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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

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MONDAY EDITION

Robert Edwards 10 August AD 2026 12:01 am

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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

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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:

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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

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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

EVENING ROVNDVP:

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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

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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:
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

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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

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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

VVEDNESDAY EDITION

Robert Edwards 5 August AD 2026 12:01 am

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Top-10 News Stories from Today’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. A WWII Spy Novel That Reinvigorates the Genre for a New Audience – Auguste Meyrat at Crisis
7. Are You an American Catholic in Rome? The Place to Go to See Leo Up Close – Rome Reports
8. The Insidious Deception of the Born Again Sect – David Martin at The Daily Knight
9. An Explanation of the 2026 Ceuta Border Incident – Leo Magazine
10. The Tomb of the Man Who Built the Trojan Horse – John Byron Kuhner

Honorable Mentioned:
Fr. Javier Aizpún of Pamplona Calls for the Reconquista of Morocco, Finish the Job! – Cath Arena
The Real Reason that Substack is Collapsing – Scott Carney at Magnetic North
The Intellectual Genocide of the Church in the Netherlands – Robbert Leusink at Gorcum 17

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Blessed Rother Film Sparks Hope for New Saints Inspired by Martyr’s Life – OSV News
A WWII Spy Novel That Reinvigorates the Genre for a New Audience – Auguste Meyrat at Crisis
The Tomb of the Man Who Built the Trojan Horse – John Byron Kuhner

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
Are You an American Catholic in Rome? The Place to Go to See Leo Up Close – Rome Reports

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Around the Catholic Blogosphere:
New Find of Ancient Aramaic Bible Manuscript Shows Usage of Icons in 1st Century – Xing, Ph.D.
Dedication of the Basilica of St. Mary Major – Fr. Christopher G. Phillips at A Pilgrim’s Journey
Markos Kampanis’ Work for Two Byzantine Private Family Chapels – Liturgical Arts Journal
Foreigner as Curse: Holistic Reading of the Old Testament on Migration – Unam Sanctam Cathol
St. Athanasius & the Deuterocanon (vs. Javier Perdomo) – Dave Armstrong at Biblical Evidence. . .
Video: I Went to Break My Family’s Spiritual Chains – Here’s What Actually Happened – UM
Sometimes Priests & Prelates Should Just Keep Their Mouths Shut – Gene M. Van Son at CSM
Mexico: “Bishop” Publicly States Rainbow Sin Is “Natural” & “Not a Sin” – Radical Fidelity
Leo Would Sooner Chew Ground Class Than Give Trump a Papal Visit – Donald R. McClarey, J.D.
What the Liturgical Wars were Like Prior to Vatican II – Fr. Allan J. McDonald at Southern Orders
Bravo: Diocese of El Paso Forced to End Child Trafficking Operation – Complicit Clergy
The Insidious Deception of the Born Again Sect – David Martin at The Daily Knight
An Explanation of the 2026 Ceuta Border Incident – Leo Magazine
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

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Catholic Media:
The Church of Wellness Is Not Making the Cut – Johanna Duncan at Word On Fire
Mary Statue Stands Alone & Gives Hope After Fires Wipe Out Parts of Spokane – Church Pop
Spanish Bishops’ President: ‘The Invasion of Ceuta Is a Test, Demography Is a Weapon’ – The Reg
Bp. Schneider: Nothing More Dangerous for Religion than Interference w/Liturgy – Mch. Haynes
How Harsh Should Your Penance Be? – Fr. Gabriel Mosher at Catholic Answers Magazine
Video: Anthony Stine: Cupich Says T.L.M. Weakens the Catholic Church on What? – Joe McLane
31 Christians Killed in Nigeria, Including Eleven Children & a Priest – Catholic World Report
What Might Be Pope Leo’s Goal for China? – Ed. Condon at The Pillar
Cardinal: Nigeria’s Pres. Has Rejected Bishops’ Concerns About State of Country – EWTN News
Spokane Bishop Calls for Prayer as Wildfires Force 65,000 to Evacuate – Angelus News

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Everywhere Else:
The Wreckovation of the Zurich Convention Center: 1900 vs. 2026 – The Art Of Purpose
15th-Century German Armor Went Hard – Thinking West
Video: No Longer a “Conspiracy Theory”; Birth Control in Our Drinking Water – The Loop Cast
Court Temporarily Shields Catholic Groups From New York Assisted Suicide Law – Live Action

