19 March AD 2024

Mother Angelica

FRIDAY MORNING EDITION

Mother Angelica, Singlehandedly, Turned the Barque of Peter in 1993

. . .much like a loving parent watching her toddler wander out into a road with busy traffic, Mother Angelica was stern & disciplinary in her rebukes of this terribly dangerous trend. . .

by Father Richard Heilman

of Roman Catholic Man

Meghan Markle & the Court Masque; Not a Real Wedding – David Warren, Essays in. . .
Hartford Archd., Knights of Columbus Partner to Aid ISIS Victims – CNA via The CWR
How to Destroy Western Civilization without Spilling Your Latte – T Gilson/Zmirak PhD
Why is Macron Courting the Church? – Samuel Gregg D.Phil., Catholic Herald
Paul VI’s Dislike of the Liturgical Reform – Gregory DiPippo, New Liturgical Movement
Michael Ludwig & the Demon – Thomas L. McDonald, National Catholic Register
Catholic Sexual Liberation: A Rerun Way Too Late – Jeffrey A. Mirus Ph.D., Cthlc Cult.
Convert & Seminarian: Journey of Kyle Richard Thérèse George – Scott Smith J.D.
The Church & Islam: Nostalgia for the 60’s – William Kilpatrick Ph.D., The Cthlc Thing
Sacred Mass: Does Our Behavior Reflect the Sanctity? – D. Cingoranelli, Catholic Stand
The Best Defense Is a Good Offense: CS Lewis’s Abolition of Man – Mic. J. Watson Ph.D.
Nothing Will Be Wasted – Erin Cain, Ignitum Today
The Mission Territory of . . . Wikipedia – Arthur Herlin, Aleteia
The Scandal of Jesus: 4th Sun. of Easter Readings Explained – Jn. Bergsma Ph.D., TSP
3 Habits of Faith & Problem Solving – Ben Butera, The American Catholic
Religion Boosts Teenagers’ Grades – Michael Cook, Mercatornet
Note: A new post is published daily at 12:01 am U.S. Central Time

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THVRSDAY CATHOLICA EDITION

Mother Angelica’s Response to a Prank Call Will Blow You Away

by Jessica McAfee

of epicPew

If You Want to Understand the Times We’re Living In, Read This – Francis X. Maier, NC Rgstr
Ford Motor Company Debuts New Rad-Trad X9 Van – Eye of the Tiber
Why & How Does Satan Roam the Earth? – Msgr. Charles Pope, Community in Mission
Penance Given in Confession was too Vague – Fr. Z’s Blog
Committees, World Without End – Anthony Esolen Ph.D., Crisis Magazine
Nigerian Cardinal Criticises Attempts to Relax Communion Rules – CNS via Catholic Herald
The Good, the Bad & the Ugly of Catholic Fundraising – Brice Sokolowski, Cthlc Fundraiser
The Bi-locating Nun Who May have Evangelized America – Philip Kosloski, Aleteia
The Heron Life: The Virtue of Stability – Suellen Brewster, Catholic Stand
A Pastoral Letter to Surgers – Joan Lewis, Joan’s Rome
Motown & the Turbocharged Church – George Weigel, The Dispatch via The CWR
What Does it Mean to Grieve Like a ‘Good Catholic?’ – Amanda Evinger, NC Register
Internet Evangelism & Apologetics: Catholic Church Approval – Dave Armstrong, Biblical. . .
Jesus, Canaanite Woman & Dogs: Sun. Mass Readings (OT) Explained, Vid. – Pitre Ph.D., TSP
“LIT” is One of the Best Catholic Resources Available – Shaun McAfee O.P., epicPew
The Catholic Church’s Commitment to Counteracting Racism – Justin McClain, Catholic Stand
For the THVRSDAY SÆCVLARIA EDITION (17 August AD 2017) click here.
For the FRIDAY SÆCVLARIA EDITION (18 August AD 2017) click here.
For the FRIDAY CATHOLICA EDITION (18 August AD 2017) click here.

