activities · 19
what they do
direct service · 14
- Devotional Promotion and Religious Observance Devotional Evangelism through Catholic Icons and FeastsPromotes devotion to Catholic figures such as Our Lady of Fatima and St. Joseph, including observance of specific liturgical feasts and use of religious icons to spread spiritual messages.
- Devotional Promotion and Religious Observance Devotional Evangelism through Catholic Icons and FeastsPromotes traditional Catholic devotions such as the Feast of the Patronage of St. Joseph and devotion to Our Lady of Fatima, including historical documentation and use of religious icons to spread messages.
- Distribution of Outreach and Membership MaterialsProvides downloadable and printable resources such as flyers and the "Rite of Investment with the Crusader Cross" PDF to support evangelization, membership onboarding, and priestly participation in Traditionalist initiatives.
- Facilitating Communal Penance Traditionalist Catholic Reparation MovementsFacilitates communal penance among Catholic Traditionalists for the reparation of sins, conversion of sinners, restoration of Catholic Faith, and triumph of Christendom.
- Facilitation of Fasting and Penitential PracticesOffers a structured fasting program with three tiers of commitment open to Catholics of any Rite, with Tier 1 as a base requirement for members, supported by a Telegram group to coordinate participation.
- Facilitation of Lay Sodalities and Spiritual Fellowships Traditionalist Catholic Reparation MovementsChampions and operates lay spiritual organizations including the Fellowship of St. Nicholas and the Crusade of Eucharistic Reparation, providing structure, rituals, and coordination for members committed to spiritual practices, reparation, and evangelization.
- Managing a Structured Fasting ProgramOffers a structured fasting program with three tiers of commitment, open to Catholics of any Rite, and manages a Telegram group to facilitate participation in the fasting fellowship.
- Operating the Crusade of Eucharistic Reparation Traditionalist Catholic Reparation MovementsOperates the Crusade of Eucharistic Reparation, a lay sodality launched in June 2020 in response to profanations of the Blessed Sacrament during the COVID crisis, which also advocates for reversing "Traditionis Custodes".
- Operation of Lay Sodalities and Spiritual Fellowships Traditionalist Catholic Reparation MovementsChampions and manages lay spiritual organizations including the Fellowship of St. Nicholas and the Crusade of Eucharistic Reparation, providing structure, rituals, and participation mechanisms for Traditionalist Catholics committed to spiritual practices, reparation, and evangelization.
- Organization of Structured Fasting and Penance ProgramsOffers a tiered fasting program for Catholics of any Rite, with Tier 1 as a base requirement for membership, and uses digital platforms like Telegram to facilitate participation and communal penance for reparation, conversion, and restoration of the Faith.
- Promoting Devotion to Our Lady of Fatima Devotional Evangelism through Catholic Icons and FeastsPromotes devotion to Our Lady of Fatima and disseminates her message, including through the use of a Russian icon.
- Providing Liturgical ResourcesProvides a downloadable PDF of the "Rite of Investment with the Crusader Cross" for priests, adapted by Aaron Seng and approved by Bishop Athanasius Schneider.
- Publishing Traditional Catholic Reading Lists Christian Podcast & Audio TeachingPublishes reading lists focused on Traditional Catholicism to help Catholics deepen their faith and understand differences between pre and post-conciliar paradigms.
- Supporting the Fellowship of St. Nicholas Discipleship Community BuildingChampions the Fellowship of St. Nicholas, a lay sodality dedicated to spiritual practices for saving souls and assisting brethren.
advocacy · 2
- Advocacy for Reversal of Traditionis Custodes Traditionalist Catholic Reparation MovementsAdvocates for the reversal of Pope Francis’s motu proprio Traditionis Custodes by incorporating this intention into the spiritual activities of the Crusade of Eucharistic Reparation.
- Advocacy for Traditional Liturgical Rights Traditionalist Catholic Reparation MovementsAdvocates for the reversal of the apostolic letter Traditionis Custodes, which restricts the Traditional Latin Mass, by incorporating this intention into organized spiritual campaigns like the Crusade of Eucharistic Reparation.
research · 3
- Historical and Theological Research Christian Podcast & Audio TeachingDocuments historical aspects of Catholic tradition, such as the institution of the Feast of the Patronage of St. Joseph, and publishes articles presenting theological arguments, such as Pope John XXIII's defense of Latin.
- Publication of Tradition-Focused Educational Resources Christian Theological Education & ResearchProduces and distributes reading lists and articles to help Catholics deepen their understanding of pre- and post-conciliar differences in Catholic tradition, including a published article on Pope John XXIII's defense of Latin with commentary.
