MONDAY EVENING EDITION

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Five Great Resources to Help You Understand the Mass – Theresa Civantos Barber at Aleteia
The Extraordinary Resurgence of the Catholic Faith in Britain – Cat. Pepinster at The Telegraph
Pope Francis’ Turbulent Pontificate Under the Microscope – Edward Pentin

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
Pope Leo Visits Nursing Home in Angola: The Elderly ‘Need to Be Listened To’ – EWTN News
Pope Leo XIV Comforts Suffering Patients at St. Paul Hospital – Rome Reports
Pope Leo XIV Rejects Media ‘Narrative’ That His Africa Remarks Targeted Trump – OSV News

General Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Contemporary Artists: Ivan Polverari – Hilary White at The Sacred Images Project
From Censorship to Catholicism – Sarah Cain at Homefront Crusade
‘Springs in the Desert’: Growing Movement Breaks Silence on Infertility – Alyssa Murphy
10 Weeks to Spiritual Advancement with St. Ignatius – Fr. Ed Broom, O.M.V., at Catholic Exchange
Israel Condemns I.D.F. Soldier Striking Jesus Statue in Lebanon – TEC News/AFP
Lorenzo Monaco & the Glorious Italian Gothic – Hilary White at The Sacred Images Project
Gen Z Catholics & the Growing Divide Over Israel – Gigi Duncan at National Catholic Register
Will the Temple Be Rebuilt? – Tom Nash at Catholic Answers Magazine
Catholic Father Whose Home Raided at Gunpoint Wins $1M+ Settlement f/US Gov – EWTN News
I Agree With What Fr. Anthony Ruff, OSB, of PrayTell Says About Choirs – Fr. A.J. McDonald
The Pope, the President, & the Justification of the Iran War – James F. Keating, Ph.D., at Four Wat
The Priest Shortage is Man Made, & Not a God Ordained Calamity – The American Catholic
The Novus Ordo & the Interior Life – Fr. Joseph Gill at Crisis Magazine
At War Again, or Rather, At War Still – Genesius at Catholic Stand Magazine
Bishop Barron: Leave Behind ‘Unhelpful Narrative’ of President vs Pope – McKenna Snow at Zeale
Why Are So Many Afraid of the Catholic Revival? – John Horvat, II, at Tradition, Family, & Property
The Pope, the President, & the Pacifist Illusion – Joseph Loconte at National Review
UCC Bishop: We Need a 3rd Testament, First Two Aren’t the Word of God – Creative Minority Rep
The Difference between the Pope on Faith vs. Secular Issues – Donald R. McClarey, J.D.
Satire: The Real Miracle of the Multiplication of the Tweets Is the Miracle of Sharing – Irk Ic Tr
Video: Leo Accused Of Inventing Biblical Quote Of Jesus – Anthony Stine, Ph.D., at Return To Trad
The True Constitution Doesn’t Grant Universal Birthright Citizenship – Nicholas Mosvick
Catholic Charities Scandal Is Object Lesson on How Propaganda Campaigns Work – David Strom
St. Paul Stood Against the Pope – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Sean Hannity Dead Wrong on Clergy Abuse – Bill Donohue at Catholic League
Human Rights Watch: Vatican-China Deal Has Aided Religious Persecution – Michael Haynes

Modern Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
How Progressives Stole Our Schools, & How to Take Them Back – Stanley Kurtz at National Review

General Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
SCOTUS to Decide if Colorado’s ‘Universal’ Preschool Pgm Can Exclude Catholics – The Federalist

Top-10 News Stories for the Sunday Evening Edition:
1. Pope Leo XIV Regrets Trump Controversy Causing Misunderstandings – Rome Reports
2. Was the Feeding of the 5000 Just a Moment of “Sharing” or Was It a True Miracle? – Fr. Z’s Blog
3. New Book on Archaeological Evidence for Jesus Tops Bestseller List – Fox News
4. Suffering in Marriage – Jen Arnold at Catholic Spiritual Direction
5. Video: Fr. James Martin Exposed, Leaked Audio Speaks Volumes – Joe McClane
6. The Monumental, Suspended Paschal Candlestick of the Duomo of Milan – Liturgical Arts Journ
7. Book Review of Disastrous Pontificate: Pp. Francis’ Rupture from the Magisterium – Fr. Z’s Blog
8. Leo XIV: The Legacy of Pope Francis – Andrea Gagliarducci at Monday Vatican
9. The Shocking Secret Manuscript of the Anna Ecklund Exorcism – Jimmy Akin’s Mysterious Wor
10. Secrets of the Saints: Six Powerful Prayers to Jesus in the Eucharist – Church Pop

Honorable Mentioned News Stories for the Sunday Evening Edition:
How to Win the Battles in Spiritual Warfare – Joseph Pronechen at National Catholic Register
This English Martyr is the Patron Saint of Booksellers – Philip Kosloski at Aleteia
A.I. & Weimar America – Rod Dreher at Rod Dreher’s Diary

Recent Posts:
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Daily Readings:
Novus Ordo Mass (U.S.) – 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

Catholic References:
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

Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Fr. Poels & the Origins of Modernism in the Netherlands – Tradition, Family, & Property

Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Hungary’s Election Was a False Dawn for Europe – François Valentin at New Statesman

Et Cætera. . . Other Analysis, Punditry, and News:
A Better World for Kids back in the 60s & 70s – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Lessons from the French & Italian Home – Nicole Brignolle at Lovely Bits Magazine
The Quiet Retreat of Corporate America from DEI & LGBT – G. Isbell at Tradition, Family, & Prop

Indiscriminate Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
How to be Catholic: A Step-by-Step Guide – EWTN News via National Catholic Register
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

A Thank You To Our Sponsor:
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SVNDAY EVENING EDITION

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Secrets of the Saints: Six Powerful Prayers to Jesus in the Eucharist – Church Pop
How to Win the Battles in Spiritual Warfare – Joseph Pronechen at National Catholic Register
New Book on Archaeological Evidence for Jesus Tops Bestseller List – Fox News

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
Pope Leo XIV Regrets Trump Controversy Causing Misunderstandings – Rome Reports
Photos: Pope Leo XIV Departs Cameroon, Journeys to Angola – National Catholic Register

General Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The Monumental, Suspended Paschal Candlestick of the Duomo of Milan – Liturgical Arts Journal
This English Martyr is the Patron Saint of Booksellers – Philip Kosloski at Aleteia
Was the Feeding of the 5000 Just a Moment of “Sharing” or Was It a True Miracle? – Fr. Z’s Blog
Leo XIV: The Legacy of Pope Francis – Andrea Gagliarducci at Monday Vatican
Suffering in Marriage – Jen Arnold at Catholic Spiritual Direction
No Greater Love Than Laying Down One’s Life for Friends – Fr. Kenneth M. Dos Santos, M.I.C.
Between a Pope & a President: Why Vance Faces a Complicated Catholic Candidacy – Jon. Liedl
Our Road to Emmaus – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Video: The Beauty Of Suffering For Christ with Padre Pio – Anthony Stine, Ph.D.
Deus Non Vult? – Pope Leo XIV, Donald Trump, Clermont, & Lepanto – Gloria Romanorum
Presidents & Popes Haven’t Always Agreed, but It’s Never Been Like This – NC Register
Saving a Lost Generation of Young Men—with Chop Saws – Emma Green at New Yorker
Book Review of Disastrous Pontificate: Pope Francis’ Rupture from the Magisterium – Fr. Z’s Blog
What Trump Misheard & What Leo Hasn’t Said on Church & Peace – Msgr. Nicola Bux, Ph.D.
As Dobbs Majority Faced Death Threats, Liberal Justices Slow-Walked Release – The Federalist
The Vatican’s Fatal Compromise in China – S.A. McCarthy at The American Spectator
Leo’s Liturgical Conundrum, Thank You Vatican II or The Spirit of Vatican II – Fr. A.J. McDonald
Overcoming the Toxic Tolerance of a Confused Age – M.L. Kramer at Catholic Stand Magazine
A.I. & Weimar America – Rod Dreher at Rod Dreher’s Diary
Europe’s Conservative Catholics Won’t Put Up With Trump’s Attacks on Leo – Rafael P. Borges
Can We Respectfully Criticize Popes? Of Course, the Key Word is Respectful – Fr. A.J. McDonald
Best Books On: Liturgical Catechism, Dressing, & Religious Vocation – Rorate Cæli
Video: Fr. James Martin Exposed, Leaked Audio Speaks Volumes – Joe McClane
Holy Mess – Nathan Krupa at Catholic Stand Magazine
The Shocking Secret Manuscript of the Anna Ecklund Exorcism – Jimmy Akin’s Mysterious World
Fr. Poels & the Origins of Modernism in the Netherlands – Tradition, Family, & Property
The USCCB’s Just War Error – Richard Casselman at First Things
Overlooked Mystics of April – Dawn Marie Beutner at Becoming Saints

Classical Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
A Christian Philosophy of Education – Howard Merken, Ph.D., at The Imaginative Conservative

General Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Why We Should Be Skeptical About High Graduation Rates – Neetu Arnold at City Journal

Top-10 News Stories for the Thursday Evening Edition:
1. Prevost’s Unpublished Letter to Benedict XIV on the Day of His Resignation – Catholic Concl
2. How Could This Not Change the World – Jeffrey Bruno at Words & Pictures
3. Trump Has Underestimated the Pope – Damian Thompson at The Spectator
4. Disappointing News Regarding the Cause for Fr. Walter Ciszek – Michael R. Heinlein on X
5. Catholics & Protestants Will Need Each Other for What’s Coming – John Daniel Davidson
6. Before and After: Our Lady of Lourdes in Denver, Colorado – Liturgical Arts Journal
7. David Betz, Scholar at King’s College: The Coming European Civil War – Rod Dreher on X
8. Cardinal Becciu is Corrupt to the Teeth – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
9. Sister Clare Crockett Died 10 Years Ago Today – Catholic Arena on X
10. Down Memory Lane – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

Honorable Mentioned News Stories for the Thursday Evening Edition, et al.:
Catholic Bishops Re-Catechize J.D. Vance & the Iran Nuclear Threat Myth – David L. Gray, Th.M.
Fr. Prevost Protesting the Deployment of Pershing Missiles in the 80s – Mahound’s Paradise on X
Pope Benedict XVI Rebukes Pope Leo XIV on Pacifism – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at TACatholic
Britain’s Grooming Gang Nightmare – Vlad Tepes at RAIR Foundation USA
Pope Recommends Christians Pray the Rosary While Facing Mecca – Donald R. McClarey, J.D.

Recent Posts:
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Daily Readings:
Novus Ordo Mass (U.S.) – 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

Catholic References:
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

Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The Quiet Retreat of Corporate America from DEI & LGBT – G. Isbell at Tradition, Family, & Prop

Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Ernst Junger, Converted at 101 – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
The Four Lessons Liberals Should Consider After Orban’s Defeat – Ross Douthat at NY Times

Et Cætera. . . Other Analysis, Punditry, and News:
All of Them – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Don’t Let Big Tech Hide Behind a Rainbow Flag – After Babel
Gentlemen, Start Your Stills — America’s Next Craft Boom Begins – Stephen Green at PJ Media

Indiscriminate Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
What A.I. Can’t Do – John Horvat, II, at Tradition, Family, & Property
Mamdani & the Extinction of the Mom-and-Pop Landlord – Gary Isbell at TFP
Here’s the Way to Save La Grande Trappe Monastery from Closing – Tradition, Family, & Property
How to be Catholic: A Step-by-Step Guide – EWTN News via National Catholic Register
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

A Thank You To Our Sponsor:
The American Society for the Defense of Tradition, Family, and Property

SATVRDAY MID-MORNING EDITION

WORLD
War is OVER …? – R J Kasaam at National Pulse
Iranian Navy Fires on Tanker in Hormuz – UK Telegraph
… Closes Strait AGAIN – Euractiv
Ceasefire Day 10 – H Berger at American Conservative
Negotiating with Iran – M Armstrong at Armstrong Economics
Hezbollah: the Final Act – B Stewart at National Review
A First Pass at Scoring the Iran War – D R DePetris at American Conservative
Britain’s Grooming Gang Nightmare – V Tepes at RAIR
A Journey to the Dark Side of the Moon – D Whitehouse at The Spectator
Jet Fuel Costs Curb Some Canadian Flights – S Lewis at National Post
POTUS vs Pontiff – J Manchester, M Wilson at The Hill
LOL: Starmer, Macron ‘Welcome Hormuz Reopening’ – B Hoge at RedState

POLITICS
Lutinick Rips Canada Trade Strategy – J Thomas at NewsMax
FBI Ramping up Brennan-Russia Probe – NewsMax
Fetterman: Dems Struggle with Antisemitism – P Key at Breitbart
CNN’s Tapper: Swalwell an ‘Open Secret’ – I Hanchett at Breitbart
Whitehouse to Probe Cases of Missing, Dead Scientists – H Knudsen at Breitbart
Melania’s Mysterious Messaging – S B Spraggins at The Spectator
Epstein Probe Expanding, New Depositions – T Bunker at NewsMax
Will Starmer be an Epstein Casualty? – F Gray at The Spectator
Senate Passes Short-Term Extension of FISA – S H Pointer at Epoch Times
Obama Joins Virginia Redistricting Battle – R Mancini at The Hill
The Implosion: What Was Swalwell Thinking? – L Elder at Daily Signal
SCOTUS’ Thomas: Progressivism Incompatible with Nat Law – T O’Neill at Daily Signal

THVRSDAY EVENING EDITION

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
How Could This Not Change the World – Jeffrey Bruno at Words & Pictures
Prevost’s Unpublished Letter to Benedict XIV on the Day of His Resignation – Catholic Concl
Before and After: Our Lady of Lourdes in Denver, Colorado – Liturgical Arts Journal

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
Eucharist on the Runway? Pope Leo Celebrates Mass at Cameroon Airport – Rome Reports

General Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Sister Clare Crockett Died 10 Years Ago Today – Catholic Arena on X
Trump Has Underestimated the Pope – Damian Thompson at The Spectator
An Especially Beautiful Byzantine Chant for Easter – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Mov
Young U.S. Men Overtake Women in Saying Religion is ‘Very Important’ – Cath World Rep
Catholics & Protestants Are Going To Need Each Other For What’s Coming – John Daniel Davidson
David Betz, Scholar at King’s College: The Coming European Civil War – Rod Dreher on X
The Quiet Retreat of Corporate America from DEI & LGBT – Gary Isbell at Trad, Fam, & Prop
Disappointing News Regarding the Cause for Fr. Walter Ciszek – Michael R. Heinlein on X
Easter’s Ancient Witness: What the Book of Enoch Reveals About the Son of Man – Cath Stan Mag
Donald Trump on Tensions With Pope Leo XIV: ‘I Have Nothing Against the Pope’ – Cath Wor Rep
Down Memory Lane – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Catholic Bishops Re-Catechize J.D. Vance & the Iran Nuclear Threat Myth – David L. Gray, Th.M.
Investigation ‘Ongoing’ in False Bomb Threat at Home of Pope Leo’s Brother – OSV News
POTUS Versus the Pontiff – Fr. Raymond J. de Souza, M.P.A., M.Phil., S.T.L., at National Post
Dialogue Uber Alles – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Can We See the Finances of San Diego Under Cardinal McElroy – Tony Seruga on X
Fr. Prevost Protesting the Deployment of Pershing Missiles in the 80s – Mahound’s Paradise on X
Landmark Study Finds Youths’ Mental Health Probs Increase after Gender ‘Transitions’ – Zeale
Pope Benedict XVI Rebukes Pope Leo XIV on Pacifism – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at TACatholic
Biden Knew of Covid Vaccine Stroke Risk & Covered It Up – Matt Margolis at PJ Media
Pulp-It Fiction & The Convert Surge – A Treasure To Be Shared
Ben Sasse’s Golgotha: Talking About His ‘Calling To Die’ With Ross Douthat – Rod Dreher
Gen Z Women Want a Gaggle of Kids & Sourdough Bread – The American Spectator
When a Prayer Makes You Uncomfortable – Kenneth Cramer at Catholic Stand Magazine
A Love Story: Lesia’s Side of the Story – David L. Gray, Th.M.
Cardinal Becciu is Corrupt to the Teeth – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Why Catholics Should Claim Adam Smith – James Lawson at The Catholic Herald
Catholic Prayer to St. Joseph – Brother Joseph Freyaldenhoven at Catholic Stand Magazine
Indispensable Plato – Rhys Laverty at First Things

Top-10 News Stories for the Wednesday Evening Edition:
1. Pope Recommends Christians Pray the Rosary While Facing Mecca – Donald R. McClarey, J.D.
2. Spot the Difference? Pope Leo XIV vs. Cardinal Sarah on Islam – Imtiaz Mahmood on X
3. Coloring Book Catholics: The Scourge of the Post-Vatican II Church! – Fr. Allan J. McDonald
4. The Unexplained Shift in Pope Leo XIV’s January Consistory – Diane Montagna
5. Ayaan Hirsi Ali on Pope Leo XIV’s Ideas About Islam – Ayaan Hirsi Ali on X
6. Trump To Attend & Give Speech at the SSPX Consecrations – Irkutsk Ice Truckers
7. Pope Leo Says We Can Co-Exist With These Type of People – Deacon Nick Connelly on X
8. Leo Attributes Catholics’ Fears of Islam to Anti-Immigration Sentiments – Visegrád 24 on X
9. Seeking Christ Amidst Liturgical Abuse – Christina M. Sorrentino at Missio Dei Catholic
10. When the Neophyte, J.D. Vance, Corrects the Vicar of Christ – Msgr. Arthur Holquin, S.T.L.

Honorable Mention News Stories for the Wednesday Evening Edition:
The Almost-Greatness of Donald Trump & Leo XIV – Dan Hitchens at First Things
Shocking Decision by Pope Leo Not to Visit Martyred Monks of Algeria – Catholic Conclave
Why Catholic Converts Are Surging With an Unexpected Demographic – Julia Yost at WaPo

Recent Posts:
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Daily Readings:
Novus Ordo Mass (U.S.) – 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

Catholic References:
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

Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Barking Mad – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
America is a Special Country – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

Et Cætera. . . Other Analysis, Punditry, and News:
What A.I. Can’t Do – John Horvat, II, at Tradition, Family, & Property
Mamdani & the Extinction of the Mom-and-Pop Landlord – Gary Isbell at TFP
Here’s the Way to Save La Grande Trappe Monastery from Closing – Tradition, Family, & Property

Indiscriminate Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
Christ Is King, No Matter Who Says It or Not – John Horvat, II, at Tradition, Family, & Property
The Medical Establishment’s Consensus Has Been Shattered on Transgenderism – G. Isbell at TFP
How to be Catholic: A Step-by-Step Guide – EWTN News via National Catholic Register
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

A Thank You To Our Sponsor:
The American Society for the Defense of Tradition, Family, and Property

VVEDNESDAY EVENING EDITION

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Art, Beauty, Creativity & Inspiration: Is Beauty in The Eye of The Beholder? – David Clayton
Is Instagram Catholic? Post-Literate Image Culture & the Zoomer Revival – Mary Harrington
Is The Catholic Mass Part Of The Bible? – Tim Sullivan at Catholic Link

General Analysis, Punditry, and News:
A Stunning Mitra Pretiosa from Atelier LAVS – Liturgical Arts Journal
Coloring Book Catholics: The Scourge of the Post-Vatican II Church! – Fr. Allan J. McDonald
Seeking Christ Amidst Liturgical Abuse – Christina M. Sorrentino at Missio Dei Catholic
Dear Homeschooling Families, No, You’re Not Doomed – Emily Finley at The Christian Imagination
What A.I. Can’t Do – John Horvat, II, at Tradition, Family, & Property
‘Mom’s A.I. Lover,’ Or, That Hideous Chatbot – Rod Dreher at Rod Dreher’s Diary
The Unexplained Shift in Pope Leo XIV’s January Consistory – Diane Montagna
Pope Leo Attributes Catholics’ Fears of Islam to Anti-Immigration Sentiments – Visegrád 24 on X
Ayaan Hirsi Ali on Pope Leo XIV’s Ideas About Islam – Ayaan Hirsi Ali on X
Crime & the Vatican – Simon Schama, Damian Thompson, & Don McClarey via The Americ Catholic
Spot the Difference? Pope Leo XIV vs. Cardinal Sarah on Islam – Imtiaz Mahmood on X
Catholic Social Teaching & American Politics – Dennis Knapp at The Latin Right
The Almost-Greatness of Donald Trump & Leo XIV – Dan Hitchens at First Things
Vatican’s Criminal Probe of B16’s Resignation: Much Ado About Nothing – Roma Locuta Est
Trump Addresses Pope Leo in Another Message on Truth Social Again – Elise Winland at Zeale
Leo Moving to Declaring Illegitimate War is ‘Contrary to the Gospel’ – Catholic Stand Magazine
Pope Recommends Christians Pray the Rosary While Facing Mecca – Donald R. McClarey, J.D.
Trump To Attend & Give Speech at the SSPX Consecrations – Irkutsk Ice Truckers
L.A. Archdiocese to Host Relics of 36 Mexican Martyrs from Cristero War This Weekend – Zeale
Why Catholic Converts Are Surging With an Unexpected Demographic – Julia Yost at WaPo
Time & Space for Faith – Carol Monaco at Catholic Stand Magazine
Cardinal Müller, Continue to Unite Behind Pope Leo – Edward Pentin at National Catholic Register
When the Neophyte, J.D. Vance, Corrects the Vicar of Christ – Msgr. Arthur Holquin, S.T.L.
Pope Leo Says We Can Co-Exist With These Type of People – Deacon Nick Connelly on X
Euthanasia & the Disposable Soul – M.L. Kramer at Catholic Stand Magazine
Shocking Decision by Pope Leo Not to Visit Martyred Monks of Algeria – Catholic Conclave
J.D. Vance Says the Pope Should Be More Careful When Talking About Theology – N.Y. Times
Evelyn Waugh’s America – K.E. Columbini at The Catholic Thing
Pope Urban II on War & God to Pope Leo XIV – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
New Data Reveal a Staggering Rise in Stillbirths & Miscarriages After the Covid Shot – Am Think

