18 March AD 2024

Culture of Death

VVEDNESDAY EXTRA

ICK Ordinations 2013
ICK Ordinations 2013

58 French Dioceses have No Ordinations This Year

. . .Traditionalist priests now account for 20% of ordinations in all of France. . .

from the Catholic Herald

Live Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Adorecast
Bishops’ Support for Open Borders Hides Self-Serving Politics – Maureen Mullarkey
What Happened to St. Paul’s Churches in the Middle East? – Rod Dreher, TAC Blogger
The Ad Hominem Fallacy is a Sin – Edward Feser Ph.D.
Letter to the Roman Catholics of the United States, A.D. 1790 – George Washington
The Vatican Publishes Norms on Consecrated Virgins – CNA/EWTN News via The CWR
The Sword in the Stone Belonged Not to King Arthur, but to Italian Saint – Aleteia
Holy Family in a Cage at Church: Which Bible to Quote? (Updated) – Bobby Ross Jr.
“Pro-Life” Bob Casey Votes with Planned Parenthood 75% of The Time – M. Bilger, LN
Symbolic Meaning of the Colors Used in the Liturgical Year, Infographic – ChurchPOP
The Great Divide: From Civility to Civil War? – Paul Murano, Catholic Vote
Rare 1st-Century Coin from Jewish Revolt Found in Ancient Jerusalem Drain – Aleteia
George Washington’s “Rules of Civility” were Originally from the Jesuits – Aleteia
Is Pope Francis’ Economic Critique Holding Back the Poor? – Henry Christopherson
Janus v. AFSCME: Political Freedom for Public Employees – Janice R. Brown, Acton
Bellarmine, Jefferson & the Declaration of Independence – Mt. E. Bunson, NC Register
Are Life, Liberty & Pursuit of Happiness Still Self-Evident Rights? – J. Clark, NCRegister
Work, Identity, & Christian Faith – Benjamin L. Smith Ph.D., Those Catholic Men
Whoever Is Not Against You Is For You – Rob Marco, Catholic Stand
Despite Doubts, Mexico’s Bishops Ready to Work with New Leader – I. San Martín, Crux
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VVEDNESDAY EDITION

Exile Definition (Credit: Casimiro PT & Shutterstock via TAC)

‘I Want Vengeance,’ Said The Christian-Hater

. . .Maddux: It’s reached a point for me where I am actually Happy when someone who is Christian or Republican Suffers.  I didn’t use to be like that.  But in the age of Trump, it is what it is.  I really can no longer empathize.  I just realized that if Rod got cancer tomorrow & passed, the dominant emotion I would feel would be happiness.  Is this healthy? Probably not.  But it is what it is, in the age of Trump.  I wish you guys nothing but ill-will & when the Democrats control the levers of power again, I don’t want balance restored.  I want vengeance for all the things you guys did while in power. . .

by Rod Dreher

Live Perpetual Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Adorecast
Provincial Recommended Fr. Frank Phillips be Restored as Canons Sup. Gen. – Fr. Zed
A New Book On Discerning Your Personal Vocation & How to Make It Happen – NLM
3 Problems Surrounding American Catholic Youth Ministry – Theresa Williams, epicPew
I Don’t Care What CAIR Says – Dave Griffey, Daffey Thoughts
Please Join Me in Prayer & Fasting for Fr. Frank Phillips – Fr. Richard Heilmann, RCM
Persecution Victims Deliver a Punch to the Gut at Religious Freedom Summit – J. Allen
New Baton Rouge Ordinary: What Did the Good Bishop Duca Learn? – Rod Dreher
Peter Kreeft’s ‘Forty Reasons’ is a Commendably Concise Apologetic – Francis Phillips
3 Christians Who Work in Hollywood – Jim Graves, National Catholic Register
Deaconette Study Commission Won’t Make Decisions, Recommendations – Fr. Z’s Blog
Canadian Bishops: Marijuana Use is Sinful, Despite Legalization – Deborah Gyapong, CH
Brief Biographical Sketches of 14 to be Made Cardinals June 28 – Cthlc News Service
Cardinal Nichols: ‘The Church Must Not Try to Hide Major Failings’ – Catholic Herald
In Times of Harsh Political Discourse, What Do the Scriptures Say? – Msgr. Charles Pope
Why the State Needs the Church: Interview with Macron’s Philosopher – Aleteia
Pope Francis Taps Italian Bishop to Head Vatican Treasury – CNA via The C World Report
Tweeting Bishop Says Social Media Humanizes Him – Christopher White, Crux
Approaching the Suicide Surge with Honesty & Resolve – Fr. Roger J. Landry, Int C Life™
Supreme Court Rules for Crisis Pregnancy Centers – Fr. Matthew Schneider L.C., TCL
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SATVRDAY EXTRA

