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FRIDAY EDITION

Robert Edwards 21 August AD 2026 12:01 am

MORNING ROVNDVP:

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The Smallest Thing Done for the Love of God is Priceless – St. Therese of Lisieux via TACatholic
U.S. Colleges Report Surge in O.C.I.A. Participation – Christine Rousselle at the Catholic Herald
Video: The Real Reason Modern Catholic Music Sounds So Bad – The Deep via The LoopCast

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
Pope Leo Calls for Gregorian Latin Chant – Taylor R. Marshall, Ph.D., at Canterbury Tales
Lebanese President Meets Pope, Asking for Continued Vatican Support – Michael Haynes

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Around the Catholic Blogosphere:
Casual, Irreverent Ways of Receiving Holy Communion Undermines the Faith – Fr. McDonald
Offer Your Skills & Talents to Your Parish – Genesius at Catholic Stand Magazine
Betraying Christians – Christine Niles, J.D., at Forward Boldly
LeoWatch: A Flat Failure – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Making Michaelmas Memorable – Dorothy McLean at Traditional Catholic Social Dancing
Ten Catholic Teachings Not Found in Scripture. . .Debunked! – The American Catholic
What Women Have Lost! & Men Too – Mary Ann Kreitzer at Les Femmes
We Must Build, Recovering Catholic Geography – Andrew Warfield at Ædificemus
Review: Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick – “In Danger of Death” – Fr. Z’s Blog
Just War, Unujst War, & Israel – J. Budziszewski, Ph.D., at The Underground Thomist
Our Bishops Raise Cluelessness to an Art Form – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The Am Catholic
The Death of Truth & the Tragic Suicide of Professor Jason Arday – Gavin R.P. Ashenden, Ph.D.
Henry Karlson is Still Henry Karlson – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Ceuta & the Church – Serre Verweij at Rorate Cæli

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Catholic Media:
Leo Reaffirms Homosexual Propaganda for Catholic Schools, Ignores Parents Pleas – Zeale
A Swish of Common Sense: Sophie Cunningham Strikes Again – Scott Ventureyra at Crisis
Twin Sisters Marry Twin Brothers & Twin Priests Celebrate Their Wedding! – Church Pop
Aesthetics of The Lord of the Rings Film Trilogy – Robert Lazu Kmita, Ph.D., at 1 Peter 5
Louisville Archdiocese Weighs Closing Historic Parish Amid Priest Shortage – Zeale
Five Ideas to Temper the Technomoral Crisis of Our Time – Jim Kennedy at Word On Fire
Crumbling the Myth of the “Nice” Jesus – Fr. Kevin Drew at Catholic Exchange
A Man’s Brain Changes For the Better When He Becomes a Father: Findings – Zenit
The Battle for Inner Stillness: Why Prayer Feels So Hard (& What to Do About It) – Scepter Blog
Poland Inaugurates Europe’s Tallest Statue of the Virgin Mary – EWTN News
Sola Scriptura’s Go-To Bible Verse – Joel S. Peters at Catholic Answers Magazine

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Everywhere Else:
Another Suicide Of Arday Affair: Academia’s – Rod Dreher at Rod Dreher’s Diary
The Spiritual Appeal of Democratic Socialism – Daniel Lipinski at First Things
Samuel’s Story of Neglect, Abuse, & the Instability of His Parents’ Divorce – Them Before Us

Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Confessions of a Token Black Prof: The Vile Hypocrisy of Elite Academia – Tyler Austin Harper

Top-10 News Stories from Yesterday’s Thursday Edition:
1. How a 1996 Law Ended Your Sunday – Robbert Leusink at Heritage Standard
2. Remember Him – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
3. Fauci & the Bishops – Christopher E. Manion, K.M., Ph.D., at Shenandoah Sodbuster
4. Pope Leo Won’t Stop Pro-L.G.B.T. Sex Ed After Parents Appeal to Him – Complicit Clergy
5. Lack of Thinking Over at the Vatican – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
6. St. John Eudes on Bad Priests: God’s Most Terrible Castigation to Inflict Upon Us – Fr. Z’s Blog
7. Well, Finally, Gregorian Chant Will Certainly Return to the Church—Not – Fr. Allan J. McDonald
8. How to Handle a Bad Sexual Past – Christine Flynn at Catholic Answers Magazine
9. Drag Show Goes Full Demonic, Mocks Charlie Kirk’s Murder – Creative Minority Report
10. January 6 – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

Honorable Mentioned:
A.I. & Materials Analysis Offer New Insights Into the Qumran Scrolls – Zenit
Sexually Free, Emotionally Numb: Young Adult Women in 2026 – M. Orlandi at Public Discourse
Let Go of Plans, First Hour of the Morning Belongs to God – St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross

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Catholic References:
How to be Catholic: A Step-by-Step Guide – EWTN News via National Catholic Register
Find a Catholic Charity Anywhere in the World – Catholic Charity Finder
Ask Me Anything About the Catholic Faith – Catholic Questions
Find a Relic Anywhere in the World – The Relic Project
Douay-Rheims Bible – Douay-Rheims Bible Online
Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition Bible – EWTN
Haydock Catholic Bible – Haydock Commentary Online
Mass Times for Travel – MassTimes.org
Continuous Updates of Attacks Worldwide Against Christians – Christianophobie.fr
Catholic Prophecy Encyclopedia – Prophetical.org
Need Professional Fundraising Advice? – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Helping You Build a Better Wardrobe – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist
Follow on X, BIG PVLPIT’s Editor-in-Chief – Robert “Tito” Edwards

Daily Readings:
Novus Ordo Mass (America) – United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
Traditional Latin Mass – Latin Mass Helper
Novus Ordo Mass (Nigeria) – Nigeria Catholic Network
Novus Ordo Mass (Australia) – Diocese of Parramatta
Novus Ordo Mass (Canada) – Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops
Novus Ordo Mass (Ireland) – Church Support Group

Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical & Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
It Wasn’t Just the Men Who Were Iron Men in Pioneer Days – Donald R. McClarey, J.D.
The Havoc Wrought By Spoiled Brats – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

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THVRSDAY EDITION

Robert Edwards 20 August AD 2026 12:01 am

LATE MORNING VPDATE:

Top-10 News Stories from Today’s Thursday Edition:
1. How a 1996 Law Ended Your Sunday – Robbert Leusink at Heritage Standard
2. Remember Him – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
3. Pope Leo Won’t Stop Pro-L.G.B.T. Sex Ed After Parents Appeal to Him – Complicit Clergy
4. Well, Finally, Gregorian Chant Will Certainly Return to the Church—Not – Fr. Allan J. McDonald
5. How to Handle a Bad Sexual Past – Christine Flynn at Catholic Answers Magazine
6. St. John Eudes on Bad Priests: God’s Most Terrible Castigation to Inflict Upon Us – Fr. Z’s Blog
7. Fauci & the Bishops – Christopher E. Manion, K.M., Ph.D., at Shenandoah Sodbuster
8. Lack of Thinking Over at the Vatican – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
9. A.I. & Materials Analysis Offer New Insights Into the Qumran Scrolls – Zenit
10. January 6 – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

Honorable Mentioned:
Drag Show Goes Full Demonic, Mocks Charlie Kirk’s Murder – Creative Minority Report
Let Go of Plans, First Hour of the Morning Belongs to God – St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross
Sexually Free, Emotionally Numb: Young Adult Women in 2026 – M. Orlandi at Public Discourse

MORNING ROVNDVP:

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Reclaiming Reading – Lee Trepanier at Law & Liberty
How a 1996 Law Ended Your Sunday – Robbert Leusink at Heritage Standard
A.I. & Materials Analysis Offer New Insights Into the Qumran Scrolls – Zenit

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
Leo: Sacred Music Composers Must Know & Preserve the Musical Heritage of the Church – Zeale
Full Text: Pope Leo XIV’s General Audience Given August 19, 2026 – OSV News

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Around the Catholic Blogosphere:
The Truth in the Flame: St. Dominic’s Charism – Vincent Obiajulu at Catholic Stand Magazine
The Lord is Near the Brokenhearted – Diana Ragsdale at Catholic Stand Magazine
Walking Together, But Towards What? – Mark Lambert at Catholic Unscripted
Video: An Urgent Warning to Ariana Grande: Witchcraft, Mental Illness, & More – Jesse Romero
Does the Synodal Process Actually Help Bring Souls Closer to Christ? – Bishop Rob Mutsaerts
The Charge of Marian Worship – James Chastek, Ph.L., Ph.D., at Just Thomism
Remember Him – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Pope Leo Won’t Stop Pro-L.G.B.T. Sex Ed After Parents Appeal to Him – Complicit Clergy
Well, Finally, Gregorian Chant Will Certainly Return to the Church—Not – Fr. Allan J. McDonald
St. John Eudes on Bad Priests: God’s Most Terrible Castigation to Inflict Upon Us – Fr. Z’s Blog
Fauci & the Bishops – Christopher E. Manion, K.M., Ph.D., at Shenandoah Sodbuster
Lack of Thinking Over at the Vatican – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
January 6 – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Drag Show Goes Full Demonic, Mocks Charlie Kirk’s Murder – Creative Minority Report
Let Go of Plans, First Hour of the Morning Belongs to God – St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Catholic Media:
The Story of McKenna West Shows Moral Insanity of Commercial Surrogacy – Aug. Meyrat, M.Ed.
Peruvian Prelates Violate First Commandment at Event Promoting L.G.B.T. Agenda – M. Hichborn
Gestational Surrogacy & the Subversion of Human Dignity – Kody W. Cooper, Ph.D., at WOF
Why Some Catholic Schools Are Going Low-Tech in the Age of A.I. – Angelus News
Springfield Bishop Condemns Massachusetts Pro-Abortion Law as ‘Morally Evil’ – Zeale
Video: The Catholic Church Gave Us the Bible? – St. Paul Center
Defining Synodality a ‘Major Challenge’ for Church – Michael Haynes at Catholic Herald
Spanish Priest Helps Over 1200 People Find a Spouse Using WhatsApp – EWTN News
How to Handle a Bad Sexual Past – Christine Flynn at Catholic Answers Magazine

