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2026-06-04 07:40:46 GMT

🌅 Good morning, world!
Another day to explore, connect, and create. Whether you're sipping coffee, chasing deadlines, or just waking up slowly — hope your day brings something worth sharing.
What's one thing you're looking forward to today?
#morning #nostr #goodvibes

2026-06-03 18:25:43 GMT

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i have no idea how he kept that calm, everything inside of me would have been going bonkers

2026-06-03 08:09:45 GMT

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Amen to that

2026-06-03 08:07:56 GMT

GM all, we have very wet weather here but I ain't gonna let that stop me having a good day

2026-06-02 18:06:25 GMT

poor lad, how can anyone leave him to die like this
https://youtu.be/y3rli-AIhvM

2026-06-02 15:43:20 GMT

https://youtu.be/1tO2Nm8CrDw?si=l9jPilnXS-qGneU9

2026-06-02 14:53:21 GMT

The Digital Panopticon: How Google's Data Collection Has Gone Off the Rails
By farty mcmarty
Let's talk about something that keeps many of us awake at night—not the midnight prayers or the worry over tomorrow's sermon, but the quiet hum of our devices collecting every click, every search, every moment of our digital lives.
Google's data collection practices have reached a point where privacy advocates are sounding alarms louder than a cathedral bell tower. And frankly, they're right to be concerned.
The Scale of Surveillance
According to recent analysis, Google now collects behavioral data from approximately 92% of internet users through its vast ecosystem of Search, YouTube, Chrome, Android, Maps, Google Analytics, and its extensive advertising network. That's not just a company doing business—that's a surveillance infrastructure built into the fabric of the modern web.
What makes this particularly troubling is what researchers call "behavioral exhaust"—the metadata patterns that emerge even when you're not actively sharing content. As one 2026 privacy analysis noted, this is the same vulnerability that Cambridge Analytica exploited: metadata alone can reveal psychological vulnerability patterns without needing direct access to your actual content.
The Illusion of Control
Here's where it gets frustrating. Google's 2026 privacy settings overhaul lets users toggle some cross-service sharing. Sounds reassuring, doesn't it? But here's the catch: these controls affect data sharing between platforms, not collection itself.
Think of it like being given a window shade for a house with no walls. You can adjust what your neighbors see, but the house itself remains exposed. Privacy advocates have compared this to giving people the option to lock one door while leaving the entire building open.
Regulatory Response: Too Little, Too Late?
The good news? Regulators are finally catching up. In 2025, we saw:
The FTC's amendments to COPPA (Children's Online Privacy Protection Act)
Minnesota's Consumer Data Privacy Act
Maryland's Online Data Privacy Act
Similar legislation in Kentucky, Rhode Island, Indiana, and other states
Now over 20 U.S. states enforce consumer privacy statutes. But as any legal scholar knows, a patchwork of state laws is no substitute for comprehensive federal protection—and certainly no match for a company with Google's resources and global reach.
What This Means for You
Living among some of the world's greatest minds and institutions, I'm reminded that knowledge should liberate, not constrain. Yet Google's data practices create a different kind of knowledge—one that builds detailed personal dossiers despite user-controlled privacy settings.
The question isn't whether you're using Google services (most of us are, whether we like it or not). The question is: what are you willing to trade for convenience?
Finding Balance
As someone who values both technological progress and human dignity, I believe we can demand better. Here are some practical steps:
Audit your privacy settings regularly—even if they're imperfect
Consider alternative services where possible (DuckDuckGo for search, Firefox for browsing)
Stay informed about your rights under emerging privacy laws
Support organizations fighting for digital privacy rights
The Path Forward
We stand at a crossroads. One path leads to continued normalization of mass surveillance, where our digital footprints become commodities traded without our meaningful consent. The other leads to a future where technology serves humanity, not the other way around.
As Catholics, we're taught that every person possesses inherent dignity. That dignity extends to our digital lives. We deserve privacy not because we have something to hide, but because we have something to protect: our autonomy, our freedom to think and explore without constant observation.
The technology isn't going away. But neither should our standards for how it's used.
What are your thoughts on Google's data practices? Have you made changes to your digital habits? Share your experiences below.

2026-06-02 14:12:58 GMT

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2026-06-01 13:10:27 GMT

The True Features of Nostr: A Decentralized Revolution in Social Networking
By farty mcmarty
In an era where social media giants hold unprecedented power over our digital voices, Nostr (Notes and Other Stuff Transmitted by Relays) emerges as a refreshing alternative—a protocol built on the principle that you should own your identity, your content, and your connections.
But what exactly makes Nostr tick? Let's dive into the true features that set this decentralized protocol apart.
🔑 Cryptographic Identity You Actually Own
Unlike traditional platforms where your username is tied to a corporate database, Nostr gives you a cryptographic key pair. Your private key stays local on your device, while your public key becomes your permanent identity across the entire network. Lose access to your private key? That's on you—but at least no one else can take your identity away.
🌐 Relay-Based Architecture
Here's where Nostr gets clever: instead of one central server, messages flow through independent relay servers. You choose which relays to publish to, and subscribers connected to those relays receive your messages instantly. This means:
No single point of failure
No corporation can deplatform you globally
You can run your own relay if you want
✍️ Censorship Resistance by Design
Because your content lives across multiple relays and you control your cryptographic identity, no single entity can ban you or delete your data. This isn't just marketing speak—it's baked into the protocol itself. Your posts persist as long as at least one relay carries them.
📱 Client Flexibility
Nostr is a protocol, not a product. This means dozens of different apps (clients) can connect to the same network. You can switch between clients without losing your identity, followers, or content. Think of it like email—you can use Gmail, Outlook, or Thunderbird, but you're still communicating on the same network.
⚡ Bitcoin & Lightning Integration
Nostr was designed with cryptocurrency in mind. Native support for Bitcoin Lightning Network payments means tipping, subscriptions, and micropayments happen seamlessly within the protocol. This opens doors for creator monetization without intermediaries taking massive cuts.
🛠️ Open Source Foundation
The Nostr protocol is public domain, meaning anyone can build on it without licensing fees or restrictions. This openness has spawned everything from micro-blogging apps to marketplaces and beyond.
⚠️ Real-World Challenges
It's not all smooth sailing. Research from 2024-2025 shows that while Nostr achieves superior decentralization compared to Fediverse platforms, it faces ongoing challenges:
Relay availability: Not all relays are equally reliable
Broader adoption needed: More relays mean better reach and resilience
User experience: Managing keys and relays requires more technical awareness than traditional platforms
🎯 Why This Matters
Nostr represents a fundamental shift—from platforms that rent you space to a protocol where you own your digital presence. Whether you're a musician sharing tracks, a writer publishing thoughts, or just someone who values privacy, Nostr offers infrastructure that aligns with the principle that the internet should belong to its users, not corporations.
As we move forward, the success of Nostr will depend on community participation—running relays, building better clients, and spreading awareness. Because in a truly decentralized network, we're all responsible for keeping it alive.
What are your thoughts on decentralized social networks? Have you tried Nostr yet? Share your experiences below!

