Father Longenecker has a post up about the trend of naming/renaming Protestant churches. I have noticed this also, as even denominational churches going with something more generic and dropping the denominational name.

Some actual names he lists:

• Cornerstone
• Fresh Spring
• Living Water Fellowship
• The Heritage
• The Vineyard
• Carpenter’s Church
• New Spring
• Flame Fellowship

He also list some with “mysteriously cool hip hop names” he has seen:

• Elevate
• Velocity
• The Edge
• Spark
• Matrix
• Volt
• WaveWalkers

Father then uses this trend to re-brand some possible Catholic parishes names.

• St Peter’s – The Rock
• Our Lady of the Rosary – Beads.com
• St John’s – BeLoved
• Prince of Peace – PeaceMan
• St Therese of Lisieux – ARose
• St Mary’s – Virge
• St Anthony’s – ATone
• St Elizabeth Ann Seaton – The Seat

Sounds like fun, so here are some of my suggestions:

• St. Peter – Sixteen18 (in my area there are several Eleven22 Protestant churches)
• St. Patrick’s Catholic Church – Shamrock
• St. Mark – Lost Garment Ministries
• St. Jude – Nothing is Impossible
• St. Augustine – Late Loving Fellowship
• St. Michael – Sword of Faith
• St. Anthony – Lost and Found
• St. Ignatius of Loyola – Cannonball
• St. Ambrose – Mother Tears
• Church of the Assumption – Rise Up
• St Therese of Lisieux – Little Ways
• St. Catherine of Siena – World on Fire
• St. Josaphat’s – Jumps
• St. Theresa of Avila Church – Non Gloomy Saints
• St. Boniface – The Ax
• Our Lady of Lourdes – Healing Waters
• St. John Henry Newman – Kindly Lights Community
• St. Padre Pio – Holy Hands

Maybe some Trad parishes can draw Protestants with a name such as:

• Calvary Chapel Veil

What are your suggestions?

This version of The Weekly Francis covers material released in the last week from 16 July 2020 to 30 July 2020.

The Weekly Francis is a compilation of the Holy Father’s writings, speeches, etc which I also post at Jimmy Akin’s blog.

Angelus

• 19 July 2020
• 26 July 2020

Papal Tweets

• “#OurLadyOfMountCarmel, our mother, help us to have innocent hands and a pure heart, and not to utter lies or speak ill of our neighbor. Then we will be able to go up to the mountain of the Lord and obtain His blessing, His justice, and His salvation.” @Pontifex 16 July 2020
• “In the parable of the weeds from the #GospelOfTheDay (Mt 13:24–43), Jesus helps us understand God’s patience, opening our hearts to hope.” @Pontifex 19 July 2020
• “When love for parents and children is inspired and purified by love for the Lord, it then becomes wholly fruitful and produces good fruits within the #family itself and well beyond it.” @Pontifex 21 July 2020
• “Prophecy is born whenever we allow ourselves to be challenged by God, not when we are concerned to keep everything quiet and under control.” @Pontifex 22 July 2020
• “The true pilgrim is capable of going at the pace of the slowest person. And Jesus is capable of this. Jesus is our pilgrim companion. He respects our situation, and does not accelerate the pace. He is the Lord of patience.” @Pontifex 25 July 2020
• “The Kingdom of Heaven is the opposite of the superfluous things the world offers, the opposite of a dull life: it is a treasure that renews everyday life and leads it to extend towards wider horizons. #GospelOfTheDay” @Pontifex 26 July 2020
• “On the memorial of the Saints Joachim and Anne, Jesus’s “grandparents”, I would like to invite young people to do something tender towards the elderly, especially the loneliest, in their homes or residences. Dear young people, each elderly person is your grandparent!” @Pontifex 26 July 2020
• “When someone offers us a service, we should not think that we deserve everything. Gratitude, appreciation is, first of all, good manners, but it is also a characteristic of a Christian. It is a simple but genuine sign of the Kingdom of God.” @Pontifex 27 July 2020
• “Men and women who pray know that hope is stronger than discouragement. They believe that love is more powerful than death, and that love will surely triumph one day, even if it be in times and ways we do not know. #Prayer” @Pontifex 29 July 2020
• “Trafficking in persons still constitutes an open wound on the body of contemporary society. I offer heartfelt thanks to all those who work on behalf of the innocent victims of the commodification of the human person. Much remains to be done! #EndHumanTrafficking” @Pontifex 30 July 2020
• “#Friendship is one of life’s gifts and a grace from God. Faithful friends, who stand at our side in times of difficulty, are a reflection of the Lord’s love, His gentle and consoling presence in our lives.” @Pontifex 30 July 2020

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This version of The Weekly Francis covers material released in the last week from 9 July 2020 to 14 July 2020.