Baby in the Womb (Credit: Screen Shot from Life News)

These Products, Cosmetics & Vaccines Made Using Cells From Aborted Babies

. . .Children of God for Life released a new list that informs consumers about products that are made or tested with cells from aborted babies. . .

by Micaiah Bilger

of Life News

Live Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Adorecast
How Heretics in the Church Win – Fr. Z’s Blog
Atheist Blesses Sneezing Woman (Warning: Satire) – Eye of the Tiber
St. Mary Frances of the Five Wounds of Jesus – Mystics of the Church
Bare-Knuckle Religion – Fr. George W. Rutler Th.D. S.T.D., Crisis Magazine
Why Does Medieval Catholic Art Have UFOs? The Answer Here. . . – ChurchPOP
When It’s Time to Stop Evangelizing – Eric Sammons, Catholic Answers Magazine
The Divine Relationship between Nature & the Liturgical Calendar – Napa Institute
The Two Cartesian Worlds – Edward Feser Ph.D.
Quæritur: How to Convince a Priest to Learn the Traditional Latin Mass? – Fr Ferguson
Sex & the City’s Profoundly Unrealistic View of the World Has Hurt Women – N. Mering
Chris Pratt Talks God on MTV, Get’s Standing Ovation – D.R. McClarey J.D., TACatholic
Does Jesus Forbid Self-Defense? – Msgr. Charles Pope, Community in Mission
Why this Pope Started the Custom of Saying “God Bless You!” when People Sneeze – C
On a Quest for the Holy Grail? Many Believe It Is in a Church in Spain – Aleteia

How to Maximize Your Wardrobe with the Right Handbag – Meghan Ashley Styling
Do Stay-At-Home Moms Act as a Drag on the Economy? – Anna Arnold, IfFW&E
WJAMI or ‘Would Jesus Accept My Invitation?’ – Brice Sokolowski, Catholic Fundraiser
Christian Law School Loses Religious Freedom Fight at Canadian Supreme Court – CH
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VVEDNESDAY MORNING EDITION

Anti Catholic Cartoon by Tom Halliday of the Sunday Independent, Ireland (Credit: Fr. Z’s Blog)

Anti-Catholic Cartoon Reveals the Spirit of the Recent Anti-Life Irish Referendum

. . .a lay reader today alerted me to an opinion cartoon in The Sunday Independent in Ireland.  That sad, earthly-enslaved nation repealed by referendum the 8th amendment to their Constitution, which protected the right to life of the unborn.  The Constitution, by the way, begins in the name of the Trinity & says, “humbly acknowledging all our obligations to our Divine Lord, Jesus Christ”. . .

by Father John Zuhlsdorf,

of Fr. Z’s Blog

Live Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Adorecast
The Surprising Way “Newly Ordained Priests Exit the Sacristy in Poland”! – ChurchPop
Bolivian Cardinal-Elect Denounces Rumors of a Wife & Children – CNA via NC Register

Vatican Re-Affirms St. John Paul II’s Ban on Priestesses, Now What? – Fr. Longenecker
Who Was Abraham? The Modern Attack on Abraham – Scott Smith J.D., All Roads Le. . .

Culture Wars: Where Are We Now? – Rod Dreher, TAC Blogger

A New Carmel & Center of Traditional Liturgy – Peter A. Kwasniewski Ph.D., Rorate Cæli
Knowing the Holy Spirit: Insight from the Gospel of St. John – Fr. N. Blackwell O. Carm.

Evangelization & Conversion, Yes, But How? – Tho. E. Gullickson, ad montem myrrhae
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Save Alfie Evans

Tilted Union Jack (Credit: MuralsWallPaper.co.uk)

Alfie’s Law? Charlie Gard’s Parents Announce New Campaign to Change Protocol

. . .Chris Gard & Connie Yates said that their son’s case, like that of Alfie Evans, showed the need for a law which avoids ‘unnecessary conflicts’. . .

