Issue: July 1979
The Archbishop Speaks
Homily of Archbishop Marcel Lefebvre on the occasion of a new priest's first Mass at Poitiers, France, September 3, 1977, on real and apparent disobedience.
Saint Mary Magdalen
Who is this woman of whom we know only a few details?...
The Development of the Roman Mass
Mr. Michael Davies delivers an open lesson to an English Bishop for his criticism of Archbishop Lefebvre's conduct in reaction to the New Mass and other innovations following Vatican II, which leads into his chief subject: a short history of the development of the Roman Rite.
News from Econe
Visits of Archbishop Lefebvre to France, Rogation Days, pilgrimages, and feast days provide topics for this month's news from the Society's Ecône seminary. Includes a sketch of the life of St. Nicholas of Flue.
Mary Martinez writes from Rome
Vaticanista Mary Martinez marshalls anecdotes and facts (e.g. that Agostino Casaroli, second in command in the Church, is a full-fledged Freemason, registration no. 41/076) to give an indication of where the new Pope's pontificate is headed.
On Marriage
Dr. Buckalew contrasts what the Concilar Church says about marriage with the teaching of the Roman Catholic Church.
SACRILEGE
Mrs. Slovak reports on Jesus '79, a diocesan-sponsored Charismatic rally.
What a Difference a Year Makes
A local St. Marys, Kansas, reporter relates the tale of the Society's move to St. Marys, the tragic fire that destroyed the Immaculata Chapel, and the indomitable spirit of those who have come to put down roots in St. Marys...
Saint Mary
An update on the progress at St. Mary's Academy and information for the academic year.
Archbishop Lefebvre Visits Michigan
Conferral of minor orders and the dedication of a new chapel were on Archbishop Lefebvre's agenda during his visit to Michigan.
Ordained to the Holy Priesthood
The roster of seminarians ordained to the priesthood by Archbishop Lefebvre on June 29, 1979.
Ask Me...
Father Carl answers questions about the purity of the water used in the consecration, the priest's intention in confession, excommunication, and attending a Byzantine-rite liturgy.