Now Experts Are Worse Than Useless
Millennials seem to believe anything that comes from the mouth of an “expert.
2018
2019: Year of the Fast
Fasting is probably the healthiest thing you can do for yourself. It’s also the cheapest healthy thing you can do.
Glad I Won't Be Around
I was about five or six the first time I heard my mom say, “I’m glad I won’t be around to see it.
St. Meinrad Archabbey (Photos)
This is the abbey church at St. Meinrad’s Archabbey in St. Meinrad, Indiana.
It's a New Blog
Let’s see if this works, shall we? I spent all day moving my blog from a self-hosted Wordpress site to a Hugo static site.
Remember: Vote for Dottie Bailey in Wildwood, Eureka, Pacific MO
You know why. I’ve told you repeatedly. You have one job tomorrow if you live in Eureka, Wildwood, or Pacific.
Josh Hawley for US Senate
Elect Hawley. Retire that wicked witch of the swamp McCaskill so you can walk with a little pride, Missouri.
How will God answer our prayers?
How will God answer our prayers to make America holy again? For 17 days we’ve been praying, going to confession, going to mass as often as we can.
How I'm Voting
In case anyone cares. US Senate: Josh Hawley US House, 2nd District: Ann Wagner
Election Day Spiritual Warfare
Polls open in less than 48 hours. History tells us how to win the election with spiritual warfare.
Perfect Words from Trump
Even his supporters say President Trump’s speech is sometimes inelegant. Intentional or accidental, the president’s word choice often triggers his enemies and sometimes confuses his many supporters.
Democrats Hate Asylum Seekers From Commie Countries
WARNING: College-educated suburban women should not read this article because it will punch holes in their unicorn-and-rainbows delusions.
What do Stoics and Catholics Have in Common?
Lots, actually. But one Stoic practice that’s central to Christianity seems pertinent on All Hallow’s Eve: memento mori.
The Secret to a Better Life and Less Political Violence Is Here
If you read a lot of business and personal improvement blogs, you know they feed a lot of tips for living a better life.
This could make Missouri a blue state fast
Amendment 1 would turn over Missouri’s state and federal gerrymandering to an unelected demographer.
I was wrong! And here's the lesson
A couple of days back I said the mail “bombs” looked like a false flag.
Looks Like a False Flag Event
Maybe it’s a false flag. Maybe it’s not. But it looks like a false flag.
Here's what's at stake on November 7
I get the feeling a lot of people think mid-term elections are like pre-season hockey.
What's October Without a Fest? Wed. Oct. 24 @ 6:30 p.m.
And by “fest” I mean “fundraiser.” Or just fun. For Dottie Bailey, soon to be the new Missouri House Rep from 110th District of Wildwood, Eureka, and Pacific.
Are These Woman as Stupid as They Say?
I keep hearing the media say terrible things about women who live in suburbs and went to college.
How to shield Brett Kavanaugh against spells of witches
You probably heard that a bunch of witches are gathering in New York City today to put hexes on Justice Brett Kavanaugh, Donald Trump, and others.
The secret to holding the House of Representatives
No, it’s not more money. Nor better ads. Nor snarkier tweets. Nor more Facebook friends.
Donald the Great
In less than two years, Donald J. Trump has already achieved more as President of the United States than most of his predecessors did in eight or more years.
How did I get the Kavanaugh vote so wrong?
I predicted that Judge Brett Kavanaugh would be rejected by the Senate. I was wrong.
You Will Be Punished Efficiently
The trains to Auschwitz ran on time. Brutal dictatorships love efficiency. Stalin. Hitler.
We've Never Been Closer to Totalitarianism
Very scary thought: If the Democrats take over the House and Senate in January, they could impeach both Trump and Pence and try them in the Senate at the same time making Nancy Pelosi president.
Pray for Our Nation
I can’t believe I missed it. A 54-day novena for our nation. It ends on October 7 with the Rosary Coast-to-Coast.
Amy Coney Barrett: Remember Her Name
Scott Adams predicts Brett Kavanaugh will be confirmed. I don’t. I predict his nomination won’t get out of committee.
This Day Comes Only Once a Year
But the urgency of this moment comes only twice per millennium. Will you be there?
I think it's all a lie, but it will work
The Kavanaugh thing. I think it’s all a lie. Everything. I’ve been around Democrats and progressives too long.
Rosary Coast-to-Coast October 7—Pray for America! *UPDATE*
The holy Rosary is a powerful weapon! St. Josemaria Escriva On Sunday, October 7 at 3:30 p.