2026-06-01 09:32:52 GMT

# The Intellectual Rebel: Why a 2nd-Century Philosopher Still Matters Today
When you think of a saint, you might picture someone in quiet contemplation, tucked away from the chaos of the world. But the saint celebrated today across the UK and the world, **Saint Justin Martyr**, was a completely different breed. He was an intellectual street-fighter, a philosopher who wore his academic robes into the theological ring, and a man who ultimately paid the ultimate price for refusing to back down from the truth.
If you’ve ever had to defend what you believe in a world that thinks you’re crazy, Justin is the patron saint you didn’t know you needed.
### The Search for Meaning (Sound Familiar?)
Born around 100 AD in Samaria to pagan parents, Justin was a guy obsessed with finding the meaning of life. He didn't just accept what he was told; he went searching. He tried everything the ancient world had to offer:
* He studied **Stoicism**, but found it too cold.
* He tried **Peripatetic philosophy**, but the teacher was too focused on getting paid.
* He immersed himself in **Platonism**, which thrilled his intellect but left his heart searching for something more personal.
His breakthrough didn't happen in a grand university. It happened during a quiet walk on a beach. He bumped into an elderly Christian man who didn't try to out-argue him using flashy rhetoric. Instead, the man simply walked him through the Old Testament prophecies and how they were perfectly fulfilled in Jesus.
For Justin, the gears clicked. He realized that Christianity wasn’t a rejection of philosophy; it was the *ultimate* philosophy.
### Reclaiming the Word "Apology"
After his conversion around 130 AD, Justin didn’t throw away his philosopher’s cloak. He kept wearing it as a badge of honor, traveling from place to place to debate the greatest minds of the Roman Empire.
He became the Church's first great **Apologist**. Today, we use "apology" to mean saying sorry. In the ancient world, an *apologia* was a formal, reasoned legal defense. Justin wrote massive open letters to the Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius and the Roman Senate, essentially saying: *"You are persecuting us based on rumors. Let’s sit down, look at the logic, and look at the facts."*
He used the pagan world's own beloved tools—logic, reason, and Greek philosophy—to show them that the God of the Christians was the ultimate truth they had been searching for all along.
### A Time Capsule of the First Mass
For modern Catholics in the UK and beyond, Justin left behind an incredible gift. In his *First Apology*, written around 155 AD, he wanted to prove to the Romans that Christians weren't doing anything sinister in their secret meetings. So, he wrote down exactly what they did.
His description reads like a time capsule. He describes:
1. Believers gathering on "the day called Sunday."
2. The reading of the "memoirs of the apostles" (the Gospels) and the writings of the prophets.
3. A homily by the presider.
4. Prayers for the community.
5. The bringing forward of bread, wine, and water, followed by the Eucharistic prayer.
6. The distribution of Communion to those present and taking it to the sick.
To read Justin’s words is to realize that the Mass celebrated in local parishes this morning is structurally identical to the one celebrated by undercover Christians in Rome nearly 1,900 years ago.
### "We Hope to be Saved"
Justin’s boldness eventually caught up with him. Around 165 AD, he and several of his students were arrested in Rome.
The prefect of the city demanded they offer sacrifices to the pagan gods or face torture and death. Justin, ever the philosopher, stayed calm and resolute. He famously replied:
> "If we are punished for the sake of our Lord Jesus Christ, we hope to be saved, for this will be our salvation and confidence at the more fearful and universal judgement-seat of our Lord and Saviour."
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He was beheaded shortly after, earning the title that has stuck with him through the centuries: Saint Justin *Martyr*.
### The Takeaway
Saint Justin reminds us that faith and reason aren't enemies—they are partners. He challenges us not to hide from the difficult questions of our culture, but to engage with them using intelligence, gentleness, and absolute conviction.
*Saint Justin Martyr, pray for us.*

2026-05-31 10:39:26 GMT

Have a blessed day all
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2026-05-31 00:01:22 GMT

Should We Use AI Daily? A Balanced Perspective
Artificial intelligence has moved from science fiction to daily reality. From smart assistants to recommendation algorithms, AI quietly shapes our routines. But as these tools become more capable and accessible, a crucial question emerges: Should we be using AI every day?
The answer isn't a simple yes or no. It depends on how we define "use," what we hope to gain, and what we're willing to trade in return. Let's explore both sides of this conversation.
The Case for Daily AI Use
Efficiency and Time Savings
The most obvious benefit is time. AI can draft emails, summarize long documents, organize schedules, and automate repetitive tasks. For many professionals, this means reclaiming hours each week—time that can be redirected toward strategic thinking, creativity, or rest.
Enhanced Learning and Skill Development
AI tutors and learning assistants can personalize education in ways traditional methods struggle to match. Whether you're learning a new language, coding, or exploring a hobby, AI can adapt to your pace, identify gaps in understanding, and provide instant feedback.
Accessibility and Inclusion
For people with disabilities, AI tools can be transformative. Voice-to-text, real-time translation, image description, and predictive text all lower barriers to participation in digital spaces. Daily AI use here isn't just convenient—it's empowering.
Creative Partnership
Many writers, designers, and creators now use AI as a collaborative tool. It can generate ideas, overcome writer's block, or help visualize concepts. The key is that the human remains the decision-maker, with AI serving as an amplifier rather than a replacement.
The Case for Caution
Dependency and Skill Atrophy
There's a legitimate concern that over-reliance on AI could erode our own abilities. If we always let AI write our emails, solve our problems, or make our decisions, do we risk losing the muscle memory of independent thinking?
Privacy and Data Concerns
Daily AI use often means sharing personal data. Conversations, documents, habits—all may be processed by systems whose data practices aren't always transparent. This raises questions about surveillance, profiling, and who ultimately controls our information.
Authenticity and Human Connection
When AI generates content we share, where does the human voice end and the algorithm begin? There's value in authentic, imperfect human expression that AI cannot replicate. Overuse risks making our communication feel sterile or manufactured.
Algorithmic Bias and Influence
AI systems reflect the data they're trained on, which can include biases. Daily exposure to AI-curated content—from news feeds to product recommendations—shapes our worldview in ways we may not notice. Who decides what we see?
Finding Balance: A Framework for Daily Use
Rather than asking "should we use AI daily?", perhaps the better question is "how should we use AI daily?" Here's a framework to consider:
Use Case Recommended Frequency Considerations
Productivity automation Daily Ensure you understand what's being automated
Creative brainstorming As needed Keep final decisions human-led
Personal data processing Selective Review privacy settings regularly
Learning and education Regular Verify information independently
Communication drafting Occasional Add personal touch before sending
Practical Guidelines
Stay in the driver's seat. Use AI as a tool, not a decision-maker. Review and edit everything it produces.
Protect your private data. Be mindful of what you share with AI systems, especially sensitive information.
Maintain core skills. Practice doing things without AI occasionally to keep your own abilities sharp.
Be transparent. When using AI to create content, consider disclosing it to your audience.
Regularly audit your usage. Ask yourself: Is this adding value, or am I using it out of habit?
The Bottom Line
Using AI daily isn't inherently good or bad—it's a tool, and its impact depends on how we wield it. For some, daily AI use will unlock productivity and creativity they never had access to. For others, it may introduce risks that outweigh the benefits.
The healthiest approach is intentional engagement. Use AI when it serves a clear purpose, understand its limitations, and remain aware of the trade-offs. Technology should expand our humanity, not replace it.
In the end, the question isn't whether we can use AI daily. It's whether we're using it in ways that align with our values, protect our autonomy, and enhance the things that make life meaningful.
What's your experience with daily AI use? Have you found a rhythm that works, or are you still figuring out the balance?