Top-10 News Stories from Yesterday’s Tuesday Edition:
1. Spanish Report Fuels Anxiety Over Pope Leo’s Intention Regarding the T.L.M. – Diane Montagna
2. The Real Reason that Substack is Collapsing – Scott Carney at Magnetic North
3. Rome: Sodom & Gomorrah Struck Down for Anti-Immigration, Not Homosexuality – ChristianH
4. Please Pray For Frederica Mathewes-Green! – Rod Dreher at Rod Dreher’s Diary
5. Spanish Publication Alleges Leo Against the T.L.M., Thinks It’s Unimportant – Niwa Limbu
6. A Tale of Two Cardinals: Unity in Diversity vs. Unity in Uniformity; Sarah & Cupich – Fr. Z’s Blog
7. The Great Deception: How The West Was Lost, & How to Win It Back – David Torkington
8. St. Joseph Was Not Silent in Scripture, So What Did He Say? – Scott Smith, Esq.
9. Is Pope Leo Maintaining a T.L.M. ‘Gray Area’? – Edgar Beltrán at The Pillar
10. Statue Survives Shocking Fires in Spokane, Washington – Catholic Arena

Honorable Mentioned:
Exploring Carthusian Liturgical Architecture – Shawn R. Tribe at Liturgical Arts Journal
Fishwrap was Fair on S.S.P.X. Schism, but Let Me Rant! – Fr. Allan J. McDonald
Video: Nude Pride Display at a Cathedral. . . The Bishop’s Astonishing Response – Raymond Arroyo
The Wondrous Gift of the Priesthood – Fr. Christopher G. Phillips at A Pilgrim’s Journey

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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:
Spokane Blazes Not “Climate Change”, Sorry, Nut-Jobs – Dad29
Video: Why Marco Rubio Won’t Run Against J.D. Vance – Michael Knowles

TVESDAY EDITION

Robert Edwards 4 August AD 2026 12:01 am

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Top-10 News Stories from Today’s Tuesday Edition:
1. Spanish Report Fuels Anxiety Over Pope Leo’s Intention Regarding the T.L.M. – Diane Montagna
2. Rome: Sodom & Gomorrah Struck Down for Anti-Immigration, Not Homosexuality – ChristianH
3. The Real Reason that Substack is Collapsing – Scott Carney at Magnetic North
4. Spanish Publication Alleges Leo Against the T.L.M., Thinks It’s Unimportant – Niwa Limbu
5. The Great Deception: How The West Was Lost, & How to Win It Back – David Torkington
6. Statue Survives Shocking Fires in Spokane, Washington – Catholic Arena
7. A Tale of Two Cardinals: Unity in Diversity vs. Unity in Uniformity; Sarah & Cupich – Fr. Z’s Blog
8. Please Pray For Frederica Mathewes-Green! – Rod Dreher at Rod Dreher’s Diary
9. Exploring Carthusian Liturgical Architecture – Shawn R. Tribe at Liturgical Arts Journal
10. Is Pope Leo Maintaining a T.L.M. ‘Gray Area’? – Edgar Beltrán at The Pillar

Honorable Mentioned:
St. Joseph Was Not Silent in Scripture, So What Did He Say? – Scott Smith, Esq.
Fishwrap was Fair on S.S.P.X. Schism, but Let Me Rant! – Fr. Allan J. McDonald
The Wondrous Gift of the Priesthood – Fr. Christopher G. Phillips at A Pilgrim’s Journey

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Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The Tiny Church that Beat the Gold Rush & Became Australia’s Busiest Parish – Church Pop
The Great Deception: How The West Was Lost, & How to Win It Back – David Torkington
Statue Survives Shocking Fires in Spokane, Washington – Catholic Arena

August is the Month of the Immaculate Heart of Mary:
August & the Devotion to the Immaculate Heart of Mary – S. Brewster at Catholic Exchange

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Around the Catholic Blogosphere:
A Benefit of At-Fault Divorce – James Chastek, Ph.L., Ph.D., at Just Thomism
Book Review: “The Once and Future Roman Rite” Questions Liturgical Revolution – Rorate Cæli
Video: George Washington’s Mysterious Heavenly Visitor Revealed – The Jesse Romero Show
Catholics: Be In the World, Not of It – Patrick Coffin at Catholic Stand Magazine
Spanish Report Fuels Anxiety Over Pope Leo’s Intention Regarding the T.L.M. – Diane Montagna
Rome: Sodom & Gomorrah Struck Down for Anti-Immigration, Not Homosexuality – Christian H.
Spanish Publication: Alleges Leo is Against the T.L.M., Thinks It’s Unimportant – Niwa Limbu
A Tale of Two Cardinals: Unity in Diversity vs. Unity in Uniformity; Sarah & Cupich – Fr. Z’s Blog
Exploring Carthusian Liturgical Architecture – Shawn R. Tribe at Liturgical Arts Journal
St. Joseph Was Not Silent in Scripture, So What Did He Say? – Scott Smith, Esq.
Fishwrap was Fair on S.S.P.X. Schism, but Let Me Rant! – Fr. Allan J. McDonald
The Wondrous Gift of the Priesthood – Fr. Christopher G. Phillips at A Pilgrim’s Journey