by Dan Hitchens,

of Catholic Herald

Alfie Evans Shows Why a Strong Pro-Life Movement is So Vital – Dav. Marcus, The Fdrlst
Amazing Pictures Show Vatican Candlelight Vigil for Alfie Evans – Steven Ertelt, Lif Nws
Why Single-Payer Health Care Denies Care to Ill Children Like Alfie Evans – Wheatley
For the Love of Alfie – One Mad Mom
Alfie & the Archbishop – Fr. Dwight Longenecker
Alfie Evans Case Unmasks Anti-Catholicism in UK Press – Stephen Wynne, Chrch Militant
Alfie Evans & the American Revolutionary Spirit – Donald R. McClarey J.D., TACatholic
Catholic Assoc. Slams UK Catholic Leaders for Not Following Church Teaching – N Flory
The “New Pro-Life Movement” & Alfie Evans – Donald R. McClarey J.D., TACatholic
Top Pediatrician: Alfie Not Dying & Not Brain Dead – Steven Ertelt, Life News
UK Doctor: Alfie Evans Must Die Because His Parents Have a Bad Attitude – R Stoltzfoos
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THVRSDAY AFTERNOON EDITION

Alfie Evans (Credit: Screenshot via Catholic Herald)

The Battle for Alfie

. . .the Alfie Evans case has shaken Britain & the Church.  It raises serious questions about whether the law needs to change. . .

by Dan Hitchens,

of Catholic Herald

Archbishop of Liverpool Backs Alder Hey Hospital in Alfie Evans Case – Catholic Herald
Darkness Visible In Alder Hey – Rod Dreher, TAC Blogger
American Children & the Culture of Disrespect – Annie Holmquist, The Imaginative. . .
Cooperation with Sins Against Prudence (& Chastity) – Edward Feser Ph.D.
The Great Power of Prayer – Fr. Lawrence G. Lovasik, Catholic Exchange
Pelosi: No to Pro-Abortion Litmus Test for Democratic Candidates – Lauretta Brown, LN
Venezuela’s Ignored Implosion – Matthew Hanley, The Catholic Thing
Take This Free Online Course from Yale on World’s Great Cathedrals – Zelda Caldwell
The Five Circles of Evangelization – Eric Sammons, Catholic Answers Magazine
Alfie Evans & the Ultimate Authority Over Life & Death – Matthew Walther, The Week
Pierantoni: Gaudete et Exsultate Appears to Support Error of Situational Ethics – Reg
Alfie is a Victim of Secularism, There Will be Many More If We Don’t Fight – S. Herreid
Syrian Christian Leader: We Have the Formula for Peace – John Zmirak Ph.D., The Strm
Nuns Lead Fight on Human Trafficking – John L. Allen Jr., Crux
Mother Teresa and the Art of the Ask – Brice Sokolowski, CatholicFundraiser.net
Discovering Mercy – Betty Parquette, Catholic Stand
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TVESDAY AFTERNOON EDITION

Alfie Evans (Credit: Screenshot from Life News)

Air Ambulance Arrives Outside Alfie Evans’ Hospital to Take Him to Italy if Court Approves

. . .unfortunately, Italian citizenship did not matter to Justice Hayden yesterday . . . but his parents are hoping the fact that Alfie has survived on his own much longer than doctors thought will change the scenario. . .

by Steven Ertelt,

of Life News

Bullied for Adhering to the Faith in a Catholic High School – Paul Oakes, Catholic Stand
To Change the Church. . .or Replace It? (Ross Douthat) – John Zmirak Ph.D., The Strm
Snopes Is a Sneaky Liar on Calif.’s Bill to Ban Christian LGBT Talk – Rob. Gagnon, Fdrlst
Know the Truth & the Truth Will Make You . . . an Idolator? – Fr. Z’s Blog
This Is Why We Homeschool – Dave Griffey, Daffey Thoughts
When Christians are Compared to the 9/11 Terrorists – Michael Brown Ph.D., The Strm
Correlation of Non-Procreative Sex & Lack of Traditional Religion – Wil. M. Briggs Ph.D.
Catholic Guide to Loneliness – Dan Burke, Catholic Spiritual Direction
‘Priest with a Mic’ Hits the Streets of LA – Chloe Langr, epicPew
The HR-ification of the Public Square – Samuel D. Jones, First Things
Did You Know? Ladybugs Are Named for the Virgin Mary – Billy Ryan, uCatholic
What Happened When I Quit Social Media – Caroline Brock, Aleteia
This Mom of 16 Homeschools, Blogs, & Runs a Charity – Cerith Gardiner, Aleteia
Beware of False (Political) Prophets – Deacon James H. Toner, Crisis Magazine
April 24, 1945: Death of Fr. Cyclone – Donald R. McClarey J.D., The American Catholic
Talking Crosses, Camping Scribes, & Other Apocry-Follies – Cale Clarke, Cthlc Answers
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TVESDAY MORNING EDITION