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WEDNESDAY EXTRA

(Photo Credit: Courtesy of Rhoda Wise House and Grotto via Catholic News Agency)
(Photo Credit: Courtesy of Rhoda Wise House and Grotto via Catholic News Agency)

This Ohio Mystic Mentored Mother Angelica, Was She a Saint?

by Kevin J. Jones

of the Catholic News Agency

Cardinal Caffarra Signed Declaration Upholding Church’s Teaching on Marriage – Edward Pentin
Living Well in Evil Times – Robert Royal Ph.D., The Catholic Thing
SOGI Laws: A Subversive Response to a Nonexistent Problem – James Gotty J.D., Public Dscrs
The Anointing of the Healthy? – Kevin T. Di Camillo, Crisis Magazine
Dutch Cardinal Warns Canadian Bishops about ‘Slippery Slope’ of Euthanasia – C.N.S. via C.H.
Jesuits Explain the Process for Electing Their New Superior General – Cindy Wooden, Cth Hrld
Claretian Religious Order Sued Over Sex Abuse Allegations – Associated Press via Crux
U.S. Clergy Serve as Chaplains During Ryder Cup – Catholic News Service via Catholic Herald
California Bishops Urge Voters to Reject the Death Penalty – Catholic News Service via C.H.
Upcoming Missions Conference Aims to Show Evangelism is for Everyone – Barbie O’Dowd, eP
Pope Concerned Over North Korea’s Nuclear Testing – Inés San Martín, Crux

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SUNDAY AFTERNOON EDITION

MotherAngelicaRaymondArroyoMother Angelica’s Funeral Mass, the Triumph of Latin, Chant, and Ad Orientem at EWTN

by Roseanne Sullivan

of New Liturgical Movement

Life in the Pleasure-Dome Makes the Church’s Task Incalculably Difficult – Carl R. Trueman
The Destruction of Childhood – Mitchell Kalpakgian Ph.D., Truth and Charity Forum
The West’s War on the Family – Bruce P. Frohnen J.D., Crisis Magazine
The Lost Defender: King Henry VIII – Ann Casey, Catholic Stand
Book Provides a Deeper Understanding of Catholicism in 20th Century – Eduardo Echeverria
Les Misérables and the Church Militant – Erin Cain, Ignitum Today
Reclaiming the Icon – Keri Wiederspahn, Beauty of Catholicism
Rediscovering the Beautiful – Caroline Roberts, Acton Commentary
Why God Can’t Command Us to Do Evil – Karlo Broussard Ph.D., Catholic Answers
The Saints of August – K.E. Colombini, Crisis Magazine
Peter, Paul, and Collaborative Ministry – Deacon Greg Lambert, Catholic Stand

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THURSDAY EDITION

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MONDAY EDITION

Peter Kreeft black and whiteLet Peter Kreeft and Mother Angelica Tell You How to be Holy

by Anabelle Hazard

of Catholic Stand

Turkish Pres. Erdogan Seizes Six Churches, Making Them State Property – Michael V.D. Galien
Media Gush Over Study, Only to Find Same-Sexers More Irritated w/ Their Children – Regnerus
Diocese of Phoenix Combats Crisis of Men in the Church – Stephen Beale, Natl Cthlc Register
Anti-Religious Freedom Editor Removed as Editor of Catholic News Service – D. McClarey J.D.
D.A. Devon Anderson Accused of Colluding w/ P.P. to Charge David Daleiden – C. Sullenger
Of Restrooms and Reason – Two Catholic Men and a Blog
Psychics Point Away from Jesus; An Example Is the Long Island Medium – Patti M. Armstrong
5 Things My Mother & Daughter Taught Me about Caring for People with Dementia – Nan. Valko
Book Review of Freedom: Battle Strategies for Conquering Temptation – Shaun McAfee, E.P.
“Enter His Gates With Thanksgiving. . . ”: A Soul’s Journey into God – Mary Proffit Kimmel
Doctors Who Kill Patients in Assisted Suicides May Suffer f/ Psychological Problems – Con. Beck
Amoris Lætitia: The Infamous Footnote 351 – Big Pulpit (April 11, 2016)
Amoris Lætitia, The Joy of Love: Friday Update – Big Pulpit (April 15, 2016)
Amoris Lætitia, The Explanations Continue – Big Pulpit (April 17, 2016)
Five Serious Problems with Chapter 8 of Amoris Laetitia – Big Pulpit (April 24, 2016)
For the GOD & CAESAR THURSDAY EDITION (April 14, 2016) click here.
For the TUESDAY EDITION (April 19, 2016) click here.
For the TUESDAY EXTRA (April 19, 2016) click here.
For the GOD & CAESAR SUNDAY EDITION (April 24, 2016) click here.
For the LATE SUNDAY EDITION (April 24, 2016) click here.

