I should preface this article by saying that I am not a Catholic. As such, I cannot make demands of the Church with the authority of her own flock. Nevertheless, I am a staunch admirer of the Church’s magnificent contribution to the West: her rich philosophy, her awe-inspiring art and architecture, her ancient liturgy, the military victories she inspired. I consider myself an ally in her historic defence of the Western tradition against those who would see it eradicated in the name of Progress. What I write below is written as advice from a friend, which the Catholic can heed as they see […]

You there. Yes you, with the old book that made your professor squirm. Guessing a Dead White Man wrote that? Yeah, I thought so. I see you’ve wandered outside of the ballroom. You know, all the most respectable people in town are in there. Oh, you noticed it’s on fire too? Glad it wasn’t just me. I know, I know: everything seems to be going to shit and you’re trying to figure out how to turn it all around. I’d like you to do something. Listen closely and repeat after me: We don’t deserve power. Nope, I’m afraid your good intentions mean […]