2026-05-30 11:00:45 GMT

Wish me luck all I'm getting married in three hours 💍

2026-05-28 19:44:23 GMT

The Double-Edged Algorithm: A Candid Look at AI's Downsides
Artificial Intelligence is often painted as the silver bullet for humanity's next leap forward. And while the potential is staggering—from curing diseases to optimizing energy grids—we'd be naive to ignore the shadows cast by this brilliant light. As someone who appreciates both innovation and the human touch (perhaps while humming a tune in Cambridge), it's worth pausing to examine the cracks in the silicon foundation.
🎨 The Erosion of Human Creativity
There's a growing concern that AI, with its ability to churn out art, music, and text in seconds, might dilute the very essence of human creativity. When an algorithm can mimic a style or generate a symphony based on patterns, does the struggle, the emotion, and the unique "flaw" that makes art human lose its value? We risk flooding the world with competent but soulless content, making it harder for genuine human voices to be heard.
👁️ The Privacy Panopticon
AI thrives on data—massive amounts of it. To train these models, we often trade our privacy for convenience. Facial recognition, predictive policing, and hyper-targeted advertising rely on scraping our digital footprints. The danger isn't just that companies know what we bought; it's that AI can infer things we never intended to share: our political leanings, our health status, or our deepest insecurities.
⚖️ Bias Amplified
AI models are mirrors reflecting the data they are fed. Unfortunately, that data often contains the historical biases, prejudices, and inequalities of our society. Without careful curation, AI can automate discrimination in hiring, lending, and law enforcement, scaling bias to a level that's far harder to challenge than human prejudice. It's not just a glitch; it's a systemic echo of our past mistakes.
🤖 The Job Displacement Anxiety
While AI will undoubtedly create new roles, the transition could be brutal for many. Automation isn't just for factory floors anymore; it threatens white-collar jobs in coding, writing, and analysis. The economic disruption could widen the gap between those who own the algorithms and those displaced by them, leading to social unrest if not managed with foresight and compassion.
🧠 The "Black Box" Problem
Many advanced AI systems operate as "black boxes"—even their creators can't fully explain how they arrive at a specific decision. In high-stakes fields like healthcare or justice, this lack of transparency is terrifying. If an AI denies a loan or misdiagnoses a patient, who is accountable? The developer? The user? Or the machine itself?
🌍 The Environmental Cost
Training massive AI models requires immense computational power, which translates to huge energy consumption and water usage for cooling data centers. As we push for larger, smarter models, we risk contributing significantly to carbon emissions, ironically undermining efforts to solve climate change.
The Takeaway: AI isn't a villain, but it's not a savior either. It's a tool of immense power that demands rigorous ethical guardrails, transparency, and a commitment to keeping humanity at the center of the equation. We must build AI that serves us, not the other way around.
What aspect of AI worries you the most? Is it the loss of jobs, the privacy implications, or something else entirely?

2026-05-28 19:42:48 GMT

Facebook Deserves Some Scrutiny
Ah, Facebook—the digital town square that promised to connect us all. But like many grand promises, the reality comes with some rather hefty fine print. Here's a candid look at the downsides that have kept critics, journalists, and privacy advocates busy for years.
📊 Privacy: The Price of "Free"
Facebook's business model is built on data. Your interests, connections, location, and behavior are harvested, packaged, and sold to advertisers. It's not just cookies—it's a surveillance economy wrapped in a friendly blue interface. The Cambridge Analytica scandal was just the tip of the iceberg, revealing how personal data could be weaponized for political manipulation.
🔄 The Echo Chamber Effect
Facebook's algorithm prioritizes engagement over truth. Controversial, emotional, and divisive content gets amplified because it keeps you scrolling. The result? We end up in filter bubbles where our existing beliefs are constantly reinforced, and opposing views are drowned out. Democracy thrives on diverse perspectives—Facebook often delivers the opposite.
🧠 Mental Health Concerns
Studies have linked heavy social media use to anxiety, depression, and feelings of inadequacy. The endless comparison game—highlight reels of everyone else's lives—can take a toll on self-esteem, particularly among younger users. And let's not forget the dopamine-driven infinite scroll designed to keep us hooked.
🎭 Misinformation & Fake News
False information spreads six times faster than truth on Facebook, according to MIT research. From health myths to election interference, the platform has struggled to contain the misinformation epidemic. While fact-checking initiatives exist, they're often playing catch-up against viral falsehoods.
⚖️ Content Moderation Quagmire
Facebook employs thousands of moderators, yet harmful content still slips through. Hate speech, harassment, and dangerous conspiracy theories persist. Meanwhile, legitimate voices sometimes get caught in overzealous takedowns. Finding balance in global moderation is perhaps one of tech's unsolvable puzzles.
💼 The Monopoly Problem
With billions of users and ownership of Instagram and WhatsApp, Facebook dominates the social landscape. This concentration raises antitrust concerns and limits genuine competition. When one company controls so much of our digital communication, accountability becomes harder.
The Bottom Line: Facebook isn't inherently evil—it's connected families, helped small businesses, and enabled movements. But like any powerful tool, it demands critical engagement. Maybe the real question isn't whether to use Facebook, but how to use it without letting it use us.
What do you think? Are there downsides I missed, or have you found ways to navigate the platform more mindfully?