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Catholic Media:
Leo Meets With His New E.W.T.N. Prefect for Communications at the Vatican – Silere Non Possum
Video: Nude Pride Display at a Cathedral. . . The Bishop’s Astonishing Response – Raymond Arroyo
Paul Revere Became Catholic (The Patriot’s Great-Grandson, That Is) – National Catholic Register
Video: Why a Bishop Wants the Latin Mass Gone – Anthony P. Stine, Ph.D., & Joe McLane
Not Predestined? There’s Still Hope for You! – Parker Manning at Catholic Answers Magazine
Cardinal Sarah Calls for a Return to Summorum Pontificum – Michael Haynes at Catholic Herald
€2B Euros, 5K Properties, & a Gold Reserve: The Wealth of the Holy See – Rome Reports
Toronto Catholics Launch First Conference for Young Professionals – Catholic World Report
Christians in West Bengal Face New Round of Intimidation, Threats – Nirmala Carvalho at Crux
Is Pope Leo Maintaining a T.L.M. ‘Gray Area’? – Edgar Beltrán at The Pillar

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Everywhere Else:
Don’t Worry, Be Conservative – Ben Peterson at Public Discourse
Odyscenes: The Twelve Best Bits of the Odyssey – Edmund Stewart at Antigone
A Catholic Moment or an Evangelical Century? – Timon Cline, J.D., at First Things
Video: What Does the ‘W’ in W.N.B.A. Stand For? – Michael Knowles
Video: The Instagram “Christian Aesthetic” Is a Problem – Matt Fradd
The Real Reason that Substack is Collapsing – Scott Carney at Magnetic North
Please Pray For Frederica Mathewes-Green! – Rod Dreher at Rod Dreher’s Diary

Top-10 News Stories from Yesterday’s Monday Edition:
1. This Is One of the Reasons Why Church Pews Were Invented – Philip Kosloski at Aleteia
2. The Antipope Venerated as a Saint – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Movement
3. Why Priests Leave or Are Dismissed – Captain Gene Thomas Gomulka at John 18:37
4. Archbishop Cordileone Questions Future of Traditionis Custodes: Not Realistic – Advaticanum
5. The Fauci Diary Hearings – Leila Marie Lawler & Phillip F. Lawler, Ph.D., at Happy Despite Them
6. Lost Traditions: The Falda & Subcinctorium – Robbert Leusink at Heritage Standard
7. ‘No Contact’: Can I Cut Off My Parents? – Drew Belsky at Indulgence Blog
8. Loaves & Fishes – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
9. The Catholic Study Bible That Isn’t Afraid of Your Kid’s Science Teacher – Magis Center
10. ‘What Trap Is This?’ – Rod Dreher at Rod Dreher’s Diary

Honorable Mentioned:
For This Reason a Man Shall Leave His Father &. . . – James Chastek, Ph.L., Ph.D., at Just Thomism
The Church of the “New Gaze” – Austin Ruse at Crisis Magazine
The Most Important Event of the Year: Inside the 2026 Napa Institute Summer Conf. – The Reg

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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:
The Warmth of Collectivism – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
How to Read Value in a World Without Standards – Robbert Leusink at Heritage Standard

Et Cætera. . . Other Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
Memories of Phone Slams Past – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

MONDAY EDITION

Robert Edwards 3 August AD 2026 12:01 am

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Top-10 News Stories from Today’s Monday Edition:
1. This Is One of the Reasons Why Church Pews Were Invented – Philip Kosloski at Aleteia
2. The Antipope Venerated as a Saint – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Movement
3. Why Priests Leave or Are Dismissed – Captain Gene Thomas Gomulka at John 18:37
4. Archbishop Cordileone Questions Future of Traditionis Custodes: Not Realistic – Advaticanum
5. The Fauci Diary Hearings – Leila Marie Lawler & Phillip F. Lawler, Ph.D., at Happy Despite Them
6. Lost Traditions: The Falda & Subcinctorium – Robbert Leusink at Heritage Standard
7. ‘No Contact’: Can I Cut Off My Parents? – Drew Belsky at Indulgence Blog
8. Loaves & Fishes – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
9. The Catholic Study Bible That Isn’t Afraid of Your Kid’s Science Teacher – Magis Center
10. ‘What Trap Is This?’ – Rod Dreher at Rod Dreher’s Diary