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Everywhere Else:
The Myth of the Miserable Housewife – Inez Fletscher Stepman at National Review
Lied to for 17 Years of My Origins: Conceived in a Lab & Born of a Surrogate – Them Before Us
Tyler Austin Harper: How Academia Rotted – Rod Dreher at Rod Dreher’s Diary
Sexually Free, Emotionally Numb: Young Adult Women in 2026 – M. Orlandi at Public Discourse

Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
In Praise of Univ. of Notre Dame’s John Cavadini – C.R. Kaczor, Ph.D. at The Catholic Thing

Top-10 News Stories from Yesterday’s Wednesday Edition:
1. Bishop Calls Satan “Rather Imaginary” & Says We Should Fight Homophobia – Creat Min Report
2. Bishop Barron Lambastes “Catholic” Governor Healey – Don McClarey at The American Catholic
3. An American Catholic Masterpiece: The High Altar & Reredos of the Assumption Church – LAJ
4. Vatican Priest “Fed” Pachamama Demon During Ritual While in Peru – Taylor R. Marshall, Ph.D.
5. The Continuing Crisis in the German Church – Philip F. Lawler, Ph.D., at Phil Lawler’s Substack
6. Is 30 Minutes Too Long for Confession? – Gigi Duncan at National Catholic Register
7. Finally! American Mengeles Will Pay – Rod Dreher at Rod Dreher’s Diary
8. Do Not Go to the Gay Wedding – Katy Faust at Them Before Us
9. This Is Spot on. . . Awful but Spot On – Fr. Z’s Blog
10. “Oaf For A Day!”: Bishop Kolgraf of Mainz – Fr. Z’s Blog

Honorable Mentioned:
A Stunning Ninth-Century Masterpiece: The Golden Psalter of St. Gall – Robert W. Keim, Ph.D.
Video: We Know Where the Ark of the Covenant Is – Matt Fradd
Carl Young, Catholics, & Psychology – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

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TVESDAY EDITION – BIG PVLPIT
MONDAY EDITION – BIG PVLPIT

Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical & Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Gallup: Americans Favor Free Enterprise Over Socialism – Elise Winland at Zeale

VVEDNESDAY EDITION

Robert Edwards 19 August AD 2026 12:01 am

AFTERNOON VPDATE:

Top-10 News Stories from Today’s Wednesday Edition:
1. Bishop Calls Satan “Rather Imaginary” & Says We Should Fight Homophobia – Creat Min Report
2. An American Catholic Masterpiece: The High Altar & Reredos of the Assumption Church – LAJ
3. Vatican Priest “Fed” Pachamama Demon During Ritual While in Peru – Taylor R. Marshall, Ph.D.
4. Bishop Barron Lambastes “Catholic” Governor Healey – Don McClarey at The American Catholic
5. The Continuing Crisis in the German Church – Philip F. Lawler, Ph.D., at Phil Lawler’s Substack
6. A Stunning Ninth-Century Masterpiece: The Golden Psalter of St. Gall – Robert W. Keim, Ph.D.
7. Is 30 Minutes Too Long for Confession? – Gigi Duncan at National Catholic Register
8. “Oaf For A Day!”: Bishop Kolgraf of Mainz – Fr. Z’s Blog
9. Finally! American Mengeles Will Pay – Rod Dreher at Rod Dreher’s Diary
10. Video: We Know Where the Ark of the Covenant Is – Matt Fradd

Honorable Mentioned:
Do Not Go to the Gay Wedding – Katy Faust at Them Before Us
This Is Spot on. . . Awful but Spot On – Fr. Z’s Blog
Carl Young, Catholics, & Psychology – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

MORNING ROVNDVP:

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Where Priestly Vocations Begin: The Lasting Impact of Steubenville Youth Conferences – CWR
An American Catholic Masterpiece: The High Altar & Reredos of the Assumption Church – LAJ
A Stunning Ninth-Century Masterpiece: The Golden Psalter of St. Gall – Robert W. Keim, Ph.D.

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Around the Catholic Blogosphere:
Deciphering the Short Hand Latin Writings of Aquinas – Don McClarey at The American Catholic
Photos of the Annual Eucharistic Procession by Boat in Louisiana on the Assumption – NLM
The Probability of Extraterrestrial Intelligence – James Chastek, Ph.L., Ph.D., at Just Thomism
Jesus Had Four Brothers? The Bible Sez No! – Dave Armstrong at Biblical Evidence For Catholicism
The Spain-Morocco Ceuta Crisis: Through the Lens of Information Operations (I.O.) – CSM
Are People Morally Responsible for Their Beliefs? – Rory Fox at Catholic Stand Magazine
Video: Is the German Church in “Open Rebellion” over Lay Preaching? – Prayerful Posse & Arroyo
Bishop Calls Satan “Rather Imaginary” & Says We Should Fight Homophobia – Creat Min Report
Vatican Official “Fed” Pachamama Demon During Ritual While in Peru – Taylor R. Marshall, Ph.D.
Bishop Barron Lambastes “Catholic” Governor Healey – Don McClarey at The American Catholic
The Continuing Crisis in the German Church – Philip F. Lawler, Ph.D., at Phil Lawler’s Substack
“Oaf For A Day!”: Bishop Kolgraf of Mainz – Fr. Z’s Blog
Video: We Know Where the Ark of the Covenant Is – Matt Fradd
Carl Young, Catholics, & Psychology – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Catholic Media:
Seven Books of the Middle Ages to Inspire Heroism, Chivalry & Honor – M.B. Owen at 1 Peter 5
Relic of Blood of St. Lawrence is the Most Fascinating Tradition Never Heard Of – Church Pop
A Saint Who Denied the Assumption? – Suan Sonna at Catholic Answers Magazine
Is Unsupervised Play a Form of Child Abuse? – Kody W. Cooper, Ph.D., at Word On Fire
Four Saints Who Teach Us to Dialogue When We Disagree – Aleteia
Video: “Catholic” Healey Signed Abortion at Birth, Card O’Malley Took Her Money – Joe McLane
Catholic Lord: Vatican’s Agreement With China Is a ‘Deal With the Devil’ – Fionn Shiner at Crux
Poland Says No to E.U. on Gay: Prez Vetoes Bill Equating Same-Sex Unions with Marriage – Zenit
Iowa Dioceses Create Statewide Catholic School Scholarship Program – Elizabeth Ervin at Zeale
Selling Radical ‘Synodality’ as ‘Social Prophecy’ – Fr. Gerald E. Murray, J.C.D., at The Catholic Thing
Are Pro-Abortion Politicians Canonical ‘Accomplices’? – The Pillar
Threatened Harvest & Daily Harassment Rattle Samaria’s Last Christian Village – OSV News
Is 30 Minutes Too Long for Confession? – Gigi Duncan at National Catholic Register

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Everywhere Else:
Jason Arday & the Merciless Lie – Bethel McGrew at First Things
Finally! American Mengeles Will Pay – Rod Dreher at Rod Dreher’s Diary
Do Not Go to the Gay Wedding – Katy Faust at Them Before Us

Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Renewing Catholic Education: How to Start a Parent Group in Your Catholic School – Cathol Link

Top-10 News Stories from Yesterday’s Tuesday Edition:
1. This Is Spot on. . . Awful but Spot On – Fr. Z’s Blog
2. Video: What I Saw in Steubenville Shocked Me – Brian Holdsworth
3. LeoWatch: Presentism; Felt Banner Catholicism of the 1970s – Donald R. McClarey, J.D.
4. Clothed with Beauty: The Book On Dress We Have All Been Waiting For – The Lady’s Quill
5. Bp Schneider: Real Vatican Talks w/S.S.P.X. Will Mark The End of Modernist Project – D. Mont
6. Before & After (& After Again): Update from Holy Innocents in Long Beach, Calif. – Lit Arts Jour
7. A Message From Cardinal Burke to Readers of Fr. Z’s Blog – August 2026 – Fr. Z’s Blog
8. Spirit of Vatican II Mass & T.L.M. Bubbles: The Mysteries of Faith – Amy Welborn at CWB
9. Insult to the Mother of God in Spain (Video), But Remember! T.L.M. Is the Problem! – Fr. Z’s Blog
10. The Trumpening Is Becoming The Unraveling – Rod Dreher at Rod Dreher’s Diary

Honorable Mentioned:
Bish Olson of Forth Worth Threatens S.S.P.X. Supporters with Excommunication – Compl Clergy
Pope Leo XIV on Liturgy: Priests Must Remain Faithful to Mass Rubrics – EWTN News
“Catholic” Governor Healey vs. The Church: Excommunication Or. . .? – Leila Marie Lawer at HDT

Recent Editions:
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SVNDAY EDITION – BIG PVLPIT

Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical & Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Ah, the Germans – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Truth of the U.S. Military– Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Lest We Forget – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

TVESDAY EDITION

Robert Edwards 18 August AD 2026 12:01 am

LATE EVENING VPDATE:

Top-10 News Stories from Today’s Tuesday Edition:
1. This Is Spot on. . . Awful but Spot On – Fr. Z’s Blog
2. Video: What I Saw in Steubenville Shocked Me – Brian Holdsworth
3. LeoWatch: Presentism; Felt Banner Catholicism of the 1970s – Donald R. McClarey, J.D.
4. Clothed with Beauty: The Book On Dress We Have All Been Waiting For – The Lady’s Quill
5. Bp Schneider: Real Vatican Talks w/S.S.P.X. Will Mark The End of Modernist Project – D. Mont
6. Before & After (& After Again): Update from Holy Innocents in Long Beach, Calif. – Lit Arts Jour
7. A Message From Cardinal Burke to Readers of Fr. Z’s Blog – August 2026 – Fr. Z’s Blog
8. Spirit of Vatican II Mass & T.L.M. Bubbles: The Mysteries of Faith – Amy Welborn at CWB
9. Insult to the Mother of God in Spain (Video), But Remember! T.L.M. Is the Problem! – Fr. Z’s Blog
10. The Trumpening Is Becoming The Unraveling – Rod Dreher at Rod Dreher’s Diary

MORNING ROVNDVP:

Note: Thank you to all of the new donations! We are deeply greatful for your faith in us. I was ill last week, hence the gap in editions.