An image of Alfie taken 23 April 2018 (Credit: WhatsAppFacebook Image via NCRegister.com Screengrab)

Alfie Evans Granted Italian Citizenship, Pope Francis Renews Appeal

. . .on the day the hospital wanted to remove his life support against his parent’s wishes, the Italian government grants the 23-month old toddler Italian citizenship to allow him immediate alternative care, but UK judge rejects all efforts to save him. . .

by Edward Pentin,

of the National Catholic Register

The Strangest Things in Catholic Culture, According to a Former Protestant – ChrchPop
Who’s Being Anti-Science Now? – Tom Gilson, The Stream
GQ Mag Puts the Bible on List of Most Overrated Books Ever – Matthew Archbold, CMR

Never Give Up! A Miracle Story to Support Alfie Evans – Fr. Richard Heilman, RCM
New Program for Future Seminarians Pilots in LA – Elisabeth Deffner, NC Register
What’s the Best Education Option for Catholic Families Today? – Eric Sammons, SU
A Year in a New Land: Reflections from a Recent Convert – Sarah Carey, Catholic Stand
Is Orthopraxy All that Matters? – Regis Nichol, Crisis Magazine
Christian Publisher Says Google Banned It Over ‘Faith We Express’ – J. Pullman, Fdrlst
Calif. Pioneers the War on Gender While Squashing Free Speech – Nic. Russell, Fdrlst
Do Catholics Worship Idols? – Fr. Dwight Longenecker
Christian Insistence on Purity & Moral Change – Jeffrey A. Mirus Ph.D., Catholic Culture
Wedding Showed Me ‘One, Holy, Catholic & Apostolic’ Fits the Church – L. Peterson
An Examination of Closet – Meghan Ashley Sabo, Meghan Ashley
Asking by the Rules: Canon 1262 & You – Brice Sokolowski, CatholicFundraiser.net
Mother Takes Ealing Council to Court Over Abortion Clinic ‘Buffer Zone’ – Th. Howard
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MONDAY AFTERNOON EDITION

Amazon City Graphic (Credit: Get Religion)

. . .the Washington Post: “The unspoken factor in Amazon’s search for a new home:  Jeff Bezo’s support for (so-called) gay rights”. . .

Pope Francis, Here are the Reforms Still Under Discussion – Andrea Gagliarducci, Mn Vt

The Prior of Silverstream on Secular Aesthetics – Rick Yoder, The Amish Catholic
Sacristy Tips: How To Correctly Wear a Conical Chasuble 



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FRIDAY EDITION

Spanish Easter Procession

Make Christianity Weird Again

. . .in the past few decades, some parts of the church that tend to reject the trappings of religion have tried desperately to appear “normal”. But for a generation that prizes authenticity, maybe that’s just a turn-off. Rather than being just a slightly rubbish version of the rest of the world, with slightly rubbish coffee & slightly rubbish music, maybe Christianity needs to embrace its difference, its strangeness, its weirdness, its mystery. Christianity as a norm, gone for good? Maybe that’s good news for everyone (Peter Ormerod of The Guardian, slightly edited). . .

by Rod Dreher

Really Bad Idea: Sand in Holy Water Fonts During Lent – Fr. Z’s Blog
Modesty: How Women Can Regain Control in a Sex-Obsessed Culture – Fr. David Nix
Not a Tame Lion: The “Deplorable” C.S. Lewis – Jerry D. Slayer, Crisis Magazine
The War Against Africa Today: Ideological Colonialism – Jeffrey A. Mirus Ph.D., CC
Card. Sarah in Canada: Goodness, Discipline, Knowledge, & Silence – Martyn W. Jones
Follow-Up on Tuesday’s Cassock Post – Gregory DiPippo, New Liturgical Movement
The 3 Hacks to Successful Fundraising in the Catholic Church – Brice Sokolowski
Pontificate Takes Another Hit With ‘Lettergate’ Mess – Fr. Ray. J. de Souza, NCRegister
Students Organize Pro-Life Walkout for Babies Killed By Abortion Violence – Ste. Ertelt
Pope Replaces Brazilian Bishop Arrested for Allegedly Stealing Church $ – I. San Martín
The Canaanite Woman: Was Jesus Prejudiced? – Nicholas LaBanca, Catholic Stand
Does Faith Reduce Divorce Risk? – Glenn T. Stanton, Public Discourse
Viganò Scandal Raises Questions about Reform in the Curia – Chr. R. Altieri, The CWR
After ISIS Beaten, Islamists Stop Iraqi Christians Returning to Their Homes – R. Karash
Belgian Priest: Vatican-China Deal on Bishops Might Really Happen – Barbe Fraze, CH
Christians Must Rise Up & Defend Children with Down Syndrome –  Dave Griffey, DF
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THVRSDAY EXTRA