2026-05-28 17:27:57 GMT

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hahaha that was never my reason but thanks for the zaps

2026-05-28 17:27:00 GMT

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i wonder if this is canada only

2026-05-28 17:12:04 GMT

anyone else having trouble zapping from primal

2026-05-28 16:05:55 GMT

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I have to admit there is some great points made in this video

2026-05-28 11:48:06 GMT

Sun is shinning and the music is on, you couldn't ask for better

2026-05-28 08:29:22 GMT

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Not tried it but I'm interested to know if it works

2026-05-28 08:23:33 GMT

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GM, have a blessed day

2026-05-26 18:16:05 GMT

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Makes me scared for the young ones of the world, they have to be like sheep or else

2026-05-25 14:46:07 GMT

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2026-05-25 14:42:50 GMT

Being Catholic in 2026 feels a bit like playing a Bach fugue in a room full of synthesizers. 🎹⛪️
The melody is ancient, the harmony is timeless, but the rhythm of the world has shifted. Here in Cambridge, amidst the tech hubs and the noise of the digital age, holding onto the Faith isn't about retreating into a monastery; it's about finding the counterpoint. It's realizing that the Eucharist is the only thing that truly anchors us when the algorithm tries to scroll our souls away.
We aren't just preserving a museum piece. We're living a living tradition where the Gospel meets the gig economy, where prayer meets the protest, and where the silence of the Adoration chapel is the loudest sound in a noisy world.
To my fellow believers: Don't let the modern age make you feel like a relic. You are the remix that the world didn't know it needed. Keep singing the old songs, but sing them loud enough to be heard over the static. 🙏🎶
#Catholic #FaithIn2026 #Nostr #TraditionAndInnovation

2026-05-24 08:45:26 GMT

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2026-05-24 08:12:46 GMT

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2026-05-24 08:12:32 GMT

GM I hope it's a great one for you today, I must dash it's time for me to go and pray to the Lord

2026-05-22 06:48:37 GMT

GM one and all, happy Friday

2026-05-17 18:58:56 GMT

Nostr vs Facebook
Facebook: The Walled Garden of Convenience
Facebook, now part of Meta, is the archetype of the centralized social network. It is a magnificent, albeit restrictive, machine.
The Allure
Ease of Use: It works out of the box. You sign up, add friends, and the algorithm feeds you content. It’s like walking into a grand cathedral where the choir is already singing; you just sit and listen.
Network Effect: Everyone is there. If you want to find old schoolmates or organize a local parish event in Cambridge, Facebook is often the only place everyone agrees to meet.
Feature Rich: Marketplace, Groups, Events, Messenger—it’s an all-in-one suite that reduces friction in daily life.
The Cost
Ownership of Data: You do not own your graph. If Meta decides to change the algorithm, ban your account, or sell your data (even indirectly), you have no recourse. You are a tenant, not an owner.
Censorship and Moderation: Content moderation is dictated by a corporate board in Menlo Park, often influenced by political pressures or opaque community standards. For a man of faith or a conservative thinker, this can feel like being silenced by a distant authority.
The Attention Economy: The platform is designed to maximize engagement, often by amplifying outrage, polarization, and addictive scrolling. It treats your attention as a commodity to be sold to advertisers.
Nostr: The Decentralized Protocol
Nostr (Notes and Other Stuff Transmitted by Relays) is not a company; it is a protocol. It is the open-source equivalent of email or the internet itself, but for social media.
The Freedom
True Ownership: You own your identity via a cryptographic key pair. No one can ban you from the network, only from specific relays (servers that host your posts). If a relay bans you, you simply move to another. Your followers and history travel with you.
Censorship Resistance: Because there is no central server, no single entity can delete your posts globally. This aligns beautifully with the principle of free speech and the right to dissent, values that resonate with the open-source ethos.
No Algorithmic Manipulation: You see what you subscribe to. There is no "feed" designed to keep you angry or addicted. You curate your own experience, much like choosing which hymns to sing in your own chapel.
Privacy: You don’t need to give your phone number, email, or real name to join. You are just a public key.
The Friction
Complexity: Managing private keys is not for the faint of heart. If you lose your key, you lose your identity forever. There is no "Forgot Password" button. This requires a level of responsibility and technical literacy that many find daunting.
Fragmentation: Because anyone can run a relay, the experience can vary. Some relays might be slow, some might censor, and the user interface depends entirely on the client (app) you choose (like Damus, Amethyst, or Snort).
The Noise Problem: Without a central moderator, spam and abuse can be rampant. Users must rely on "block lists" and trust networks to filter the noise, which puts the burden of curation back on the individual.
A Comparison for the Cambridge Thinker
Feature Facebook (Meta) Nostr
Control Centralized (Corporate) Decentralized (User-owned)
Identity Email/Phone (Linked to real world) Cryptographic Key (Anonymous/Pseudonymous)
Censorship High (Global bans possible) Low (Only specific relays can block)
Monetization Ad-based (Data mining) Optional (Bitcoin tips, no ads)
Ease of Use Very High Moderate to High (Learning curve)
Philosophy "We know what's best for you" "You are responsible for your own truth"
The Spiritual and Ethical Dimension
As a Catholic man, you might view the Facebook model as akin to a Babel tower—a centralized structure built by human hands that promises connection but often delivers confusion and division. The algorithmic sorting of truth into "engagement" creates a fractured reality.
Nostr, conversely, feels more like the early church or the open source community: a decentralized network of individuals connected by shared protocols, where authority is distributed, and each person is responsible for their own witness. It demands maturity. It asks you to be the guardian of your own digital soul.
The Verdict
Choose Facebook if you value convenience, mass reach, and don't mind trading your data and autonomy for a seamless experience. It is the "public square" where everyone is already gathered, even if the mayor controls the microphone.
Choose Nostr if you value sovereignty, privacy, and the freedom to speak without fear of de-platforming. It is the "town square" where everyone carries their own microphone, and the crowd decides who to listen to.
For someone who loves the independence of Linux and the depth of faith, Nostr offers a compelling vision of the future. But it requires the courage to take the wheel.