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SUNDAY EXTRA

Mother Angelica with a Crucifex Jesus Cross Beauty Beautiful Love SacrificeMother Angelica’s Feminine Genius

by Alice Von Hildebrand

of the National Catholic Register

Philosophy of Music, BB Guns, and Pull Ups – Taylor Marshall Ph.D., Maccabee Society
Intense New Image of the Sacred Heart and Your Act of Reparation (Action Item!) – Fr. Z’s Blog
The Best Way To Experience Lourdes – Fr. Matthew Pittam, Catholic Herald
Sacred Music vs. “Praise & Worship”: Does It Matter? (Part II) – Peter Kwasniewski Ph.D., 1P5
A Conceptual Tripod: Liturgical Law, Tradition, and Culture – Aelredus Rievallensis, Nw Lt Mv
Purity of Heart – Amy Atkinson, Ignitum Today
Canadians Will Regret Legal Assisted Suicide, Cardinal Collins Predicts – Kevin J. Jones, C.N.A.
Catch 23: Why a World with Two Billion Christians In It Stays Such a Mess, Part I – Felix Whelan
Full Text of Pope Francis’ In-Flight Interview from Lesbos to Rome – Catholic News Agency
The Compendium of the Gospel – Fr. C. John McCloskey III, The Catholic Thing
As He Leaves Greece, Pope Francis Takes 12 Refugees With Him – Elise Harris, Cth Nws Agncy
Amoris Lætitia: The Infamous Footnote 351 – Big Pulpit (April 11, 2016)
Amoris Lætitia, The Joy of Love: Friday Update – Big Pulpit (April 15, 2016)
Amoris Lætitia, The Explanations Continue – Big Pulpit (April 17, 2016)
Five Serious Problems with Chapter 8 of Amoris Laetitia – Big Pulpit (April 24, 2016)
For the GOD & CAESAR THURSDAY EDITION (April 14, 2016) click here.
For the SUNDAY EDITION (April 17, 2016) click here.
For the TUESDAY EDITION (April 19, 2016) click here.
For the TUESDAY EXTRA (April 19, 2016) click here.
For the GOD & CAESAR SUNDAY EDITION (April 24, 2016) click here.
For the LATE SUNDAY EDITION (April 24, 2016) click here.

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MONDAY EXTRA

Kneeling Altar Rail Holy Communion PriestThe Omission in that Haunts the Church, 1 Corinthians 11:27-29 and Amoris Laetitia

by Peter Kwasniewski, Ph.D.,

of New Liturgical Movement

My Visit to Fox News – Steve Skojec, One Peter 5
The Little Sister’s Last Stand for Religious Liberty – Bruce Frohnen, Crisis Magazine
Pope Francis Has the Best Emojis – Alex R. Hey, Epic Pew
Jane Austen Prays – Guy McClung J.D. Ph.D., Catholic Stand
The (John Allen’s) Crux of the Religion-News Business in the Age of the Internet – Tr. Mattingly
The Distinctiveness of Christianity – Howard Kainz, The Catholic Thing
Mirrors Darkly – Kevin Aldrich, Catholic Stand
Mother Angelica’s Private and Pithy Lessons from the Scriptures (Image Books) – Stuart Dunn
Pope Francis: When Giving to the Poor, Look Them in the Eyes – Ann Schneible, C.N.A.
Always Watching: Of Candles, Commands, and “The Joy of Love” – Rick Becker, N.C. Register
The Universal Destination Of Goods: The Good, The Greedy and The Robbers – Veronica Arntz
Amoris Lætitia, The Joy of Love: Sunday Update – Big Pulpit (April 10, 2016)
Amoris Lætitia: The Infamous Footnote 351 – Big Pulpit (April 11, 2016)
Amoris Lætitia: Strong Reactions – Big Pulpit (April 12, 2016)
Amoris Lætitia, The Joy of Love: Tuesday Update – Big Pulpit (April 12, 2016)
For the ST. PETER & PROPHET MUHAMMAD FRIDAY EDITION (April 8, 2016) click here.
For the MONDAY EDITION (April 11, 2016) click here.
For the GOD & CAESAR MONDAY EDITION (April 11, 2016) click here.
For the TUESDAY EDITION (April 12, 2016) click here.
For the TUESDAY EXTRA (April 12, 2016) click here.

