Sun Sep 15 15:21:53 UTC 2024: ## Feast of the Cross and Chess Blunders: A Day in the Life of a Traditional Catholic Blogger
Yesterday, on the Feast of the Exaltation of the Cross, a traditional Catholic blogger, who remains anonymous, shared reflections on his day in a lengthy blog post.
The post began with a description of the veneration of a fragment of the Holy Cross at the blogger’s adopted parish in Rome, Ss. Trinità dei Pellegrini. He then appealed to readers to support him financially by using his affiliate links for online shopping, which would help him cover health insurance and other expenses.
The blogger also shared his thoughts on clerical attire, recommending a Guayabera shirt for hot weather. He then moved on to discuss his recent experiences with chess, lamenting a blunder in his first rated game in 50 years and noting the impressive performance of Vasyl Ivanchuk in a recent match against Wesley So.
Throughout the post, the blogger interspersed his own thoughts with traditional Catholic prayers, quotes from Church Fathers and Popes, and reflections on the state of the Church. He encouraged readers to become “Custos Traditionis” by committing to daily “Memorare” prayers and weekly penances.
The blogger also highlighted the importance of Latin for Catholics, promoted his monthly subscription service, and urged his readers to “ACTIVATE YOUR CONFIRMATION” and get involved in the Church. He concluded the post with a call to action, urging readers to support various charities, including pro-life organizations, monasteries, and soap-making nuns.
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