Top-10 News Stories for Tuesday Evening Edition:
1. Trump’s Own Derangement – Philip F. Lawler, Ph.D., at Catholic Culture
2. How to Respond When Someone Says, ‘But Look How Happy Their (SSA) Family Is’ – Thm B4 Us
3. Why Gen Z Catholics Are Falling in Love with Benedict XVI – Church Pop
4. When It Comes to Islam Pope Leo Has Rose Colored Glasses on – Donald R. McClarey, J.D.
5. Dear Leo, This is What ‘Communion bt. Christians & Muslims’ Looks Like – Humble Flow on X
6. Wreckovation at Angers Cathedral – Complicit Clergy
7. David Axelrod Visits Leo All of a Sudden, Now Leo is Attacking Trump – Eric Daugherty on X
8. Silence! The Spirit of Vatican II Explained – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
9. Leo Accused of Being ‘Weak on Crime’: Trump Has No Reason to Apologize – Gene T. Gomulka
10. The Labours of Rugo Stone at St. Patrick’s in Washington, D.C. – Liturgical Arts Journal

Honorable Mention News Stories for Tuesday Evening Edition:
Sorry, Protestants: Paul Is Team Catholic – Karlo Broussard at Catholic Answers Magazine
Political Trust, the Coming Civil War – Gavin R.P. Ashenden, Ph.D.
New York Is Bullying Nuns Who Care for the Dying – Fr. Brian A. Graebe, S.T.D., at First Things
Leo’s Ignorance of What’s Happening to Christians by Muslims – Deacon Nick Donnelly on X

Recent Posts:
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Daily Readings:
Novus Ordo Mass (U.S.) – 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

Catholic References:
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

Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Joe Kent Climbs on the Hate Jews Band Wagon – D.R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Going to War without the U.K. is Like Going Duck Hunting without an Anvil – D.R. McClarey, J.D.
Here’s the Way to Save La Grande Trappe Monastery from Closing – Tradition, Family, & Property
You Can Always Trust the New York Times – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

Et Cætera. . . Other Analysis, Punditry, and News:
More Antisemitic Violence as Petrol Bombs Hurled at London Synagogue – TEC News
Christ Is King, No Matter Who Says It or Not – John Horvat, II, at Tradition, Family, & Property
The Medical Establishment’s Consensus Has Been Shattered on Transgenderism – G. Isbell at TFP

Indiscriminate Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
How Xi Jinping’s ‘Moral’ Policies Just Shattered the Wine Industry – Gary Isbell at TFP
Gavin Newsom Launches His Presidential Bid by Sounding the Climate Alarm – TFP
How to be Catholic: A Step-by-Step Guide – EWTN News via National Catholic Register
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

A Thank You To Our Sponsor:
The American Society for the Defense of Tradition, Family, and Property

TVESDAY EVENING EDITION

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Why Gen Z Catholics Are Falling in Love with Benedict XVI – Church Pop
1 Thessalonians 4 = Rapture? (vs. Patrick O’Brien) – David Armstrong at Biblical Evidence. . .
New York Is Bullying Nuns Who Care for the Dying – Fr. Brian A. Graebe, S.T.D., at First Things

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
Leo XIV speaks to Little Sisters of the Poor in Annaba – I. Media via Aleteia
Pope Leo Follows in the Footsteps of His Religious Patron, St. Augustine of Hippo – Rome Reports
Pope Leo XIV Writes to Cardinals on Insights from January Consistory – Diane Montagna

General Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The Labours of Rugo Stone at St. Patrick’s in Washington, D.C. – Liturgical Arts Journal
Emotional Intelligence & the Catholic Life: Becoming Wholehearted Disciples – Cath Spiritual Dir
How to Respond When Someone Says, ‘But Look How Happy Their (SSA) Family is’ – Them Bef Us
When It Comes to Islam Pope Leo Has Rose Colored Glasses on – Donald R. McClarey, J.D.
Two Suicide Bombers Reportedly Attack City in Algeria on First Day of Pope Leo’s Visit – Zeale
Trump’s Own Derangement – Philip F. Lawler, Ph.D., at Catholic Culture
Another Church Fire in Quebec – Spirit Daily Blog
David Axelrod Visits Leo All of a Sudden, Now Leo is Out Attacking Trump – Eric Daugherty on X
Wreckovation at Angers Cathedral – Complicit Clergy
Donald Trump’s Tirade at the Vicar of Christ – Paul G. Kengor, Ph.D., at Crisis Magazine
Sorry, Protestants: Paul Is Team Catholic – Karlo Broussard at Catholic Answers Magazine
Vance Says Vatican Should ‘Stick to Matters of Morality’ – Niwa Limbu at The Catholic Herald
Crossing Yourself When You Enter the Church – Randall B. Smith, Ph.D., at The Catholic Thing
Leo’s Ignorance of What’s Happening to Christians by Muslims – Deacon Nick Donnelly on X
Why Our Churches Are Dying & How They May Live Again – Nuntiatoria
MAGA Jesus Fights The Pope – Rod Dreher at Rod Dreher’s Diary
Political Trust, the Coming Civil War – Gavin R.P. Ashenden, Ph.D.
Easter Controversy, a Fifty Day Festival – Timothy McHugh at Catholic Stand Magazine
Dear Leo, This is What ‘Communion bt. Christians & Muslims’ Looks Like – Humble Flow on X
Leo Accused of Being ‘Weak on Crime’: Trump Has No Reason to Apologize – Gene T. Gomulka
Christ Is King, No Matter Who Says It or Not – John Horvat, II, at Tradition, Family, & Property
Saint Francis Receives the Stigmata – David Torkington at Catholic Stand Magazine
Silence! The Spirit of Vatican II Explained – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Leo Should Lay Wreathe for Trappist Monks Beheaded by Islamists in Algeria – Drew Pavlou on X
Of Monkeys & Demons, the Satanic in the Simian – Mary O’Regan at Mary’s Blog
You Will Find Rest When You Yoke Yourself to Jesus – Dan Fitzpatrick at Catholic Stand Magazine
Here’s the Way to Save La Grande Trappe Monastery from Closing – Tradition, Family, & Property
Sometimes De Mortuis Nil Nisi Bonum is Asking Too Much – The American Catholic
Video: Gen Z Flocking to NYC Catholic Parish – EWTN News In Depth