Half Mast Flag of Texas at State Capitol in Austin (Credit: Flickr)

Reporters Delve into the Religion of Mark Conditt, the Dead Man Identified as Austin’s Serial Bomber

. . .as reporters began delving into the 23-year-old Conditt’s background, religious details — some more concrete than others — quickly emerged. . .

by Bobby Ross Jr.

of Get Religion

Austin Bombings: What Happens When Society Crumbles into Chaos? – Fr. Longenecker
‘Dictator Pope’ Author Henry Sire Suspended from Order of Malta – Catholic Herald
No Way Out: The Debacle at Providence College & Culture – Anthony M. Esolen Ph.D.
Incardination? – Fr. John Hunwicke, Fr Hunwicke’s Mutual Enrichment
The Faithful Catholic Who Could Succeed Angela Merkel – Jon Anderson, Cthlc Herald
Why Have We Turned Away from Beauty? – Janet Meyer, Catholic Stand
I’m a Millennial, Never Joined Facebook, Ask Me Anything – Mat. Walther, The Week
The Ultimate Fish Sandwich Challenge – uCatholic
‘Lettergate’ Debacle Unnecessary, But Useful in Surfacing Tensions – John Allen, Crux
General “Black Jack” Pershing Speaks! – Don. R. McClarey J.D., The American Catholic
Dealing with a Walk-Away World – John Horvat II, Crisis Magazine
Should the Sistine Chapel & Art Museums Turn Into Disney World? – Joy Pullmann
From Secession to ItalExit: Italy’s Lega Party – Alessandra Bocchi, Jacobite
Lent is a Microcosm of Life, With All Its Trials – Fr. Geo. W. Rutler S.T.D. Th.D., NCRgstr
Liberalism as a Virtue – Hallam Willis, First Things
Abortions of Down Syndrom Babies Isn’t Compassion, It’s Eugenics – Nicole Russell, LN
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THVRSDAY EDITION

Archbishop Joseph F. Naumann of Kansas City, Kansas (Credit: LifeNews.com)

Archbishop Joseph F. Naumann of Kansas City (Kansas) Condemns Pro-Abortion “Cafeteria Catholics” Who “Pick & Choose” What Teachings They Like

. . .November 2018 will mark the beginning of Archbishop Naumann’s new leadership of the USCCBs’ Pro-Life Activities Committee. November also will determine the political fate of those whom Archbishop Naumann has labeled “cafeteria Catholics”. . .

by Indya Rennie,

of Life News

How Bad was the Three Days of Darkness This Year? – Fr. Z’s Blog
Five Takeaways from Msgr. Viganò’s Resignation – Edward Pentin, NC Register
Witch Hunt At Providence College – Rod Dreher, TAC Blogger
Atheist Young Europe – Rod Dreher, TAC Blogger
Fasting for Body & Soul: Alternating Day & Fasting Mimicking Diet – Jay Richards Ph.D.
West Silent as Genocide Lurks in Syria – Trey Dimsdale J.D., Acton Institute
Killing the Bible Softly with Your Appeals – Brice Sokolowski, CatholicFundraiser.net
Michael Sean Winters, Ross Douthat & His Book for Popes’ 5th Anniversary – Fr. Z’s Blg
Genetic Modification of Embryos: The Truth Behind the Research – Dan. Kuebler Ph.D.
What Christ Saw from the Garden – Charlie McKinney, Catholic Spiritual Direction
Redeem Your Vision from the Effects of the Pornography Culture – Th. Williams, epcPw
Let Kids Be Kids! – Donald R. McClarey J.D., The American Catholic
The Spirit of Vatican II & a Synod on Youth – One Mad Mom
US Rep.: My Down Syndrome Son’s Life Worth Living; Re: Ruth Marcus – Z Romanowsky
Madeline L’Engle, CS Lewis & Christianity: Beyond Collectivism & Individualism – JJB
What Faith & Science Have in Common – Brian Holdsworth, uCatholic
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