The Weekly Francis is a compilation of the Holy Father’s writings, speeches, etc which I also post at Jimmy Akin’s blog.

Angelus

• 12 July 2020

Papal Tweets

• “Faith is either missionary or it is no faith at all. Faith takes us out of ourselves and toward others. Faith must be transmitted, not to convince but to offer a treasure. Let us ask the Lord to help us live our faith with open doors: a transparent faith.” @Pontifex 9 July 2020
• “#SaintBenedict, Patron of Europe, show us Christians of today how joyful hope always springs from faith, and how this can change the world.” @Pontifex 11 July 2020
• “The #GospelOfTheDay (Mt 13:1–23) recalls that the Word of God is a fruitful and effective seed that God scatters generously everywhere. If we want, we can become good soil, ploughed and carefully cultivated, to help ripen the seed of the Word. Making it fruitful depends on us.” @Pontifex 12 July 2020
• “On this #SeaSunday, we entrust to the Virgin Mary, Star of the Sea, all maritime personnel, fishermen, and their families. They have made many sacrifices – even during the lockdown – to continue working to provide us with food and other primary needs.” @Pontifex 12 July 2020
• “On the Day of Judgment we will not be judged for our ideas, but for the compassion we have shown to others.” @Pontifex 14 July 2020

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This version of The Weekly Francis covers material released in the last week from 2 July 2020 to 8 July 2020.

The Weekly Francis is a compilation of the Holy Father’s writings, speeches, etc which I also post at Jimmy Akin’s blog.

Angelus

• 5 July 2020

Homilies

• 8 July 2020 – Holy Mass presided over by Pope Francis in the Casa Santa Marta chapel on the anniversary of his visit to Lampedusa in 2013

Letters

• 2 July 2020 – Letter of the Holy Father Francis to His Holiness Benedict XVI, Pope Emeritus, for the death of his brother, Msgr. Georg Ratzinger

Papal Tweets

• “Video” @Pontifex 2 July 2020
• “Christian joy flows from listening to, and accepting, the Good News of the death and resurrection of Jesus. Whoever believes this message knows that life is born of the love of God the Father.” @Pontifex 3 July 2020
• “In some places, #cooperatives are being developed to exploit renewable sources of energy which ensure local self-sufficiency. They can make a real difference in the fight against climate change, thanks to a strong sense of community and a deep love for the land.” @Pontifex 4 July 2020
• “In the #GospelOfTheDay (Mt 11:25–30), Jesus praises the Father, because He has hidden the secrets of His Kingdom ”from the wise and the learned“ and revealed them to the ”little ones“, who long for Him and expect everything from Him.” @Pontifex 5 July 2020
• “The United Nations has called for an immediate, global ceasefire in order to face the Covid–19 pandemic and provide humanitarian aid. I hope this Resolution will be implemented quickly for the good of those who suffer and become a first step toward a future of peace.” @Pontifex 5 July 2020
• “Faith makes us walk with Jesus on the roads of this world, in the certainty that the power of His Spirit will bend the forces of evil, subjecting them to the power of God’s love.” @Pontifex 6 July 2020
• “On the anniversary of my visit to #Lampedusa, let us pray that we might discover the face of Jesus in all people forced to flee their homeland because of the many injustices that continue to afflict our world.
  @M_RSection” @Pontifex 8 July 2020

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This version of The Weekly Francis covers material released in the last week from 8 May 2020 to 1 July 2020.

The Weekly Francis is a compilation of the Holy Father’s writings, speeches, etc which I also post at Jimmy Akin’s blog.

Angelus

• 28 June 2020
• 29 June 2020

Daily Homilies (fervorinos)

• 8 May 2020 – His consolation is close, true and opens the doors of hope
• 9 May 2020 – The Holy Spirit makes harmony in the Church, the evil spirit destroys it

Homilies

• 29 June 2020 – Holy Mass and blessing of the Pallium for the new Metropolitan Archbishops on the Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul

Messages

• 30 June 2020 – Message of His Holiness Pope Francis to the Catholic Media Conference sponsored by the Catholic Press Association

Speeches

• 20 June 2020 – To the Doctors, Nurses and Healthcare workers from the Lombardy Region