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THURSDAY EDITION

Pope Francis Smiling to Bishops and Cardinals OutdoorsThe Pope’s Family Apostolic Exhortation ‘Amoris Laetitia’: What’s In Play

by Edward Pentin

of the National Catholic Register

The Misguided Compassion of Social Justice Catholics – Dana R. Casey, Crisis Magazine
Polish Archbishop Warns of ‘Pseudo-Merciful’ Attitude & Political Correctness – Edward Pentin
In Massachusetts, A Difficult, Dangerous Religious-Freedom Test Case – Phil Lawler, Cthlc Cltr
Managing Expectations for the Exhortation – Carl E. Olson, The Dispatch
Sexuality Policy Guide Addresses Urgent Need of Catholic Schools – Adam Cassandra, C.E.D.
Mother Angelica Started an ‘Evangelical Revolution,’ Reaching Millions of Souls – Edward Pentin
Peter the Shepherd & the Papacy (3rd Sunday of Easter) – Brant Pitre Ph.D., The Sacred Page

Escape to America: A Syrian Christian Perspective – Stephen Herreid, The Stream
Proclaiming the Gospel of Christ Through Love – Anne De Santis, Catholic Stand
Setting the Prisoner Free – Randall Smith Ph.D., The Catholic Thing
Amoris Laetitia, The Joy of Love, The Apostolic Exhortation – Big Pulpit (April 8, 2016)
For the BYZANTINE MONDAY EDITION (April 4, 2016) click here.
For the GOD & CAESAR THURSDAY EDITION (April 7, 2016) click here.
For the FRIDAY EDITION (April 8, 2016) click here.
For the GOD & CAESAR FRIDAY EDITION (April 8, 2016) click here.
For the ST. PETER & PROPHET MUHAMMAD FRIDAY EDITION (April 8, 2016) click here.

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WEDNESDAY EDITION

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S.S.P.X. Bishop Alfonso de Galarreta: Pope Francis Will Unilaterally Recognize the S.S.P.X.

by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

of Fr. Z’s Blog

The Future of American Catholicism – Elliot Milco, First Things
New Cardinal Sarah Interview: “Being Good” Is Not Enough – Adfero, Rorate Cæli
Reading Tea Leaves on the Pope’s Post-Synod Document – Phil Lawler, Catholic Culture
Imploring the U.S. Bishops to Implement Canon Law – Bai Macfarlane, Mary’s Advocates
Not Just a Mother to Catholics, Locals Reflect on Mother Angelica – Matt Hadro, C.N.A.
Way For Catholics To Mark the Reformation Is To Celebrate the Papacy – Fr. Ale. Lucie-Smith
Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Knights of Columbus, and Martyrs – Dan Byron, Catholic Stand
Book Review of Illiberal Reformers: Race Eugenics and American Econo. . .  – George J. Marlin
New York Yankees’ Scout Finds Strength in Catholic Church – Trent Beattie, Natl Cth Register
Mary, Mercy, and Me – Theresa Williams, Ignitum Today
Freedom to Change Your Life: Why the Gov’t Shouldn’t Ban “Reparative Therapy” – W. Heyer
Amoris Laetitia, The Joy of Love, The Apostolic Exhortation – Big Pulpit (April 8, 2016)
For the Mother Angelica, Queen of All Media post (April 3, 2016) click here.

For the BYZANTINE MONDAY EDITION (April 4, 2016) click here.
For the GOD & CAESAR MONDAY EDITION (April 4, 2016) click here.
For the THURSDAY EDITION (April 7, 2016) click here.
For the GOD & CAESAR THURSDAY EDITION (April 7, 2016) click here.
For the FRIDAY EDITION (April 8, 2016) click here.
For the GOD & CAESAR FRIDAY EDITION (April 8, 2016) click here.
For the ST. PETER & PROPHET MUHAMMAD FRIDAY EDITION (April 8, 2016) click here.

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Mother Angelica, Queen of All Media

(Daniel Ibanez/C.N.A.)
(Daniel Ibanez/C.N.A.)

