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VVEDNESDAY EDITION

Robert Edwards 9 September AD 2026 12:01 am

MORNING ROVNDVP:

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Shawn Ryan Announces New YouTube Bible Series with CardBurke – Catholics For Catholics
The Latin Mass Is Growing in Steubenville – John Byron Kuhner
The Stunning Basilica of San Juan de Dios in Granada, Spain – Liturgical Arts Journal

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
Pope Leo XIV Appoints Coadjutor Bishop for Puerto Rico’s Youngest Diocese – EWTN News
From Normandy to Monaco: Pope Leo XIV’s French Roots – I.Media via Aleteia
Why Pope Leo XIV Keeps Coming Back to Our Lady of Good Counsel – Rome Reports

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Around the Catholic Blogosphere:
Priest Suspended From Catholic College for Catholic Integralism – Taylor R. Marshall, Ph.D.
A Pinched Nerve in the Body of Christ – Nathan Krupa at Catholic Stand Magazine
Pro-Abortionists Disrupt Catholic Mass at Westminster Cathedral – Catholics For Catholics
LeoWatch: Lucy & the Football – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
What Does The Prayer (Hymn) Really Say? Ave Maris Stella (Feasts of the B.V.M.) – Fr. Z’s Blog
Liturgical Notes on the Nativity of the Virgin Mary – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturg Movem
Video: Latin, Gregorian Chant, & Vatican II: What Did the Council Actually Say? – Prayerf Posse
Video: Ayahuasca P.T.S.D. Trap: Catholic Warning on Psychedelics Destroying Faith – J. Romero
The Nativity of Mary: Like the Dawn – Fr. John Zuhlsdorf at Father Z’s Substack
Erfurt Diocese Hosts Ecumenical Clown Drag Rainbow Mass at St. Severi Church – Hiraeth In Ex
Leo’s Personal Sec Was Disciple of Lute, Priest f/Chiclayo Accused of Sex Abuse – Compl Clergy

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Catholic Media:
New Report: 3K+ Christians Killed in Nigeria in Just Eight Months in 2026 – Cath World Report
Vatican Unveils New Synodal Proposals: Laity to Participate in Bishops’ Ad Limina Visits – Zenit
Catholics, Can We Discuss the ‘Nod of Peace’? – Zelda Caldwell at National Catholic Register
Video: Where Mary’s Birthday Actually Came From – Joe McLane at A Catholic Take
The German Bishops’ Outcry; the U.S. Bishops’ Silence – Philip F. Lawler, Ph.D., at Catholic Culture
The Evil of Anger: Gloria Steinem’s Abortion – Robert B. Greving, J.D., at Crisis Magazine
First Catholic Church in the Colonies: St. Mary’s Chapel – The Institute for Sacred Architecture
Fio: The “Catholic Spotify” With Your Next Great Listen – Theresa Civantos Barber at Aleteia
Is There a Catholic Way to Read the Bible? – James Keating at The Fourth Watch

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Everywhere Else:
Video: The Catholic Education Fund – A New Way To Fund Catholic Schools – The LoopCast
Study: Traditional Liturgical Practices Predict Greater Active Participation – N. Lindemann, Ph.D.
Jonathan Cahn’s Encounter with Demon on Plane; Aztecs Were Unspeakably Evil – Rod Dreher
Video: Most Mothers Want to Stay Home – Michael Knowles
10,000 Pro-Lifers Attend March for Life in London – Angeline Tan at Live Action
Lindsay Clancy Strangled Her Kids Because Of “Climate Change” – William M. Briggs, Ph.D.
Unmaking Machiavelli’s Modernity – Casey J. Chalk, M.A., at First Things

Top-10 News Stories from the Tuesday Edition:
1. “Being Beaten by the Pope”: Bishop Schneider Comments on S.S.P.X. & Pope Leo – Kennedy Hall
2. Novus Ordo Confirmation Attire Hits New Low at Medjugorje – Chris Jackson at Hiraeth In Exile
3. Before & After: St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in O’Neill, Nebraska – Liturgical Arts Journal
4. Video: Leo May Have Just Sent A Subtle Message To Bishop Schneider – Anthony P. Stine, Ph.D.
5. German Bishops Terrified By Potential Loss Of Tax Revenues – Complicit Clergy
6. Our Daughter Left Everything to Follow Christ, Then It Was Our Turn to Let Go – T. Polakovic
7. Cardinal Burke: ‘Mary is Co-Redemptrix’ – Michael Haynes at Per Mariam: Mater Dolorosa
8. Fr. Z Corrects & Then Rants What St. Augustine Actually Said – Fr. Z’s Blog
9. Least of These – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
10. The Unraveling of America’s Healthcare System – Dave Griffey at Daffey Thoughts

Honorable Mentioned:
Five Daily Habits That Help You Carry Your Cross with Joy – Scepter Blog
Video: The Protestant Reformation Caused This Abomination. . . – Matt Fradd & Christopher West
Wilmer After AfD Win in Saxony-Anhalt: Grave Fears Become Reality – Lk. Coppen at The Pillar

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How to be Catholic: A Step-by-Step Guide – EWTN News via National Catholic Register
Mass Times for Travel – MassTimes.org
Reverent Catholic Mass – ReverentCatholicMass.com
Douay-Rheims Bible – Douay-Rheims Bible Online
Revised Standard Version – Catholic Edition Bible – EWTN
Haydock Bible Commentary – Haydock Commentary Online
Find a Catholic Charity Anywhere in the World – Catholic Charity Finder
Find a Relic Anywhere in the World – The Relic Project
Continuous Updates of Attacks Worldwide Against Christians – Christianophobie.fr
Catholic Prophecy Encyclopedia – Prophetical.org
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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 (Australia) – Diocese of Parramatta
Novus Ordo Mass (Canada) – Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops
Novus Ordo Mass (Ireland) – Church Support Group

Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical & Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
And We Do Not Want To Be Repaid in Stinky Cheese – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at TACatholic
Correcting the “Expert”, Frank Luntz – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

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TVESDAY EDITION

Robert Edwards 8 September AD 2026 12:01 am

MORNING VPDATE:

Top-10 News Stories from today’s Tuesday Edition:
1. “Being Beaten by the Pope”: Bishop Schneider Comments on S.S.P.X. & Pope Leo – Kennedy Hall
2. Novus Ordo Confirmation Attire Hits New Low at Medjugorje – Chris Jackson at Hiraeth In Exile
3. Before & After: St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in O’Neill, Nebraska – Liturgical Arts Journal
4. Video: Leo May Have Just Sent A Subtle Message To Bishop Schneider – Anthony P. Stine, Ph.D.
5. Cardinal Burke: ‘Mary is Co-Redemptrix’ – Michael Haynes at Per Mariam: Mater Dolorosa
6. Our Daughter Left Everything to Follow Christ, Then It Was Our Turn to Let Go – T. Polakovic
7. German Bishops Terrified By Potential Loss Of Tax Revenues – Complicit Clergy
8. Fr. Z Corrects & Then Rants What St. Augustine Actually Said – Fr. Z’s Blog
9. Least of These – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
10. The Unraveling of America’s Healthcare System – Dave Griffey at Daffey Thoughts

Honorable Mentioned:
Who I Am, What I Do, Where My Glasses Are – Dorian Speed at Scrutinies
Wilmer After AfD Win in Saxony-Anhalt: Grave Fears Become Reality – Lk. Coppen at The Pillar
No Contact: Why Families Are Breaking Apart & What It Takes to Repair Them – Noelle Mering
Video: The Protestant Reformation Caused This Abomination. . . – Matt Fradd & Christopher West
Catholic Colleges Tackle A.I. as New Academic Year Begins – Caitlin Bootsma at Aleteia
Five Daily Habits That Help You Carry Your Cross with Joy – Scepter Blog
Five Remedies for Scruples – Fr. William Doyle, S.J., at The WM Review
Miracle of the Rainbow – Deacon Steve Greco at Catholic Stand Magazine

