Yes, “tyranny of the casual,” how apropos. I will remember that. It fits in perfectly with the expression “diabolical disorientation.” Our culture has become so diabolically disoriented by the “tyranny of the casual.” It is the effeminacy that Fr. Ripperger speaks of. The spirit of sloth has dulled our intellect and weakened our will. We all need to “man up”.
Dare I even suggest this? However, I do as a woman. Women, as mothers and coworkers of Christ who in many ways set the standard for civility in culture need to take themselves seriously so that their children take them seriously and develop a serious attitude towards life. This “manning up” is the virtue of fortitude-a warrior spirit.
I find it absolutely necessary as a mother to arm myself spiritually daily and consecrate my time and activities through out the day. In this malaise of sloth we are living in, it is imperative to pray continuously, without ceasing and cover our families with spiritual protection and in age appropriate ways, teach our children that they are engaged in a war for their souls.
Excellent points, Ruth. We certainly do need the warrior spirit. For women, fortitude has its own feminine character - women need not become men or act manly to have the fortitude of a warrior spirit. Rather, men and all of society need their unique feminine gifts which, through feminism, are largely lacking in the world today. The "standard for civility" you mention, upholding virtue, preserving chastity, prioritizing children, balancing pragmatism with beauty and justice with mercy - all of this are especially feminine. Men today are, as you said, generally effeminate, while women tend to be manly, often being practically transvestites in their masculine clothing, so the feminine element is basically missing. Naturally, the Blessed Virgin Mary is the greatest example of this holy femininity. Thank you for helping women and all of us rediscover this great gift.
Thank you Kaleb for this rousing sermon as we enter into the Advent season. The "tyranny of the casual" - love it, so true. I could almost feel the solid body blow punches you were landing to the egotistical and prideful psyche of our society. A welcome reminder, the wakeup call we all need, as Jesus tells us in today's gospel. 👍
Yes, “tyranny of the casual,” how apropos. I will remember that. It fits in perfectly with the expression “diabolical disorientation.” Our culture has become so diabolically disoriented by the “tyranny of the casual.” It is the effeminacy that Fr. Ripperger speaks of. The spirit of sloth has dulled our intellect and weakened our will. We all need to “man up”.
Dare I even suggest this? However, I do as a woman. Women, as mothers and coworkers of Christ who in many ways set the standard for civility in culture need to take themselves seriously so that their children take them seriously and develop a serious attitude towards life. This “manning up” is the virtue of fortitude-a warrior spirit.
I find it absolutely necessary as a mother to arm myself spiritually daily and consecrate my time and activities through out the day. In this malaise of sloth we are living in, it is imperative to pray continuously, without ceasing and cover our families with spiritual protection and in age appropriate ways, teach our children that they are engaged in a war for their souls.
Excellent points, Ruth. We certainly do need the warrior spirit. For women, fortitude has its own feminine character - women need not become men or act manly to have the fortitude of a warrior spirit. Rather, men and all of society need their unique feminine gifts which, through feminism, are largely lacking in the world today. The "standard for civility" you mention, upholding virtue, preserving chastity, prioritizing children, balancing pragmatism with beauty and justice with mercy - all of this are especially feminine. Men today are, as you said, generally effeminate, while women tend to be manly, often being practically transvestites in their masculine clothing, so the feminine element is basically missing. Naturally, the Blessed Virgin Mary is the greatest example of this holy femininity. Thank you for helping women and all of us rediscover this great gift.
Thank you Kaleb for this rousing sermon as we enter into the Advent season. The "tyranny of the casual" - love it, so true. I could almost feel the solid body blow punches you were landing to the egotistical and prideful psyche of our society. A welcome reminder, the wakeup call we all need, as Jesus tells us in today's gospel. 👍
Thanks, Al! I did watch a highlight video yesterday of George Foreman's greatest knockouts, maybe that contributed?