02.11.25 Nuntiatoria LXXVIII: Perseverantia Sancta

The All Saints feast commemorates those unrecognized saints who embody God’s grace throughout generations. While popular belief divides Christians into saints and ordinary believers, all are called to holiness through Christ’s grace. Saints are marked by faithfulness and perseverance, guiding others toward salvation as part of the Church’s unifying prayer and tradition.

The Anglican “via media” aimed to merge Reformed and Catholic principles but ultimately failed, resulting in a divided Church. Contradictory beliefs among Evangelicals and Anglo-Catholics hindered coherence, leading to lost credibility and spiritual disintegration. The lesson emphasizes that compromise cannot sustain unity without clear doctrinal integrity and commitment to truth.

The document discusses the shift in the Catholic Church’s understanding of Mary’s role from Co-Redemptrix to Mater Populi Fidelis, emphasizing doctrinal caution over metaphysical definitions. It argues that while recognizing Mary’s participation in salvation, the new perspective risks diminishing her unique cooperation in Christ’s redemptive work, affecting both Mariology and Christology.

All Souls Day commemorates the faithful departed, reflecting on Christian hope in the resurrection of the body rather than mere immortality of the soul. The message emphasizes Jesus’ resurrection as the defeat of death and sin. Believers are encouraged to remain steadfast in faith, anticipating the final resurrection and ultimate victory in Christ.

All Souls’ Day, observed on November 2, is a poignant Christian observance honoring the deceased. Instituted by St. Odilo of Cluny in 998, it reflects the Church’s compassion towards souls in Purgatory. Through prayers and Masses, the faithful aid these souls, embodying the interconnection of the living and the dead in hope and charity.

The content outlines the liturgical events from November 2 to November 8, focusing on the commemoration of saints and the faithful departed. It describes the observance of the Twenty-First Sunday after Pentecost, All Souls’ Day, and the feast of St. Charles Borromeo. The texts emphasize themes of sanctity, intercession, and the communion of saints.

The message emphasizes the importance of “Holy Perseverance” amidst the Church’s commemoration of the Communion of Saints. It highlights the unbroken bond between the Church Triumphant, Suffering, and Militant. The call is to maintain faithfulness through trials, ensuring that all believers contribute to this enduring communion through prayer and sacred practices, uniting heaven and earth.

The Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost emphasizes God’s mercy and the restorative power of faith, as reflected in the Mass’s readings from Daniel and John. It highlights themes of repentance and vigilance, urging the faithful to trust in Christ’s healing word. The liturgy invites believers to embrace faith amidst trials, preparing for ultimate redemption.

The Gospel recounts a ruler seeking Jesus to heal his sick son. Jesus states that faith shouldn’t rely solely on signs. Despite this, the ruler believes Jesus’ word and, upon returning home, confirms his son’s healing. This illustrates a deeper faith beyond miracles, emphasizing belief in Jesus’ true nature and message.

The Vatican’s Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith will release a doctrinal note titled Mater Populi Fidelis on November 4, 2025. It clarifies Marian titles related to her cooperation in salvation, aiming to affirm her role without diminishing Christ’s unique position as Redeemer. It seeks ecumenical sensitivity while aligning with Church doctrine.

Dr. Caroline Kaye discusses the epistemic crisis in contemporary thought, contrasting postmodernism and Critical Theory. She argues that while postmodernism promotes humility and inquiry, Critical Theory seeks to impose ideology, leading to distortion in language and truth. The recovery of clarity in discourse and understanding of reality is essential for cultural renewal.

After the UK Supreme Court ruled that “sex” refers to biological sex, government bodies remain hesitant to enforce this decision, resulting in confusion regarding women’s rights. Advocacy group Sex Matters calls for public action to ensure legal clarity. Delays reflect deeper moral and political fears, undermining confidence in the law.

The article critiques the Living in Love and Faith (LLF) open letter from the Church of England, arguing it prioritizes sentiment over revelation, redefining love and grace as affirmation rather than truth. It cautions against a theology shaped by societal trends, emphasizing that authentic Christian love demands adherence to moral doctrine and conversion rather than mere inclusion.

On October 30, 2025, King Charles III announced the formal stripping of Prince Andrew’s titles and honors amid public pressure and moral concerns, while still denying any legal wrongdoing. This act emphasizes the monarchy’s vulnerability to public opinion and raises questions about justice, reputation, and the integrity of traditional institutional processes.

The murder of Wayne Broadhurst in Uxbridge epitomised a year of systemic failure. Across 2025, multiple violent crimes by asylum seekers or recent refugees—from Falkirk to Walsall—exposed the fragility of Britain’s asylum and enforcement systems.

The Aberdeen controversy highlights the Church’s fundamental unity based on truth from the Apostles, emphasizing that bishops must guard and teach this truth without contradiction. The recent FSSR letter reveals tensions between post-conciliar practices and traditional teachings, advocating for liturgical continuity and clarity that aligns with the perennial magisterium.

The text discusses the theological significance of the Eucharist in light of the Council of Trent, emphasizing the Mass as a propitiatory sacrifice rather than mere thanksgiving. It critiques post-conciliar liturgical reforms that shifted focus from Christ’s sacrificial nature to communal acknowledgment, warning this could lead to doctrinal amnesia about sin and redemption.

The controversy over Pope Leo XIV’s ecumenical gestures with Anglican leaders raises concerns about the validity of Anglican orders, previously deemed “absolutely null” by Leo XIII’s Apostolicae Curae. Critics argue such actions blur doctrinal clarity, risking confusion over the nature of the priesthood and sacramental validity within the Church.

The Feast of the Blessed Martyrs of Douai recalls 158 priests who died to preserve the Catholic Faith in England. Their courage stands in stark contrast to today’s collapse of faith and the Church’s accommodation to secularism. Their blood calls anew for England’s conversion and for a Church restored in truth, reverence, and holiness.

Peter Kwasniewski’s essay critiques the Novus Ordo Missae, arguing that it lacks true ritual qualities essential for divine worship, leading to a cultural decline. He emphasizes the importance of traditional liturgy in forming the soul and maintaining a divine-oriented community, asserting that the restoration of ritual is crucial for ecclesial and societal renewal.

The article critiques Pope Leo XIV’s new ecclesiology, suggesting that his focus on dialogue undermines the Church’s authoritative stance on truth. The shift towards a synodal approach risks transforming the Church from a teacher of truth to a facilitator of discussion, weakening doctrine and leading to spiritual confusion. Traditional voices warn of a crisis in faith.