Top-10 News Stories for the Monday Evening Edition:
1. Trump, Jesus, & Doctors? Nope! – Fr. Z’s Blog
2. 60 Minutes & the Lavender Mafia – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
3. New Details Emerge on Pope Leo XIV’s June Consistory of Cardinals – Diane Montagna
4. Who Started the Trump ‘Feud’ With the Pope? – Philip F. Lawler, Ph.D.
5. Leo Picks Fight with Trump, Ignores Iranian Slaughter of Civilians – Gavin R.P. Ashenden, Ph.D.
6. An Easter Massacre in Nigeria, But Leo Get’s Involved in U.S. Politics, Why? – North Star on X
7. Video: What The 1960’s Did To The Church & Why The Tide Is Finally Turning – Matt Fradd
8. Why Did Pope Leo Meet with Non-Catholic & Liberal David Axelrod? – California Catholic Daily
9. Pope Leo Has Nothing but Disdain for Trump – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The Americ Catholic
10. It is Possible That the Pope Will Soon Announce New Cardinals – Rorate Cæli

Honorable Mentioned News Stories for the Monday Evening Edition:
The Fabulous Façades of Five Franciscan Missions in Mexico – The World of Interiors
The Failure of Our Bishops During the Covid Disaster – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at TACatholic
Support for Trump Among Catholics Plummets – Jorge Enrique Mújica at Zenit
Jesus Was Always Asking Caesar to Help the Poor. . . – D.R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

Recent Posts:
MONDAY EVENING EDITION – BIG PVLPIT
DIVINE MERCY SVNDAY EVENING EDITION – BIG PVLPIT
EASTER SATVRDAY AFTERNOON EDITION – BIG PVLPIT

Daily Readings:
Novus Ordo Mass (U.S.) – 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

Catholic References:
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

Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
California “Catholic” College Invites Pelosi To Be Its Commencement Speaker – Complic Clergy
Biden Cooked Up Prosecutions of Pro-Lifers at Request of Abortion Industry – The Federalist
The Medical Establishment’s Consensus Has Been Shattered on Transgenderism – G. Isbell at TFP

Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Solzhenitsyn Gave a Controversial Speech *Against* Western Civilization – Athenaeum Book Club
Islam Ran the Longest & Largest Slave Trade in History – Samantha Smith on X

Et Cætera. . . Other Analysis, Punditry, and News:
How Xi Jinping’s ‘Moral’ Policies Just Shattered the Wine Industry – Gary Isbell at TFP
Gavin Newsom Launches His Presidential Bid by Sounding the Climate Alarm – Trad, Fam, & Prop

Indiscriminate Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
The Supreme Court Hands the LGBT Movement A Major Loss Over Conversion Therapy – TFP
A New Indiana Law Fights Chinese Infiltration in Its Schools – Tradition, Family, & Property
Reparation for the Sacrilegious Attack at Milwaukee’s Gesu – Tradition, Family, & Property
How to be Catholic: A Step-by-Step Guide – EWTN News via National Catholic Register
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

A Thank You To Our Sponsor:
The American Society for the Defense of Tradition, Family, and Property

MONDAY EVENING EDITION

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
April Is the Month of the Eucharist – Dan Fitzpatrick at Catholic Stand Magazine
The Fabulous Façades of Five Franciscan Missions in Mexico – The World of Interiors
Video: What The 1960’s Did To The Church & Why The Tide Is Finally Turning – Matt Fradd

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
New Details Emerge on Pope Leo XIV’s June Consistory of Cardinals – Diane Montagna
Day One of Papal Trip in Algeria: Augustinian Nuns & Our Lady of Africa – Rome Reports
It is Possible That the Pope Will Soon Announce New Cardinals – Rorate Cæli

General Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The ‘Hall of Popes’ Vestments at Santa Maria Maggiore – Liturgical Arts Journal
An Easter Massacre in Nigeria, But Leo Get’s Involved in U.S. Politics, Why? – North Star on X
Trump, Jesus, & Doctors? Nope! – Fr. Z’s Blog
Leo Picks a Fight with Trump, Ignores Iranian Slaughter of Civilians – Gavin R.P. Ashenden, Ph.D.
Democrats Aren’t Far Behind Canada In Efforts To Ban Christian Speech – The Federalist
60 Minutes & the Lavender Mafia – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Support for Trump Among Catholics Plummets – Jorge Enrique Mújica at Zenit
Who Started the Trump ‘Feud’ With the Pope? – Philip F. Lawler, Ph.D.
Hand of David Axelrod? 60 Minutes Gives Platform to U.S. Leftist Cardinals – Complicit Clergy
Trump Attacks Pope Leo XIV – Evidence America is in Decline – David L. Gray, Th.M.
Mary Queen of Scots: Catholic Martyr? – Byron Whitcraft at Tradition, Family, & Property
Should Christians Refrain from Profanity? – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Trump Disses Pope Leo as Weak – Posts Himself as Christ – Taylor R. Marshall, Ph.D.
Vatican Looks at Anglican Heritage in New Document – Matthew Green at Aleteia
Bishop Barron says Trump ‘Owes the Pope an Apology’ – The Catholic Herald
Jesus Was Always Asking Caesar to Help the Poor. . . – D.R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Trump Draws Backlash Over Leo Rant, Deeply Offensive Image of Him as Christ – OSV News
Orban Going, But Orbanism Coming To Europe – Rod Dreher at Rod Dreher’s Diary
Vance Says Trump Was ‘Posting a Joke’ With Now-Deleted Jesus-Like Image – N Catholic Register
Pope Leo Has Nothing but Disdain for Trump – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Solitude & Loneliness in the Mission of the Church – Anthony Lilles at Catholic Spiritual Direction
Pope Leo XIV Critiques Trump Over Iran Conflict – Nicole Winfield at A.P.
A.I. & Babel: The Perpetual Plot – Jerome German at Catholic Stand Magazine
The Failure of Our Bishops During the Covid Disaster – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at TACatholic
The Medical Establishment’s Consensus Has Been Shattered on Transgenderism – G. Isbell at TFP
Archbishop Coakley Rebukes Trump – USCCB
Show Up – Dom Cingoranelli at Catholic Stand Magazine
The 13th of March, a Date Which Will Live in Infamy: Francis Elected Pope – The Americ Catholic
Why Did Pope Leo Meet with Non-Catholic & Liberal David Axelrod? – California Catholic Daily

Top-10 News Stories for Divine Mercy Sunday Evening Edition:
1. Pope Leo XIV Rectifying the Injustices of the Previous Papacy – Fr. Allan J. McDonald at SO
2. I Had Hoped That Pope Splaining Was a Thing of the Past – Damian Thompson & Don McClarey
3. The Art of Dress: How We Dress is Inherently Theological – Fr. Michael Rennier at PMAM
4. Correcting Fr. Joseph Krupp – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
5. How Pope St. John Paul II Rescued the Once-Banned Divine Mercy Devotion – Church Pop
6. A Silent Fragmentation of the Church is Harder to Fix Than an Open Schism – G. Masciullo
7. How Bishop Barron Just Managed to Make Everyone Angry – David L. Gray, Th.M.
8. Trump Lambasts Pope Leo, Extending Feud Over Iran War With First American Pontiff – A.P.
9. Denying Some Luxuries During Childhood Provided Our Kids Laughter In Adulthood – Beanie
10. Pascha In Budapest – Rod Dreher at Rod Dreher’s Diary