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The Antipope Venerated as a Saint – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Movement
Five Tips for Being a Better Godparent or Confirmation Sponsor – Diego L. Colín at EWTN News

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
Full Text: Pope Leo XIV’s Angelus Address Given August 02, 2026 – OSV News

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Around the Catholic Blogosphere:
Satire: Vatican Likely to Reject Experimental “Biker Gang” Religious Order – Irkutsk Ice Truckers
Extreme Unction: Administration – Fr. David J. Nix at Pilgrim Priest
The Forty Hours’ Devotion – John Paul Sonnen at Liturgical Arts Journal
Sacred Scripture Permeates Every Aspect of Divine Worship – A Treasure To Be Shared
Publican & Pharisee – Tenth Sunday after Pentecost – Fr. Henry James Coleridge, S.J.
The Saints Show Us the Corporal Works of Mercy – Deacon Steve Greco at Catholic Stand Magaz
Video: Powerful Catholic Prayers for Dark Times & Hope – The Jesse Romero Show
Why Priests Leave or Are Dismissed – Captain Gene Thomas Gomulka at John 18:37
Archbishop Cordileone Questions Future of Traditionis Custodes: Not Realistic – Advaticanum
The Fauci Diary Hearings – Leila Marie Lawler & Phillip F. Lawler, Ph.D., at Happy Despite Them
Lost Traditions: The Falda & Subcinctorium – Robbert Leusink at Heritage Standard
Loaves & Fishes – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
For This Reason a Man Shall Leave His Father &. . . – James Chastek, Ph.L., Ph.D., at Just Thomism

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Catholic Media:
Longanimity: The Christian Virtue Homer Understood – Clement Harrold at Catholic Herald
Victory Through Suffering – Fr. Thomas Kuffel at The Catholic Thing
How to Pray a Novena to the Nine Choirs of Angels – Michael J. Lichens at Catholic Exchange
Video: Why Doesn’t God Save Everyone From Hell? – Matt Fradd
Video: Five Simple Ways to Actually Change Your Life with Fr. Jonathan Meyer – Chris Stefanick
Simple Crafts, Activities, & Lessons to Teach About Our Country’s Founding – Zeale
‘No Contact’: Can I Cut Off My Parents? – Drew Belsky at Indulgence Blog
The Catholic Study Bible That Isn’t Afraid of Your Kid’s Science Teacher – Magis Center
The Church of the “New Gaze” – Austin Ruse at Crisis Magazine
The Most Important Event of the Year: Inside the 2026 Napa Institute Summer Conf. – The Reg

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Everywhere Else:
Anti-Woke, or Just Wounded? A Typology of Two Types of Anti-Woke Intellectuals – S.B. Kaufman
Fired for Being Pro-Life: A Teacher’s Stand for the Preborn in Scotland – A. Tan at Live Action
Archbishop Cordileone Calls for Wider Access to T.L.M. – S.A. McCarthy at The American Spectat
America Has Always Been a Christian Nation – Riley M. Moore at First Things
Video: God’s Berserker – Hymn in Old Norse – The Skaldic Bard
Academic Freedom, Cancellation, & Recent Debates About Sex & Gender – Alex Byrne

Top-10 News Stories from Today’s Sunday Edition:
1. Before & After: Still Further Updates to St. Helen Catholic Church in Vero Beach, Florida – LAJ
2. How Did We Get to “Papolatry”? – Hilary White at Heritage Standard
3. The Shocking Way the Passover Lambs were Slaughtered, Exactly Like Jesus – S. Smith, Esq.
4. Angelic Mass for a Reposed Toddler – Fr. David J. Nix at Pilgrim Priest
5. ‘What Trap Is This?’ – Rod Dreher at Rod Dreher’s Diary
6. The Disturbing Roots of the Protestant Revolt – Eternal Christendom
7. The Anti-Jesuit – Peter Swindal at Catholic Culture
8. Easier to Wear Slippers than to Carpet the Whole of Earth; Gospel for 18th Sun. – Msgr. C. Pope
9. Video: Why Did 26 Priests Defy Their Cardinal? – Prayerful Posse
10. Catholic Questions for Protestants – Joel S. Peters at Catholic Answers Magazine

Honorable Mentioned:
The Portiuncula Indulgence – Fr. Christopher G. Phillips at A Pilgrim’s Journey
Six Great Christian Authors & How to Start Reading Them – OSV News
Video: Your Family in Purgatory & their Past is What’s Holding you Back, Here’s What to Do – UM
Jerusalem Council vs. James White & Sola Scriptura – Dave Armstrong at Biblical Evidence For. . .