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MORNING ROVNDVP:

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Before & After: St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in O’Neill, Nebraska – Liturgical Arts Journal
Our Daughter Left Everything to Follow Christ, Then It Was Our Turn to Let Go – Terry Polakovic
Miracle of the Rainbow – Deacon Steve Greco at Catholic Stand Magazine

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Around the Catholic Blogosphere:
Persecution & Censorship of Conservative Priest & Prof in Austrian Cath College – Rorate Cæli
Why Did Vatican II Declare Religious Freedom? – Rory Fox at Catholic Stand Magazine
Video: 700 People Showed Up to a Catholic Event in the Bible Belt. . . Here’s Why – Chris Stefanik
Satire: Transalpine Redemptorists vs. Cisalpine Redemptorists vs. Nonal. . . – The Daily Anathema
Britain at the Crossroads – Faith or Fracture? – Gavin R.P. Ashenden, Ph.D., at New English Cathol
Video: Minions Movie: Hollywood’s Controlled Degeneracy & Occult Mind Control – Jesse Romero
“Being Beaten by the Pope”: Bishop Schneider Comments on S.S.P.X. & Pope Leo – Kennedy Hall
Novus Ordo Confirmation Attire Hits New Low at Medjugorje – Chris Jackson at Hiraeth In Exile
Video: Leo May Have Just Sent A Subtle Message To Bishop Schneider – Anthony P. Stine, Ph.D.
Cardinal Burke: ‘Mary is Co-Redemptrix’ – Michael Haynes at Per Mariam: Mater Dolorosa
German Bishops Terrified By Potential Loss Of Tax Revenues – Complicit Clergy
Fr. Z Corrects & Then Rants What St. Augustine Actually Said – Fr. Z’s Blog
Least of These – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
The Unraveling of America’s Healthcare System – Dave Griffey at Daffey Thoughts
Who I Am, What I Do, Where My Glasses Are – Dorian Speed at Scrutinies
Wilmer After AfD Win in Saxony-Anhalt: Grave Fears Become Reality – Lk. Coppen at The Pillar
No Contact: Why Families Are Breaking Apart & What It Takes to Repair Them – Noelle Mering
Five Remedies for Scruples – Fr. William Doyle, S.J., at The WM Review

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Catholic Media:
‘The Bible in a Year’ Podcast Is Back — This Time for the Whole Family – Catholic World Report
Opus Dei Responds to Bishop & Torreciudad Case: We Didn’t Steal the Virgin Mary – Zenit
Barbastro Bishop to Resign if Opus Dei Doesn’t Return Our Lady of Torreciudad – Rome Reports
Video: Catholicism in England – Wyatt Goolsby Interviews Joseph Pearce at GRN Online
Catholic Colleges Tackle A.I. as New Academic Year Begins – Caitlin Bootsma at Aleteia
Five Daily Habits That Help You Carry Your Cross with Joy – Scepter Blog

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Everywhere Else:
The Questions We Must Ask About Islam – Shmuel Klatzkin at The American Spectator
Why the AfD Wins – Christopher Caldwell at First Things
N.J. Teen Had Vision of Virgin Mary Before His Tumor Miraculously Shrank – New York Post
Lindsay Clancy Case: False Choice bt Individual Responsibility & Social Conditions – R.M. Phillips
Liberal Education Worthy of the Name – Daniel J. Mahoney at Law & Liberty
Video: The Protestant Reformation Caused This Abomination. . . – Matt Fradd & Christopher West

Top-10 News Stories from the Monday Edition:
1. “We Therefore Are the Bowels of the Church. . .”, We’re. . . What, Again? – Fr. Z’s Blog
2. Gloria Steinem Made a Poor Trade – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
3. Why So Many Women Are Converting to Catholicism – E. Andersen at Religion News Service
4. John-Henry Westen Airs Yet Another Neo-Sedevacantist Theory – S. O’Reilly at Roma Locuta Est
5. X: Do You Think There are Enough Extra-Ordinary Eucharistic Ministers? – Crisis Magazine
6. Did Mary Appear at Fr. Mark Beard’s Retreat Ctr? Pics from Chatawa, MS – Scott Smith, Esq.
7. Popular Agnostic YouTuber Converts to Catholicism – Mt. Archbold at Creative Minority Report
8. Lindsay Clancy Trial: An Indictment of Our Legal System – David Martin at The Daily Knight
9. Six Forgotten Rooms that Deserve a Comeback – Anna Logan at Country Living
10. Catholicism Always Wins In The End – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

Honorable Mentioned:
Ahead of ‘Amoris’ Meeting, Plans Uncertain – Edgar Beltran at The Pillar
First Look: Ignatius R.S.V.-2C.E. Note-Taking & Journaling Bible 2.0 – Catholic Bible Talk
An Often Overlooked Argument Against Sola Fide – Ecclesia Antiqua
5 Most Popular Women Saints in the Church – Brother Joseph Freyaldenhoven at Cath Stand Mag

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

MONDAY EDITION

Robert Edwards 7 September AD 2026 7:01 am

AFTERNOON VPDATE:

Top-10 News Stories from today’s Monday Edition:
1. “We Therefore Are the Bowels of the Church. . .”, We’re. . . What, Again? – Fr. Z’s Blog
2. Gloria Steinem Made a Poor Trade – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
3. Why So Many Women Are Converting to Catholicism – E. Andersen at Religion News Service
4. Lindsay Clancy Trial: An Indictment of Our Legal System – David Martin at The Daily Knight
5. Did Mary Appear at Fr. Mark Beard’s Retreat Ctr? Pics from Chatawa, MS – Scott Smith, Esq.
6. Catholicism Always Wins In The End – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
7. John-Henry Westen Airs Yet Another Neo-Sedevacantist Theory – S. O’Reilly at Roma Locuta Est
8. X: Do You Think There are Enough Extra-Ordinary Eucharistic Ministers? – Crisis Magazine
9. Popular Agnostic YouTuber Converts to Catholicism – Mt. Archbold at Creative Minority Report
10. First Look: Ignatius R.S.V.-2C.E. Note-Taking & Journaling Bible 2.0 – Catholic Bible Talk

Honorable Mentioned:
Six Forgotten Rooms that Deserve a Comeback – Anna Logan at Country Living
Ahead of ‘Amoris’ Meeting, Plans Uncertain – Edgar Beltran at The Pillar
Video: Satan’s Grip Exposed: The Lindsay Clancy Murders & Demonic Influence – Jesse Romero
An Often Overlooked Argument Against Sola Fide – Ecclesia Antiqua
5 Most Popular Women Saints in the Church – Brother Joseph Freyaldenhoven at Cath Stand Mag
Why I Don’t Use the Eliakim-Peter Typology (Isaiah 22) – Erick Ybarra
Rot Goes Deep: Stockholm Dioc Holds Ruling that Priest’s Suspension Invalid – D. Montagna
Ten Favorite Catholic Magazines Now in Print – Theresa Civantos Barber at Aleteia
Pope Leo: How to Respond to the Civilization of Death? – Andrea Gagliarducci at Monday Vatican

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MORNING ROVNDVP:

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Podcast: Are You Having a ‘Nun Girl Summer?’ – Damian Thompson & Margaret Mitchell
Why So Many Women Are Converting to Catholicism – Ericka Andersen at Religion News Service
First Look: Ignatius R.S.V.-2C.E. Note-Taking & Journaling Bible 2.0 – Catholic Bible Talk