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Clothed with Beauty: The Book On Dress We Have All Been Waiting For – The Lady’s Quill
Bp Schneider: Real Vatican Talks w/S.S.P.X. Would Mark The End of Modernist Project – D. Mont
Before & After (& After Again): Update from Holy Innocents in Long Beach, Calif. – Lit Arts Journal

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
Vatican City Mints New Coins Featuring Face of Pope Leo XIV – Toronto Catholic Register
Pope Leo XIV on Liturgy: Priests Must Remain Faithful to Mass Rubrics – EWTN News

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Around the Catholic Blogosphere:
Bishop Eleganti: Islam ‘Cannot be Integrated’ into The West – Complicit Clergy
Hospitality Becomes Holy: St. Martha – Alexandra Greeley at Catholic Stand Magazine
Review: Science, Reason, & Faith Catholic Study Bible (R.S.V.-C.E.) – Marc at Catholic Bible Talk
Max Kolbe & the Power of Total Consecration to Our Lady – Brother J. Freyaldenhoven at CSM
This Is Spot on. . . Awful but Spot On – Fr. Z’s Blog
Gird Your Loins With Truth – Nathan Krupa at Catholic Stand Magazine
Video: What I Saw in Steubenville Shocked Me – Brian Holdsworth
LeoWatch: Presentism; Felt Banner Catholicism of the 1970s – Donald R. McClarey, J.D.
A Message From Cardinal Burke to Readers of Fr. Z’s Blog – August 2026 – Fr. Z’s Blog
Spirit of Vatican II Mass & T.L.M. Bubbles: The Mysteries of Faith – Amy Welborn at CWB
Insult to the Mother of God in Spain (Video), But Remember! T.L.M. Is the Problem! – Fr. Z’s Blog
Bish Olson of Forth Worth Threatens S.S.P.X. Supporters with Excommunication – Compl Clergy
“Catholic” Governor Healey vs. The Church: Excommunication Or. . .? – Leila Marie Lawer at HDT

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Catholic Media:
For Gen-Z, It’s Not Weimar—It’s TikTok – Anne B. Hendershott, Ph.D., at Crisis Magazine
Does the Vatican Regard Freemasonry as a Big Deal, or Not? – Ed. Condon at The Pillar
African Liturgists Call for End to Folklorization & Theatricalization of Inculturation – Agenz Fides
L.G.B.T.Q. Activism at California Catholic High Schools – The Cardinal Newman Society
D.E.I. Is Safari for Leftists; They Want Skins, Pelts to Hang On the Wall – New Oxford Review
When Will the Covid-Era Bishops Be Held Accountable? – John M. Grondelski, Ph.D., at Crisis
Why Church Leaders Fear for Arab Christian Taybeh’s Future in Samaria – L. Coppen at The Pillar
‘I Want to Believe (in God)’ – Randall B. Smith, Ph.D., at The Catholic Thing
The Cardinal Newman Society Partners with The Catholic Herald – The Cardinal Newman Society
New Film ‘American Martyr’ Tells Story of Oklahoma Priest & Martyr Stanley Rother – CWR
Video: What Fertility Clinics Don’t Tell You About I.V.F. – Jennifer Roback Morse, Ph.D., at Ruth Inst
Video: The W.N.B.A. Has a Problem – The Loop Cast
Israel’s Christians Rely on Faith & Allies as They Fear Rising Harassment – Crux

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Everywhere Else:
Bishops & the L.G.B.T. Agenda: The Church Isn’t a Social Club – S.A. McCarthy at The Americ Spect
The Trumpening Is Becoming The Unraveling – Rod Dreher at Rod Dreher’s Diary

Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Math & Latin Are the Most Important Subjects – California Catholic Daily

Top-10 News Stories from Yesterday’s Monday Edition:
1. Meet Three Dioceses Seeing Large Numbers of Priestly Ordinations – Catholic World Report
2. Leo XIV: The Roche Letter That Exposes the Charlatans – Silere Non Possum
3. Where-in I Disagree With Fr. Z. . .but Not Entirely. . . – Fr. Allan J. McDonald at Southern Orders
4. “Just Say the Black & Do the Red to Get a Reverent Mass” Is a Limited Solution – Amy Welborn
5. Excommunication of “Catholic” Governor Healey? Not Gonna Happen – Philip F. Lawler, Ph.D.
6. U.S.C.C.B. Will Ignore “Catholic” Govn’r Healey Signing Into Law Infanticide – D. McClarey, J.D.
7. Leo XIV, Procrastinator? – Andrea Gagliarducci at Monday Vatican
8. Pope Leo Appoints Freemason to the Vatican – David Martin at The Daily Knight
9. U.S.C.C.B. Pres Abp Coakley: Not Sure We’ve Heard the Last Word on T.L.M. from Leo – Ror Cæli
10. Parents Beg Pope Leo To Halt L.G.B.T. Indoctrination In Catholic Schools – Complicit Clergy

Honorable Mentioned:
‘The World Is Not Waiting for a Synodal Church’ – Edward Pentin at Edward Pentin’s Substack
Bishop Calls Out the “Celebrity Pope” Problem – Prayerful Posse via The American Catholic
LeoWatch: Silence Implies Consent – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical & Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Take off the Rose Colored Glasses – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
The Coming End of Civil Peace – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
St. John Paul II Scolding a Spirit of Vatican II Priest – D.R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
To Be a Communist, Intelligent, & Good is Utterly Incompatible – Alexander Solzhenitsyn
Winston Churchill on ‘Encountering’ the Truth – The American Catholic

MONDAY EDITION

Robert Edwards 17 August AD 2026 12:01 am

AFTERNOON VPDATE:

Top-10 News Stories from Today’s Monday Edition:
1. Meet Three Dioceses Seeing Large Numbers of Priestly Ordinations – Catholic World Report
2. Leo XIV: The Roche Letter That Exposes the Charlatans – Silere Non Possum
3. Where-in I Disagree With Fr. Z. . .but Not Entirely. . . – Fr. Allan J. McDonald at Southern Orders
4. “Just Say the Black & Do the Red to Get a Reverent Mass” Is a Limited Solution – Amy Welborn
5. U.S.C.C.B. Pres Abp Coakley: Not Sure We’ve Heard the Last Word on T.L.M. from Leo – Ror Cæli
6. Leo XIV, Procrastinator? – Andrea Gagliarducci at Monday Vatican
7. U.S.C.C.B. Will Ignore “Catholic” Govn’r Healey Signing Into Law Infanticide – D. McClarey, J.D.
8. Excommunication of “Catholic” Governor Healey? Not Gonna Happen – Philip F. Lawler, Ph.D.
9. Pope Leo Appoints Freemason to the Vatican – David Martin at The Daily Knight
10. Parents Beg Pope Leo To Halt L.G.B.T. Indoctrination In Catholic Schools – Complicit Clergy

Honorable Mentioned:
Hope for Renewal of Women’s Religious Vocations – Rome Reports
Bishop Calls Out the “Celebrity Pope” Problem – Prayerful Posse via The American Catholic
‘The World Is Not Waiting for a Synodal Church’ – Edward Pentin at Edward Pentin’s Substack

MORNING ROVNDVP:

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Fifty Years of Steubenville Youth Conferences – Caitlin Bootsma at Aleteia
Meet Three Dioceses Seeing Large Numbers of Priestly Ordinations – Catholic World Report
Hope for Renewal of Women’s Religious Vocations – Rome Reports

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
Leo Appeals for Persecuted Palestinian Christians as Violence Continues – C.R. Altieri at Crux
Leo XIV: The Roche Letter That Exposes the Charlatans – Silere Non Possum
U.S.C.C.B. Pres Abp Coakley: Not Sure We’ve Heard the Last Word on T.L.M. from Leo – Ror Cæli

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Around the Catholic Blogosphere:
LeoWatch: Silence Implies Consent – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Dutch Bishop Questions Success of Leo’s “Synodality”. . . – Fr. Z’s Blog
Spiritual Fitness Through Cross Training – Ray Sullivan at Catholic Stand Magazine
Abortion & Partisan Politics; Re: “Catholic” Governor Healey – Edward C. Feser, Ph.D.
God’s Mercy & Our Particular Judgement – Gene M. Van Son at Catholic Stand Magazine
The Big Lie of Mr. Cricket (a.k.a. Andrea Grillo) – Fr. Z’s Blog
Digital Life & Mary’s Spirit of Reflection – Tom Thomas at Catholic Stand Magazine
Where-in I Disagree With Fr. Z. . .but Not Entirely. . . – Fr. Allan J. McDonald at Southern Orders
“Just Say the Black & Do the Red to Get a Reverent Mass” Is a Limited Solution – Amy Welborn
Leo XIV, Procrastinator? – Andrea Gagliarducci at Monday Vatican
U.S.C.C.B. Will Ignore “Catholic” Governor Healey Signing Into Law Infanticide – D. McClarey, J.D.
Excommunication of “Catholic” Governor Healey? Not Gonna Happen – Philip F. Lawler, Ph.D.
Pope Leo Appoints Freemason to the Vatican – David Martin at The Daily Knight
Parents Beg Pope Leo To Halt L.G.B.T. Indoctrination In Catholic Schools – Complicit Clergy
Bishop Calls Out the “Celebrity Pope” Problem – Prayerful Posse via The American Catholic
‘The World Is Not Waiting for a Synodal Church’ – Edward Pentin at Edward Pentin’s Substack