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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
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On Being Belgian: A Love Letter to a Disappearing Nation – David Engels at Leo Magazine
Preach It Bill (Maher)! – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Head Turners – Catch Light

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General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Around the Catholic Blogosphere:
Liturgical Notes on the Feast of St. Peter’s Chains – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Movement
Herod’s Shame-Dream – James Chastek, Ph.L., Ph.D., at Just Thomism
W.D.T.P.R.S.: 10th Sun. after Pentecost; Vetus Ordo: Mercy & Justice aren’t Opposed – Fr. Z’s Blog
A Priest’s Prayers for Before & After Hearing Confessions – Fr. Z’s Blog
What Does It Mean To Serve? – Brother Without Order
Medieval Pilgrimage & the Journey of Life – Robert W. Keim, Ph.D., at Via Mediævalis
The Church of Sts. Peter & Paul in Biasca, Switzerland – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Mov
All Saints Have This in Common. . . – Philip Kosloski at Voyage
Video: Unleash Supernatural Power: Fasting & Prayer Secrets Revealed – Jesse Romero
How Did We Get to “Papolatry”? – Hilary White at Heritage Standard
The Shocking Way the Passover Lambs were Slaughtered, Exactly Like Jesus – Scott Smith, Esq.
Angelic Mass for a Reposed Toddler – Fr. David J. Nix at Pilgrim Priest
Easier to Wear Slippers than to Carpet the Whole of Earth; Gospel for 18th Sun. – Msgr. Ch. Pope
The Portiuncula Indulgence – Fr. Christopher G. Phillips at A Pilgrim’s Journey
Video: Your Family in Purgatory & their Past is What’s Holding you Back, Here’s What to Do – UM
Jerusalem Council vs. James White & Sola Scriptura – Dave Armstrong at Biblical Evidence For. . .

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Catholic Media:
Caught on Camera: Ultrasound Captures Unborn Baby Smiling as Her Father Speaks – A. Murphy
St. Leo the Wall Builder – Joseph Pearce at Crisis Magazine
Video: You’ll Never See Purgatory the Same – Dr. Ralph Martin & Matt Fradd
The Dangerous Weapon of Contraception – Fr. Kevin Drew at Catholic Exchange
Hidden for 200 Yrs, Vast Baroque Murals Rediscovered in Vilnius’ St. John’s Chur. – EWTN News
‘Hope, Faith, Humor’: Why Flannery O’Connor Still Speaks to Catholics – Elizabeth Ervin at Zeale
Catholic Book Clubs: Tips for Building Community & Growing in Faith – Catholic World Report
Video: Comfort Is Killing You – Chris Stefanick
Prayer, Fasting, & Mercy – St. Peter Chrysologus via The Catholic Thing
The Disturbing Roots of the Protestant Revolt – Eternal Christendom
The Anti-Jesuit – Peter Swindal at Catholic Culture
Catholic Questions for Protestants – Joel S. Peters at Catholic Answers Magazine
Six Great Christian Authors & How to Start Reading Them – OSV News

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Everywhere Else:
Classics v. Classics – Peter J. Leithart at First Things
‘What Trap Is This?’ – Rod Dreher at Rod Dreher’s Diary

Top-10 News Stories from Yesterday’s Saturday Edition:
1. Fire Swept Through Twice: Story Behind Crucifix Photo Everyone’s Talking About – Church Pop
2. Should Cardinal Roche be believed about the Latin Mass? – Michael Haynes at Per Mariam. . .
3. Top-14 Catholic Sites – A Treasure To Be Shared
4. Are These Catholics, All in Communion w/Leo, Unified in Their Style of Liturgy – Fr. McDonald
5. The Massachusetts Bishops’ Polite Collapse – Philip E. Lawler, Ph.D., at Catholic Culture
6. A Message for Fr. Paul Fliss of Wisconsin, Who Thinks T.L.M.ers are ‘Underdeveloped’ – Dad29
7. Which Is It John-Henry Westen: Is Leo a Pope or an Antipope? – S. O’Reilly at Roma Locuta Est
8. Fauci, the Science, & the Church – Philip F. Lawler, Ph.D., at Catholic Culture
9. Learning How to Adore God Like a Saint – Dawn Marie Beutner at Becoming Saints
10. Glorias – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

Honorable Mentioned:
Fr. James Martin to Lead L.G.B.T.Q. Catholic History Pilgrimage in New York City – Com Clergy
The Current State of Spiritual Warfare: Are We Winning? – Trey Duncan at Catholic Stand Magaz
Parents Lose Custody of Gender-Confused Child – Matthew Archbold at Creative Minority Report

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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
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Helping You Build a Better Wardrobe – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist
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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