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Around the Catholic Blogosphere:
The Office of Compline, Ordinariate Rite – Gavin R.P. Ashenden, Ph.D., at New English Catholic
A Practical Guide to Improving One’s Speech – Robert W. Keim, Ph.D., at Poetic Knowledge
Is Vincent R. Capodanno a Saint? – Dawn Marie Beutner at Becoming Saints
St. Ambrose on the Necessity of the Pope for Catholic Communion – Eternal Christendom
Miracles of St. Clare of Assisi – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Movement
The Dignity of Work – Fr. Christopher G. Phillips at A Pilgrim’s Journey
“We Therefore Are the Bowels of the Church. . .”, We’re. . . What, Again? – Fr. Z’s Blog
Gloria Steinem Made a Poor Trade – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Lindsay Clancy Trial: An Indictment of Our Legal System – David Martin at The Daily Knight
Did Mary Appear at Fr. Mark Beard’s Retreat Ctr? Pics from Chatawa, MS – Scott Smith, Esq.
Catholicism Always Wins In The End – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
John-Henry Westen Airs Yet Another Neo-Sedevacantist Theory – S. O’Reilly at Roma Locuta Est
Popular Agnostic YouTuber Converts to Catholicism – Mt. Archbold at Creative Minority Report
Ahead of ‘Amoris’ Meeting, Plans Uncertain – Edgar Beltran at The Pillar
Video: Satan’s Grip Exposed: The Lindsay Clancy Murders & Demonic Influence – Jesse Romero
An Often Overlooked Argument Against Sola Fide – Ecclesia Antiqua
5 Most Popular Women Saints in the Church – Brother Joseph Freyaldenhoven at Cath Stand Mag
Why I Don’t Use the Eliakim-Peter Typology (Isaiah 22) – Erick Ybarra
Pope Leo: How to Respond to the Civilization of Death? – Andrea Gagliarducci at Monday Vatican

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Catholic Media:
How Often Do Priests Actually Read the Bible? – Fr. Matthew Schneider, L.C., at Indulgences Blog
Divinization As a Model for Active Participation in the Liturgy – Fr. Cassian Edwards, O.S.B.
The Saint Behind the ‘Dark Night’ – Gigi Duncan at National Catholic Register
Intercessory Prayer—Powerful & Challenging – Fr. Nnamdi Moneme, O.M.V., at Catholic Exchange
Video: Discovering the Papacy in the Bible – John S. Bergsma, Ph.D., & Rob Corzine at St. Paul Ctr

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Everywhere Else:
The Real Legacy Of Gloria Steinem – Carrie Gress, Ph.D., at The Daily Wire
Absent Dads Are Bad, So Why Does Designer Fatherlessness Get a Pass? – The Federalist
Are Screens Helping Students Learn? – Lilla Nora Kiss at Minding The Campus
Surrogacy Is the New Slavery – S.A. McCarthy at The American Spectator
Video: Is Saving Sex for Marriage Out Dated? – Matt Fradd & Christopher West at Pints With. . .
Six Forgotten Rooms that Deserve a Comeback – Anna Logan at Country Living

Top-10 News Stories from the Sunday Edition:
1. Ten Favorite Catholic Magazines Now in Print – Theresa Civantos Barber at Aleteia
2. X: Do You Think There are Enough Extra-Ordinary Eucharistic Ministers? – Crisis Magazine
3. Elise Ann Allen to Depart from Crux – Elise Ann Allen at Crux
4. Rot Goes Deep: Stockholm Dioc Holds Ruling that Priest’s Suspension Invalid – D. Montagna
5. Cardinal Sarah & Michaelangelo Both Agree – D.R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
6. LeoWatch: Seventh of Never – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
7. Calvinist Set on Defending Reformation, Turns Catholic: Dr. Dav. Anders – Eternal Christendom
8. Videos of Reenacted Medieval English Liturgies – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Movement
9. W.D.T.P.R.S.: 15th Sun After Pentecost: Church Is Taking on Water, Is She Sinking? – Fr. Z’s Blog
10. Are There Any Surrogacy Sagas That Aren’t Horrendous? – Amy Welborn at Charlotte Was. . .

Honorable Mentioned:
Prayerfull Posse: Rupture or Reform, the Mass after Vatican II – The American Catholic
The Priests: The Irish Trio Bringing Sacred Music to the World – D.L. Marina at EWTN News
Classical Education Has a Machiavelli Problem – Classical Education Review

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

Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical & Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The Sons of Martha – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Canadians, Future Americans – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

SVNDAY EDITION

Robert Edwards 6 September AD 2026 3:53 pm

EVENING VPDATE:

Top-10 News Stories from the Sunday Edition:
1. Ten Favorite Catholic Magazines Now in Print – Theresa Civantos Barber at Aleteia
2. Elise Ann Allen to Depart from Crux – Elise Ann Allen at Crux
3. Cardinal Sarah & Michaelangelo Both Agree – D.R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
4. X: Do You Think There are Enough Extra-Ordinary Eucharistic Ministers? – Crisis Magazine
5. Videos of Reenacted Medieval English Liturgies – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Movement
6. W.D.T.P.R.S.: 15th Sun After Pentecost: Church Is Taking on Water, Is She Sinking? – Fr. Z’s Blog
7. LeoWatch: Seventh of Never – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
8. Rot Goes Deep: Stockholm Dioc Holds Ruling that Priest’s Suspension Invalid – D. Montagna
9. The Priests: The Irish Trio Bringing Sacred Music to the World – D.L. Marina at EWTN News
10. Are There Any Surrogacy Sagas That Aren’t Horrendous? – Amy Welborn at Charlotte Was. . .

Honorable Mentioned:
Calvinist Set on Justifying Reformation, Became Catholic: Dr. David Anders – Eternal Christendom
Prayerfull Posse: Rupture or Reform, the Mass after Vatican II – The American Catholic
Conscience Is Not Just About Feelings – J. Budziszewski, Ph.D., at The Underground Thomist
The Obligation of Clear, Compassionate Correction of the Sinner – Msgr. Charles Pope
Catholics Engage in Spiritual Denial: Will Abuse Victims Ever See Justice? – Captain G.T. Gomulka
Record Mass Attendance at Ohio State – Hannah Hail at The Columbus Catholic Times
Classical Education Has a Machiavelli Problem – Classical Education Review

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AFTERNOON ROVNDVP:

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Ten Favorite Catholic Magazines Now in Print – Theresa Civantos Barber at Aleteia
Videos of Reenacted Medieval English Liturgies – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Movement
The Priests: The Irish Trio Bringing Sacred Music to the World – Diego L. Marina at EWTN News

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Around the Catholic Blogosphere:
Olivier Clement: Everyone Knew that Rome had Universal Auctoritas – Erick Ybarra
Padre Pio on How to Cultivate True Humility – Mary O’Regan at Mary’s Blog
And With Your Spirit: 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time – Fr. John Zuhlsdorf at Father Z’s Substack
Is the Vatican Complicit in Persecution of China’s Catholics? – Michael Haynes at Per Mariam. . .
Rainbows & Dolphins: How God’s Miracles Touch Us – Deacon Steve Greco at Catholic Stand Mag
Sunday Readings & Catholic Doctrine for Sep 2026 – Marty Dybicz at Catholic Stand Magazine
Video: Our Lady of Sorrows, Explained! – Gabi After Hours
Robert Cardinal Sarah & Michaelangelo Both Agree – D.R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
W.D.T.P.R.S.: 15th Sun After Pentecost: Church Is Taking on Water, Is She Sinking? – Fr. Z’s Blog
LeoWatch: Seventh of Never – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Rot Goes Deep: Stockholm Dioc Withholds Ruling that Priest’s Suspension Invalid – D. Montagna
Are There Any Surrogacy Sagas That Aren’t Horrendous? – Amy Welborn at Charlotte Was Both
Calvinist Set on Justifying Reformation, Became Catholic: Dr. David Anders – Eternal Christendom
Prayerfull Posse: Rupture or Reform, the Mass after Vatican II – The American Catholic
Conscience Is Not Just About Feelings – J. Budziszewski, Ph.D., at The Underground Thomist
The Obligation of Clear, Compassionate Correction of the Sinner – Msgr. Charles Pope
Catholics Engage in Spiritual Denial: Will Abuse Victims Ever See Justice? – Captain G.T. Gomulka