Cardinal Pell: Mother Angelica ‘Truly Cast Fire Upon the Earth’

by Edward Pentin

of the National Catholic Register

‘It Was Love for Jesus That Impelled’ Mother Angelica’s Life & Work – Natl Catholic Register
Mother Angelica: Model of Female Leadership – National Catholic Register
Follow Mother Angelica’s Example to Reach Your Own Potential – Patti Maguire Armstrong
Mother Angelica’s Legacy Reflected in Those Impacted by Her Love & Wisdom – N.C. Register
Mother Angelica’s Inspiration Drew Families to Alabama – Joseph Pronechen, N.C. Register
How Mother Angelica Found the Location for Her Blessed Sacrament Shrine – Jos. Pronechen
Mother Angelica Keeps Fine Company With Fearless Female Saints – Fr. Raymond J. De Souza
How Mother Angelica Overcame Childhood Suffering (Not Through Psycho Therapy) – F. Phillips
Praying the Angelic Salutation for Mother Mary Angelica of the Annunciation – Jos. Pronechen
St. Clare & Poor Clare Mother Angelica: T.V., the Gospel & Perpetual Adoration – Dcn. Donnelly
Visionary Born in Ohio Shaped the World’s Largest Religious Media Network – Russell Shaw
Amoris Laetitia, The Joy of Love, The Apostolic Exhortation – Big Pulpit (April 8, 2016)
For the DIVINE MERCY AFTERNOON EDITION (April 3, 2016) click here.
For the MONDAY EDITION (April 4, 2016) click here.
For the BYZANTINE MONDAY EDITION (April 4, 2016) click here.
For the GOD & CAESAR MONDAY EDITION (April 4, 2016) click here.
For the MONDAY EXTRA (April 4, 2016) click here.
For the TUESDAY EDITION (April 5, 2016) click here.
For the TUESDAY EXTRA (April 5, 2016) click here.
For the FRIDAY EDITION (April 8, 2016) click here.
For the GOD & CAESAR FRIDAY EDITION (April 8, 2016) click here.
For the SAINT PETER & PROPHET MUHAMMAD EDITION (April 8, 2016) click here.

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Remembering Mother Angelica

Mother Mary Angelica of EWTN and Father Mitch Pacwa 1985Father Mitch Pacwa Remembers Mother Angelica’s Early Years at E.W.T.N.

by Fr. Mitch Pacwa, S.J. Ph.D.,

of the National Catholic Register

Former Atheist on How EWTN’s Founder Helped To Save Him from “Success” – Mt. C. Hoffman
Remembering Mother Angelica – Brad Miner, The Catholic Thing
First Impressions and How I Saw the Global Scope of ETWN – Roseanne Sullivan, C.P.W.
A Role Model for Me and How God-Incidence Brought Me to Alabama – Roseanne Sullivan
How Angelica Fought Thu Illness to Become a Female Broadcasting Titan – Raymond Arroyo
Pope Francis: Mother Angelica ‘Is in Heaven’ – Edward Pentin, National Catholic Register
A Merely Human Gesture by the Pope’s ‘She’s In Heaven’ Comment – Timothy Ryland, C.A.
Quiz: How Well Do You Know Mother Angelica? – Chloe Mooradian, Epic Pew
Mourners Agree: Mother Angelica Touched Many Hearts & Changed Many Lives – Jos. Pronechen
We Asked & You Answered: How Mother Angelica Touched Your Lives – Catholic News Agency
Mother Angelica Suffered ‘Excruciating Pain’ on Good Friday – Christine Niles J.D., Ch Militant
For the GOD & CAESAR WEDNESDAY EDITION (March 30, 2016) click here.
For the EASTER THURSDAY EDITION (March 31, 2016) click here.
For the EASTER THURSDAY EXTRA (March 31, 2016) click here.
For the DIVINE MERCY AFTERNOON EDITION (April 3, 2016) click here.
For the Mother Angelica, Queen of All Media post (April 3, 2016) click here.
For the BYZANTINE MONDAY EDITION (April 4, 2016) click here.
For the THURSDAY EDITION (April 7, 2016) click here.
For the GOD & CAESAR THURSDAY EDITION (April 7, 2016) click here.

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