Caleb Whitmer
@cpwhitmer
@ActonInstitute. Catholic, husband to @morganewhitmer, dad.
hoping against hope that the slightly more formal papal style heralds a return to the rhetorical heights of Paul VI's 1968 address to a conference of scientists who study caves, which probably goes harder than any speech at a conference devoted to the study of caves ever has:
This is the good man who also once offered himself in exchange for Israeli children held hostage. Bloodthirsty fanatics insist that we choose a side to hate, that we demonize either the Jewish people or the Palestinian people. The cardinal sets an example by refusing to do so
Today, Cardinal Pizzaballa spent a great time with Palestinian Christian children in Gaza.
One thing I love about gin and tonic is that it protects me from scurvy.
Amidst the backdrop of falling birth rates, I wrote Hannah's Children for three reasons: 1. To defend and explain the agency of women who differ from the norm on family size; too often they are misunderstood, portrayed as non-persons, and dismissed as having zero relevance for…
Should I read this book or is it all happy clappy stuff by women better than me that I can't relate to and will make me feel deep shame and anger?
"As a bishop in Peru, Robert Prevost was often on the lookout for used cars that he could buy cheap and fix up himself for use in parishes around his diocese. With cars that were really broken down, he'd watch YouTube videos to learn how to fix them" business-standard.com/world-news/can…
THE SUCCESSOR OF ST. PETER IS SIGNING A BASEBALL
I’m at the movie theater with a large popcorn and pop to see Mission Impossible in IMAX because Tom Cruise told me to.
It was a real pleasure to spend some time at @ActonInstitute talking about my research on Adam Smith and others, and attempting to draw some insights for today. Thanks especially to @dwchurchwell for extending the invitation and being an amazing host.
I enjoyed hosting @PhilipDBunn for the May lecture @ActonInstitute! Thinking well about technology, particularly anything to do with AI, is becoming difficult due to the speed (or perception there of) and systems impact of these changes. Philip is a needed voice in this space!
They are also a solid wall for young children to crash against which is…important.
Advantages of Altar Rails: 1. They speed up distribution of the Eucharist 2. They eliminate need for EM's 3. They beautify the sanctuary 4. They help older folks get down and up with less pain 5. They signal the sacredness of what lies beyond them 6. They give recipients time to…
Catholic popular piety + Americana roadside attraction culture + Pure Michigan. What’s not to love?
Stopped by the largest crucifix in the world yesterday (Indian River, Michigan.)
We are pleased to announce the upcoming ordination of seven of our brothers to the Priesthood of Jesus Christ! The ordination will take place on Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 9:30 A.M. in the Upper Church of the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in…
Pope Leo before singing the Regina Caeli: It is wonderful to think that, when we consider our individual calling, the situations we encounter and the people entrusted to our care, our commitments and responsibilities, and our service in the Church, each of us can say with…
Pope Leo recently suggested that we face “another industrial revolution,” especially regarding artificial intelligence. This week on the TI podcast, we’re featuring lectures from multiple speakers diving deep into this revolution and approaching its questions from various…
This is how you know the Holy Father is a true Midwesterner
Lots of people became overnight experts in Catholic Social Thought when the new pope chose the name Leo. Read beyond the Twitter experts. Here are my suggestions on primary and secondary sources to (re)read.
An important part of the “Golden Age” agenda should be nudging these fellows back into the workforce.
Newsletter: committeetounleashprosperity.com/hotlines/men-n…
Pope Leo XIV in his first homily, to the entire college of cardinals: "Even today, there are many settings in which the Christian faith is considered absurd, meant for the weak and unintelligent. Settings where other securities are preferred, like technology, money, success,…
One of my favorite paschal sermons from the Church Fathers comes from Pope St. Leo the Great. Might be a good time to read it if you never have. ccel.org/ccel/schaff/np… #newpope #LeoXIV
Very excited to be heading to Acton in a few weeks to participate in the Acton Lecture Series! If you're in the Grand Rapids area, I would love to see you there.
What if your freedom isn't lost at the ballot box—but in your mind? Adam Smith warned us about internal threats to liberty. @PhilipDBunn unpacks it at Acton on May 29.