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Catholic Media:
Heterodox Msgr. Arthur Holquin’s Mush Mouth – Austin Ruse, K.M., K.H.S., Hon.D., at Crisis
Francis Beckwith, You Made an Unconvincing Defense of the Florida Bishops – P.F. Lawler, Ph.D.
Leo’s Deification of “The Poor” Contrary to Reality, Relying on Meaningless Platitudes – M. Bauerl
Canceled Masonic Funerals Put Church-Freemasonry Tensions in Spotlight – Edward Pentin
Healey’s Office Invokes ‘Proud Catholic’ Identity Amid Calls for Her Excommunication – Zeale
Illinois Bishop Joins Suit Challenging Assisted Suicide Law – Ch. Rousselle at Catholic Herald

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Everywhere Else:
Arday’s Suicide & Academia’s – Rod Dreher at Rod Dreher’s Diary
Stepping Down to Raise Kids Makes Catholic Karoline Leavitt a Great Role Model – The Federalist
Nicaragua’s War on the Catholic Church – Samuel Ben-Ur & C. Pfeiffer at The National Interest
A.O.C.’s Illogical Case for Egg Freezing – Emma Waters at First Things
Does Early Access to Social Media Harm Later Learning? New Evidence from Italy – After Babel

Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
I Teach Calculus at Berkeley, Some of My Students Can’t Do Middle School Math – San Fran Stand

Top-10 News Stories from Yesterday’s Sunday Edition:
1. The U.S.C.C.B. is Almost Entirely Funded by Government Refugee Settlement Grants – TACathol
2. Peruvian Researcher: Big Mistake to Think ‘Catholic Faith Was Imposed on the Incas’ – CWR
3. 250 Years After Independence, the Little-Known Story of Colonial America’s Catholics – CWR
4. Watch: He Photographed 16,000 Aborted Babies in a Shipping Container – Live Action
5. O Canaanite Woman! – Thomas J. Neal, Ph.D., at Neal Obstat Theological Opining
6. The 90th Anniversary of Spanish ‘Execution’ of Sacred Heart of Jesus Statue – Cathol Wor Rep
7. Religious Life is the Higher Calling – David G. Bonagura, Jr., at The Catholic Thing
8. Peter Kreeft: The Consummate Catholic Professor – Mt. McDonald at National Catholic Register
9. The Splendor of Heaven: Botticini’s Assumption of the Virgin – Art For The Liturgical Year
10. Priests Who Experienced Church Desecrations Firsthand Address How Best to React – CWR

Honorable Mentioned:
The Decline of the Petrine Ministry? – Michael Haynes at Per Mariam: Mater Dolorosa
Surgery Impending – Please Say a Prayer – Sarah Cain at Homefront Crusade
Seven Ways to Glorify God in Your Catholic Home – A Catholic Mom’s Life

Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical & Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Let Marco Do It – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Republicans Are About to Repeat the Democrats’ Biggest Mistake – Gregory Conti & A. Sibarium

Et Cætera. . . Other Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
Euro Soccer Club Dedicates New Jersey to St. Rose of Lima: Story Behind Tribute – Church Pop

SVNDAY EDITION

Robert Edwards 16 August AD 2026 1:42 pm

EVENING VPDATE:

Top-10 News Stories from Today’s Sunday Edition:
1. The U.S.C.C.B. is Almost Entirely Funded by Government Refugee Settlement Grants – TACathol
2. Peruvian Researcher: Big Mistake to Think ‘Catholic Faith Was Imposed on the Incas’ – CWR
3. The 90th Anniversary of Spanish ‘Execution’ of Sacred Heart of Jesus Statue – Cathol Wor Rep
4. 250 Years After Independence, the Little-Known Story of Colonial America’s Catholics – CWR
5. Religious Life is the Higher Calling – David G. Bonagura, Jr., at The Catholic Thing
6. Peter Kreeft: The Consummate Catholic Professor – Mt. McDonald at National Catholic Register
7. Watch: He Photographed 16,000 Aborted Babies in a Shipping Container – Live Action
8. Priests Who Experienced Church Desecrations Firsthand Address How Best to React – CWR
9. O Canaanite Woman! – Thomas J. Neal, Ph.D., at Neal Obstat Theological Opining
10. The Decline of the Petrine Ministry? – Michael Haynes at Per Mariam: Mater Dolorosa

Honorable Mentioned:
The Splendor of Heaven: Botticini’s Assumption of the Virgin – Art For The Liturgical Year
Surgery Impending – Please Say a Prayer – Sarah Cain at Homefront Crusade
Seven Ways to Glorify God in Your Catholic Home – A Catholic Mom’s Life
Vespers & Procession of the Assumption in Paris – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Movement

AFTERNOON ROVNDVP:

Note: Got sick Tuesday morning of last week, so I powered through it for my teaching job all week. It left me drained after work where I was unable to do anything but rest.

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
St. Alphonsus on the Need for Reverence in the Liturgy – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgic Movem
Religious Life is the Higher Calling – David G. Bonagura, Jr., at The Catholic Thing
Peter Kreeft: The Consummate Catholic Professor – Matthew McDonald at Natl Catholic Register

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
Poland Prepares for Possible Papal Visit – ACI Stampa via Catholic World Report

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Around the Catholic Blogosphere:
Is Betrayal Limited to a Sin of Commission? – Fr. Kenneth M. Dos Santos, M.I.C., at Catholic Stand
Patristic Rosary Project – Fourth Glorious Mystery: The Assumption – Fr. Z’s Blog
Feast of the Assumption, or the Dormition of Mary? – Hilary White at The Sacred Images Project
W.D.T.P.R.S. – 20th Ordinary Sunday (Novus Ordo): Snatched Up Into Invisible Love – Fr. Z’s Blog
Video: A Rule of Life. . . For Families – Gabi After Hours
Origins of the Terminology ‘Liturgy of the Catechumens’ & ‘Liturgy of the Faithful’? – NLM
15 August – Assumption – Blessing of Herbs, Flowers & Fruit – Fr. Z’s Blog
The U.S.C.C.B. is Almost Entirely Funded by Government Refugee Settlement Grants – TACatholic
O Canaanite Woman! – Thomas J. Neal, Ph.D., at Neal Obstat Theological Opining
The Decline of the Petrine Ministry? – Michael Haynes at Per Mariam: Mater Dolorosa
The Splendor of Heaven: Botticini’s Assumption of the Virgin – Art For The Liturgical Year
Surgery Impending – Please Say a Prayer – Sarah Cain at Homefront Crusade
Seven Ways to Glorify God in Your Catholic Home – A Catholic Mom’s Life
Vespers & Procession of the Assumption in Paris – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Movement

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Catholic Media:
Can Rome & the East Heal the Great Schism? – David P. Deavel, Ph.D., at Catholic Herald
Why Do Good Things Happen to Bad People? – Scott Ventureyra at Crisis Magazine
Oslo’s Bishop on Why Sigrid Undset’s Compelling Writing Resonate to Us – OSV News
Lead Us Not into Temptation – Randall B. Smith, Ph.D., at The Catholic Thing
The Death & Life of Capital Punishment – Max Root at Crisis Magazine
Religious Faith Can Protect Against Anxiety Disorders in Youth, Says Study – NC Register
Heaven Bears the Prize Away – Joseph Pearce at Crisis Magazine
The Assumption: A Feast of Doctrinal Development – Michael Pakaluk at The Catholic Thing
Marriage Conflict, Temptation, & the Formula for Success – Michael Rayes at Catholic Exchange
Hope Along the Highway: The Ministry Behind Thousands of Pro-Life Billboards – EWTN News
The Legendary Origin of St. Bonaventure’s Name – Philip Kosloski at Aleteia
Peruvian Researcher: Big Mistake to Think ‘The Catholic Faith Was Imposed on the Incas’ – CWR
The 90th Anniversary of Spanish ‘Execution’ of Sacred Heart of Jesus Statue – Catholic Wor Rep
Priests Who Experienced Church Desecrations Firsthand Address How Best to React – CWR

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Everywhere Else:
Watch: He Photographed 16,000 Aborted Babies in a Shipping Container – C. Cooke at Live Action

Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The Newest Two-Year Catholic College in the South Marks Two Milestones – Carl E. Olson

Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical & Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
250 Years After Independence, the Little-Known Story of Colonial America’s Catholics – CWR
Commies – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Britain’s New Prime Minister Only Thinks He’s a Catholic—Really, He’s Anything But – Crisis
Trump Tells Donors Catholic J.D. Vance Should Be His Successor – Catholics For Catholic

TVESDAY EDITION

Robert Edwards 11 August AD 2026 12:01 am

MORNING ROVNDVP:

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The New Science, Reason, and Faith Catholic Study Bible – Jeffrey A. Mirus, Ph.D., at Cathol Culture
St. Clare of Assisi – Fr. Christopher G. Phillips at A Pilgrim’s Journey
Video: The Bible Proves The Assumption Of Mary – Pints With Aquinas

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
Vatican Releases Schedule for Pope Leo’s September Trip to France – Catholic World Report