Papal Tweets

• “In these difficult times, your work as maritime personnel and fishermen has become even more important. Today I would like to offer you a message of hope, comfort and consolation. #SeafarersAreKeyWorkers Message” @Pontifex 25 June 2020
• “Let us begin anew from the numerous examples of generous, freely-given love, which in these months have shown us how much closeness, care, and sacrifice are needed to nourish fraternity and civil coexistence. In this way, we will emerge from this crisis stronger.” @Pontifex 25 June 2020
• “Only those who see with the heart see things well, because they know how to “look into” each person: to see a brother or sister apart from his or her mistakes, hope amid difficulty. They see God everywhere.” @Pontifex 26 June 2020
• “If you are looking for meaning in life but, not finding one, you throw yourself away with ”imitations of love“, such as wealth, career, pleasure, or an addiction, let Jesus look at you, and you will discover you have always been loved.” @Pontifex 27 June 2020
• “Jesus says to His disciples: “Whoever does not take up his cross and follow me is not worthy of me” (Mt 10:38). There is no true love without the cross, without a personal price to pay. When borne with Jesus, the cross is not scary because He’s always at our side to help us.” @Pontifex 28 June 2020
• “God’s generous gratitude takes into account even the smallest gesture of love and service given to our brothers and sisters. Jesus teaches us this in #TheGospelOfTheDay (Mt 10:42).” @Pontifex 28 June 2020
• “I invite everyone to pray for the people of Yemen, especially children, who are suffering as a result of the very serious humanitarian crisis, and for those affected by the severe floods in Western Ukraine.” @Pontifex 28 June 2020
• “On the feast of the Apostles Peter and Paul, I would like to share two key words: unity and prophecy. The Lord asks each of us: “Do you want to be a builder of unity? Do you want to be a prophet of my heaven on earth?” Let’s find the courage to answer: “Yes, I do!”” @Pontifex 29 June 2020
• “Just as the Lord transformed Simon into Peter, so He calls each one of us, to make us living stones with which to build a renewed Church and a renewed humanity.” @Pontifex 29 June 2020
• “The proud Saul became Paul, a name that means “small”. The Lord shook him. He shattered Paul’s illusion of being respectably religious to make him His instrument. Homily” @Pontifex 29 June 2020
• “Today we are united in a special way with the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople. Peter and Andrew were brothers. Whenever possible, we exchange fraternal visits on our respective feast days, as we journey together towards the goal that the Lord desires: full unity.” @Pontifex 29 June 2020
• “Today the Fourth Conference of the European Union and the United Nations to “support the future of Syria and the region” takes place. Let us pray for this meeting, so that it might place above everything the good of peoples who need food, health care, education, work.” @Pontifex 30 June 2020
• “Today we commemorate the first martyrs of the Church of Rome. They have left us an inheritance to protect and imitate: the Gospel of love and mercy. The Christian martyrs of every period are men and women of peace, despite persecution.” @Pontifex 30 June 2020
• “Evil never gives peace. It causes frenzy first then leaves bitterness. Instead, God’s voice never promises cheap, easily acquired joy. He invites us to go beyond our ego to find that true good: peace.” @Pontifex 1 July 2020

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This version of The Weekly Francis covers material released in the last week from 11 June 2020 to 18 June 2020.

The Weekly Francis is a compilation of the Holy Father’s writings, speeches, etc which I also post at Jimmy Akin’s blog.

Angelus

• 14 June 2020

General Audiences

• 17 June 2020

Homilies

• 14 June 2020 – Holy Mass on the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ

Messages

• 13 June 2020 – Fourth World Day of the Poor, 2020: “Stretch forth your hand to the poor” (Sir 6:7)
• 17 June 2020 – Video Message of His Holiness Pope Francis to Maritime Personnel and their Families