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Catholic Media:
Her Faith Went Viral: Her Premature Twins Survived & Kept Promise to Visit St. Francis – Ch Pop
Lessons from St. Teresa of Avila on Gossip – Constance T. Hull at Catholic Exchange
The Dangerous Journey Home for Christian Communities in Southern Lebanon – NC Register
Elise Ann Allen to Depart from Crux – Elise Ann Allen at Crux
X: Do You Think There are Enough Extra-Ordinary Eucharistic Ministers? – Crisis Magazine
Record Mass Attendance at Ohio State – Hannah Hail at The Columbus Catholic Times

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Everywhere Else:
Defending James Orr – Rod Dreher at Rod Dreher’s Diary
Signs of a Religious Revival Gaining Momentum in Academia – Mary Eberstadt at National Review
Joe Lonsdale Has a Different Answer to America’s Homelessness Crisis – The American Spectator
The Medina ‘Constitution’ & the Myth of Islam’s Democratic Origins – Fr. Mario Alexis Portella
The Catholic Church Has Turned on the Faithful – Jane Stannus at The Spectator
Classical Education Has a Machiavelli Problem – Classical Education Review

Top-10 News Stories from the Friday Edition:
1. Leo Appoints Palánki to the Episcopate That Set Limits on Fiducia Supplicans – InfoVaticana
2. The Treasure the Jesuits Squandered – Philip F. Lawler, Ph.D., at Catholic Culture
3. The Price of My Mother’s “Happiness” – Them Before Us
4. LeoWatch: As a Pig Does About Penance – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
5. His Whole Life was Lived Amidst Love, None of Us can Ask for More – The American Catholic
6. The Fake Lucia Hypothesis: Unveiling the Truth – Kevin J. Symonds, M.A., at 1 Peter 5
7. On the Legitimacy of the Novus Ordo Missæ: A Legitimate Question? – Francois Savy via R Cæli
8. St. Teresa of Avila’s “Prayer to Redeem Lost Time” & the Purification of Memory – Fr. Z’s Blog
9. Extraordinary Historical Documents Prove the Eucharist Is a Sacrifice – Catholic Answers Mag
10. LifeSiteNews: An Autopsy – Eamonn Clark, S.T.L., at Catholic Culture

Honorable Mentioned:
What to Make Of Pope Leo’s Eastern Canonical Reform – Ed. Condon & J.D. Flynn at The Pillar
Rekindling Romance in Your Marriage: Ten Fun Date Ideas – Patrick O’Hearn at Catholic Exchange
England’s Historic Cathedrals Turned into Pop Concerts & Silent Discos – Edward Pentin

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

Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical & Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Jesus Wept – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
The Trump Coin Celebrates the 250th Birthday of the Country – Donald R. McClarey, J.D.

FRIDAY EDITION

Robert Edwards 4 September AD 2026 12:01 am

LATE-MORNING VPDATE:

Top-10 News Stories from Today’s Friday Edition:
1. Leo Appoints Palánki to the Episcopate That Set Limits on Fiducia Supplicans – InfoVaticana
2. On the Legitimacy of the Novus Ordo Missæ: A Legitimate Question? – Francois Savy via R Cæli
3. The Treasure the Jesuits Squandered – Philip F. Lawler, Ph.D., at Catholic Culture
4. His Whole Life was Lived Amidst Love, None of Us can Ask for More – The American Catholic
5. LeoWatch: As a Pig Does About Penance – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
6. The Price of My Mother’s “Happiness” – Them Before Us
7. St. Teresa of Avila’s “Prayer to Redeem Lost Time” & the Purification of Memory – Fr. Z’s Blog
8. The Fake Lucia Hypothesis: Unveiling the Truth – Kevin J. Symonds, M.A., at 1 Peter 5
9. Extraordinary Historical Documents Prove the Eucharist Is a Sacrifice – Catholic Answers Mag
10. What to Make Of Pope Leo’s Eastern Canonical Reform – Ed. Condon & J.D. Flynn at The Pillar

Honorable Mentioned:
Vatican Grottos Altar at the Tomb of St. Peter; Sepulcrum Sancti Petri Apostoli – Litur Arts Journ
England’s Historic Cathedrals Turned into Pop Concerts & Silent Discos – Edward Pentin
China Pressured a U.S. Cath Gp to Censor Its Keynote Speaker, They Complied – Zelda Caldwell
Rekindling Romance in Your Marriage: Ten Fun Date Ideas – Patrick O’Hearn at Catholic Exchange
A Drinking Song in Honor of St. Germanus, by Hilaire Belloc – Gregory DiPippo at New Lit Mov
LifeSiteNews: An Autopsy – Eamonn Clark, S.T.L., at Catholic Culture
Cenotaphs: Memorials & Signs of Hope After a Violent Death – Catholic World Report

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Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
Pope Leo Appoints Palánki to the Episcopate That Set Limits on Fiducia Supplicans – InfoVaticana

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Around the Catholic Blogosphere:
What Does The Prayer (Hymn) Really Say? Iesu Redemptor Omnium – Fr. Z’s Blog
The Vatican & Beijing’s Long Term Bets Against Each Other – Ed. Condon at The Pillar
St. Francis of Assisi – The Desire for Martyrdom – David Torkington at Catholic Stand Magazine
A ‘Roman’ Pianeta from Atelier LAVS – Shawn R. Tribe at Liturgical Arts Journal
On the Legitimacy of the Novus Ordo Missæ: A Legitimate Question? – Francois Savy via Ror Cæli
His Whole Life was Lived Amidst Love, None of Us can Ask for More – The American Catholic
LeoWatch: As a Pig Does About Penance – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
St. Teresa of Avila’s “Prayer to Redeem Lost Time” & the Purification of Memory – Fr. Z’s Blog
What to Make Of Pope Leo XIV’s Eastern Canonical Reform – Ed. Condon & J.D. Flynn at The Pillar
Vatican Grottos Altar at the Tomb of St. Peter; Sepulcrum Sancti Petri Apostoli – Litur Arts Journ
A Drinking Song in Honor of St. Germanus, by Hilaire Belloc – Gregory DiPippo at New Lit Mov

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Catholic Media:
The Devil Never Takes a Day Off: On Speaking Well & How to Judge – Catholic Exchange
Higher Education Manufactured the Perfect D.E.I. Martyr – Matthew R. Petrusek, Ph.D., at WOF
The European Union is Pressuring Andorra to Adopt Aborting Babies – Donald T. DeMarco, Ph.D.
E.W.T.N. News Explains: Why Does the Catholic Church Oppose Surrogacy? – EWTN News
Hope for Broken Marriages: One Couple’s Story – Diego Lopez Marina at EWTN News
Video: Secular Society is Making Us Lonely – Brian Holdsworth
The Treasure the Jesuits Squandered – Philip F. Lawler, Ph.D., at Catholic Culture
The Fake Lucia Hypothesis: Unveiling the Truth – Kevin J. Symonds, M.A., at 1 Peter 5
Extraordinary Historical Documents Prove the Eucharist Is a Sacrifice – Catholic Answers Magaz
England’s Historic Cathedrals Turned into Pop Concerts & Silent Discos – Edward Pentin
China Pressured a U.S. Cath Gp to Censor Its Keynote Speaker, They Complied – Zelda Caldwell
Rekindling Romance in Your Marriage: Ten Fun Date Ideas – Patrick O’Hearn at Catholic Exchange
Cenotaphs: Memorials & Signs of Hope After a Violent Death – Catholic World Report

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Everywhere Else:
The Literacy Gap Is Following Gen-Z to College – Jatika Hudson at The EDU Ledger
U.S.D.A. Approves Bioengineered American Chestnut Tree; May Bring Them the Brink – Reason
Video: 7 Arguments Against God’s Existence Destroyed – Matt Fradd with Joe Schmid at PWA
The Price of My Mother’s “Happiness” – Them Before Us

