Stoned To Death With Popcorn

It's a pity that the beatification process of Fulton J. Sheen - the remarkable human being, Catholic, famous preacher, archbishop and most of all - faithful follower of Christ - has been stalled by two disputing dioceses in USA. Hopefully, they will resolve quickly their differences and the process will come to its completion.

As we await it with great anticipation, let's remind ourselves some of his most famous quotes (click here). I must admit cheekily, that my favorite quote, certainly one of his most popular, is this:

“Hearing nuns' confessions is like being stoned to death with popcorn.”

Somehow, being a Catholic priest and a long-time confessor of nuns of numerous congregations, both  in active and contemplative service of the Church, I can attest to the truth of this quote!

Divine Mercy Sunday In Kiabakari

I'm too tired to write in-depth report of today's celebration of Divine Mercy Sunday in Kiabakari. Hopefully, tomorrow when I go to Musoma and find a couple of hours to sit down and focus, I will post a report. But for now just a few pictures from today's celebrations...

The Good News

The beatification of the Servant of God, Holy Father John Paul II, has hit headlines worldwide today. And the date set for the proclamation could not be better! The Divine Mercy Sunday is the perfect venue for the beatification Mass. Just yesterday during our meeting in the diocese, I asked the bishop to make sure he does not miss the Divine Mercy Sunday Mass in Kiabakari shrine. Now the announcement of the beatification on this precisely day changes the whole picture and makes my head spinning already, thinking how to merge the major pilgrimage day for hundreds of pilgrims with this happy event. Prayers appreciated! May the Holy Spirit guide is in preparations for this joyous day! Thanks be to God! Stay tuned for more news what we come up with for that day!