason to leave

Posted on August 13, 2012 by Fr. Orthohippo

Here is an insight into how the political landscape can change and affect your church. All it takes is the will of a government to deprive you of your house of worship, or ability to publicly worship. Once again it … Continue reading →

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SOME SOBERING NEWS FROM IRELAND

Posted on August 10, 2012 by Fr. Orthohippo

Sad news: This report is a bit surprising to me, and probably to many of Irish and Scot-Irish ancestry. Of course, we of such blood are thought, unreasonably, to be a bit hard headed and contrary. I do not know … Continue reading →

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COULD THE GOVERNMENT REMOVE YOUR PASTOR AS A DANGER TO PEACE AND GOOD ORDER? HERE IS HOW IT HAPPENED.

Posted on August 8, 2012 by Fr. Orthohippo

What happened when the government removed this parish priest for being a danger to peace and good order? You should not shake this off as something which could not happen in your home church.  Denomination is no protection against such … Continue reading →

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