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1. Fire Swept Through Twice: Story Behind Crucifix Photo Everyone’s Talking About – Church Pop
2. Should Cardinal Roche be believed about the Latin Mass? – Michael Haynes at Per Mariam. . .
3. Top-14 Catholic Sites – A Treasure To Be Shared
4. Are These Catholics, All in Communion w/Leo, Unified in Their Style of Liturgy – Fr. McDonald
5. A Message for Fr. Paul Fliss of Wisconsin, Who Thinks T.L.M.ers are ‘Underdeveloped’ – Dad29
6. The Massachusetts Bishops’ Polite Collapse – Philip E. Lawler, Ph.D., at Catholic Culture
7. Which Is It John-Henry Westen: Is Leo a Pope or an Antipope? – S. O’Reilly at Roma Locuta Est
8. Fr. James Martin to Lead L.G.B.T.Q. Catholic History Pilgrimage in New York City – Com Clergy
9. Learning How to Adore God Like a Saint – Dawn Marie Beutner at Becoming Saints
10. Fauci, the Science, & the Church – Philip F. Lawler, Ph.D., at Catholic Culture

Honorable Mentioned:
Glorias – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
The Current State of Spiritual Warfare: Are We Winning? – Trey Duncan at Catholic Stand Magaz
Charlie Kirk Recieved a Catholic Funeral Mass inside a Catholic Church – Bree Solstad

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Fire Swept Through Twice: Story Behind Crucifix Photo Everyone’s Talking About – Church Pop
Learning How to Adore God Like a Saint – Dawn Marie Beutner at Becoming Saints
The Current State of Spiritual Warfare: Are We Winning? – Trey Duncan at Catholic Stand Magaz

August is the Month of the Immaculate Heart of Mary:
Month of the Immaculate Heart – Catholic Culture

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
This Is Leo’s Prayer Intention for the Month of August – Francesca Pollio Fenton at EWTN News

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Around the Catholic Blogosphere:
Parents Lose Custody of Gender-Confused Child – Matthew Archbold at Creative Minority Report
New Fundamental Law of Vatic. City State, Swapping Francis’ ’23 Version (English) – Rorate Cæli
Strange Fruit: The Secret Vatican-China Deal – Prayerful Posse via The American Catholic
W.D.T.P.R.S.: 18th Ordinary (Novus Ordo) Sunday: Cold Reality – Fr. Z’s Blog
St. Alphonsus Liguori – August 1 – Amy Welborn at Charlotte Was Both
New Liturgical Movement’s Twenty-First Anniversary – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Mov
Six-Step Method for Passing on Your Faith & Culture to the Next Generation – Heritage Standard
Ceuta & Its Connection to the St. Vincent Panels – Catch Light
Are These Catholics, All in Communion with Leo, Unified in Their Style of Liturgy – Fr. McDonald
A Message for Fr. Paul Fliss of Wisconsin, Who Thinks T.L.M.ers are ‘Underdeveloped’ – Dad29
Should Cardinal Roche be believed about the Latin Mass? – Michael Haynes at Per Mariam. . .
Top-14 Catholic Sites – A Treasure To Be Shared
Which Is It John-Henry Westen: Is Leo a Pope or an Antipope? – S. O’Reilly at Roma Locuta Est
Fr. James Martin to Lead L.G.B.T.Q. Catholic History Pilgrimage in New York City – Compl Clergy
Glorias – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Catholic Media:
What Is the Apostolic Signatura? Archb. Cordileone’s New Vatican Position Explained – The Reg
Catholic Liturgical Living Guide for August – Becky Roach at Catholic Link
Scottish Bishop Excommunicates Rector of Redemptorists After Illicit Ordination – EWTN News
Our New Website Is Live! – Kathleen N. Hattrup at Aleteia
Video: Where the Mass is Found in Scripture – Scott Hahn at St. Paul Center
Three Catholic Churches Desecrated in a Single French Archdiocese – Catholic World Report
Listen to Homer, Skip the Movies – Robert L. Kmita, Ph.D., at 1 Peter 5
Polls Show Support for Same-Sex “Marriage” & L.G.B.T. Issues Declining – Catholics For Catholics
Three Key Ways Nolan’s ‘Odyssey’ Is Timelessly Compelling – Dr. Kody W. Cooper at Word On Fire
What Difference Will Britain’s First “Catholic” Prime Minister Make? – Catholic Herald
Fauci, the Science, & the Church – Philip F. Lawler, Ph.D., at Catholic Culture

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Everywhere Else:
‘GG’ Didn’t Want Euthanasia, but Her Doctors Killed Her Anyway – Cassy Cooke at Live Action
Denial Is the Rule: Triple Stabbing in the Name of Allah ‘Psychiatric Disorder’ – The Europ Cons

