Monthly Archives: July 2013

Indulge me

Posted on July 25, 2013 by Quentin

“Pope will wash away your sins through twitter” ran the headline in my newspaper. Apparently those who wish to earn the plenary indulgence associated with the Pope’s visit to Brazil do not need to go there; instead they can follow … Continue reading →

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The rewards of rage

Posted on July 18, 2013 by Quentin

Having been connected with international finance for many years I must confess to having an almost unhealthy knowledge of how to reduce taxation. I know how to make taxable profits pop up in my country of choice. I know where … Continue reading →

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Bishops’ boots

Posted on July 11, 2013 by Quentin

Cardinal König wrote (Tablet, 27 March 1999): “In fact however, de facto and not de jure, intentionally or unintentionally, the curial authorities working in conjunction with the Pope have appropriated the tasks of the episcopal college.  It is they who … Continue reading →

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Follow my leader

Posted on July 4, 2013 by Quentin

Some years ago I was asked by the chief executive of a large company which dealt directly with the public to advise him on organic changes which might turn a successful business into a very successful business. I recommended that, … Continue reading →

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