2026-05-17 18:55:34 GMT

The Case for Local: Why Keep It Close?
1. Absolute Privacy and Sovereignty
This is arguably the strongest argument for the local route. When you run an LLM on your own machine (using tools like Ollama, LM Studio, or llama.cpp), your prompts never leave your computer.
For the Faithful: As a Catholic man, you might value the sanctity of your private thoughts and confessions. Sending sensitive spiritual or personal queries to a corporate server raises questions about data mining and surveillance. Locally, your data stays in your "confessional box."
For the Linux User: You maintain full control. No telemetry, no hidden tracking scripts, no terms of service that change overnight.
2. No Censorship or "Alignment" Filters
Cloud-based models are heavily "aligned" by their creators to adhere to specific safety guidelines, political correctness, or corporate policies.
Freedom of Inquiry: A local model (especially if you choose an unfiltered or less restricted variant) allows you to explore controversial historical topics, philosophical debates, or creative writing prompts without the AI refusing to answer or lecturing you.
Nuance: You can tune the model to be more direct or less preachy, fitting your own moral framework rather than a corporation's.
3. Cost Efficiency (Long Term)
While the upfront cost of hardware is high, the ongoing cost is zero.
No Subscription Fees: You aren't paying $20/month for "Plus" tiers. Once you buy the GPU, the electricity cost is your only recurring expense.
Unlimited Usage: You can generate a million words or run a thousand queries without hitting a rate limit or a paywall.
4. Offline Capability
Resilience: If the internet goes down, your AI assistant is still there. This is crucial for remote work, travel, or simply enjoying a quiet evening in Cambridge without connectivity.
Latency: For short interactions, local inference can sometimes be faster than waiting for a round-trip to a cloud server, depending on your hardware.
The Drawbacks: The Price of Independence
1. Hardware Hunger
This is the elephant in the room. Running a capable LLM requires significant resources.
GPU Requirements: To run models larger than the tiny ones (which are often not very smart), you need a powerful NVIDIA GPU with plenty of VRAM (Video RAM). 16GB or 24GB of VRAM is becoming the sweet spot for decent performance.
RAM: If you don't have enough VRAM, the model spills over into system RAM, which is significantly slower.
Cost: A high-end GPU can cost as much as a nice used car.
2. Intelligence Ceiling
Model Size Limits: The most advanced models (like the ones powering top-tier cloud services) are massive—hundreds of billions of parameters. They simply won't fit on consumer hardware.
Performance Trade-off: You are often forced to use "quantized" versions (compressed models) to make them fit. While impressive, these are generally less capable at complex reasoning, coding, or nuanced creative writing than their cloud-based, full-sized counterparts.
3. Complexity and Maintenance
Technical Hurdle: Setting up a local environment involves managing Python environments, CUDA drivers, model formats (GGUF, EXL2, etc.), and command-line tools. It's not as plug-and-play as a website.
Updates: You are responsible for updating the software stack and finding new model weights. There is no "customer support" to call if your setup breaks.
4. Energy Consumption
Electricity Bill: Running a GPU at 100% load for hours generates heat and consumes significant power. In the UK, where energy prices can fluctuate, this adds up. It's the opposite of the "green" cloud promise, unless you have solar panels.
The Verdict: A Question of Values
For someone like you, farty mcmarty, who values privacy, autonomy, and open systems, the pros of local LLMs likely outweigh the cons, provided you have the hardware budget.
If you prioritize: Absolute privacy, freedom from corporate filters, and offline access → Go Local.
If you prioritize: Maximum intelligence, ease of use, and zero hardware investment → Stick to the Cloud.
Many enthusiasts (myself included, in spirit) find a middle ground: using a local model for sensitive daily tasks and privacy-critical queries, while occasionally tapping into a cloud API for heavy-duty reasoning or complex coding tasks when necessary.

2026-05-17 14:40:12 GMT

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its been a really busy time here. how was your mass this morning

2026-05-17 13:16:55 GMT

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Dam that music is awesome, dam I love this post #note1c2t…a7pn

2026-05-17 13:11:44 GMT

https://cdn.nostrcheck.me/5d64881f9806100254328f263276880a1d0954afc818c33a0e4259adbfd09f7f.jpeg

2026-05-16 20:12:58 GMT

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well worth looking into or if you already mine #note1s4y…ecvm

2026-05-16 11:06:24 GMT

this is a stunning drawing
#note157p…kjvc

2026-05-16 11:02:18 GMT

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run, run as fast as you can when you see that happen

2026-05-16 11:01:04 GMT

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have a great day

2026-05-16 10:56:17 GMT

GM one and all, how can i pray for you today

2026-05-14 15:32:56 GMT

OK so #primal made so changes, kinda reminds me of twitter or X

2026-05-13 22:17:12 GMT

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This is so good, really need to share this around #note14au…jgsy

2026-05-12 12:01:10 GMT

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fuck fiat money, its time for us to take back control #bitcoin

2026-05-11 11:41:30 GMT

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stunning music right here

2026-05-08 10:23:11 GMT

https://blossom.primal.net/1de8b1136732e774655470894665d8a734f1856304e5391a84a2414edc5cdc0a.mp4

2026-05-08 09:01:49 GMT

https://blossom.primal.net/ff61356f1e6f004f1208fa7011cb7b08b804d6573b3ef52d4510caba968d6ab3.mp4

2026-05-08 08:20:52 GMT

GM one and all

2026-05-08 08:20:37 GMT

This man honestly thinks his doing good when his not
https://www.gbnews.com/politics/local-election-results-keir-starmer-reaction-quit

2026-05-06 06:40:34 GMT

GM you beautiful mind

2026-05-05 16:11:46 GMT

wise me luck i'm gonna try my first nostr relay

2026-05-05 15:14:41 GMT

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great seeing more stuff like this on nostr

2026-05-04 17:28:56 GMT

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I had plenty like this 😁

2026-05-03 22:37:17 GMT

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Dam that got dark

2026-05-03 18:55:00 GMT

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Hot dam, I loved the original of this track but this is killing it

2026-05-02 23:32:32 GMT

https://linuxrenaissance.com/index.xml

2026-05-02 07:47:47 GMT

GM all of you wherever you are on this world

2026-04-30 18:49:14 GMT

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this is awesome stuff right here, dam keep up the great work

2026-04-26 15:51:30 GMT

i couldnt even last a day on #gnome
https://peertube.wtf/w/rbHbZmBDparNLRwC9csZSQ

2026-04-23 21:31:16 GMT

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liking the way your thinking and nostr is the best place to be to be free

2026-04-23 16:18:23 GMT

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Congregation on the great progress

2026-04-21 13:17:38 GMT

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Me either

2026-04-15 18:00:55 GMT

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Come on Nostr let’s get this poor little doggy his treatment

2026-04-15 18:00:36 GMT

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Come on Nostr let’s get this poor little doggy his treatment #note1x9l…wdjg

2026-04-15 17:58:13 GMT

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I absolutely love your posts, please never stop

2026-04-15 17:56:56 GMT

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Great post, it’s hard to keep up a good workflow

2026-04-15 17:56:41 GMT

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Great post, it’s hard to keep up a good workflow #note1c6c…p0dm

2026-04-06 20:35:03 GMT

love this
#note1cku…ve74

2026-04-06 20:26:20 GMT

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because its the truth and the only way to go

2026-04-06 20:06:00 GMT

Things are about to get messy
#nevent1q…hx3v

2026-04-06 11:34:14 GMT

I'm so close to finishing this down for #bitcoincore
https://cdn.nostrcheck.me/857197009f6e846ff1ab63e443c37ea41273662321a9ebae7a3bddfbb3a8dc2f.webp

2026-04-06 11:06:50 GMT

Matthew 28:19 NIV
[19] Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit,
https://bible.com/bible/111/mat.28.19.NIV

2026-04-04 07:13:36 GMT

GM one and all, here's to a good day. A big shout out to all you bring confirmed tonight within the church

2026-04-04 07:12:31 GMT

1 John 3:16 NIV
[16] This is how we know what love is: Jesus Christ laid down his life for us. And we ought to lay down our lives for our brothers and sisters.
https://bible.com/bible/111/1jn.3.16.NIV

