Phyllis Zagano

Just Catholic: So many of the so-called "Catholic" bloggers posting online are negative. Since they write without editors, publishers or clerical sanction, it is a wonder anyone listens to them.

Just Catholic: Too much in life is a race to the finish. The same is happening in the church. Diocesan bureaucracy often moves too fast, without checking the options.

Just Catholic: Luxury predicts downfall, and when food preparation gets too fancy, the society is about to crumble. It is something to think about as we follow the latest celebrity chefs.

Just Catholic: Actress Alyssa Milano recently tweeted: "If you've been sexually harassed or assaulted write 'me too' as a reply to this tweet." Since then, some half million people tweeted "Me Too."

Just Catholic: "Where's the food?" The U.N. Food and Agriculture Organization's work is up against international conglomerates that are creating, not reducing, malnutrition.

Just Catholic: It happens between relatives, "friends," co-workers and schoolmates. It is the presenting symptom of insecurities and hate. It spawns desolation, destruction and death.