Honorable Mention News Stories for Divine Mercy Sunday Evening Edition:
Sale on NABRE Editions from Liturgical Press – Marc at Catholic Bible Talk
Is There a Catholic Revival Around the World? – 60 Minutes Video – Rorate Cæli
Video: Pope Leo Blocks Canonization of Monster Francis Bishop – Anthony Stine, Ph.D.
Young Men & the Return to Rome – S.A. McCarthy at The American Spectator
How to Understand the Well-Being Gap Between Liberals & Conservatives – Amer Affairs Journal

Recent Posts:
DIVINE MERCY SVNDAY EVENING EDITION – BIG PVLPIT
EASTER SATVRDAY AFTERNOON EDITION – BIG PVLPIT

Daily Readings:
Novus Ordo Mass (U.S.) – 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

Catholic References:
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

Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Mamdani & the Extinction of the Mom-and-Pop Landlord – Gary Isbell at Tradition, Family, & Prop

Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Fyodor Dostoevsky on ‘Tolerance’ – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

Et Cætera. . . Other Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The Supreme Court Hands the LGBT Movement A Major Loss Over Conversion Therapy – TFP
A New Indiana Law Fights Chinese Infiltration in Its Schools – Tradition, Family, & Property
Reparation for the Sacrilegious Attack at Milwaukee’s Gesu – Tradition, Family, & Property

Indiscriminate Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
2026 TFP Spring Camp: Leadership is Born in Adversity – Tradition, Family, & Property
Ukraine’s Drones Pay Dividends by Keeping U.S. Soldiers Safer & Saving Taxpayer Dollars – TFP
In Spain: “Holy Week Must Be Egalitarian!” – John Horvat, II, at Tradition, Family, & Property
How to be Catholic: A Step-by-Step Guide – EWTN News via National Catholic Register
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

A Thank You To Our Sponsor:
The American Society for the Defense of Tradition, Family, and Property

DIVINE MERCY SVNDAY EVENING EDITION

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The Art of Dress: How We Dress is Inherently Theological – Fr. Michael Rennier at PMAM

Divine Mercy Sunday:
Mercy’s Wondrous Exchange – Matthew Walz at The Catholic Thing
Sailing on the Waves of His Mercy – Denise Trull at Catholic Spiritual Direction
Mercy & Thomas – Amy Welborn at Charlotte Was Both
How Pope St. John Paul II Rescued the Once-Banned Divine Mercy Devotion – Church Pop
God’s Perfect Mercy – Msgr. Charles Pope at Community In Mission

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
Pope Leo XIV: Diplomacy, Commitment, & Reforms – Andrea Gagliarducci at Monday Vatican
Pope Leo XIV Rectifying the Injustices of the Previous Papacy – Fr. Allan J. McDonald at SO
Nine Things to Know About Pope Leo XIV’s Africa Visit – The Catholic World Report

General Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Sale on NABRE Editions from Liturgical Press – Marc at Catholic Bible Talk
What Does an Underground River Have to Do With Relics? – Rome Reports
Is There a Catholic Revival Around the World? – 60 Minutes Video – Rorate Cæli
I Had Hoped That Pope Splaining Was a Thing of the Past – Damian Thompson & Don McClarey
Trump Lambasts Pope Leo XIV, Extending Feud Over Iran War With First American Pontiff – A.P.
A Silent Fragmentation of the Church is Harder to Fix Than an Open Schism – G. Masciullo
Pascha In Budapest – Rod Dreher at Rod Dreher’s Diary
Correcting Fr. Joseph Krupp – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
The Light of Knowledge – Tom Thomas at Catholic Stand Magazine
Denying Some Luxuries During Childhood Provided Our Kids Laughter In Adulthood – Beanie
Dostoevsky’s Notes from Underground – Luther Ray Abel at National Review
Why Plato Matters Now: Heroism & Celebrity – Angie Hobbs at Antigone
Young Men & the Return to Rome – S.A. McCarthy at The American Spectator
An Important New Resource for the Study of Holy Week – Peter A. Kwasniewski, Ph.D., at NLM
St. Augustine on Military Service & Prayer in Time of War – Fr. Z’s Blog
Did Vatican II Adopt the Modernist View of Revelation as Experience? – R. Fox at Cathol Stand M
How St. Catherine Ended the Avignon Papacy – Steve Weidenkopf at Crisis Magazine
‘Enough of War!’: Pope Leo Delivers Urgent Plea for Peace at Prayer Vigil – Mary Rose at Zeale
Sacrosanctum Concilium: A Lawyer Examines the Loopholes – Rorate Cæli
“Do You Love Me?” The Restoration of Peter & Our Call to Love – D. Dillon at Catholic Stand Mag
The Case Against Social Media: Seven Lines of Evidence – Jon Haidt & Zach Rausch at After Babel
Pelican+ Partners with Substack in Multi-Outlet Model – Peter A. Kwasniewski, Ph.D., at T&S
A Love Story: Manuel’s Side of the Story – David L. Gray, Th.M.
Rome’s Famed Barberini Bees Revived, New Bespoke Work by Atelier Sacra Domus Aurea – LAJ
The Return of the Patron – Jan C. Bentz at The Catholic Herald
Reparation for the Sacrilegious Attack at Milwaukee’s Gesu – Tradition, Family, & Property
A Link Between Genesis & Fatima – Michael H. Brown at Spirit Daily Blog
How to Understand the Well-Being Gap Between Liberals & Conservatives – Amer Affairs Journal
4 Per Cent of Deaths in Belgium Are Euthanasia Cases – The Catholic Herald

Top-10 for Easter Saturday Afternoon Edition:
1. Video: Pope Leo Blocks Canonization of Monster Francis Bishop – Anthony Stine, Ph.D.
2. My Parents Spent My Entire Childhood Searching for Happiness, I Wanted a Home – TBU
3. How Bishop Barron Just Managed to Make Everyone Angry – David L. Gray, Th.M.
4. Fr. Ripperger: Fornication, Pornography Led Control of U.S. By Major Demons – Spirit Daily
5. Why Are So Many Protestant Students Converting to Catholicism? – Minding The Campus
6. An Ancient Way to Greet Others During the Paschal Season – Philip Kosloski at Aleteia
7. The Vatican’s Bad Latin Xweet – Fr. Z’s Blog
8. Ben Sasse’s Need For a Miracle – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
9. Ask Father: We Can Eat Meat on Easter Friday, Do We Have to Do Some Penance? – Fr. Z’s Blog
10. Cardinal Hollerich is the Kamala Harris of Catholic Cardinals – Fr. Allan J. McDonald at SO

Honorable Mention for Easter Saturday Afternoon Edition:
Pope Holds Talks With Order of Malta Leadership Over Reform Dispute – The Catholic Herald
St. Raphael, Loving Patron of Those Seeking a Marriage Partner – Mary O’Regan at Mary’s Blog
Benedict XVI Undermines Pope Leo XIV’s Absolute Pacifism Argument – The American Catholic

Recent Posts:
EASTER SATVRDAY AFTERNOON EDITION – BIG PVLPIT

Daily Readings:
Novus Ordo Mass (U.S.) – 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

Catholic References:
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

Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Tell Us What You Really Think Donald – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
A New Indiana Law Fights Chinese Infiltration in Its Schools – Tradition, Family, & Property
Why Are Liberals Erasing the Memory of Iryna Zarutska? – Jenny Holland at Spiked
The Supreme Court Hands the LGBT Movement A Major Loss Over Conversion Therapy – TFP

Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Nation Of (Un)Assimilation – We’re Not At the End, But You Can See It From Here
Sayyid Qutb: The Godfather of Islamism – Tim Black at Spiked
How Xi Jinping’s ‘Moral’ Policies Just Shattered the Wine Industry – Gary Isbell at TFP

Et Cætera. . . Other Analysis, Punditry, and News:
2026 TFP Spring Camp: Leadership is Born in Adversity – Tradition, Family, & Property
Ukraine’s Drones Pay Dividends by Keeping U.S. Soldiers Safer & Saving Taxpayer Dollars – TFP
In Spain: “Holy Week Must Be Egalitarian!” – John Horvat, II, at Tradition, Family, & Property

Indiscriminate Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
Cardinal Burke to Headline St. Louis de Montfort Academy Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony – TFP
How to be Catholic: A Step-by-Step Guide – EWTN News via National Catholic Register
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

A Thank You To Our Sponsor:
The American Society for the Defense of Tradition, Family, and Property

EASTER SATVRDAY AFTERNOON EDITION

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
St. Raphael, Loving Patron of Those Seeking a Marriage Partner – Mary O’Regan at Mary’s Blog
My Parents Spent My Entire Childhood Searching for Happiness, I Wanted a Home – TBU
Pope Holds Talks With Order of Malta Leadership Over Reform Dispute – The Catholic Herald

Easter:
An Ancient Way to Greet Others During the Paschal Season – Philip Kosloski at Aleteia
Ask Father: We Can Eat Meat on Easter Friday, Do We Have to Do Some Penance? – Fr. Z’s Blog
When Does Easter End? – James Bradbury at The Catholic Herald

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
Video: Pope Leo Blocks Canonization of Monster Bishop – Anthony Stine, Ph.D.
From Holy Week to World Stage: Leo XIV’s Call for Peace – Michael Haynes at The Catholic Herald

Note: Apologies for the lack of posting this week. I had major computer issues that are finally resolved.

General Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Nuns of Gower Abbey Have a New Music Disc/Download! – Fr. Z’s Blog
The Impressive Treasures of the Museo Diocesano di Livorno – Liturgical Arts Journal
Why Are So Many Protestant Students Converting to Catholicism? – Minding The Campus
Does God Listen to the Prayers of Those Who Wage War? – G.M. Van Son at Catholic Stand Magaz
Fr. Ripperger: Fornication, Pornography Led Control of U.S. By Major Demons – Spirit Daily Blog
Benedict XVI Undermines Pope Leo XIV’s Absolute Pacifism Argument – The American Catholic
350 Bible Passages vs. Sola Scriptura – David Armstrong at Biblical Evidence For Catholicism
The Debate on the Blessed Virgin Mary During Vatican II: Mater Populi Fidelis – Gumisiriza
2026 TFP Spring Camp: Leadership is Born in Adversity – Tradition, Family, & Property
Ben Sasse’s Need For a Miracle – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Cardinal Hollerich is the Kamala Harris of Catholic Cardinals – Fr. Allan J. McDonald at SO
The Vatican’s Bad Latin Xweet – Fr. Z’s Blog
The Trump-Leo Cold War – Anne B. Hendershott, Ph.D., at Crisis Magazine
The U.S. Hasn’t Threatened to Bomb the Vatican – Damian Thompson at The Spectator
Canada Poised To Criminalize Catholicism With Ban On Citing Biblical Truths – The Federalist
Not With a Bang But With a Whimper: No U.S.-Vatican Tensions – The American Catholic
Padre Pio & the Prostitute in London – Mary O’Regan at Mary’s Blog
Who Would Defend the Novus Ordo, & Why? – Peter A. Kwasniewski, Ph.D.
Conscience is Not What You Think It is – Fr. Francesco Giordano at Catholic Exchange
The Supreme Court Hands the LGBT Movement A Major Loss Over Conversion Therapy – TFP
Europe, America, & (Bad) Narratives – Rod Dreher at Rod Dreher’s Diary
Augustine Inst’s Art of Living Asks Viewers to Live the Resurrection Thru the Cardin Virtues – IT
How Bishop Barron Just Managed to Make Everyone Angry – David L. Gray, Th.M.
Nuns Who Care for Dying Poor Face Jail Time under NY Law – Theresa Civantos Barber at Aleteia
Congressmen Renew Push to Make Easter Monday a Federal Holiday – EWTN News
Discovering Chartreuse Elixir: A Very Spiritual Spirit – Hélène de Lauzun at TEC
Holy Shroud: New Research Confirms Its Middle Eastern Origins – E. Marinelli at Daily Compass
Tolkien & the Power of Fantasy – Shmuel Klatzkin at The American Spectator

Classical Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Building a Pathway to Faithful Catholic Education with Dr. Michael Shick – Cardinal Newman Soc

Modern Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
College Is Becoming an Expensive Way to Lose Your Soul – Robert Bortins

General Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
5 Myths About Homeschooling Through High School – Robert Bortins

Daily Readings:
Novus Ordo Mass (U.S.) – 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

Catholic References:
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

Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
In Spain: “Holy Week Must Be Egalitarian!” – John Horvat, II, at Tradition, Family, & Property
Gavin Newsom Launches His Presidential Bid by Sounding the Climate Alarm – TFP

Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Ukraine’s Drones Pay Dividends by Keeping U.S. Soldiers Safer & Saving Taxpayer Dollars – TFP
The Case of Alsace: A Quest for Identity – Hélène de Lauzun at The European Conservative

Et Cætera. . . Other Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Peculiar ‘Prophecy’ Foresaw U.S. Uprisings – Michael H. Brown at Spirit Daily Blog
Cardinal Burke to Headline St. Louis de Montfort Academy Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony – TFP

Indiscriminate Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
TFP Marches Alongside Determined Pro-Lifers in New York City – Tradition, Family, & Property
At New York Walk for Life: Say Yes to the Unborn and Change History – TFP
How to be Catholic: A Step-by-Step Guide – EWTN News via National Catholic Register
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

A Thank You To Our Sponsor:
The American Society for the Defense of Tradition, Family, and Property

SATVRDAY MID-MORNING EDITION

WORLD
Iran Has Lost Track of Hormuz Mines – M Angela at Daily Caller
Ceasefire on the Brink – M Vespa at Townhall
Vance Arrives in Pakistan for Peace Talks – A Langford at The Telegraph
Live Updates – Jerusalem Post
Israel: War Funding Exacts Heavy Toll – G Ingber at Jerusalem Post
The Era of Amateur Vaticanology … – T Nerozzi at Washington Examiner
Canada Poised to Criminalize Biblical Truth – A Meyrat at The Federalist
Orban on the Ropes; Vance Slams EU Bureaucrats – C Deconnick at HotAir
Britain’s Suicide Continues – D Strom at HotAir
Catholic Nuns Again Forced to Defend Themselves – D Vanbuskirk at Daily Caller
Keeping Trump in NATO is Rutte’s Only Mission – P Guastamacchia at Euractiv
Badenoch: Britain is NOT Ready for War – P Snepvangers at The Telegraph