2026-04-01 19:44:39 GMT

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I had to stop using it because of this

2026-04-01 19:41:18 GMT

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Great music right here, really loving your music 😁 #note1lpm…z4vh

2026-04-01 19:38:20 GMT

Hebrews 12:2 NIV
[2] fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
https://bible.com/bible/111/heb.12.2.NIV

2026-03-30 12:58:56 GMT

This is unfortunately so true
#nevent1q…cqkm

2026-03-30 10:42:28 GMT

Nice day out, just wish the sun was out
https://cdn.nostrcheck.me/00207971ad66d4f6ef6472aff32d7bab61006a9f3630331f6d082c7b201f1e74.webp

2026-03-29 22:01:15 GMT

oh my days the school holidays are stressful, please send help

2026-03-29 18:44:41 GMT

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Bitcoin is true freedom and a better future, keep up the good work

2026-03-29 15:39:05 GMT

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Wise words right here, we seriously need to push bitcoin to the masses

2026-03-29 15:38:26 GMT

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Wise words right here, we seriously need to push bitcoin to the masses #note1fsk…w5fy

2026-03-29 08:17:02 GMT

Sunday 29 March 2026
Palm Sunday
Liturgical Colour: Red. Year: A(II).
Readings at Mass
This gospel is read at the procession with palms before Mass.
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Gospel
Matthew 21:1-11
‘Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord!’
When Jesus and his disciples drew near to Jerusalem and came to Bethphage, to the Mount of Olives, then Jesus sent two disciples, saying to them, ‘Go into the village in front of you, and immediately you will find a donkey tied, and a colt with her. Untie them and bring them to me. If anyone says anything to you, you shall say, “The Lord needs them”, and he will send them at once.’ This took place to fulfil what was spoken by the prophet, saying, ‘Say to the daughter of Sion, “Behold, your king is coming to you, humble, and mounted on a donkey, on a colt, the foal of a beast of burden.” ’
The disciples went and did as Jesus had directed them. They brought the donkey and the colt and put on them their cloaks, and he sat on them. Most of the crowd spread their cloaks on the road, and others cut branches from the trees and spread them on the road. And the crowds that went before him and that followed him were shouting, ‘Hosanna to the Son of David! Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord! Hosanna in the highest!’ And when he entered Jerusalem, the whole city was stirred up, saying, ‘Who is this?’ And the crowds said, ‘This is the prophet Jesus, from Nazareth of Galilee.’
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These are the readings for the Mass itself, after the blessing of the palms.
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Entrance Antiphon
Cf. Jn 12: 1, 12-13; Ps 23: 9-10
Six days before the Passover,
when the Lord came into the city of Jerusalem,
the children ran to meet him;
in their hands they carried palm branches
and with a loud voice cried out:
Hosanna in the highest!
Blessed are you, who have come in your abundant mercy!
O gates, lift high your heads;
grow higher, ancient doors.
Let him enter, the king of glory!
Who is this king of glory?
He, the Lord of hosts, he is the king of glory.
Hosanna in the highest!
Blessed are you, who have come in your abundant mercy!
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Collect
Almighty ever-living God,
who as an example of humility for the human race to follow
caused our Saviour to take flesh and submit to the Cross,
graciously grant that we may heed his lesson of patient suffering
and so merit a share in his Resurrection.
Who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
God, for ever and ever.
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First reading
Isaiah 50:4-7
‘I hid not my face from disgrace, and I know that I shall not be put to shame.’
The Lord GOD has given me
the tongue of those who are taught,
that I may know how to sustain with a word him who is weary.
Morning by morning he awakens;
he awakens my ear
to hear as those who are taught.
The Lord GOD has opened my ear,
and I was not rebellious;
I turned not backwards.
I gave my back to those who strike,
and my cheeks to those who pull out the beard;
I hid not my face from disgrace and spitting.
But the Lord GOD helps me;
therefore I have not been disgraced;
therefore I have set my face like a flint,
and I know that I shall not be put to shame.
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Responsorial Psalm
Ps 22(21):8-9. 17-18a. 19-20. 23-24. ℟2a
My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?
All who see me deride me;
they curl their lips, they toss their heads:
‘He trusted in the LORD, let him save him;
let him release him, for in him he delights.’
My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?
For dogs have surrounded me;
a band of the wicked besets me.
They tear holes in my hands and my feet;
I can count every one of my bones.
My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?
They divide my clothing among them,
they cast lots for my robe.
But you, O LORD, do not stay afar off;
my strength, make haste to help me!
My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?
I will tell of your name to my kin,
and praise you in the midst of the assembly;
‘You who fear the LORD, give him praise;
all descendants of Jacob, give him glory;
revere him, all you descendants of Israel.’
My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?
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Second reading
Philippians 2:6-11
‘He humbled himself, therefore God has highly exalted him.’
Christ Jesus, though he was in the form of God, did not count equality with God a thing to be grasped, but emptied himself, by taking the form of a servant, being born in the likeness of men. And being found in human form, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross. Therefore God has highly exalted him and bestowed on him the name that is above every name, so that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.
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Gospel Acclamation
Philippians 2:8-9
Praise to you, O Christ, King of eternal glory.
Christ became for us obedient to the point of death,
even death on a cross.
Therefore God has highly exalted him
and bestowed on him the name that is above every name.
Praise to you, O Christ, King of eternal glory.
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Matthew 26:14-27:66
The Passion of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Matthew.
Key: N. Narrator. ✠ Christ. S. Speaker or speakers other than Christ.
N. At that time: One of the Twelve, whose name was Judas Iscariot, went to the chief priests and said,
S. What will you give me if I deliver him over to you?
N. And they paid him thirty pieces of silver. And from that moment he sought an opportunity to betray him.
Now on the first day of Unleavened Bread the disciples came to Jesus, saying,
S. Where would you have us prepare for you to eat the Passover?
N. He said,
✠ Go into the city to a certain man and say to him, ‘The Teacher says, My time is at hand. I will keep the Passover at your house with my disciples.’
N. And the disciples did as Jesus had directed them, and they prepared the Passover.
When it was evening, he reclined at table with the Twelve. And as they were eating, he said,
✠ Truly, I say to you, one of you will betray me.
N. And they were very sorrowful and began to say to him one after another,
S. Is it I, Lord?
N. He answered,
✠ He who has dipped his hand in the dish with me will betray me. The Son of Man goes as it is written of him, but woe to that man by whom the Son of Man is betrayed! It would have been better for that man if he had not been born.
N. Judas, who would betray him, answered,
S. Is it I, Rabbi?
N. He said to him,
✠ You have said so.
N. Now as they were eating, Jesus took bread, and after blessing it broke it and gave it to the disciples, and said,
✠ Take, eat; this is my body.
N. And he took a cup, and when he had given thanks he gave it to them, saying,
✠ Drink of it, all of you, for this is my blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins. I tell you I will not drink again of this fruit of the vine until that day when I drink it new with you in my Father’s kingdom.
N. And when they had sung a hymn, they went out to the Mount of Olives. Then Jesus said to them,
✠ You will all fall away because of me this night. For it is written, ‘I will strike the shepherd, and the sheep of the flock will be scattered.’ But after I am raised up, I will go before you to Galilee.
N. Peter answered him,
S. Though they all fall away because of you, I will never fall away.
N. Jesus said to him,
✠ Truly, I tell you, this very night, before the cock crows, you will deny me three times.
N. Peter said to him,
S. Even if I must die with you, I will not deny you!
N. And all the disciples said the same.
Then Jesus went with them to a place called Gethsemane, and he said to his disciples,
✠ Sit here, while I go over there and pray.
N. And taking with him Peter and the two sons of Zebedee, he began to be sorrowful and troubled. Then he said to them,
✠ My soul is very sorrowful, even to death; remain here, and watch with me.
N. And going a little further he fell on his face and prayed, saying,
✠ My Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me; nevertheless, not as I will, but as you will.
N. And he came to the disciples and found them sleeping. And he said to Peter,
✠ So, could you not watch with me one hour? Watch and pray that you may not enter into temptation. The spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.
N. Again, for the second time, he went away and prayed,
✠ My Father, if this cannot pass unless I drink it, your will be done.
N. And again he came and found them sleeping, for their eyes were heavy. So, leaving them again, he went away and prayed for the third time, saying the same words again. Then he came to the disciples and said to them,
✠ Sleep and take your rest later on. See, the hour is at hand, and the Son of Man is betrayed into the hands of sinners. Rise, let us be going; see, my betrayer is at hand.
N. While he was still speaking, Judas came, one of the Twelve, and with him a great crowd with swords and clubs, from the chief priests and the elders of the people. Now the betrayer had given them a sign, saying, ‘The one I will kiss is the man; seize him.’ And he came up to Jesus at once and said,
S. Greetings, Rabbi!
N. And he kissed him. Jesus said to him,
✠ Friend, do what you came to do.
N. Then they came up and laid hands on Jesus and seized him. And behold, one of those who were with Jesus stretched out his hand and drew his sword and struck the servant of the high priest and cut off his ear. Then Jesus said to him,