Top-10 News Stories from the Thursday Edition:
1. LifeSiteNews: An Autopsy – Eamonn Clark, S.T.L., at Catholic Culture
2. You’re Now Just Noticing No One Knows How to Celebrate the Bugnini Mass – Fr. A.J. McDonald
3. Never Let the Liturgical Orcs Win – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
4. Learning to Speak the Language of Madness – Daniel L. Edmunds, Ed.D., at Catholic Stand Mag
5. Roman Catholicism Doesn’t Exist the Way You May Think It Does – Shane Schaetzel at RCC
6. Making Sense of the Surreal Support for Lindsay Clancy – Anne B. Hendershott, Ph.D.
7. The Tabernacle Debate Is Front & Center – John M. Grondelski, Ph.D., at Crisis Magazine
8. Second German Bishop in Two Weeks Resigns, Citing ‘Toll of Office’ – Luke Coppen at The Pillar
9. “Build Me a Grave Beside the Sea”: Anniversary of Death of J.R.R. Tolkien – Father Z’s Substack
10. Our Lady of Sorrows – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

Honorable Mentioned:
Video: Mel Gibson Exclusive Resurrection of the Christ Prev; Power of the Passion – Ray. Arroyo
Before & After (Antependia Edition) with Penson Ecclesiastical Arts – Liturgical Arts Journal
The Zoomerwaffen & Forgetting – Rod Dreher at Rod Dreher’s Diary

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The Late Unpleasantness – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

THVRSDAY EDITION

Robert Edwards 3 September AD 2026 12:01 am

MORNING VPDATE:

Top-10 News Stories for the Thursday Edition:
1. You’re Now Just Noticing No One Knows How to Celebrate the Bugnini Mass – Fr. A.J. McDonald
2. LifeSiteNews: An Autopsy – Eamonn Clark, S.T.L., at Catholic Culture
3. Never Let the Liturgical Orcs Win – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
4. Learning to Speak the Language of Madness – Daniel L. Edmunds, Ed.D., at Catholic Stand Mag
5. Before & After (Antependia Edition) with Penson Ecclesiastical Arts – Liturgical Arts Journal
6. Second German Bishop in Two Weeks Resigns, Citing ‘Toll of Office’ – Luke Coppen at The Pillar
7. Video: Mel Gibson Exclusive Resurrection of the Christ Prev; Power of the Passion – Ray. Arroyo
8. Our Lady of Sorrows – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
9. Roman Catholicism Doesn’t Exist the Way You May Think It Does – Shane Schaetzel at RCC
10. “Build Me a Grave Beside the Sea”: Anniversary of Death of J.R.R. Tolkien – Father Z’s Substack

Honorable Mentioned:
Making Sense of the Surreal Support for Lindsay Clancy – Anne B. Hendershott, Ph.D.
The Tabernacle Debate Is Front & Center – John M. Grondelski, Ph.D., at Crisis Magazine
Judging Your Ancestors – James Chastek, Ph.L., Ph.D., at Just Thomism
A Caution for the Argument from Miracles – Stacy A. Trasancos, Ph.D., at God & Elements
Why Beauty is Bringing Young Catholics Home – John Melnikov at Catholic Exchange
St. Ambrose on the Roman Church as the Source of Communion – Eternal Christendom
The Zoomerwaffen & Forgetting – Rod Dreher at Rod Dreher’s Diary

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Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Video: Liturgy of the Hours Receives First Update in 50+ Years – EWTN News In Depth
Before & After (Antependia Edition) with Penson Ecclesiastical Arts – Liturgical Arts Journal
Why Beauty is Bringing Young Catholics Home – John Melnikov at Catholic Exchange

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Around the Catholic Blogosphere:
Lost Traditions: Papal Court’s Assistants of Princes, Prelates, & the Black Nobility – Rbb. Leusink
Ahhh, the Arts! – Denise Trull at The Inscapist
Pray Like You Breathe – Boniface at Unam Sanctam Catholicam
Roundup of Books on St. Augustine of Hippo – Fr. John Zuhlsdorf at Fr. Z’s Blog
Is Searching Better Than Finding? – J. Budziszewski, Ph.D., at The Underground Thomist
You’re Now Just Noticing That No One Knows How to Celebrate the Bugnini Mass – Fr. McDonald
Never Let the Liturgical Orcs Win – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Video: Mel Gibson Exclusive Resurrection of the Christ Prev; Power of the Passion – Ray. Arroyo
Learning to Speak the Language of Madness – Daniel L. Edmunds, Ed.D., at Catholic Stand Magaz
Our Lady of Sorrows – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Roman Catholicism Doesn’t Exist the Way You May Think It Does – Shane Schaetzel at RCC
“Build Me a Grave Beside the Sea”: Anniversary of Death of J.R.R. Tolkien – Father Z’s Substack
Judging Your Ancestors – James Chastek, Ph.L., Ph.D., at Just Thomism
A Caution for the Argument from Miracles – Stacy A. Trasancos, Ph.D., at God & Elements
St. Ambrose on the Roman Church as the Source of Communion – Eternal Christendom
Video: Mel Gibson Exclusive Resurrection of the Christ Prev; Power of the Passion – Ray. Arroyo

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Catholic Media:
Should Christians Never Swear? – Joe Heschmeyer, J.D., at Catholic Answers Magazine
Video: Jason Jones: Bishop Barron Picked the Wrong Communists – Joe McClane at ACT
Enzo Bianchi, Founder of Bose Community, Dies at 83 – Edward Pentin at Natl Catholic Register
Is Gen-Z Actually Becoming Catholic, Or Is the Media Finally Noticing? – Church Pop
Quebec’s Cardinal Ouellet Vindicated in Abuse Lawsuit – EWTN News
Feel Good Religion Won’t Save You—The Cross Will – Fr. Kevin Drew at Catholic Exchange
Video: Secular Ideas Lead to Absurd Conclusions – Georgia Howe with Matt Fradd at PWA
Video: Wes Huff Skipped the Verse That Explains the Papacy – Joe McClane at A Catholic Take
LifeSiteNews: An Autopsy – Eamonn Clark, S.T.L., at Catholic Culture
Second German Bishop in Two Weeks Resigns, Citing ‘Toll of Office’ – Luke Coppen at The Pillar
Making Sense of the Surreal Support for Lindsay Clancy – Anne B. Hendershott, Ph.D.
The Tabernacle Debate Is Front & Center – John M. Grondelski, Ph.D., at Crisis Magazine

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Everywhere Else:
Florida’s Curriculum on Communism — Every State Should Follow Suit – Francis P. Sempa, J.D.
A.I., Automation, & the Meaning of Work – Jordan J. Ballor, Ph.D., & Erik W. Matson, Ph.D., at PD
The Zoomerwaffen & Forgetting – Rod Dreher at Rod Dreher’s Diary

Top-10 News Stories from the Wednesday Edition:
1. The Notable Diocese Surpassing 1,000 Priests: Success Achieved by God Thru the Laity – Zenit
2. Video: Traditional Nuns Shut Down After 24 Years, What Happened? – Fr. G.E. Murray, J.C.D.
3. Ask Father: My Territorial Parish Is Awful, I Have My Family to Think Of; Stay, Go? – Fr. Z’s Blog
4. Carmelite Sisters Building a Monastery to ‘Last a Thousand Years’ in Pennsylvania – The Reg
5. Traditional Church vs. Modernist Church – Fr. Dwight Longenecker via The American Catholic
6. “Will Charles Be the Last King?” – Gavin R.P. Ashenden, Ph.D., at The New English Catholic
7. Physicians Group Promotes Euthanasia for Newborns – Creative Minority Report
8. Why the Bible’s ‘Divorce Exception’? – Suan Sonna at Catholic Answers Magazine
9. Latin Is Necessary – Fr. John Zuhlsdorf at Father Z’s Substack
10. Just Retroactive Abortions – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