POLITICS
Education Department Nullifies Title IX Gender Rules – L L Cochran at The Hill
Swalwell Accused of Sexual Assault; Cali Campaign in Doubt – E Weibel at Breitbart
… Dems Abandon – K Hamilton at Breitbart
Artemis II Has Splashed Down – S Toldjah at RedState
Fed Court Victory for Trump on Immigration Policy – F Lucas at Daily Signal
Melania’s Plea: House to Hold Epstein Victim Hearings – C Carter at Washington Examiner
Fed Workforce Hits Lowest Level since ‘66 – The National Pulse
Gas-Price Surge Raises March Inflation Numbers – The National Pulse
Virginia Gerrymandering Fight Heats Up – R Reese at Daily Caller
How Virginia Was Surrendered – S Marabito at The Federalist
GOP Senators: Nuke the Filibuster to Pass Save Act – M D Kittle at The Federalist
For Dems the 25th Amendment Has Costs – E Morrisey at HotAir

EASTER MONDAY EVENING EDITION

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The Devil’s Flagpole: Refuting Catholic Antisemites – James Keating at The Fourth Watch

Easter:
Beautiful Conversion Stories of Catholics Who Entered the Church This Easter – Church Pop
A Chronology of the Resurrection Appearances – Msgr. Charles Pope at Community In Mission
What Are the Four Last Things? A Practical Guide for Everyday Catholics – Scepter Blog
Resurrection Joy Illuminates Our Suffering – Melanie Jean Juneau at Catholic Stand Magazine
The Easter Candle: History & Meaning – D.D. Emmons at Homiletic & Pastoral Review

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
Leo Calls for Charity & Understanding Toward Catholics Attached to the TLM – S.A. McCarthy
How Pope Leo XIV is Quietly Reshaping the Vatican – Damian Thompson at The Spectator
Pope Leo XIV Strongly Defends the Hierarchical Structure of the Church – Rome Reports

General Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Record Easter Converts Credit Influencers; The Church Isn’t Learning From It – Un Sanct Cath
Idaho Diocese Struggles With Record Numbers – Lisa Ormond at The Spokesman-Review
The French Bishops Discuss the Latin Mass – Kevin Tierney at Kevin’s Substack
Leo, Broglio, & the Iran War – Gene Thomas Gomulka at John 18:37
The Islamification of Britain – Joanna Williams at City Journal
McClarey Tangles With Feser, Again! – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Vittorio Messori Dies, Italian Catholic Journalist & Author, Defender of the Faith – EWTN News
New Study: Trans Kids Are Much More Likely To Suffer Crisis After Transition – The Federalist
This is the Right Way to Bless People With Holy Water, the Sober Rite Way – Fr. Allan J. McDonald
Continuity, Rupture or Both? Vatican II & the SSPX – Rorate Cæli
Cardinal Burke to Headline St. Louis de Montfort Academy Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony – TFP
A Pre-Holy Week Pilgrimage – Fr. Nathaniel Dreyer at Catholic Stand Magazine
Are Groypers Heirs To MAGA? – Rod Dreher at Rod Dreher’s Diary
The Holy Spirit Is Moving in Manhattan – Zelda Caldwell at National Catholic Register
The City of Luxury Beliefs – Ed West at Wrong Side Of History
The Silence Behind Silence – Alex Long at Catholic Stand Magazine
Faith Rising Despite Political Pressure, Cultural Opposition, & Violent Persecution – Am Spectat
In Spain: “Holy Week Must Be Egalitarian!” – John Horvat, II, at Tradition, Family, & Property
How a 25-Year-Old Qualified for Death – Ashley McGuire at The Catholic Associations
Gavin Newsom Launches His Presidential Bid by Sounding the Climate Alarm – TFP
Vance Releasing Book On Conversion To Catholicism – Emma Loffhagen at The Guardian
Altar Girls is a Type of Gender Dysphoria – David L. Gray, Th.M.
Canada Wants to Make Quoting the Bible Illegal – The Spectator
Sohrab Ahmari: ‘I’m Very Much in the Pray & Obey Camp’ – M. McDonagh at The Catholic Herald
Bishop Martin Explains That He is Just Doing What He is Told – The Catholic Esquire
Canterbury Without Faith: The Hollowing of Christian England – Nuntiatoria
Shia Culture of Martyrdom Key to Understanding Iran, Says Msgr. Nazir-Ali – Edward Pentin
Why Catholics Should Take the Dating Crisis Seriously – Delphine Chui at The Catholic Herald

Modern Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The Ivy League College Students Who Can’t Read Books – Rose Horowitch at The Atlantic

General Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
This Book Series Gave my Homeschooled Kids Passion for History – Mary E. Cuff at The Federalist

Daily Readings:
Novus Ordo Mass (U.S.) – 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

Catholic References:
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

Et Cætera. . . Other Analysis, Punditry, and News:
TFP Marches Alongside Determined Pro-Lifers in New York City – Tradition, Family, & Property
At New York Walk for Life: Say Yes to the Unborn and Change History – TFP

Indiscriminate Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
Doctrinal Clarity & Liturgical Beauty Behind Britain’s Catholic Revival – Michael Haynes at TFP
A Universe Just Ended, & Almost No One Noticed – John Horvat, II, at Tradition, Family, & Property
Russian Abuse of Catholic Priests Bolsters the Need for Ukraine Support – TFP
How to be Catholic: A Step-by-Step Guide – EWTN News via National Catholic Register
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

A Thank You To Our Sponsor:
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SATVRDAY MID-MORNING EDITION

WORLD
Iran Live Updates: Second US Fighter Jet Downed – Jerusalem Post
Second Pilot Still Missing – Live Updates at Fox News
In Iran NATO is the Big Loser – V D Hansen at American Greatness
Ceasefire Talks Collapse, Again – C Powell at Trending Politics
NYT Lowers the Bar Yet Again – J Bailey at Daily Caller
Pope Leo Makes Historic Way of the Cross – P Bois at Breitbart
AI: Transhumanism’s Golden Calf – T G McCotter
BBC Leftists Cry’Colonialism!’ Over Moon Launch – T Knighton at Townhall
Another Catholic Church Burns, 2 Men Charged – A Lapp at Daily Caller
37-Times Crucified Filipino to Retire – F Martel at Breitbart
Japan Launches Stealth Sub – S Sinha at Interesting Engineering
Breakthrough in Quantum Computing – R Brahambhatt at Interesting Engineering

POLITICS
March Jobs Report Outperforms Expectations – E Revell at Fox News
James Carville is Not Ok – P Key at Breitbart
Why Trump Fired Bondi – R Reese at Daily Caller
Harmeet Dhillon Gets DC Buzz as Next AG – B Unruh at WND
Hegseth Shakes up Army Leadership – J Addington at American Conservative
Voter ID is Radioactive for Dems – Fox News
Did Hegseth ‘Bar Catholics’ From Good Friday Service? – streiff at RedState
2027 Budget would Up Defence Spending – N Gilbertson at Breitbart
Byron Donalds to Succeed DeSantis? – H Knudsen at Breitbart
Marines Practice Assault Landing at Diego Garcia – T Hallinan at Trending Politics
Artemis Pilot Shoots Down Identity Politics Dialectic – J Hoft at Gateway Pundit
CBS’ 60 Minutes Facing Employee Bloodbath – S Green at PJ Media