- Archaeologism and the Death of the Living Body: The Fabrication of a Liturgical Rupture
The article critiques the 1969 liturgical reform, arguing it represents a constructed rupture from traditional practices rather than a genuine restoration. It highlights the dangers of archaeologism, which assumes historical deviations justify reconstitution. Ultimately, the author contends that this method risks severing continuity within the Church, compromising doctrinal clarity and unity.
- ORDO w/c 19.04.26
The content outlines the liturgical celebrations from 19 to 26 April, focusing on the significance of various saints and feasts in the context of the Paschal season. It emphasises themes of resurrection, divine mercy, steadfastness in faith, and the Church’s unity through its apostolic heritage, culminating in the commemoration of St Joseph.
- Sermon for St. Leo the Great
St. Leo the Great, a prominent Bishop of Rome, played a crucial role during significant theological controversies and invasions. He asserted the dual nature of Christ against various heresies, culminating in the Council of Chalcedon. His leadership and teachings fortified the Church’s doctrine while navigating political and spiritual turmoil until his death in 461.
- Sermon for St. Justin Martyr
St. Justin Martyr, a second-century Christian apologist, sought truth through various philosophical traditions before embracing Christianity. He defended the faith through writings, emphasising that other philosophies contain seeds of truth. Unlike other apologists, he detailed Christian worship practices, advocating for recognition of common truths across religions while affirming the unique salvation found in Christ.
- Sermon for Low Sunday
Low Sunday, as reflected upon by the Revd Dr Robert Wilson, highlights Thomas’s scepticism regarding Jesus’ resurrection. His doubt mirrors contemporary concerns over truth and faith in a post-modern age where feelings often overshadow evidence. The piece urges reliance on the collective testimony of believers throughout history to affirm faith.
- ORDO w/c 12.04.26
The content details the liturgical schedule following Easter, highlighting significant saints’ feast days and Mass rites from Low Sunday through the Second Sunday after Easter. It emphasises themes of resurrection, martyrdom, doctrinal fidelity, and the church’s nurturing role, reflecting on the importance of faith maintained through tradition and sacramental participation.
- The Hollow Crown and the Age of Double Speech: Britain’s Constitutional Order in an Era of Managed Meaning
The article discusses the evolution of Britain’s constitutional order, highlighting a shift from a society grounded in moral truth to one focused on managed meaning. It examines the discrepancy between ceremonial obligations and the lack of genuine conviction, especially within the monarchy and the Church of England, ultimately questioning the future sustainability of such ambiguity.
- Displacement Without Resolution: Broken Bay, the Vetus Ordo, and the Burden Placed on the Faithful
On 17 March 2026, Bishop Anthony Randazzo announced the relocation of the Extraordinary Form Mass from St Benedict’s, Arcadia to St Leonard’s, Naremburn, citing logistical constraints. This decision, perceived as a disruption to a stable community, introduces challenges for families, particularly due to increased travel and an inconvenient afternoon schedule, risking diminished participation.
- A Valid Rite, A Diminished Faith: The Crisis of Eucharistic Expression After 1969
The reform of the Roman Rite post-1969 has sparked debate regarding its validity and the clarity of the Eucharistic sacrifice expression. Critics argue that while the Mass maintains validity, its sacrificial elements have been diluted, weakening belief in the Real Presence and altering the foundational understanding of the rite’s purpose and significance.
- A Ceremony and a Massacre: The Crown, the State, and the Politics of Selective Silence
A banquet at Windsor. A sermon at Lambeth. Days later—mass graves in Nigeria. Britain knew the reality and chose silence. This is not diplomacy. It is policy by omission.
- Britain’s Churches Under Siege: Ten Crimes a Day and the Silence of a Nation
Britain’s churches face a troubling trend of more than ten crimes per day, signalling the erosion of cultural reverence towards these sacred spaces. With over 9,000 recorded offences between 2022 and 2024, the lack of institutional response highlights a societal shift where churches are now seen as incidental rather than essential, reflecting a broader crisis of values.