What the World Needs Now
Unless you’re training a young puppy, you don’t think about it very often.
How God Uses Dogs
Stella Is My Teacher # This is probably disturbing to theologians and apologists, but it makes sense to me.
The Little Girl in Cory Booker
A faction in America seems hellbent on destroying the country in order to save it from Donald Trump.
The Kavanaugh Conniption
Judging by the hateful behavior of the materialistic left, you’d think Judge Brett Kavanaugh has a history of driving around neighborhoods and stopping to strangle puppies in front of their 5-year-old masters.
But What If the Holy Father Is Right?
You might think I’ve been pretty hard on Pope Francis lately. I’ve questioned whether his refusal to deny Archbishop Viganò’s accusations.
Did Pope Francis and Vatican Sec State Admit Viganò's Testimony?
One week after Archbishop Carlo Viganò released his bombshell letter, it looks obvious that Pope Francis admits the key allegation: Francis knew McCarrick to be a serial molester, and he returned McCarrick to public ministry anyway.
Why Would I Do This Now?
“Good luck with your evangelism,” my wife said. We were discussing my plan to become a Catholic Street Evangelist.
Jim Towey Is Confused
God bless Jim Towey and the work of his school, Ave Maria University.
Pope Emeritus Benedict Can Settle It All
One man can confirm or deny the central allegation against Pope Francis. The Catholic Church needs that man to step up now.
The Fisherman's Other Shoe Just Dropped
God, come to our assistance O, Lord, make haste to help us
Take the Leap of Faith
Thousands of religions have sprung up around the world. Most lasted less than a generation.
Hennessy's View Now Ad-Free!
I’ve been using Google Adsense for years to offset the cost of hosting this site.
Why Do You Stay?
Why do you stay a Catholic? Today’s Gospel reading comes from John 6.
A Bishop Does the Right Thing and the Post-Dispatch Deceives You
It’s Friday, and our archbishop in St. Louis has done a great thing.
Now, Let's Thank God for Priests
I heard a story a long time ago. From a woman who escaped the Soviet Union and came to America.
You Need the Church Christ Founded
Because of my sinfulness and selfishness, I was out of communion with the blessed sacrament for most of my adult life.
Remember, Lord, how your servants are taunted (because of the sex abuse scandal)
Another day, another 300 accused predatory priests. When will it end, Lord? When will it end?
How to Find Truth In Consistency
A great colleague and I invented something in 2010. It was a two-day workshop for companies.
The Power of Praise
I need to practice something. I need to practice being more generous with compliments and praise of others.
How to Get to Heaven (I think)
God made man and woman, and man and woman screwed everything up. So, eventually, God gave up the comforts of heaven and most of the perks of being God to become a man on earth and show us how to do it right.
Happy Birthday to a Special Friend
Just a short note to wish my friend Jim a happy birthday.
How I Deal With the Pope's Teaching on the Death Penalty
Last week, Pope Francis approved a change to the Catechism of the Catholic Church.
Follow-up to Yesterday's Post
Not all television is bad. Yesterday, I wrote about a dark and unpleasant future.
What Should We Do Next?
God laughs at man’s plans. That’s because God has already given us the only plan we need.
Crawling Back to Happiness and Freedom
Happiness # Did you know that the word “happiness” means “blessed?” Neither did I.
Dottie Bailey Won
Dottie Bailey defeated Rockwood School Board President Matt Doell in the Republican primary for Missouri House District 110.
Primary Fast: Day 14
You made it. If you began the Fast with me, today is the last day of skipping breakfast and lunch.
Urgent: We Need Poll Sitters
We need poll sitters. Poll workers for Dottie Bailey for Missouri House District 110.
Listen to Napoleon
Vote for Dottie Bailey If you don’t vote for Dottie, I’ll come to your house and dance.
Matt Doell: The Ru Paul of Eureka
Matt Doell pretending to be a Republican is the greatest display of cross-dressing since the Broadway premiere of La Cage Aux Folles.
Doell's Soul Roe's Latest Victim
Personally, I like Jeff Roe, the political consultant. He called me the night before Ted Cruz announced his run for president.
Breaking: Droopy Matt Doell Gets Dirty
[caption id=“attachment_36429” align=“alignleft” width=“210”] Droopy (or Disgusting?) Matt Doell[/caption] Voters in House District 110 are asking why they received such a “disgusting” flyer from candidate Matt Doell.
Doell Slammed by Ethics Commission for Phony Complaint
Matt Doell made a desperate attempt to sick the MEC on Hennessy’s View.