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Around the Catholic Blogosphere:
Pope Leo’s Problematic Appointment to the Religious Life Dicastery – Fr. Z’s Blog
Bishop Eleganti: Is the Petrine Ministry in Decline? – Edward Pentin
The Left’s War On Beauty – Julia James Davis via The American Catholic
How the Modern Press Became the Biggest Enemy of the Truth – Dave Griffey at Daffey Thoughts
Beware the New Eden Offered by the U.F.O. Movement – G. Garnica at Catholic Stand Magazine
Padre Pio Did Not Have a Sister Called “Philomena” – Mary O’Regan at Mary’s Blog
The Most Awesome Grill of St. Lawrence, Ever – Amy Welborn at Charlotte Was Both
Through Thick & Thin: Surfing The Wake Of The Council – A Treasure To Be Shared
Video: Three Catholic Prayers for When You Are Sick & Dying – The Jesse Romero Show
Recovering the Gospel from the Notion of Merely “Happy” or “Good” News – Msgr. Charles Pope
The Feast of St. Lawrence in Other Western Rites – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Movement
Eastern Orthodoxy? St. Gregory the Great & the ‘Universal Bishop’ Title – The WM Review
Paris Church Hangs Eco-Propaganda, Rhode Island Bishop Goes Gay Tour. . . – Hiraeth In Exile

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Catholic Media:
Mercy to the Cruel Is Cruelty to the Innocent – Michael P. Tremoglie at Crisis Magazine
Only Three Priests Ordained for the Gigantic Sydney Archdiocese – The Catholic Weekly
Italian Bishops Cancel Masonic Funerals – The Pillar
How a Christmas Mass Vision Made St. Clare the Patron Saint of Television – Church Pop
The W.N.B.A. P.A.C. – Jason Morgan at New Oxford Review
How a Big Catholic Family Affords Groceries – Drew Belsky at Indulgences Blog
Ad Orientem: Rowing the Ship to Salvation – Mark Haas at Catholic Exchange
“This Latin Course was Amazing” – High School Student – T.S. Flanders at 1 Peter 5
Am I Excommunicated If I Attend an S.S.P.X. Wedding? – E. Christian Brugger at NC Register
What Does It Actually Mean to Pray? A Beginner’s Guide for Busy Catholics – Scepter Blog
Democrats Side with ‘Big Porn’ Industry Instead of Parents – Catholics For Catholic
Archb. Coakley Reflects on The Virtue of Patriotism at Knights of Columbus Dinner – EWTN News
Houston Conference Highlights Bonds of Faith Shared by Catholics in U.S., China – OSV News

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Everywhere Else:
My Dad Passed On His Pain – Them Before Us
The West’s Demographic Math No Longer Adds Up – Marc Felix Serrao at Politico
What Thousands of Women Told H.H.S. about the Limits of I.V.F. – The Federalist

Top-10 News Stories from Today’s Monday Edition:
1. 2/3’s of C.D.F. Said Medjugorje Wasn’t Supernatural, Francis Waved It off Anyway – Rorate Cæli
2. My Parents Had Eleven Marriages Between Them – Them Before Us
3. The Leftism Infecting America’s Bishops – S.A. McCarthy at The American Spectator
4. So You Want to Know What’s Gone Wrong With the Liberal Arts – J. Budziszewski, Ph.D.
5. Observations on the T.L.M. Situations in San Angelo & Pittsburgh – Fr. Z’s Blog
6. What Is the Catholic Church’s Position on Sexual Sin? – Shane Schaetzel at Real Clear Catholic
7. Fauci’s Faux Catholicism – Jacqulein O’Hara at Catholic Herald
8. New West Virginia Bishop Has a Story That’s Stranger Than Fiction – Msgr. Richard Antall
9. St. Edith Stein’s Daily Advice for Women – Amy Smith at National Catholic Register
10. Ugly Architecture Stops Homes Getting Built – Samuel Hughes at Works In Progress

Honorable Mentioned:
Cathedrals Old & New – K.E. Columbini at The Catholic Thing
Denver Healing Could Move a Nun Jailed by Communists Toward Sainthood – EWTN News
Video: Heroic Elderly Priest Smeared For Speaking The Truth – Anthony P. Stine, Ph.D.

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Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical & Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
My Favorite Democrat – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
An Interesting What If: Nathan B. Forrest & William T. Sherman Together – The Americ Catholic

Et Cætera. . . Other Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
Shrine of Our Lady of Lourdes in France Seeks Donations as It Prepares for Leo’s Visit – The Reg

MONDAY EDITION

Robert Edwards 10 August AD 2026 12:01 am

LATE MORNING VPDATE:

Top-10 News Stories from Today’s Monday Edition:
1. 2/3’s of C.D.F. Said Medjugorje Wasn’t Supernatural, Francis Waved It off Anyway – Rorate Cæli
2. So You Want to Know What’s Gone Wrong With the Liberal Arts – J. Budziszewski, Ph.D.
3. My Parents Had Eleven Marriages Between Them – Them Before Us
4. Observations on the T.L.M. Situations in San Angelo & Pittsburgh – Fr. Z’s Blog
5. The Leftism Infecting America’s Bishops – S.A. McCarthy at The American Spectator
6. St. Edith Stein’s Daily Advice for Women – Amy Smith at National Catholic Register
7. What Is the Catholic Church’s Position on Sexual Sin? – Shane Schaetzel at Real Clear Catholic
8. Fauci’s Faux Catholicism – Jacqulein O’Hara at Catholic Herald
9. Cathedrals Old & New – K.E. Columbini at The Catholic Thing
10. Denver Healing Could Move a Nun Jailed by Communists Toward Sainthood – EWTN News

Honorable Mentioned:
Video: Heroic Elderly Priest Smeared For Speaking The Truth – Anthony P. Stine, Ph.D.
Invoke Mary, Satan Flees – St. John Vianney via The American Catholic
New West Virginia Bishop Has a Story That’s Stranger Than Fiction – Msgr. Richard Antall
Ugly Architecture Stops Homes Getting Built – Samuel Hughes at Works In Progress
Uncomfortable Comparisons? Fr. Barthe on the Traditional & New Sacramental Rites – NLM
Leo XIV, the Challenge to the Heart of Christianity – Andrea Gagliarducci at Monday Vatican

MORNING ROVNDVP:

Note: Thank you everyone! Thank you for helping us reach and exceed our 2026 Summer Fundraising Campaign goal of $1,500! Please, continue to pray for our apostolate, and may God bless you all!

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
St. Edith Stein’s Daily Advice for Women – Amy Smith at National Catholic Register
Cathedrals Old & New – K.E. Columbini at The Catholic Thing
Denver Healing Could Move a Nun Jailed by Communists Toward Sainthood – EWTN News

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
Full Text of Pope Leo’s Aug. 9 Angelus: ‘Jesus Does Not Abandon Us’ . . . – OSV News
Leo XIV, the Challenge to the Heart of Christianity – Andrea Gagliarducci at Monday Vatican

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Around the Catholic Blogosphere:
The Cristero War Song Catholics Need Today – Complicit Clergy
Some Hindsight Thoughts on Home Schooling – Denise Trull at The Inscapist
The Language Of Sacrifice In The Offertory of Divine Worship – A Treasure To Be Shared
The Papal Mantum – John Paul Sonnen at Liturgical Arts Journal
The Emotional, Psychological, & Spiritual Dimensions of Christ’s Passion – Deacon Frank at CSM
Thomas on Sacrifice (II-II Q. 85) – James Chastek, Ph.L., Ph.D., at Just Thomism
Video: Catholic Dying Rituals: Essential Sacraments & Prayers – The Jesse Romero Show
Gifts & Talents of Martha & Mary – Frances B. Smit at Catholic Witness Stories
2/3’s of C.D.F. Said Medjugorje Wasn’t Supernatural, Francis Waved It off Anyway – Rorate Cæli
So You Want to Know What’s Gone Wrong With the Liberal Arts – J. Budziszewski, Ph.D.
Observations on the T.L.M. Situations in San Angelo & Pittsburgh – Fr. Z’s Blog
What Is the Catholic Church’s Position on Sexual Sin? – Shane Schaetzel at Real Clear Catholic
Video: Heroic Elderly Priest Smeared For Speaking The Truth – Anthony P. Stine, Ph.D.
Invoke Mary, Satan Flees – St. John Vianney via The American Catholic
Uncomfortable Comparisons? Fr. Barthe on the Traditional & New Sacramental Rites – NLM

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Catholic Media:
More New Doctors of the Church? – Kevin T. DiCamillo at Crisis Magazine
Young Girl in I.C.U. Moves People by Saying “Mary, the Mother of Jesus” Visited Her – Church Pop
Request for ‘White Bishop’ Sparks Outrage & Debate in Angola – Filipe D’Avillez at The Pillar
The Importance of Praying for Struggling Priests – Philip Kosloski at Aleteia
Parish Priest: Israeli Settlers’ Push to Drive Christians From Taybeh Continues – Cath World Rep
Five Saints Who Teach Us to Love the Eucharist This August – Shaun McAfee, O.P., at Cathol Exch
Supreme Court Revives Topic of Conversion Therapy – Catholics For Catholics
Fauci’s Faux Catholicism – Jacqulein O’Hara at Catholic Herald

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Everywhere Else:
Material Honesty: What Separates Craft From Slop – Robbert Leusink at Heritage Standard
Dying with Dignity Canada Spent Nearly $1M to Advertise on Meta – Cassy Cooke at Live Action
My Parents Had Eleven Marriages Between Them – Them Before Us
The Leftism Infecting America’s Bishops – S.A. McCarthy at The American Spectator
Ugly Architecture Stops Homes Getting Built – Samuel Hughes at Works In Progress

Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
College Polarization – John at Bensozia

Top-10 News Stories from Yesterday’s Sunday Edition:
1. Beams From Solomon’s Temple Found Under Jerusalem Parking Lot – D.R. Esparza at Aleteia
2. Prayer Requests: I Am Going Blind – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
3. Why the Newman Guide Belongs on Every Catholic Family’s College Checklist – Zeale
4. The Church in the American Upper Midwest – Fr. Anthony D. Andreassi at OSV News
5. The Many Betrayals of St. Mary MacKillop – Dawn Marie Beutner at Becoming Saints
6. Why You Keep Confessing the Same Sin – Robbert Leusink at Heritage Standard
7. New West Virginia Bishop Has a Story That’s Stranger Than Fiction – Msgr. Richard Antall
8. From the Novus Ordo to the S.S.P.X. & Catholic Tradition: My Story – Kennedy Hall at Mere Trad
9. Does Catholic Purgatory Require Literal Fire? – Dave Armstrong at Biblical Evidence For. . .
10. The Church of Sts. Peter & Paul in Biasca, Switzerland – Gregory DiPippo at New Litur Movem

Honorable Mentioned:
10 Catholic Scientists & Inventors Everyone Should Know – F. Mazurczak at Catholic World Report
Three Reasons to Read Emma – John Cuddeback at Life Craft
Video: Why Old Age May Be Your Ticket Out of Purgatory – Uniquely Mary

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Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical & Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Happy Days Are Here Again – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
The Past Was Great, But Not In the Way You’re Told – D.R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Another Reason to Read BarnhardtMemes.com – The Tim Man at Saint Louis Catholic
The Jason Arday Case: Identity Over Integrity – Helene de Lauzun at The European Conservative
Churchill’s Warning on the Russian Threat Still Resonates, 80 Yrs Later – Fr. R.J. de Souza, M.Phil.