- Easter as Judgment and Renewal: The Resurrection Against Nominal Christianity
The Paschal message underscores Easter as a transformative event, challenging nominal Christianity. It demands active participation in the Resurrection, asserting that faith without change is insufficient. The empty tomb commands believers to confront sin and embrace moral renewal, highlighting that Easter is foundational to Christian identity and practice.
- The Architect of Ambiguity: Rowan Williams, Sarah Mullally, and the Inheritance of Non-Decision
Rowan Williams’ recent commentary addresses Sarah Mullally’s upcoming role as Archbishop of Canterbury. He criticises the Church’s trend towards ambiguity and managerialism, highlighting the need for clear decision-making amidst existing divisions. Mullally must confront this legacy, balancing the desire for unity with the necessity of truth in an increasingly fragmented Anglican Communion.
- Cambridge Corrected: Academic Freedom, Legal Reality, and the Quiet Collapse of Institutional Neutrality
In April 2026, the University of Cambridge amended policies to recognise the protection of gender-critical beliefs under the Equality Act 2010, following intervention by the Committee for Academic Freedom. This change highlights a significant gap between institutional practices and statutory law, indicating a broader issue within elite universities regarding adherence to academic freedom and pluralism.
- The Family Courts Crisis: Managing Collapse While Ignoring Its Causes
England’s family courts face a crisis, processing a staggering volume of cases due to societal instability and declining marriage rates. With 255 new children’s cases daily, reforms totalling £82 million aim to prioritise child welfare but fail to address root causes of family breakdown, resulting in ongoing challenges for children and the system.
- The Sisters and the State: Conscience, Compulsion, and the Last Freedom
Recent evaluations in Finland, England, and Sweden have challenged the accepted model of gender-affirming care for minors, revealing that psychiatric comorbidity often precedes gender dysphoria, questioning the validity of immediate affirmation. National guidelines now emphasise psychological assessment, advocating a cautious, evidence-based approach rather than the previous model’s urgency.
- The Finnish Reckoning: Gender Medicine, Mental Health, and the Moral Limits of Affirmation
Recent evaluations in Finland, England, and Sweden have challenged the accepted model of gender-affirming care for minors, revealing that psychiatric comorbidity often precedes gender dysphoria, questioning the validity of immediate affirmation. National guidelines now emphasise psychological assessment, advocating a cautious, evidence-based approach rather than the previous model’s urgency.
- The Inflation of Sanctity: Canonisation, Credibility, and the Crisis of Authority
The article discusses the rising number of Catholic canonisations, particularly recent popes, suggesting a shift in the Church’s discernment of sanctity. It highlights concerns regarding the credibility of the process and its potential convergence with ecclesial governance, raising questions about the true nature of sanctity in a time of institutional fragility.
- The Price of “Freedom”: Demography, Anthropology, and the Collapse of the Family Horizon
Britain’s fertility rate has dropped significantly, falling to 1.44 in 2023, below the replacement level of 2.1. Economic pressures, particularly high housing and childcare costs, contribute to this decline as individuals prioritise financial autonomy over parenthood. This shift reflects a broader societal change in values, questioning the importance of family.
The article critiques the 1969 liturgical reform, arguing it represents a constructed rupture from traditional practices rather than a genuine restoration. It highlights the dangers of archaeologism, which assumes historical deviations justify reconstitution. Ultimately, the author contends that this method risks severing continuity within the Church, compromising doctrinal clarity and unity.
The content outlines the liturgical celebrations from 19 to 26 April, focusing on the significance of various saints and feasts in the context of the Paschal season. It emphasises themes of resurrection, divine mercy, steadfastness in faith, and the Church’s unity through its apostolic heritage, culminating in the commemoration of St Joseph.
St. Leo the Great, a prominent Bishop of Rome, played a crucial role during significant theological controversies and invasions. He asserted the dual nature of Christ against various heresies, culminating in the Council of Chalcedon. His leadership and teachings fortified the Church’s doctrine while navigating political and spiritual turmoil until his death in 461.
St. Justin Martyr, a second-century Christian apologist, sought truth through various philosophical traditions before embracing Christianity. He defended the faith through writings, emphasising that other philosophies contain seeds of truth. Unlike other apologists, he detailed Christian worship practices, advocating for recognition of common truths across religions while affirming the unique salvation found in Christ.