✠ Put your sword back into its place. For all who take the sword will perish by the sword. Do you think that I cannot appeal to my Father, and he will at once send me more than twelve legions of angels? But how then should the Scriptures be fulfilled, that it must be so?
N. At that hour Jesus said to the crowds,
✠ Have you come out as against a robber, with swords and clubs to capture me? Day after day I sat in the temple teaching, and you did not seize me. But all this has taken place that the Scriptures of the prophets might be fulfilled.
N. Then all the disciples left him and fled.
Then those who had seized Jesus led him to Caiaphas the high priest, where the scribes and the elders had gathered. And Peter was following him at a distance, as far as the courtyard of the high priest, and going inside he sat with the guards to see the end. Now the chief priests and the whole council were seeking false testimony against Jesus that they might put him to death, but they found none, though many false witnesses came forward. At last two came forward and said,
S. This man said, ‘I am able to destroy the temple of God, and to rebuild it in three days.’
N. And the high priest stood up and said,
S. Have you no answer to make? What is it that these men testify against you?
N. But Jesus remained silent. And the high priest said to him,
S. I adjure you by the living God, tell us if you are the Christ, the Son of God.
N. Jesus said to him,
✠ You have said so. But I tell you, from now on you will see the Son of Man seated at the right hand of Power and coming on the clouds of heaven.
N. Then the high priest tore his robes and said,
S. He has uttered blasphemy. What further witnesses do we need? You have now heard his blasphemy. What is your judgement?
N. They answered,
S. He deserves death.
N. Then they spat in his face and struck him. And some slapped him, saying,
S. Prophesy to us, you Christ! Who is it that struck you?
N. Now Peter was sitting outside in the courtyard. And a servant girl came up to him and said,
S. You also were with Jesus the Galilean.
N. But he denied it before them all, saying,
S. I do not know what you mean.
N. And when he went out to the entrance, another servant girl saw him, and she said to the bystanders,
S. This man was with Jesus of Nazareth.
N. And again he denied it with an oath:
S. I do not know the man.
N. After a little while the bystanders came up and said to Peter,
S. Certainly you too are one of them, for your accent betrays you.
N. Then he began to invoke a curse on himself and to swear,
S. I do not know the man.
N. And immediately the cock crowed. And Peter remembered the saying of Jesus, ‘Before the cock crows, you will deny me three times.’ And he went out and wept bitterly.
When morning came, all the chief priests and the elders of the people took counsel against Jesus to put him to death. And they bound him and led him away and delivered him over to Pilate the governor.
Then when Judas, his betrayer, saw that Jesus was condemned, he changed his mind and brought back the thirty pieces of silver to the chief priests and the elders, saying,
S. I have sinned by betraying innocent blood.
N. They said,
S. What is that to us? See to it yourself.
N. And throwing down the pieces of silver into the temple, he departed, and he went and hanged himself. But the chief priests, taking the pieces of silver, said,
S. It is not lawful to put them into the treasury, since it is blood money.
N. So they took counsel and bought with them the potter’s field as a burial place for strangers. Therefore that field has been called the Field of Blood to this day. Then was fulfilled what had been spoken by the prophet Jeremiah, saying, ‘And they took the thirty pieces of silver, the price of him on whom a price had been set by some of the sons of Israel, and they gave them for the potter’s field, as the Lord directed me.’
Now Jesus stood before the governor, and the governor asked him,
S. Are you the King of the Jews?
N. Jesus said,
✠ You have said so.
N. But when he was accused by the chief priests and elders, he gave no answer. Then Pilate said to him,
S. Do you not hear how many things they testify against you?
N. But he gave him no answer, not even to a single charge, so that the governor was greatly amazed.
Now at the feast the governor was accustomed to release for the crowd any one prisoner whom they wanted. And they had then a notorious prisoner called Barabbas. So when they had gathered, Pilate said to them,
S. Whom do you want me to release for you: Barabbas, or Jesus who is called Christ?
N. For he knew that it was out of envy that they had delivered him up. Besides, while he was sitting on the judgement seat, his wife sent word to him,
S. Have nothing to do with that righteous man, for I have suffered much because of him today in a dream.
N. Now the chief priests and the elders persuaded the crowd to ask for Barabbas and destroy Jesus. The governor again said to them,
S. Which of the two do you want me to release for you?
N. And they said,
S. Barabbas.
N. Pilate said to them,
S. Then what shall I do with Jesus who is called Christ?
N. They all said,
S. Let him be crucified!
N. And he said,
S. Why? What evil has he done?
N. But they shouted all the more,
S. Let him be crucified!
N. So when Pilate saw that he was gaining nothing, but rather that a riot was beginning, he took water and washed his hands before the crowd, saying,
S. I am innocent of this man’s blood; see to it yourselves.
N. And all the people answered,
S. His blood be on us and on our children!
N. Then he released for them Barabbas, and having scourged Jesus, delivered him to be crucified.
Then the soldiers of the governor took Jesus into the governor’s headquarters, and they gathered the whole battalion before him. And they stripped him and put a scarlet robe on him, and twisting together a crown of thorns, they put it on his head and put a reed in his right hand. And kneeling before him, they mocked him, saying,
S. Hail, King of the Jews!
N. And they spat on him and took the reed and struck him on the head. And when they had mocked him, they stripped him of the robe and put his own clothes on him and led him away to crucify him.
As they went out, they found a man of Cyrene, Simon by name. They compelled this man to carry his cross. And when they came to a place called Golgotha (which means Place of a Skull), they offered him wine to drink, mixed with gall, but when he tasted it, he would not drink it. And when they had crucified him, they divided his garments among them by casting lots. Then they sat down and kept watch over him there. And over his head they put the charge against him, which read, ‘This is Jesus, the King of the Jews.’ Then two robbers were crucified with him, one on the right and one on the left. And those who passed by derided him, wagging their heads and saying,
S. You who would destroy the Temple and rebuild it in three days, save yourself! If you are the Son of God, come down from the cross.
N. So also the chief priests, with the scribes and elders, mocked him, saying,
S. He saved others; he cannot save himself. He is the King of Israel; let him come down now from the cross, and we will believe in him. He trusts in God; let God deliver him now, if he desires him. For he said, ‘I am the Son of God.’
N. And the robbers who were crucified with him also reviled him in the same way.
Now from the sixth hour there was darkness over all the land until the ninth hour. And about the ninth hour Jesus cried out with a loud voice, saying,
✠ Eli, Eli, lema sabachthani?
N. that is, ‘My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?’ And some of the bystanders, hearing it, said,
S. This man is calling Elijah.
N. And one of them at once ran and took a sponge, filled it with sour wine, and put it on a reed and gave it to him to drink. But the others said,
S. Wait, let us see whether Elijah will come to save him.
N. And Jesus cried out again with a loud voice and yielded up his spirit.
All kneel for a period of silence.
N. And behold, the curtain of the temple was torn in two, from top to bottom. And the earth shook, and the rocks were split. The tombs also were opened. And many bodies of the saints who had fallen asleep were raised, and coming out of the tombs after his resurrection they went into the holy city and appeared to many. When the centurion and those who were with him, keeping watch over Jesus, saw the earthquake and what took place, they were filled with awe and said,
S. Truly this was the Son of God!
N. There were also many women there, looking on from a distance, who had followed Jesus from Galilee, ministering to him, among whom were Mary Magdalene and Mary the mother of James and Joseph and the mother of the sons of Zebedee.
When it was evening, there came a rich man from Arimathea, named Joseph, who also was a disciple of Jesus. He went to Pilate and asked for the body of Jesus. Then Pilate ordered it to be given to him. And Joseph took the body and wrapped it in a clean linen shroud and laid it in his own new tomb, which he had cut in the rock. And he rolled a great stone to the entrance of the tomb and went away. Mary Magdalene and the other Mary were there, sitting opposite the tomb.
The next day, that is, after the day of Preparation, the chief priests and the Pharisees gathered before Pilate and said,
S. Sir, we remember how that impostor said, while he was still alive, ‘After three days I will rise.’ Therefore order the tomb to be made secure until the third day, lest his disciples go and steal him away and tell the people, ‘He has risen from the dead’, and the last fraud will be worse than the first.
N. Pilate said to them,
S. You have a guard of soldiers. Go, make it as secure as you can.
N. So they went and made the tomb secure by sealing the stone and setting a guard.
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Prayer over the Offerings
Through the Passion of your Only Begotten Son, O Lord,
may our reconciliation with you be near at hand,
so that, though we do not merit it by our own deeds,
yet by this sacrifice made once for all,
we may feel already the effects of your mercy.
Through Christ our Lord.
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Communion Antiphon
Mt 26: 42
Father, if this chalice cannot pass without my drinking it,
your will be done.
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Prayer after Communion
Nourished with these sacred gifts,
we humbly beseech you, O Lord,
that, just as through the death of your Son
you have brought us to hope for what we believe,
so by his Resurrection
you may lead us to where you call.
Through Christ our Lord.
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Prayer over the People
Look, we pray, O Lord, on this your family,
for whom our Lord Jesus Christ
did not hesitate to be delivered into the hands of the wicked
and submit to the agony of the Cross.
Who lives and reigns for ever and ever.