- Publication of Tradition-Focused Educational Resources Christian Theological Education & ResearchProduces and distributes reading lists and articles that help Catholics understand pre- and post-conciliar differences in the Church, including commentary on historical papal positions such as Pope John XXIII's defense of the Latin Mass.
strategies · 23
how they think
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- Adherence to Traditional Fasting and Abstinence traditional_catholic_practicesThe organization promotes traditional Catholic practices of fasting and abstinence, using the Church's history as a guide and adhering to the 1917 Code of Canon Law (with some modifications) to foster mutual accountability and spiritual merit among members.
- Advocacy for Liturgical and Linguistic Tradition liturgical-traditionalismPromotes the preservation and full use of Latin as a sacred, unifying language that safeguards theological continuity and supports traditional liturgy, opposing modern reforms that prioritize social responsiveness over mystery and unity.
- Combating Errors and Evangelizing through Tradition combating_errors_and_evangelizingThe organization fights for Tradition by actively combating specific errors (such as a false spirit of Vatican I, sedevacantism, and Eastern Orthodoxy) and simultaneously preaching the Gospel to non-Catholics. This approach aims to clarify and uphold Catholic doctrine while expanding the reach of the faith.
- Combating doctrinal errors and evangelizing non-Catholics combating errors and evangelizingEngages in theological defense of Tradition by opposing perceived errors such as sedevacantism and Eastern Orthodoxy, while also preaching the Gospel to non-Catholics as part of a broader mission.
- Critiquing Modern Liturgical Reforms liturgical_traditionalismThe organization critiques modern liturgical reforms, asserting that they have shifted from an organic, mystery-centered tradition to an instrumental, socially responsive messaging, thereby undermining the true nature of Catholic worship.
- Cultural Renewal through Traditional Practices cultural_renewal_through_traditionSeeks to restore Catholic culture and rebuild Christendom by reinvigorating traditional liturgy, devotions, customs, and arts, grounded in historical continuity and ecclesial tradition as a response to modern fragmentation.
- Cultural renewal through traditional Catholic practices cultural_renewal_through_traditionSeeks to rebuild Catholic culture and restore tradition by reinvigorating historical devotions, liturgical practices, fasting disciplines, and adherence to pre-conciliar norms as a means of spiritual and societal renewal.
- Defending and Restoring the Real Presence and Latin Mass eucharistic_devotion_and_restorationOne Peter Five Inc engages the laity in a spiritual "crusade" to defend the dogma of the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist, make reparation for sins against the Blessed Sacrament, and work towards the restoration of the Latin Mass in the Church. This involves encouraging monthly Eucharistic Adoration and specific prayers.
- Devotional Practice as Evangelization and Defense of Doctrine devotional_practice_and_evangelizationCombines devotional practices—such as Eucharistic Adoration and veneration of sacred icons—with active evangelization and doctrinal defense, using structured spiritual campaigns to deepen faith and combat theological errors.
- Discipleship formed through suffering and reparation discipleship-through-sufferingTeaches that Christian identity involves embracing suffering as integral to discipleship and engaging in acts of reparation for sins against the faith, especially those directed at the Eucharist.
- Discipleship through Suffering and Reparation discipleship-through-sufferingTeaches that Christian discipleship entails embracing suffering as essential to the faith and calls for spiritual reparation—particularly for sins against the Eucharist—through devotional acts and penitential practices.
- Latin as a sacred and unifying language Latin language promotionPromotes Latin as a vehicle for preserving sacred tradition, ensuring doctrinal continuity, and fostering ecclesial unity, positioning it as an altruistic alternative to national languages that encourage division.
- Lay-Led Interior and Spiritual Reform lay-led_interior_reformEmpowers the laity to lead personal, familial, and cultural renewal within the Church, emphasizing spiritual reparation, accountability in traditional practices like fasting, and active defense of core doctrines such as the Real Presence.
- Lay-led interior and spiritual reform lay-led_interior_reformEmpowers the laity to lead personal, familial, and communal renewal through spiritual practices, accountability, and active defense of doctrine, particularly in preserving the Real Presence and promoting reparation.
- Promoting Latin as a Unifying and Preservative Language Latin_language_promotionThe organization advocates for the full use and high proficiency of the Latin language, viewing it as an "altruistic language" that fosters unity and humility, in contrast to national languages that lead to fragmentation. Latin is seen as a crucial vehicle for preserving and transmitting sacred tradition, theology, and the deposit of faith, ensuring continuity within the Church.
- Promoting Traditional Catholic Discipleship and Ecclesial Necessity discipleship_and_ecclesial_necessityOne Peter Five Inc teaches that Christian discipleship involves following Christ into suffering, viewing it as integral to faith. It also emphasizes the necessity of the Catholic Church for salvation, interpreting Vatican II's *Lumen gentium* as a pastoral safeguard, and uses the Good Shepherd theology to interpret Christian identity and unity.