Top-10 News Stories from Yesterday’s Friday Edition:
1. Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone Corrects Cardinal Roche Over T.L.M. – Fr. Allan J. McDonald
2. Charlie Kirk Recieved a Catholic Funeral Mass inside a Catholic Church – Bree Solstad
3. The Massachusetts Bishops’ Polite Collapse – Philip E. Lawler, Ph.D., at Catholic Culture
4. More Extraordinary Gaslighting: Cardinal Roche on the T.L.M. Yet Again – Diane Montagna
5. LeoWatch: The Fix is In; Rupnik Protected – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
6. The Lost Sermons of St. Augustine of Hippo Found & Analyzed! – Jimmy Akin at Cathol Answers
7. Is Leo Trying Really Hard to Prevent Card. Marx From Going Into Schism? – Fr. A.J. McDonald
8. Beyond Illusion: What “Yoga” Truly Is – Robert L. Kmita, Ph.D., at Kmita’s Library
9. Ask Father: What’s Your Preferred English Translation of the Bible? – Fr. Z’s Blog
10. Bishop of Providence Going on a Gay Pride Propaganda Tour – Bree Solstad

Honorable Mentioned:
Anthony Fauci & Lukewarm Catholicism – Matthew Becklo at Catholic World Report
Honolulu’s New Bishop in ‘Awe’ That God Chose Him in His ‘Unworthiness’ – OSV News
Quod Gratis Asseritur, Gratis Negatur: Banning the T.L.M. with No Reason. . . – Fr. Z’s Blog

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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
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Helping You Build a Better Wardrobe – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist
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A U.S. Senate Candidate Converted to Islam to Avoid Criticism for Shagging His Cousin – TACath
Video: Curious About the Roman Cult of Mithras – Religion For Breakfast

Et Cætera. . . Other Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
John Byrne Returns to X-Men, the Superheroes that Made Him Famous, to Say Goodbye – THR

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Top-10 News Stories from Friday’s Edition:
1. Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone Corrects Cardinal Roche Over T.L.M. – Fr. Allan J. McDonald
2. Charlie Kirk Recieved a Catholic Funeral Mass inside a Catholic Church – Bree Solstad
3. More Extraordinary Gaslighting: Cardinal Roche on the T.L.M. Yet Again – Diane Montagna
4. LeoWatch: The Fix is In; Rupnik Protected – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
5. The Massachusetts Bishops’ Polite Collapse – Philip E. Lawler, Ph.D., at Catholic Culture
6. The Lost Sermons of St. Augustine of Hippo Found & Analyzed! – Jimmy Akin at Cathol Answers
7. Is Leo Trying Really Hard to Prevent Card. Marx From Going Into Schism? – Fr. A.J. McDonald
8. Ask Father: What’s Your Preferred English Translation of the Bible? – Fr. Z’s Blog
9. Beyond Illusion: What “Yoga” Truly Is – Robert L. Kmita, Ph.D., at Kmita’s Library
10. Honolulu’s New Bishop in ‘Awe’ That God Chose Him in His ‘Unworthiness’ – OSV News

Honorable Mentioned:
Quod Gratis Asseritur, Gratis Negatur: Banning the T.L.M. with No Reason. . . – Fr. Z’s Blog
Anthony Fauci & Lukewarm Catholicism – Matthew Becklo at Catholic World Report
Sometimes Tolerance Means Making Children Cry – Mt. Archbold at Creative Minority Report

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Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
A Little Sister’s Great Mission: The Legacy of Mother Maria Stieren – Ed Pentin at NC Register
The Lost Sermons of St. Augustine of Hippo Found & Analyzed! – Jimmy Akin at Catholic Answers
Honolulu’s New Bishop in ‘Awe’ That God Chose Him in His ‘Unworthiness’ – OSV News

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
Pope Leo XIV’s Itinerary for the Rest of 2026 – Rome Reports
Pope Leo XIV Issues New Constitution for Vatican City State – Catholic World Report
Is Leo Trying Really Hard to Prevent Card. Marx From Going Into Schism? – Fr. A.J. McDonald