Et Cætera. . . Other Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
The Shock of Recognition – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

SVNDAY EDITION

Robert Edwards 9 August AD 2026 3:01 pm

EVENING VPDATE:

Top-10 News Stories from Today’s Sunday Edition:
1. Beams From Solomon’s Temple Found Under Jerusalem Parking Lot – D.R. Esparza at Aleteia
2. Prayer Requests: I Am Going Blind – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
3. Why the Newman Guide Belongs on Every Catholic Family’s College Checklist – Zeale
4. The Church in the American Upper Midwest – Fr. Anthony D. Andreassi at OSV News
5. The Many Betrayals of St. Mary MacKillop – Dawn Marie Beutner at Becoming Saints
6. Why You Keep Confessing the Same Sin – Robbert Leusink at Heritage Standard
7. New West Virginia Bishop Has a Story That’s Stranger Than Fiction – Msgr. Richard Antall
8. From the Novus Ordo to the S.S.P.X. & Catholic Tradition: My Story – Kennedy Hall at Mere Trad
9. Does Catholic Purgatory Require Literal Fire? – Dave Armstrong at Biblical Evidence For. . .
10. The Church of Sts. Peter & Paul in Biasca, Switzerland – Gregory DiPippo at New Litur Movem

AFTERNOON ROVNDVP:

Note: Thank you everyone! Thank you for helping us reach and exceed our 2026 Summer Fundraising Campaign goal of $1,500! Please, continue to pray for our apostolate, and may God bless you all!

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The Holiness of Hunger – Fr. Jerry Pokorsky at Catholic Culture
Beams From Solomon’s Temple Found Under Jerusalem Parking Lot – Daniel R. Esparza at Aleteia
Why the Newman Guide Belongs on Every Catholic Family’s College Checklist – Zeale

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Around the Catholic Blogosphere:
The Papal Subcinctorium – John Paul Sonnen at Liturgical Arts Journal
The Gloria Of The Mass: Liturgical Map Of Salvation – A Treasure To Be Shared
Does a Stop Sign Have Authority? – James Chastek, Ph.L., Ph.D., at Just Thomism
Video: Discern Spirits: Detect Angelic vs. Diabolic Forces – The Jesse Romero Show
The Many Betrayals of St. Mary MacKillop – Dawn Marie Beutner at Becoming Saints
Why You Keep Confessing the Same Sin – Robbert Leusink at Heritage Standard
From the Novus Ordo to the S.S.P.X. & Catholic Tradition: My Story – Kennedy Hall at Mere Trad
Does Catholic Purgatory Require Literal Fire? – Dave Armstrong at Biblical Evidence For. . .
The Church of Sts. Peter & Paul in Biasca, Switzerland – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturg Movem
Three Reasons to Read Emma – John Cuddeback at Life Craft
Video: Why Old Age May Be Your Ticket Out of Purgatory – Uniquely Mary

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Catholic Media:
The American Catholic History Most Americans Don’t Know – Rome Reports
St. John Eudes Wrote a Beautiful Book on Mary’s Heart – National Catholic Register
Marriage Advice – Stephen P. White at The Catholic Thing
Peru Natl Police K-9 Unit Charm Social Media After “Praying” at Military Parade – Church Pop
Learning to Love Where We Live – David Hahn at Catholic Herald
Video: How Long Should People Date Before Getting Engaged? – The Loop Cast
Three Catholic Doctrines That Appear in the Deuterocanonical Books – St. Paul Center
Flannery O’Connor: Answer to the Why of Our Distractions, Need for Noise, etc. – P.G. Kengor
Making Jesus Your Best Friend – Vic & Judy Sower at Catholic Exchange
Rep: 78% of I.V.F. Cycles Fail to Make Live-Borns; 43% of Cycles Used for Egg/Embryo. . . – C4C
How St. Benedict Medal Became a Shield Against the Powers of Darkness – R. Jared Staudt, Ph.D.
The Church in the American Upper Midwest – Fr. Anthony D. Andreassi at OSV News
New West Virginia Bishop Has a Story That’s Stranger Than Fiction – Msgr. Richard Antall
10 Catholic Scientists & Inventors Everyone Should Know – F. Mazurczak at Catholic World Report

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Everywhere Else:
Turning Tables on Table Deniers: Metaphysical Mythmaking On Ordinary Objects – D. Oderberg
On the Use of A.I. in Mathematics – Michael Harris at Boston Review
Dreamy, Surrealist Paintings by Aron Wiesenfeld – Kate Mothes at Colossal
“The Purpose of Poetry Is to Tell Us About Life” – Steve Knepper at New Verse Review

Top-10 News Stories from Yesterday’s Saturday Edition:
1. Prayer Requests: I Am Going Blind – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
2. Five Lesser-Known Caminos Worth Walking This Autumn – Daniel R. Esparza at Aleteia
3. One Purgatory Passage Protestants Can’t Explain Away – Dave Armstrong at Biblical. . .
4. Only Diocesan T.L.M. in Diocese of Pittsburgh Abolished – Rorate Cæli
5. How ‘Slutwalk’ Changed the Conversation About Women & Why It Matters – The Europ Conserv
6. Kansas Diocese to Establish Formal Seminary Amid Growth in Priestly Formation – Zeale
7. The Psychology of Consumerism & It Has Corrupted Catholics in High Places – Fr. A. McDonald
8. A Silver Lining to the S.S.P.X. Situation – Luke Collins at Catholic Herald
9. Protestants’ Real Problem with Mary – Casey J. Chalk, M.A., at Catholic Answers Magazine
10. Can You Be Excommunicated for a Social-Media Post? – D. McClarey at The American Catholic

Honorable Mentioned:
“Motivated by the Salvation of Souls”, Texas Bishop Expands T.L.M. Provision – Advaticanum
Anglican Cathedrals 5fth Consecutive Year of Growth as Attendance Rises – Silere Non Possum
The Latin Mass Tug of War: Leo’s Mixed Messages – Prayerfull Posse via The American Catholic

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Catholic References:
How to be Catholic: A Step-by-Step Guide – EWTN News via National Catholic Register
Find a Catholic Charity Anywhere in the World – Catholic Charity Finder
Ask Me Anything About the Catholic Faith – Catholic Questions
Find a Relic Anywhere in the World – The Relic Project
Douay-Rheims Bible – Douay-Rheims Bible Online
Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition Bible – EWTN
Haydock Catholic Bible – Haydock Commentary Online
Mass Times for Travel – MassTimes.org
Catholic Prophecy Encyclopedia – Prophetical.org
Need Professional Fundraising Advice? – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Helping You Build a Better Wardrobe – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist
Follow on X, BIG PVLPIT’s Editor-in-Chief – Robert “Tito” Edwards

Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical & Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Drought Reveals Remains of Roman-Era Constantine Bridge in the Danube – The Europ Conser

SATVRDAY EDITION

Robert Edwards 8 August AD 2026 7:48 pm

LATE MORNING VPDATE:

Top-10 News Stories from Yesterday’s Saturday Edition:
1. Prayer Requests: I Am Going Blind – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
2. Five Lesser-Known Caminos Worth Walking This Autumn – Daniel R. Esparza at Aleteia
3. One Purgatory Passage Protestants Can’t Explain Away – Dave Armstrong at Biblical. . .
4. Only Diocesan T.L.M. in Diocese of Pittsburgh Abolished – Rorate Cæli
5. Kansas Diocese to Establish Formal Seminary Amid Growth in Priestly Formation – Zeale
6. The Psychology of Consumerism & It Has Corrupted Catholics in High Places – Fr. A. McDonald
7. How ‘Slutwalk’ Changed the Conversation About Women & Why It Matters – The Europ Conserv
8. Can You Be Excommunicated for a Social-Media Post? – D. McClarey at The American Catholic
9. Protestants’ Real Problem with Mary – Casey J. Chalk, M.A., at Catholic Answers Magazine
10. A Silver Lining to the S.S.P.X. Situation – Luke Collins at Catholic Herald

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Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Beatification Process Begins for American Missionary Msgr. Juan Tomis – Catholic World Report
Five Lesser-Known Caminos Worth Walking This Autumn – Daniel R. Esparza at Aleteia
Kansas Diocese to Establish Formal Seminary Amid Growth in Priestly Formation – Zeale