- Reinvigorating Traditional Catholic Practices and Culture cultural_renewal_through_traditionOne Peter Five Inc aims to restore Catholic culture and tradition by re-emphasizing traditional practices, reforming liturgy, supporting vocations, reviving historical devotions, and promoting Catholic Tradition in its fullness (doctrine, liturgy, customs, pious beliefs, art, architecture, music) as an alternative to a "godless world." This includes rebuilding Christendom and engaging the laity in personal, familial, and cultural renewal.
- Theological Framework of the Good Shepherd good-shepherd-theologyInterprets Christian identity, mission, and ecclesial unity through the theological lens of Christ as the Good Shepherd and Bishop of souls, reinforcing the necessity of the Church for salvation and spiritual guidance.
- Theological grounding in ecclesial necessity and Christology ecclesial-necessityInterprets salvation through the necessity of the Catholic Church and Christ’s identity as the Good Shepherd to reinforce ecclesial unity, doctrinal fidelity, and pastoral urgency.
- Traditionalist theological and liturgical restoration liturgical-traditionalismAdvocates for a return to traditional theology and liturgy, including the Latin Mass and pre-Vatican II liturgical forms, grounded in the belief that organic, mystery-centered worship sustains spiritual unity and doctrinal integrity.
- Unification and Education within the Traditional Catholic Movement unite_the_clansSeeks to unite traditional Catholics across theological and ecclesial differences while providing educational resources to clarify pre- and post-Vatican II paradigms and promote deeper understanding of Catholic Tradition.
- Unifying traditional Catholics across factions uniting traditional CatholicsSeeks to unite Catholics committed to Tradition—despite disagreements on secondary issues—by emphasizing shared dogmatic confession and a common mission to restore Catholic life and practice.
- Uniting Traditional Catholics uniting_traditional_catholicsOne Peter Five Inc supports efforts to unite traditional Catholics who confess the dogmas of the faith and seek to restore Tradition, even when there are disagreements on certain matters, fostering a collective movement for restoration.
named programs · 6
what they call their work
Crusade
Lay sodality encouraging spiritual combat and devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, particularly promoted during the month of June.
Fatima Icon
Lay sodality dedicated to devotion to Our Lady of Fatima under her Russian icon, promoting Marian consecration and intercession for the Church.
Fellowship
Lay sodality focused on communal prayer, fasting, and mutual support in living out traditional Catholic spirituality.
Postliberal Conversation
Forum for discussing Catholic social thought in response to the decline of liberal democracy, promoting the doctrine of the Two Swords and traditional civil order.
Synod Watch
Analysis and commentary on current events in the Catholic Church, especially synodal developments, with an emphasis on sober critique and fidelity to tradition.
Trad Godfathers Series
Editorial initiative highlighting the lives and teachings of key traditionalist figures such as Lefebvre, Garrigou-Lagrange, Plinio Corrêa de Oliveira, and Dietrich von Hildebrand.
relationships · 18
who they work with
- A Catholic Life Partner — Champions the Fellowship of St. Nicholas in partnership with OnePeterFive.
- Auxilium Christianorum Partner — References Auxilium Christianorum as a resource for spiritual warfare.
- Benedictus Partner — Partner in running the Crusade of Eucharistic Reparation and adapted the Rite of Investment with the Crusader Cross.
- Bishop Athanasius Schneider Partner — Called for the Crusade of Eucharistic Reparation, wrote the prayer for the crusade, and approved the Rite of Investment with the Crusader Cross.
- Confraternity of Our Lady of Fatima Partner — Collaborates on the Fatima Icon project to promote devotion to Our Lady of Fatima.
- Crisis Publications Partner — Eric Sammons serves as Executive Director and contributes to One Peter Five.
- Crisis Publications Partner — OnePeterFive is a division of Crisis Publications.
- Latin Mass Society of England and Wales Partner — Dr. Joseph Shaw is the Chairman, contributing to the mission of One Peter Five.
- LatinMass.com Partner — Partner in running the Crusade of Eucharistic Reparation.
- Pope Pius IX Government — Instituted the Feast of the Patronage of St. Joseph in 1847.
- Pope Pius XII Government — Introduced the feast of St. Joseph the Worker in 1955 and oversaw the suppression of the Patronage feast.
- Sensus Fidelium Partner — Champions the Fellowship of St. Nicholas in partnership with OnePeterFive.
- Sensus Traditionis Partner — References Sensus Traditionis as a resource for multimedia materials on spiritual life, featuring talks and homilies from Fr. Chad Ripperger.
- The Meaning of Catholic Partner — Founded by Timothy Flanders to unite Catholics against challenges to the Church.
- The Remnant Partner — Supports the "unite the clans" effort for Tradition, as advocated by Michael Matt, editor of The Remnant.
- Una Voce America Partner — Provides sample letters from Una Voce America to request a traditional Latin Mass.
- Una Voce International Partner — Dr. Joseph Shaw serves as Secretary, supporting traditional Catholic practices.
- Whispers of Restoration Partner — Collaborated to publish a Traditional Catholic reading list.