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To a Friend, on Persevering in a Most Unholy and Unchristian Age

Tradition and Sanity

"Judging from what you say on social media, you seem to be in a theological and spiritual tailspin. Are you letting yourself get consumed with negativity? In the Church—as in the world at large—there is plenty of evil, no doubt about it, and therefore plenty of cause for despondency. The question, always, is: What are we going to do with the negativity: will we face it down by the power of the Holy Name of Jesus, or will we let it enter into our house like a rot or a nest of termites, take up residence in our fibers like a cancer—and finally dominate us?" This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.traditionsanity.com/subscribe