Papal Tweets

• “Jesus welcomes sinners and eats with them. The same happens with us, in every Mass, in every church: Jesus is happy to welcome us at His table, where He offers Himself for us. #CorpusDomini” @Pontifex 11 June 2020
• “Many children are forced into jobs that are inappropriate for their age, depriving them of their childhood and jeopardizing their integral development. I appeal to institutions to spare no effort to protect minors. #NoChildLabourDay” @Pontifex 12 June 2020
• “If we draw God’s mercy, forgiveness, and tenderness from the #HeartOfJesus, then our heart too will gradually become more patient, more generous, and more merciful.” @Pontifex 12 June 2020
• ““Stretch forth your hand to the poor” (Sir 6:7). Age-old wisdom has proposed these words as a sacred rule to be followed in life. Message” @Pontifex 13 June 2020
• “Let us ask for the grace to approach everyone as a brother or sister, and never to regard anyone as an enemy.” @Pontifex 13 June 2020
• “God knows how weak our memory is, so He has done something remarkable: He left us a memorial. He left us Bread in which He is present, alive and true, with all the flavour of His love.” @Pontifex 14 June 2020
• “The Lord knows that evil and sins do not define us; they are diseases, infections. And he comes to heal them with the Eucharist, which contains the antibodies to our negative memory. With Jesus, we can become immune to sadness.” @Pontifex 14 June 2020
• “The Lord, offering himself to us in the simplicity of bread,invites us not to waste our lives in chasing the myriad illusions that we think we cannot do without,yet that leave us empty within. The Eucharist satisfies our hunger for material things and kindles our desire to serve.” @Pontifex 14 June 2020
• “In the Eucharist, Jesus draws close to us. Let us not turn away from those around us, those who hunger for food and dignity, those without work, and those who struggle to carry on. Genuine closeness is needed, as are true bonds of solidarity. Homily” @Pontifex 14 June 2020
• “I urge international bodies and those who have political and military responsibilities to search for a path to peace in #Libya. I pray for the thousands of migrants, refugees and internally displaced persons and call on the international community to take their plight to heart.” @Pontifex 14 June 2020
• “World Blood Donor Day is an opportunity to encourage society to be in solidarity with those in need. I express my appreciation to all those who perform this simple but very important act of helping others. #WBDD2020” @Pontifex 14 June 2020
• “The #Covid19 pandemic has shown that our societies are not organized well enough to make room for the elderly, with proper respect for their dignity and frailty. When the elderly are not cared for, there is no future for the young. #WEAAD2020” @Pontifex 15 June 2020
• “Our principle of unity is the Holy Spirit who reminds us that above all we are God’s beloved children. He comes to us, in our differences and difficulties to tell us that we have one Lord, Jesus, and one Father. For this reason we are brothers and sisters!” @Pontifex 15 June 2020
• “The Lord urges us to remember, repair, rebuild, and to do so together, never forgetting those who suffer.” @Pontifex 16 June 2020
• “To pray means to intercede for the world, to remember that despite all its frailties, it always belongs to God. #GeneralAudience #Prayer” @Pontifex 17 June 2020
• “The Lord cannot enter into hard or ideological hearts. The Lord enters into hearts that are like His: hearts that are open and compassionate.” @Pontifex 18 June 2020

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This version of The Weekly Francis covers material released in the last week from 22 August 2016 to 10 June 2020.

The Weekly Francis is a compilation of the Holy Father’s writings, speeches, etc which I also post at Jimmy Akin’s blog.

Angelus

• 7 June 2020

Daily Homilies (fervorinos)

• 10 May 2020 – Praying is going with Jesus to the Father who will give us everything
• 11 May 2020 – The Spirit teaches us everything, introduces us to mystery, makes us remember and discern
• 12 May 2020 – How does the world give peace, and how does the Lord give it?

General Audiences

• 3 June 2020
• 10 June 2020

Letters

• 5 June 2020 – Letter of the Holy Father to the President of the Republic of Colombia to mark the World Environment Day

Messages

• 22 August 2016 – Message for the 67th National Liturgical Week in Italy [Gubbio, 22–25 August 2016]

Papal Tweets

• “It is important to bring together scientific capabilities – in a transparent and disinterested way – in order to guarantee universal access to essential technologies that will enable every person, in every part of the world, to receive healthcare.” @Pontifex 4 June 2020
• “Everything is interconnected: Genuine care for our own lives and our relationships with nature is inseparable from fraternity, justice, and faithfulness to others. #LaudatoSi #WorldEnvironmentDay” @Pontifex 5 June 2020
• “The Heart of Christ is so great it wants to welcome us all into the revolution of tenderness.” @Pontifex 5 June 2020
• “The Spirit loves us and knows everyone’s place: for Him, we are not bits of confetti blown about by the wind, but irreplaceable fragments in His mosaic.” @Pontifex 6 June 2020
• “The feast of the #MostHolyTrinity invites us to let ourselves be fascinated by God’s beauty, goodness and inexhaustible truth. He is humble, near, who became flesh in order to enter into our history, so that every man and woman may encounter Him and have eternal life.” @Pontifex 7 June 2020
• “In many nations #Covid19 continues to claim many victims. I wish to express my closeness to those populations, to the sick and their families, and to all those who care for them. #PrayTogether” @Pontifex 7 June 2020
• “The #Beatitudes teach us that God, in order to give Himself to us, often chooses unthinkable paths, perhaps the path of our limitations, of our tears, of our defeats.” @Pontifex 8 June 2020
• “There are two Christian responses to escape the spiral of violence: prayer and the gift of self.” @Pontifex 9 June 2020
• “In our darkest moments, when we sin or are disoriented, we always have an appointment with God. We do not need to be afraid, because God will change our hearts and give us the blessing reserved for those who allow Him to change them. #GeneralAudience” @Pontifex 10 June 2020

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