Low Sunday, as reflected upon by the Revd Dr Robert Wilson, highlights Thomas’s scepticism regarding Jesus’ resurrection. His doubt mirrors contemporary concerns over truth and faith in a post-modern age where feelings often overshadow evidence. The piece urges reliance on the collective testimony of believers throughout history to affirm faith.
The article discusses the evolution of Britain’s constitutional order, highlighting a shift from a society grounded in moral truth to one focused on managed meaning. It examines the discrepancy between ceremonial obligations and the lack of genuine conviction, especially within the monarchy and the Church of England, ultimately questioning the future sustainability of such ambiguity.
On 17 March 2026, Bishop Anthony Randazzo announced the relocation of the Extraordinary Form Mass from St Benedict’s, Arcadia to St Leonard’s, Naremburn, citing logistical constraints. This decision, perceived as a disruption to a stable community, introduces challenges for families, particularly due to increased travel and an inconvenient afternoon schedule, risking diminished participation.
The reform of the Roman Rite post-1969 has sparked debate regarding its validity and the clarity of the Eucharistic sacrifice expression. Critics argue that while the Mass maintains validity, its sacrificial elements have been diluted, weakening belief in the Real Presence and altering the foundational understanding of the rite’s purpose and significance.
A banquet at Windsor. A sermon at Lambeth. Days later—mass graves in Nigeria. Britain knew the reality and chose silence. This is not diplomacy. It is policy by omission.
Britain’s churches face a troubling trend of more than ten crimes per day, signalling the erosion of cultural reverence towards these sacred spaces. With over 9,000 recorded offences between 2022 and 2024, the lack of institutional response highlights a societal shift where churches are now seen as incidental rather than essential, reflecting a broader crisis of values.
The Paschal message underscores Easter as a transformative event, challenging nominal Christianity. It demands active participation in the Resurrection, asserting that faith without change is insufficient. The empty tomb commands believers to confront sin and embrace moral renewal, highlighting that Easter is foundational to Christian identity and practice.
Rowan Williams’ recent commentary addresses Sarah Mullally’s upcoming role as Archbishop of Canterbury. He criticises the Church’s trend towards ambiguity and managerialism, highlighting the need for clear decision-making amidst existing divisions. Mullally must confront this legacy, balancing the desire for unity with the necessity of truth in an increasingly fragmented Anglican Communion.
In April 2026, the University of Cambridge amended policies to recognise the protection of gender-critical beliefs under the Equality Act 2010, following intervention by the Committee for Academic Freedom. This change highlights a significant gap between institutional practices and statutory law, indicating a broader issue within elite universities regarding adherence to academic freedom and pluralism.
England’s family courts face a crisis, processing a staggering volume of cases due to societal instability and declining marriage rates. With 255 new children’s cases daily, reforms totalling £82 million aim to prioritise child welfare but fail to address root causes of family breakdown, resulting in ongoing challenges for children and the system.
Recent evaluations in Finland, England, and Sweden have challenged the accepted model of gender-affirming care for minors, revealing that psychiatric comorbidity often precedes gender dysphoria, questioning the validity of immediate affirmation. National guidelines now emphasise psychological assessment, advocating a cautious, evidence-based approach rather than the previous model’s urgency.
Recent evaluations in Finland, England, and Sweden have challenged the accepted model of gender-affirming care for minors, revealing that psychiatric comorbidity often precedes gender dysphoria, questioning the validity of immediate affirmation. National guidelines now emphasise psychological assessment, advocating a cautious, evidence-based approach rather than the previous model’s urgency.
The article discusses the rising number of Catholic canonisations, particularly recent popes, suggesting a shift in the Church’s discernment of sanctity. It highlights concerns regarding the credibility of the process and its potential convergence with ecclesial governance, raising questions about the true nature of sanctity in a time of institutional fragility.
Britain’s fertility rate has dropped significantly, falling to 1.44 in 2023, below the replacement level of 2.1. Economic pressures, particularly high housing and childcare costs, contribute to this decline as individuals prioritise financial autonomy over parenthood. This shift reflects a broader societal change in values, questioning the importance of family.
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