This is Why Isolating Ourselves Is not the Solution

People who see the horrors of our chaotic world frequently segue to looking for a dangerous non-solution—the Benedict Option. That is why we must resist the temptation of simply writing off the present system with all its problems and isolating ourselves. In resisting, we reaffirm our certainty in Our Lady’s triumph foreseen at Fatima. If … Read more

Who Actually Won the Culture War?

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Upon reading Rod Dreher’s new book, The Benedict Option, I was immediately struck by his declaration that the Culture War is over and conservatives have lost. I was not aware of the signing of any treaty. Someone also should have told the other side, since they are still firing at us with everything they have. … Read more

Is the Benedict Option the Answer to Neo-Barbarianism?

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At a recent talk, I compared our days to the times of the barbarian invasions and the fall of the Roman Empire. It is a fairly common comparison that applies to decadent societies like our own. In the end, I highlighted the need to continue to fight the Culture War and thus oppose the neo-barbarians … Read more

The Benedict Option Without Benedict

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Many conservatives are facing the brutal reality of a culture that undermines their Faith and destroys their values. Not a few have made the logical comparison to the Christians facing both the Roman Empire’s decadent “establishment” and the ruthlessly aggressive ways of the barbarians who threatened to destroy what remained of civilization. And so, the … Read more

At TFP National Conference: Is the Benedict Option an Option?

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Nearly 200 supporters, friends and members of The American Society for the Defense of Tradition, Family and Property (TFP) gathered on October 23-25 in Spring Grove, Penn. to discuss the theme “On the Winning Side of History: Our Role in the Coming Storm.” Is Technology Ruining Your Life? Take A Quick Quiz To Find Out … Read more