2026-03-26 10:53:21 GMT

At last i have #notedeck working on my pc and so far its great

2026-03-24 20:00:14 GMT

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It’s a absolute joke all this crap

2026-03-22 21:24:34 GMT

Anyone gonna grab a steam PC
https://invidious.nerdvpn.de/watch?v=_rXtv5TinVU

2026-03-22 12:22:02 GMT

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This is a awesome post, we need to push bitcoin as hard as we can to get the freedom we need

2026-03-21 07:31:43 GMT

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Been using this for over a year now and loving it, so easy to use and plenty of features

2026-03-19 15:19:54 GMT

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Count me in on this

2026-03-18 20:27:54 GMT

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great stuff right here, loving your work and passion for bitcoin

2026-03-17 22:24:26 GMT

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This is a awesome way to look at it and very interesting

2026-03-17 22:24:07 GMT

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This is a awesome way to look at it and very interesting #note1k85…5kym

2026-03-15 21:31:38 GMT

James 5:13 NIV
[13] Is anyone among you in trouble? Let them pray. Is anyone happy? Let them sing songs of praise.
https://bible.com/bible/111/jas.5.13.NIV

2026-03-14 15:51:15 GMT

free your android device and download this now
https://zapstore.dev/

2026-03-14 15:11:28 GMT

I really have to recommended this app for those of you with children. I just wish you didn't have to use the play store to get it
https://paralino.app/download

2026-03-13 12:32:31 GMT

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Hope your day is going well

2026-03-13 11:30:10 GMT

GM all and what a stunning one it is

2026-03-13 11:16:19 GMT

https://music.apple.com/gb/album/guardian-angel/1844852439?i=1844852440

2026-03-11 07:40:03 GMT

John 10:11 NIV
[11] “I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.
https://bible.com/bible/111/jhn.10.11.NIV

2026-03-10 21:28:39 GMT

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Great stuff my man, check this out all #note17hc…nhg5

2026-03-10 07:39:54 GMT

GM I pray its a good one even with all this crazy stuff going on