Honorable Mentioned:
Video: The Top Five Catholic High Schools In America – Purely
The Douthat Decade – Dan Hitchens at First Things
Sensational Report From China: A New Split in the Church? – Philip F. Lawler, Ph.D., at CC

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Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical & Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Another Look at that C.I.A. Trip to Moscow – Dad29
The Political Violence Double Standard – John Tierney at City Journal
Putting the Issue Squarely – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

VVEDNESDAY EDITION

Robert Edwards 2 September AD 2026 12:01 am

MORNING VPDATE:

Top-10 News Stories from today’s Wednesday Edition:
1. The Notable Diocese Surpassing 1,000 Priests: Success Achieved by God Thru the Laity – Zenit
2. Video: Traditional Nuns Shut Down After 24 Years, What Happened? – Fr. G.E. Murray, J.C.D.
3. Carmelite Sisters Building a Monastery to ‘Last a Thousand Years’ in Pennsylvania – The Reg
4. Traditional Church vs. Modernist Church – Fr. Dwight Longenecker via The American Catholic
5. Ask Father: My Territorial Parish Is Awful, I Have My Family to Think Of; Stay, Go? – Fr. Z’s Blog
6. “Will Charles Be the Last King?” – Gavin R.P. Ashenden, Ph.D., at The New English Catholic
7. Physicians Group Promotes Euthanasia for Newborns – Creative Minority Report
8. Latin Is Necessary – Fr. John Zuhlsdorf at Father Z’s Substack
9. Why the Bible’s ‘Divorce Exception’? – Suan Sonna at Catholic Answers Magazine
10. Just Retroactive Abortions – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

Honorable Mentioned:
Pope Leo XIV Appoints Bishop to Chinese Diocese Vacant 80 Years – Aleteia
Video: The Top Five Catholic High Schools In America – Purely
The Douthat Decade – Dan Hitchens at First Things
Sensational Report From China: A New Split in the Church? – Philip F. Lawler, Ph.D., at CC
Sharia Law & Canon Law are Worlds Apart – Steve Ray at Defenders Of The Catholic Faith
German Synodality Stalled, Hot Air Cooling? – Jeffrey A. Mirus, Ph.D., at Catholic Culture
Video: Bishops Disappear in China, The Pope Cannot Even Speak – Jason Jones & Joe McLane

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MORNING ROVNDVP:

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Justice in the Church After Clerical Abuse: Natl Healing Garden Planned in D.C. – AOTU
The Notable Diocese Surpassing 1,000 Priests: Success Achieved by God Thru the Laity – Zenit
Carmelite Sisters Building a Monastery to ‘Last a Thousand Years’ in Pennsylvania – The Reg

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
Pope Leo XIV Appoints Bishop to Chinese Diocese Vacant 80 Years – Aleteia
This Is Pope Leo XIV’s Prayer Intention for the Month of September – Catholic World Report

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Around the Catholic Blogosphere:
The Suggestive Power of “Perhaps” – Dennis Knapp at The Latin Right
Another R.S.V.-2C.E. Journaling Bible – Timothy McCormick at Catholic Bible Talke
Grief & the Journey into God – Dennis Dillon at Catholic Stand Magazine
Guiding Star Project Brings Wholistic Women’s Healthcare to Telehealth – Ignitum Today
Traditional Church vs. Modernist Church – Fr. Dwight Longenecker via The American Catholic
Ask Father: My Territorial Parish Is Awful, I Have My Family to Think Of; Stay or Go? – Fr. Z’s Blog
“Will Charles Be the Last King?” – Gavin R.P. Ashenden, Ph.D., at The New English Catholic
Physicians Group Promotes Euthanasia for Newborns – Creative Minority Report
Latin Is Necessary – Fr. John Zuhlsdorf at Father Z’s Substack
Just Retroactive Abortions – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Video: The Top Five Catholic High Schools In America – Purely
Sharia Law & Canon Law are Worlds Apart – Steve Ray at Defenders Of The Catholic Faith
The Personal Ordinariates: Unity, Diversity, Harmony. – A Treasure To Be Shared

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Catholic Media:
From Conversion to Apologetics: Eight Examples – David Hahn at Catholic Herald
Texas Parish First in World Named After 2015 Ghanian Martyr – EWTN News
September Is Dedicated to Our Lady of Sorrows. Here’s Why – The Editors at Church Pop
Inaugural Meeting of German Synodal Conference Postponed Indefinitely – The Pillar
The Church in Dialogue: What Approach? And With Whom? – Randall B. Smith, Ph.D., at TCT
A Saint Film to Inspire Others: Young Carlo – Anthony Morales at Catholic Exchange
Video: Traditional Nuns Shut Down After 24 Years, What Happened? – Fr. Gerald E. Murray, J.C.D.
Why the Bible’s ‘Divorce Exception’? – Suan Sonna at Catholic Answers Magazine
Sensational Report From China: A New Split in the Church? – Philip F. Lawler, Ph.D., at CC
German Synodality Stalled, Hot Air Cooling? – Jeffrey A. Mirus, Ph.D., at Catholic Culture
Video: Bishops Disappear in China, The Pope Cannot Even Speak – Jason Jones & Joe McLane

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Everywhere Else:
I.V.F. Pushed as Infertality Treatment, 97.7% of Children Created Don’t Survive Process – TBU
Liberty & Privacy Must Never Overrule the Right to Life – Sheena Rodriguez at Live Action
The Douthat Decade – Dan Hitchens at First Things

Toop-10 News Stories from the Tuesday Edition:
1. LeoWatch: Barking Mad – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
2. Daily Rome Shot – Massive Coolness – Fr. John Zuhlsdorf at Fr. Z’s Blog
3. Five Books That Will Completely Change How You Pray – Scepter Blog
4. Marian Apparition & Schismatic Germany: St. Michael Splitting Globe Prophecy – S. Smith, Esq.
5. Head of Pont Internatl Marian Acad Again Makes Heretical, Blasphemous Statements – Rad Fid
6. Richard the Lionhart Recieves Communion in Hagia Sophia; 1849, Gaspare Fossati – TACatholic
7. Yale’s Most Popular History Course Is ‘The Catholic Intellectual Tradition’! – R. Bryan at Aleteia
8. Ancient Eastern Bishop Says the True Church is Under the Pope – Eternal Christendom
9. The Big Contention bt. Traditionalists & Vatican II Isn’t the Mass, It’s Salvation – Fourth Watch
10. Protestants’ Real Problem with Mary – Casey Chalk at Catholic Answers Magazine

Honorable Mentioned:
‘Strange Vocations’: A New & Welcomed Conversation About Priestly Eligibility – Word On Fire
Why Democrats Can’t Close the God Gap – Damian Thompson at The Spectator
My Appeal to Pope Leo: The T.L.M. Is Easier for Me to Actively Participate In – Nicolas Castelli

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Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical & Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
For Wendell: Who Made Me See – Denise Trull at The Inscapist
Unsettled by Wendell Berry – Andrew Tolkmith at Word On Fire
The Kentucky Farmer Who Taught Me How to Live – Theresa Civantos Barber
Wendell Berry, Agrarian Writer Who Envisioned World Redeemed by Love’ R.I.P. at 92 – The Reg
Wendell Berry’s Eternal Story – Paul Kingsnorth at First Things
Wendell Berry’s Nine Rules – Ted Gioia at The Honest Broker
The Best Film Ever? A Man For All Seasons – George Weigel at First Things
Wendell Berry’s Jayber Crow – John Byron Kuhner
Wendell Berry, “The Peace of Wild Things” – John at Bensozia

Et Cætera. . . Other Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
All Creatures Great and Small, Season 7 Brings Everyone Home: First Images, Airdate – The Swish

