We used to have a saying in the news business; "never let the facts get in the way of a good story."  Those were the good 'ole days when facts still mattered.  That was when this sarcastic line was meant for the "sensational and irresponsible" media types who would do or say anything to get the lead story.  It was all about them.  Unfortunately, with today's media this is now much more the norm than the exception.  The media are more than ever all about their own ideology or agenda ,and at the top of their priority list is making the Church look bad.  This is now standard operating procedure.  It's insults, not information, and the truth is completely lost.

This is why it is so important to know our faith and to be able to respond to these attacks in a professional and Christ-like manner.  With this in mind here are two great resources from two very brave Bishops who have no problem telling it "like it is" and speaking the truth in love as St. Peter tells us in 1st Peter 3:15.  Pass these columns around!  Pray for these wonderful Bishops and all the Bishops, and do what you can to stand for the truth and our Church.

Ciao, God Bless, and READ these wonderful Bishops! - T

• Bishop Zubik/Diocese of Pittsburgh
• Archbishop Chaput/Archdiocese of Philadelphia