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
On the Importance of the Liturgy of the Hours – Pope Leo XIV via The Catholic Thing
Pope Leo XIV to Visit Ten Cities in South America in November – Courtney Mares at OSV News
Leo is Very Eager to Come to Mexico, Vatican Sec. of State Tells Mexican President – The Reg

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Around the Catholic Blogosphere:
Review: Cosima Clara Gillhammer’s Light on Darkness: The Untold Story of the Liturgy – NLM
The Virtue of the Martyrs Could Not Be Seen Without the Cruelty of Tyrants – Cathol Stand Mag
Fix Your Focus – A Homily for the 19th Sunday of the Year – Msgr. Charles Pope at Communitt. . .
When Words Matter: Leo, the Great Mosque of Algiers, & Sacred Spaces – David L. Gray, Th.M.
Prayer Requests: I Am Going Blind – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
One Purgatory Passage Protestants Can’t Explain Away – Dave Armstrong at Biblical Evidence. . .
Only Diocesan T.L.M. in Diocese of Pittsburgh Abolished – Rorate Cæli
The Psychology of Consumerism & It Has Corrupted Catholics in High Places – Fr. A.J. McDonald
Can You Be Excommunicated for a Social-Media Post? – Don McClarey at The American Catholic
“Motivated by the Salvation of Souls”, Texas Bishop Expands T.L.M. Provision – Advaticanum
The Latin Mass Tug of War: Leo’s Mixed Messages – Prayerfull Posse via The American Catholic

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Catholic Media:
Video: Women Preaching at Mass? Austria Defies Rome – R. Arroyo & Fr. Gerald E. Murray, J.C.D.
Franciscans Plead w/Rubio to Persuade Israeli Govt to Stop Attacks Against Christians – C4C
Stories From the Silver Screen: A Man for All Seasons – Regis Martin, S.T.D., at Crisis Magazine
TX Children’s Hosp. Fined for Performing Illegal Sex-Rejecting Procedures on Kids – EWTN News
Violence Against the Virgin: The Long History of Marian Art Defacement – Vanessa R. Corcoran
Protestants’ Real Problem with Mary – Casey J. Chalk, M.A., at Catholic Answers Magazine
A Silver Lining to the S.S.P.X. Situation – Luke Collins at Catholic Herald
Anglican Cathedrals 5fth Consecutive Year of Growth as Attendance Rises – Silere Non Possum

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Everywhere Else:
Why Are So Many Young Women Leaving Mormonism? – Jana Riess at Religion News Service
C.O.V.I.D. (Chinese Flu): ‘A Societal Chernobyl’ – Rod Dreher at Rod Dreher’s Diary
Some A.I.s Started a Religion, & Humans Immediately Joined – Hayden Feld at The Verge
The Child-Buying Business – Them Before Us
No, Pro-Life Laws Are Not Increasing Suicides Among Teen Girls – Michael J. New at Live Action
Russian Orthodox Opening Churches Across Africa: Spiritual Colonialism? – Religion Unplugged
Syria Is Not Yet Safe for Christians Under Al-Sharaa – Lauren Fricke at Providence Magazine
How ‘Slutwalk’ Changed the Conversation About Women & Why It Matters – The Europ Conserv

Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Legendary Teachers Continue to Inspire the Next Generation of Catholic Academics – The Reg

Top-10 News Stories from Yesterday’s Friday Edition:
1. Brain Death Isn’t Real – Matthew Archbold at Creative Minority Report
2. Pope Leo XIV Appoints New Archbishop of San Juan, Puerto Rico – Catholic World Report
3. Catholic Bishops Owe Restitution for C.O.V.I.D. (Chinese Flu) Overreach – David L. Gray, Th.M.
4. Cardinal Sarah Makes the Case for Letting Traditionis Custodes Wither & Die – Diane Montagna
5. Rupnik Priest Perversion “Art” Covered for Leo’s Visit to Lourdes – Taylor R. Marshall, Ph.D.
6. Satire: Anglicans Propose the “Catholic Ordinariate of King Henry VIII” – The Daily Anathema
7. When the Bishops Closed the Churches – Christopher Check at Catholic Answers Magazine
8. How to Sanctify the Lord’s Day – David J. Nix at Pilgrim Priest
9. Get To Know St. Benedicta of the Cross, Edith Stein: List of Must-Read Books – Cath Spir Dir
10. How Spiritual Contraception Paralysed Us – Robbert Leusink at Heritage Standard

Honorable Mentioned:
Joan Leslie: Classic Hollywood Star Who Was True to Her Faith – Mary Claire Kendall at Aleteia
Virgin Mary State Desecrated in New York City – Daniel Payne at EWTN News
Eastern Orthodoxy? Orthodox Proofs f/Chalcedon Undermine Their Own Case – The WM Review

Recent Editions:
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THVRSDAY EDITION – BIG PVLPIT
VVEDNESDAY EDITION – BIG PVLPIT

Catholic References:
How to be Catholic: A Step-by-Step Guide – EWTN News via National Catholic Register
Find a Catholic Charity Anywhere in the World – Catholic Charity Finder
Ask Me Anything About the Catholic Faith – Catholic Questions
Find a Relic Anywhere in the World – The Relic Project
Douay-Rheims Bible – Douay-Rheims Bible Online
Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition Bible – EWTN
Haydock Catholic Bible – Haydock Commentary Online
Mass Times for Travel – MassTimes.org
Catholic Prophecy Encyclopedia – Prophetical.org
Need Professional Fundraising Advice? – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Helping You Build a Better Wardrobe – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist
Follow on X, BIG PVLPIT’s Editor-in-Chief – Robert “Tito” Edwards

Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical & Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Flocks Going Down (Literally) – Dad29
Why You Can No Longer Recognise Good Craftsmanship – Robbert Leusink at Heritage Standard
Where Did Gender Identity Come From? – Leor Sapir at City Journal
Zemmour’s Challenging Voice – R.R. Reno, III, Ph.D., at First Things
Prairie Powerhouse: Lincoln Won 300 Wrestling Matches, Lost Only Once – The Americ Catholic
Video: Big Academic Scandal: Youngest Black Professor Lied About Everything – Michael Knowles
Gratitude is a Noble Virtue – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

Et Cætera. . . Other Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
Jesus Ignites Fierce Debate by Feeding 5,000 People for Under $20 – Donald R. McClarey, J.D.

FRIDAY EDITION

Robert Edwards 7 August AD 2026 12:01 am

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Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
How to Sanctify the Lord’s Day – David J. Nix at Pilgrim Priest
Get To Know St. Benedicta of the Cross (Edith Stein): My List of Must-Read Books – Cath Spir Dir
Brain Death Isn’t Real – Matthew Archbold at Creative Minority Report

August is the Month of the Immaculate Heart of Mary:
August is dedicated to the Immaculate Heart of Mary, This is Why – Church Pop

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
Pope Leo XIV Appoints New Archbishop of San Juan, Puerto Rico – Catholic World Report
Pope Leo XIV’s Face Featured on New Set of Vatican Coins – National Catholic Register
Full Text: Pope Leo XIV’s General Audience Given August 5, 2026 – The Holy See

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Around the Catholic Blogosphere:
Rupnik Priest Perversion “Art” Covered for Pope Leo’s Visit to Lourdes – Taylor R. Marshall, Ph.D.
Cardinal Sarah Makes the Case for Letting Traditionis Custodes Wither & Die – Diane Montagna
Catholic Bishops Owe Restitution for C.O.V.I.D. Overreach – David L. Gray, Th.M.
Standing Right In The Middle of the Universe – Melanie Jean Juneau at Catholic Stand Magazine
Rev.: Genesis Vol. of the Cath. Commentary on Sacr. Script.; Q&A w/Dr. Ma. Healy – Cath Bib Talk
Satire: Anglicans Propose the “Catholic Ordinariate of King Henry VIII” – The Daily Anathema
Raphael’s Transfiguration of Christ – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Movement
Eastern Orthodoxy? Orthodox Proofs f/Chalcedon Undermine Their Own Case – The WM Review
How Spiritual Contraception Paralysed Us – Robbert Leusink at Heritage Standard

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Catholic Media:
Previously Unpublished Letters Add to Rupnik Abuse Case Allegations – F. Tourn at OSV News
Virgin Mary State Desecrated in New York City – Daniel Payne at EWTN News
‘Shrinking’ Vocations: The McGrath Report on Seminary Reform – Eamonn Clark, S.T.L., at C Cult
When the Bishops Closed the Churches – Christopher Check at Catholic Answers Magazine
Video: Why Does the Transfiguration Matter? – St. Paul Center
On the Publication of the Secret in 2000 – Kevin J. Symonds, M.A., at 1 Peter 5
Video: Why Mel Gibson Waited 20 Years for The Resurrection of the Christ – Raymond Arroyo
The Spiritual Vacuum Facing Generation-Z – Ruadhan Jones at Catholic Herald
Jeanne le Ber: The Canadian Adorer on the Path to Canonization – Maria Rivera at Catholic Insight
Joan Leslie: Classic Hollywood Star Who Was True to Her Faith – Mary Claire Kendall at Aleteia
“For All” or “For Many”? Clearing Up the Controversy – Mark Haas at Crisis Magazine
2026 New Associate Pastor Assignments in the Los Angeles Archdiocese – Angelus News

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Everywhere Else:
Did Ann Widdecombe Die A Political & Catholic Martyr? – Terry Mattingly at Religion Unplugged
Video: You’ll Never See I.V.F. the Same Again – Matt Fradd at Pints With Aquinas
Growing Up Donor-Conceived is a No-Win Situation – Them Before Us
Surrogacy Is a Form of Slavery, It Should Be Abolished – John Daniel Davidson at The Federalist
The Man Who Built the Trojan Horse – John Byron Kuhner at First Things

Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Johns Hopkins Researcher Urges Data-Driven Debate as Homeschooling Booms! – Zeale