TVESDAY EDITION

Robert Edwards 1 September AD 2026 12:01 am

MORNING VPDATE:

Toop-10 News Stories from Today’s Tuesday Edition:
1. LeoWatch: Barking Mad – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
2. Daily Rome Shot – Massive Coolness – Fr. John Zuhlsdorf at Fr. Z’s Blog
3. Marian Apparition & Schismatic Germany: St. Michael Splitting Globe Prophecy – S. Smith, Esq.
4. Five Books That Will Completely Change How You Pray – Scepter Blog
5. Richard the Lionhart Recieves Communion in Hagia Sophia; 1849, Gaspare Fossati – TACatholic
6. Yale’s Most Popular History Course Is ‘The Catholic Intellectual Tradition’! – R. Bryan at Aleteia
7. Ancient Eastern Bishop Says the True Church is Under the Pope – Eternal Christendom
8. Head of Pont Internatl Marian Acad Again Makes Heretical, Blasphemous Statements – Rad Fid
9. The Big Contention bt. Traditionalists & Vatican II Isn’t the Mass, It’s Salvation – Fourth Watch
10. ‘Strange Vocations’: A New & Welcomed Conversation About Priestly Eligibility – Word On Fire

Honorable Mentioned:
Protestants’ Real Problem with Mary – Casey Chalk at Catholic Answers Magazine
Video: Are We Caught in a Culture of Pervasive Lies? – Fr. Robert J. McTeigue, S.J., Ph.D., at iCR
My Appeal to Pope Leo: The T.L.M. Is Easier for Me to Actively Participate In – Nicolas Castelli
The Dignity of Hard Work – Dominic Perrem at Catholic Herald
The Best Film Ever? A Man For All Seasons – George Weigel at First Things
Why Democrats Can’t Close the God Gap – Damian Thompson at The Spectator

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MORNING ROVNDVP:

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Yale’s Most Popular History Course Is ‘The Catholic Intellectual Tradition’! – Rose Bryan at Aleteia
The Dignity of Hard Work – Dominic Perrem at Catholic Herald
The Best Film Ever? A Man For All Seasons – George Weigel at First Things

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
Supreme Knight Kelly Appointed to the Dicastery for the Laity, the Family, & Life – Rome Reports
My Appeal to Pope Leo: The T.L.M. Is Easier for Me to Actively Participate In – Nicolas Castelli

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Around the Catholic Blogosphere:
Spiritual & Physical Metabolism: Diagnosing the Neglect We Choose – Gabriel Garnica at CSM
A Survey of Some Recent Work by Hape Sculpture in Italy – Liturgical Arts Journal
Video: Leo Just Gave A Pachamama Worshiper A Big Promotion – Anthony P. Stine, Ph.D., at RTT
LeoWatch: Barking Mad – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Daily Rome Shot – Massive Coolness – Fr. John Zuhlsdorf at Fr. Z’s Blog
Marian Apparition & Schismatic Germany: St. Michael Splitting Globe Prophecy – S. Smith, Esq.
Richard the Lionhart Recieves Communion in Hagia Sophia; 1849, Gaspare Fossati – TACatholic
Ancient Eastern Bishop Says the True Church is Under the Pope – Eternal Christendom
Head of Pont Internatl Marian Acad Again Makes Heretical & Blasphemous Statements – Rad Fid
The Real Contention Bt. Traditionalists & Vatican II Isn’t the Mass, It’s Salvation – Fourth Watch
New Book: Vatican II & the Eclipse of God. A Critique of the Council by Don Pietro Leone – R Cæli

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Catholic Media:
A Long-Awaited Reckoning: A Timeline of the Fr. Marko Rupnik Case – J.A. Esteves at OSV News
Video: Fr. Murray Says Bishops Are Anointing Suicides? – Joe McLane at A Catholic Take
The Church Cannot Declare War on T.L.M.ers, Cardinal Robert Sarah Says – EWTN News
China Ordains Bishop of Datong, Third Under Vatican Pact in Two Months – Angelus News
Cardinal Newman Society to Host Virtual College Fair – Christine Rousselle at Catholic Herald
The Challenges of Love in the Modern & Postmodern World – R.M. Lawson at Catholic Exchange
Five Books That Will Completely Change How You Pray – Scepter Blog
‘Strange Vocations’: A New & Welcomed Conversation About Priestly Eligibility – Word On Fire
Protestants’ Real Problem with Mary – Casey Chalk at Catholic Answers Magazine
Video: Are We Caught in a Culture of Pervasive Lies? – Fr. Robert J. McTeigue, S.J., Ph.D., at iCR

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Everywhere Else:
The New Test Reshaping American Classrooms – Liza Libes at Minding The Campus
Saving Masculinity From the Left & the Manosphere – R.B.A. Di Muccio at The American Spectator
D.O.J. Rep Exposes Ideological Agency Rot That Led to Anti-Catholic F.B.I. Memo – S.A. McCarthy
The Sanctification of Jason Arday – Tom Slater at Spiked
Women at Elite Colleges Lured by Large Amounts of Cash for Their Eggs & Wombs – Live Action
Western Way of Reason: Intellectual Legacy of Ancient Greece & Rome – Victor Davis Hanson
Why Democrats Can’t Close the God Gap – Damian Thompson at The Spectator

Top-10 News Stories from the Monday Edition:
1. Genius! The Young Get a Lecture by a Radical Nun in Front of 1960s ‘Art’ – Damian Thompson
2. The Prisoner: Patrick McGoohan – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
3. The Temptation to ‘Tell No One’ – Philip F. Lawler, Ph.D., at Catholic Culture
4. Catholics Need to Exercise Due Diligence, Lives of Children are at Stake – Captain G.T. Gomulka
5. Pope Leo XIV: “Misinterpretations” of Vatican II Liturgy can Lead to “Abuses” – Rome Reports
6. Why Are So Many People Listening to a Podcast About Living in a Convent? – The Atlantic
7. The Invisible Mass: Why Traditionalists Can Never Quite Explain Themselves – Fr. Mt. Soloman
8. Archbishop Admits Church Still Does Not Know How to Celebrate Novus Ordo – Advaticanum
9. The Gender Quiz^TM – J. Budziszewski, Ph.D., at The Underground Thomist
10. The Third Temple, Zionism, & Protestantism – Joshua Charles at Eternal Christendom

Honorable Mentioned:
Ask Father: Is the Collect From Leo’s “Mass for Creation” Heretical? – Fr. Z’s Blog
How China’s Attempt To Ban A Book Backfired – Helen Raleigh at The Federalist
Archaeologists ‘Absolutely’ Certain They Found Lost City Where Jesus Performed Miracles – NYP

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O Canada – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

MONDAY EDITION

Robert Edwards 31 August AD 2026 12:01 am

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Top-10 News Stories from Today’s Monday Edition:
1. Genius! The Young Get a Lecture by a Radical Nun in Front of 1960s ‘Art’ – Damian Thompson
2. The Prisoner: Patrick McGoohan – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
3. Catholics Need to Exercise Due Diligence, Lives of Children are at Stake – Captain G.T. Gomulka
4. Pope Leo XIV: “Misinterpretations” of Vatican II Liturgy can Lead to “Abuses” – Rome Reports
5. Why Are So Many People Listening to a Podcast About Living in a Convent? – The Atlantic
6. The Temptation to ‘Tell No One’ – Philip F. Lawler, Ph.D., at Catholic Culture
7. The Invisible Mass: Why Traditionalists Can Never Quite Explain Themselves – Fr. Mt. Soloman
8. How China’s Attempt To Ban A Book Backfired – Helen Raleigh at The Federalist
9. The Third Temple, Zionism, & Protestantism – Joshua Charles at Eternal Christendom
10. The Gender Quiz^TM – J. Budziszewski, Ph.D., at The Underground Thomist