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Around the Catholic Blogosphere:
Modern Reform: A Cure for Which There Is No Disease – Fr. Matthew Solomon at Oriens Journal
A Must Read! Great History of Liberal Heterodoxy in the Archd. of Baltimore – Fr. A.J. McDonald
The Sunday Readings & Catholic Doctrine for August 2026 – Marty Dybicz at Catholic Stand Mag
Pope Leo will Not Restore Latin Mass Permissions, Cardinal Roche Says – Taylor R. Marshall, Ph.D.
St. Francis of Assisi: The Gospel Way of Life – David Torkington at Catholic Stand Magazine
Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone Corrects Cardinal Roche Over T.L.M. – Fr. Allan J. McDonald
Charlie Kirk Recieved a Catholic Funeral Mass inside a Catholic Church – Bree Solstad
More Extraordinary Gaslighting: Cardinal Roche on the T.L.M. Yet Again – Diane Montagna
LeoWatch: The Fix is In; Rupnik Protected – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Bishop of Providence Going on a Gay Pride Propaganda Tour – Bree Solstad
Ask Father: What’s Your Preferred English Translation of the Bible? – Fr. Z’s Blog
Beyond Illusion: What “Yoga” Truly Is – Robert L. Kmita, Ph.D., at Kmita’s Library
Quod Gratis Asseritur, Gratis Negatur: Banning the T.L.M. with No Reason. . . – Fr. Z’s Blog
Sometimes Tolerance Means Making Children Cry – Mt. Archbold at Creative Minority Report

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Catholic Media:
Hammers & Sickles Coming Soon to a Town Near You – Fr. John A. Perricone at Crisis Magazine
“Shrinking” Vocations: The McGrath Report on Seminary Reform – Eamonn Clark, S.T.L., at CC
Archb. Cordileone Discusses Future of T.L.M. Restrictions, Wants ‘Easier Access’ – EWTN News
How a Philly Priest Used A.I. & LeBron James to Fill the Pews – Alyssa Murphy at Church Pop
St. Ignatius of Loyola: Madman or Militant Monk? – Sean Fitzpatrick at Catholic Exchange

Video: Who Can Interpret the Bible? – John Bergsma at St. Paul Center
Announcing the Winners of the 2026 Jane Greer Memorial Poetry Contest – Dappled Things

The Massachusetts Bishops’ Polite Collapse – Philip E. Lawler, Ph.D., at Catholic Culture
Anthony Fauci & Lukewarm Catholicism – Matthew Becklo at Catholic World Report

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Everywhere Else:
‘Insulted’ Mom Yanks Kids From School After Pride Video Shown Without Notice – California Post
Rallies Planned for Upcoming Fever Games After Sophie Cunningham-Storm Drama – NY Post
The Left Can’t Erase Moms & Dads Despite How Hard They Try – Josh Wood at The Federalist
Do Step-Parents Matter? – Nick Spencer at Them Before Us

Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
A Raw Broadside against the Hypocrisy of America’s Elite Universities – E.J. Prince at Chronicles

Top-10 News Stories from Yesterday’s Thursday Edition:
1. Does It Feel to You as if Something Is Building to an Explosive Point? – Fr. Z’s Blog
2. Overnight, Funeral Rites Got Corrupted Until These Became Normal – Fr. Allan J. McDonald
3. Ross Douthat Leaves, Joins 60 Minutes – Peter J. Wolfgang, J.D., at Catholic Culture
4. The Catholic Left in a Nutshell – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
5. The Questions the Providence Diocese Would Not Answer – Lepanto Institute
6. I Guess the Science Wasn’t Settled – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
7. Rhode Isl. Shooting Suspect Was Recipient of Miraculous Healing Decreed by Vatican – CWR
8. Nolan’s Odyssey – Or Why Conservatism Will Always Lose – Dave Griffey at Daffey Thoughts
9. Divine Worsh. Prefect Roche: Leo Won’t Change Traditionis or Go Back to Summorum – R Cæli
10. Video: Demonic Pagan Worship In Cathedr. Scandalizes Catholics Everywhere – A. Stine, Ph.D.

Honorable Mentioned:
The Lebron James Mass Photo Was Fake, Priest Who Posted It Has No Regrets – Zelda Caldwell
‘My Family were Both Slaves & Slaveowners’ Pope Leo – Catholic Arena
The Worst Kind of Catholic Politician – Edward Barrett-Shortt at Catholic Herald
Pope Leo Speaks on Being American & When He’ll Visit the United States – Angelus News

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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
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Helping You Build a Better Wardrobe – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist
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Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical & Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
For Americans Who Think It Can’t Happen Here – D.R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Fails Every Time It Is Tried – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Yes on the A.M. Radio in Every Vehicle Act – Star Parker at Townhall
Poland, the Knight of Nations – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Canaries in the Mine: Jews Fleeing Canada Due to Anti-Semitic Violence – The Americ Catholic
Rare Ceiling Fresco f/Pompeii; Archaeologists Reassembling Like a Puzzle – Smithsonian

Et Cætera. . . Other Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
Uber Drivers Reveal Rider Red Flags-They Reject Trips; Habits that Tank Ratings – Travel + Leis
Lest We Forget – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
12 Essential Drinks that Offer a Sip of American History – Shannon Mustipher at Saveur

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