Top-10 News Stories from Yesterday’s Thursday Edition:
1. LeoWatch: Big of Him – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
2. Communion in the Hand: Ancient Norm, Humanist Myth, or Protestant Rebellion – NLM
3. Super Seminarian – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
4. Catholicism/Orthodoxy vs. Protestantism in a Nutshell – Erick Ybarra
5. How Could the Church in the Netherlands Disappear So Quickly? – Rob. Leusink at Gorcum 17
6. The One Prayer Habit That Changes Everything (According to the Saints) – Scepter Blog
7. When the Princes of the Church No Longer Speak Latin – David Berger at Rorate Cæli
8. How the Bugnini Mass was Slowly Introduced, Like a Boiling Frog Way – Fr. Allan J. McDonald
9. New Notre Dame Report Lists 12 Key Proposals to Improve Seminary Formation – OSV News
10. Toward a Papacy Without Limits & Without Power – Hilary White at Heritage Standard

Honorable Mentioned:
The Way Not Taken – Robert Royal, Ph.D., at The Catholic Thing
Reminder: “The Life of Little Saint Placid” – Fr. Z’s Blog
Leo Encourages Catholics to Deepen Prayer Thru Liturgy of the Hours – The Catholic Register

Recent Editions:
THVRSDAY EDITION – BIG PVLPIT
VVEDNESDAY EDITION – BIG PVLPIT
TVESDAY EDITION – BIG PVLPIT

Catholic References:
How to be Catholic: A Step-by-Step Guide – EWTN News via National Catholic Register
Find a Catholic Charity Anywhere in the World – Catholic Charity Finder
Ask Me Anything About the Catholic Faith – Catholic Questions
Find a Relic Anywhere in the World – The Relic Project
Douay-Rheims Bible – Douay-Rheims Bible Online
Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition Bible – EWTN
Haydock Catholic Bible – Haydock Commentary Online
Mass Times for Travel – MassTimes.org
Catholic Prophecy Encyclopedia – Prophetical.org
Need Professional Fundraising Advice? – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Helping You Build a Better Wardrobe – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist
Follow on X, BIG PVLPIT’s Editor-in-Chief – Robert “Tito” Edwards

Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical & Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
“Hey, Hey, Ho, Ho, Western Civ Has Got to Go!” – Mary Ann Kreitzer at Les Femmes
Michiganstan? – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Video: The Right-Wing Burrito Fight Explained – Michael Knowles
Nothing Says Democracy Like Banning a Political Party – Donald R. McClarey, J.D.

Et Cætera. . . Other Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
Eighties Movies – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

THVRSDAY EDITION

Robert Edwards 6 August AD 2026 12:01 am

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Top-10 News Stories from Today’s Thursday Edition:
1. LeoWatch: Big of Him – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
2. Communion in the Hand: Ancient Norm, Humanist Myth, or Protestant Rebellion – NLM
3. Super Seminarian – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
4. Catholicism/Orthodoxy vs. Protestantism in a Nutshell – Erick Ybarra
5. How Could the Church in the Netherlands Disappear So Quickly? – Rob. Leusink at Gorcum 17
6. When the Princes of the Church No Longer Speak Latin – David Berger at Rorate Cæli
7. New Notre Dame Report Lists 12 Key Proposals to Improve Seminary Formation – OSV News
8. How the Bugnini Mass was Slowly Introduced, Like a Boiling Frog Way – Fr. Allan J. McDonald
9. The One Prayer Habit That Changes Everything (According to the Saints) – Scepter Blog
10. Toward a Papacy Without Limits & Without Power – Hilary White at Heritage Standard

Honorable Mentioned:
Reminder: “The Life of Little Saint Placid” – Fr. Z’s Blog
Leo Encourages Catholics to Deepen Prayer Thru Liturgy of the Hours – The Catholic Register
The Way Not Taken – Robert Royal, Ph.D., at The Catholic Thing

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Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
St. Francis-The Whole World is a Friary – David Torkington at Catholic Stand Magazine
New Notre Dame Report Lists 12 Key Proposals to Improve Seminary Formation – OSV News
Reminder: “The Life of Little Saint Placid” – Fr. Z’s Blog

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
Pope Leo XIV Calls on Knights of Columbus to Be ‘Prophets of Harmony’ – EWTN News
Pope to Visit Uruguay, Argentina, & Peru in November – Joan Lewis at Joan’s Rome Blog
Leo Encourages Catholics to Deepen Prayer Thru Liturgy of the Hours – The Catholic Register

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Around the Catholic Blogosphere:
One Take: Traditionis at Five – Kevin Tierney at Kevin’s Substack
Our Lady of the Snows: Mary’s Miraculous Fall of Snow – Deacon T.L. McDonald at Weird Catholic
The Transfiguration of Our Lord – Fr. Christopher G. Phillips at A Pilgrim’s Journey
August 5th: Solemnity of Our Lady of Snows (In Dedicationie St. Mariae Ad Nives) in Rome – LAJ
LeoWatch: Big of Him – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Communion in the Hand: Ancient Norm, Humanist Myth, or Protestant Rebellion – New Lit Mov
Super Seminarian – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Catholicism/Orthodoxy vs. Protestantism in a Nutshell – Erick Ybarra
How Could the Church in the Netherlands Disappear So Quickly? – Robbert Leusink at Gorcum 17
When the Princes of the Church No Longer Speak Latin – David Berger at Rorate Cæli
How the Bugnini Mass was Slowly Introduced, Like a Boiling Frog Way – Fr. Allan J. McDonald
Toward a Papacy Without Limits & Without Power – Hilary White at Heritage Standard

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Catholic Media:
Our Lady of Knock Was Not Alone: What Really Happened in Ireland in 1879? – Steve Ray
Cardinal Burke: Be Ready for ‘Martyrdom’ in Defense of Marriage & Family – Michael Haynes
Quantum Physics & the Mystery of God’s Creation – Edward Pentin at National Catholic Register
Ceuto: The Failure of Liberal Immigration Rhetoric – Philip F. Lawler, Ph.D., at Catholic Culture
Is America Becoming More Conservative Morally? – Gary Isbell at Tradition, Family, & Property
Don’t Let Your Soul Take a Summer Break: 7 Catholic Tips to Live Faith on Vacation – Church Pop
The Odyssey Is Proof That Old Things Still Matter, Maybe More Than Ever – Catholic World Rep
He Just Wanted to Go Home—On Reading Homer’s The Odyssey – Regis Martin, S.T.D.
How the Cardinal Virtues Can Guide the Young – Msgr. James Shea at Word On Fire
The One Prayer Habit That Changes Everything (According to the Saints) – Scepter Blog
The Way Not Taken – Robert Royal, Ph.D., at The Catholic Thing

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Everywhere Else:
The 2026 Vote: ‘It’s Brownshirts Vs. Commies’ – Rod Dreher at Rod Dreher’s Diary
Is “All Creatures Great and Small” Healing Television? – The Swish
Why America Should Fear The Decline Of Religious Women – John Mac Ghlionn at Religion Unpl
Infographic: Five Timeless Virtues of The Odyssey – The Epoch Times

Top-10 News Stories from Yesterday’s Wednesday Edition:
1. Sometimes Priests & Prelates Should Just Keep Their Mouths Shut – Gene M. Van Son at CSM
2. Mexico: “Bishop” Publicly States Rainbow Sin Is “Natural” & “Not a Sin” – Radical Fidelity
3. Leo Would Sooner Chew Ground Class Than Give Trump a Papal Visit – Donald R. McClarey, J.D.
4. What the Liturgical Wars were Like Prior to Vatican II – Fr. Allan J. McDonald at Southern. . .
5. Bravo: Diocese of El Paso Forced to End Child Trafficking Operation – Complicit Clergy
6. The Insidious Deception of the Born Again Sect – David Martin at The Daily Knight
7. A WWII Spy Novel That Reinvigorates the Genre for a New Audience – Auguste Meyrat at Crisis
8. The Real Reason that Substack is Collapsing – Scott Carney at Magnetic North
9. The Tomb of the Man Who Built the Trojan Horse – John Byron Kuhner
10. An Explanation of the 2026 Ceuta Border Incident – Leo Magazine

Honorable Mentioned:
Are You an American Catholic in Rome? The Place to Go to See Leo Up Close – Rome Reports
Fr. Javier Aizpún of Pamplona Calls for the Reconquista of Morocco, Finish the Job! – Cath Arena
The Intellectual Genocide of the Church in the Netherlands – Robbert Leusink at Gorcum 17

Recent Editions:
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MONDAY EDITION – BIG PVLPIT

Catholic References:
How to be Catholic: A Step-by-Step Guide – EWTN News via National Catholic Register
Find a Catholic Charity Anywhere in the World – Catholic Charity Finder
Ask Me Anything About the Catholic Faith – Catholic Questions
Find a Relic Anywhere in the World – The Relic Project
Douay-Rheims Bible – Douay-Rheims Bible Online
Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition Bible – EWTN
Haydock Catholic Bible – Haydock Commentary Online
Mass Times for Travel – MassTimes.org
Catholic Prophecy Encyclopedia – Prophetical.org
Need Professional Fundraising Advice? – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Helping You Build a Better Wardrobe – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist
Follow on X, BIG PVLPIT’s Editor-in-Chief – Robert “Tito” Edwards

Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical & Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Tired of Your Life? Visit New Mexico: A Democratic Utopia! – Donald R. McClarey, J.D.
Ceuta Reveals the Naked Truth About Europe’s Migration Crisis – The European Conservative
Roger Casement: Irish Catholic Hero – Catholic Arena
Video: What Is A Woman? Head Coach Shows Why The W.N.B.A. Is A Joke – Michael Knowles
#1 Women’s Tennis Players Says Girls’ Sports are For. . .Wait for It. . .Girls – Creative Minority Rep

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