Bad Judgment on Rockwood School Board (or something worse?)
Everyone remembers the horrible audit of the Rockwood School District. ** $1.2 million wasted in double payments ** Contracts awarded to a construction company that had one of its executives on the board ** Feeble, “arrogant” response to the audit from board members ** Bad management!
How Many Kids Did You Save Today?
Rush Limbaugh says radical feminism’s goal is to see that every abortion that can happen does.
I could listen to this for hours: Veni Creator Spiritus
I love listening to Gregorian Chant. It’s all beautiful. But one chant, for me, stands above the rest.
Don't Fast on Sundays
Many years ago, a company hired a new president. After several months on the job, this new president learned that most of his employees couldn’t pick him out of a line-up.
State House Candidate Likes Local Control after Embarrassing State Audit
One of the candidates for Missouri House District 110 (Eureka, Wildwood, and Pacific) sent out a mailer to voters today.
Primary Fasting
I invite you to join a centuries-old tradition: fasting for a cause. Moses and Jesus fasted for 40 days.
Quick Math Facts on Rockwood School District Tax History. UPDATE: RDS Servers Bouncing?
One of the candidates running for the state House of Representatives in District 110 has been on the Rockwood School Board since 2011.
All Politicians Treat Constitutents Well
Some people complain about politicians not representing their constituents well. I disagree. From what I’ve seen in my life, all politicians do a great job of representing their constituents.
An Awesome Prayer to Start Your Day
You will find yourself saying this out loud as if it we’re a great soliloquy.
Declare Independence from Social Media. Do This Instead
The American Revolution started in a tavern. Actually, it started in many taverns.
Father's Day
For 99.875% of modern human existence, women tended the village and the home while men did dangerous things for long periods of time.
How to Deal With Events
Governor Eric Greitens resigned. Friend of the lobbyists, Mike Parson, became Missouri’s governor.
I Know a Saint
My mom and dad have two anniversaries. One anniversary celebrates the day my uncle Bob drove them to Hot Springs, Arkansas to elope.
Why Is Jay Barnes So Angry?
Remember this? I’m sure you have some cosmic rationale
Descend on Jefferson City
It’s time. Powerful and corrupt people want to undo the 2016 election. In Washington.
Poll Your Missouri State Rep Now
Simple mission: poll your Missouri State Rep. If you don’t know your rep, I’ll give you a link a little later.
Glory Days for Missouri Republicans
I had a friend was a big baseball player
Trump: Morning in America Part II
When you hide the name and simply list accomplishments, any reasonable person would agree that Donald Trump has done more good for the country than any president in living memory.
Missouri Crimes
Scott Faughn’s name came up in conversation last week. “What’s this Faughn guy’s role in the Greitens' investigation?
Hard Advice for Many Friends
“The [Johnson] Treatment” could last anywhere from ten minutes or four hours and it would come whenever and wherever Johnson might find a fellow Senator or politician within his radius.
Party Thursday!
A great State Rep decides to give up his seat. The seat previously held by the Speaker of the House and a conservative legend.
Doc of the Decade Is Almost Here. Watch the Trailer
This is the most important documentary of the decade. https://youtu.be/X_AyP9SAEJc What can you do?
King David and Eric Greitens
People have an innate sense of justice. One evening David got up from his bed and walked around on the roof of the palace.
Eric Greitens in His Own Words
My blog includes links to related posts at the bottom of every individual post page.
How Senator Schaff's "Clean Missouri" Plan Will Deliver the Legislature to Democrats
People who spend a lot of time in Jefferson City say Rob Schaff is so consumed with Governor Greitens that he’s completely lost his marbles.
A Candidate With Skin in the Game
*Ninety-eight percent of Americans - plumbers, dentists, bus drivers - have skin in the game.
The Odyssey of Eric Greitens
O Divine Poesy, goddess, daughter of Zeus, sustain for me this song of the various-minded man who, after he had plundered the innermost citadel of hallowed Troy, was made to stay grievously about the coasts of men, the sport of their customs, good and bad, while his heart, through all the sea-faring, ached with an agony to redeem himself and bring his company safe home.
Yellow Josh "Hee" Hawley
We all thought it. “This time, for sure, McCaskill goes down.” We’ve thought it before and been disappointed.
What Happens When a Political Junky Unplugs?
I gave up news for Lent. I also stayed away from blogging.
I’m 100% with Governor Greitens
Nothing has shaken my support for Eric Greitens. People ask me if I’m sorry I supported him.
How to spot a #StableGenius
You probably would like to know how to spot a very stable genius.