Honorable Mentioned:
Ask Father: Is the Collect From Leo’s “Mass for Creation” Heretical? – Fr. Z’s Blog
Archbishop Admits Church Still Does Not Know How to Celebrate Novus Ordo – Advaticanum
Video: Shroud of Turin Radiation Blast Proves Jesus Resurrection. . . – Fr. R.J. Spitzer, S.J., Ph.D.
When St. Augustine & His Mother Monica Were Reunited After 1,617 Years – Fr. Z’s Blog
Saint “Added-On” – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Movement
Pope Leo XIV: The New Diplomacy – Andrea Gagliarducci at Monday Vatican

MORNING ROVNDVP:

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The Formation of Intentional & Resilient Christians – A Treasure To Be Shared
Spanish Regional Government Spotlights Sainthood Cause of Queen Isabella – EWTN News
Why Are So Many People Listening to a Podcast About Living in a Convent? – The Atlantic

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
Full Text: Pope Leo XIV’s Angelus Address Given Aug. 30, 2026 – OSV News
Pope Leo XIV: “Misinterpretations” of Vatican II Liturgy can Lead to “Abuses” – Rome Reports
Pope Leo XIV: The New Diplomacy – Andrea Gagliarducci at Monday Vatican

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Around the Catholic Blogosphere:
Gregorian Chant: The Ancient Solution to a Modern Crisis – Gavin R.P. Ashenden, Ph.D.
A Love That Began as Friendship – Thomas J. Neal, Ph.D., at Neal Obstat Theological Opining
To Henry Karlson: Whose Vision of Human Flourishing Reflects the Common Good? – Latin Right
Blessings, Beatitudes, Burdens – Carol Monaco at Catholic Stand Magazine
Genius! The Young Get a Lecture by a Radical Nun in Front of 1960s ‘Art’ – Damian Thompson
The Prisoner: Patrick McGoohan – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Catholics Need to Exercise Due Diligence, Lives of Children are at Stake – Captain G.T. Gomulka
The Third Temple, Zionism, & Protestantism – Joshua Charles at Eternal Christendom
The Gender Quiz^TM – J. Budziszewski, Ph.D., at The Underground Thomist
Interesting Ourselves to Death – Robert W. Keim, Ph.D., at Poetic Knowledge

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Catholic Media:
Fr. Pfleger Reinstated After Being Cleared in Sex Abuse Investigation – Catholic World Report
Should a Saint Be Called a “Founding Mother” of the U.S.A.? – Jenny Lark Snarski at Aleteia
Relaxing With the Bible Alone – Fr. Jerry J. Pokorsky at The Catholic Thing
‘Find Jesus, & You Will Find Peace’ – The Catholic Herald
Video: Scott Hahn’s Conversion Story & The Path to Holiness – Scott W. Hahn, Ph.D., et al.
Why Handwriting Matters in an A.I. World – Constance T. Hull at Catholic Exchange
Video: Lindsay Clancy: This Isn’t Compassion. It’s Contagion – Joe McLane at A Catholic Take
The Temptation to ‘Tell No One’ – Philip F. Lawler, Ph.D., at Catholic Culture
Archbishop Admits Church Still Does Not Know How to Celebrate Novus Ordo – Advaticanum

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Everywhere Else:
Archaeologists ‘Absolutely’ Certain They Found Lost City Where Jesus Performed Miracles – NYP
Why Are Parents Choosing I.V.F. Over Adoption? The Truth Is Complicated – Live Action
Catholic Bishops Fight Trump’s Stricter Vetting of Migrant Child Sponsors – S.A. McCarthy
Today’s Dating App Users Aren’t Happy; Technology isn’t Our Problem – Mar. Orlandi, Ph.D., Avv.
How China’s Attempt To Ban A Book Backfired – Helen Raleigh at The Federalist

Top-10 News Stories from the Sunday Edition:
1. Ask Father: Is the Collect From Leo’s “Mass for Creation” Heretical? – Fr. Z’s Blog
2. The Invisible Mass: Why Traditionalists Can Never Quite Explain Themselves – Fr. Mt. Soloman
3. Is There a Personality Type Distinction That Draws Some to the T.L.M.? – Rob Marco
4. Explains a Lot: Why Majority of Priests were Heterodox Prior to 1968 – The American Catholic
5. The Cost of Teaching Girls that Assertiveness Is Confidence – Hannah Spier at Psychobabble
6. Revival of Latin Mass Spreads Among Vietnamese Catholic Youth – Catholic World Report
7. Maura Healey: The Case for Excommunication – Max Root at Crisis Magazine
8. Your Parish Does Not Have a Volunteer Problem! – Marcel LeJeune at Cath Missionary Disciples
9. The Mormons Meet William Tyndale – Wesley Saban at Catholic Answers Magazine
10. Kansas Diocese Opens New Seminary More than 20 Years in the Making – OSV News

Honorable Mentioned:
France: Two Killed in Suspected Vehicular Mass Casualty Attack – The European Conservative
And With Your Spirit: 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time – Fr. John Zuhlsdorf at Fr. Z’s Blog
Why Does the Virgin Mary Appear in Different Attire? – Church Pop

Recent Editions:
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FRIDAY EDITION – BIG PVLPIT

Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical & Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
When Will ‘Burning Man’ Get the Point? – Anya Kamentz at Curbed
Jimmy Carter II: The Long Awaited Sequel – Dave Griffey at Daffey Thoughts
Returning to 1,177 Brothers on the U.S.S. Arizona – D.R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

SVNDAY EDITION

Robert Edwards 30 August AD 2026 12:01 pm

MID-AFTERNOON VPDATE:

Top-10 News Stories from Today’s Sunday Edition:
1. Ask Father: Is the Collect From Leo’s “Mass for Creation” Heretical? – Fr. Z’s Blog
2. The Invisible Mass: Why Traditionalists Can Never Quite Explain Themselves – Fr. Mt. Soloman
3. Revival of Latin Mass Spreads Among Vietnamese Catholic Youth – Catholic World Report
4. Churches of Quebec: Eglise du Saint-Nom-de-Marie in St. Marie-de-Beauce – Lit Arts Journal
5. Is There a Personality Type Distinction That Draws Some to the T.L.M.? – Rob Marco
6. Maura Healey: The Case for Excommunication – Max Root at Crisis Magazine
7. And With Your Spirit: 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time – Fr. John Zuhlsdorf at Fr. Z’s Blog
8. The Cost of Teaching Girls that Assertiveness Is Confidence – Hannah Spier at Psychobabble
9. France: Two Killed in Suspected Vehicular Mass Casualty Attack – The European Conservative
10. Kansas Diocese Opens New Seminary More than 20 Years in the Making – OSV News

Honorable Mentioned:
Why Does the Virgin Mary Appear in Different Attire? – Church Pop
Video: Michael Matt Answers Fr. Reese: “The Old Latin Mass Is Like a Zombie” – Joe McClane
Your Parish Does Not Have a Volunteer Problem! – Marcel LeJeune at Cath Missionary Disciples
Review: Seven Newly Published Children’s Books from Christian Presses – The Chr Imagin
Overcoming Anger with the Virtue of Meekness – Constance T. Hull at Catholic Exchange

AFTERNOON ROVNDVP:

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
New Research: A Catholic Revival Is Taking Root on America’s College Campuses – Zenit
Revival of Latin Mass Spreads Among Vietnamese Catholic Youth – Catholic World Report
Overcoming Anger with the Virtue of Meekness – Constance T. Hull at Catholic Exchange

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
Leo Takes Part in Historic Marian Procession on Lake Albano at Gandolfo – EWTN News

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Around the Catholic Blogosphere:
The Seven Joys of the Virgin Mary – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Movement
The Ancients on Music – Joshua Charles at Eternal Christendom
Ask Father: Is the Collect From Leo’s “Mass for Creation” Heretical? – Fr. Z’s Blog
The Invisible Mass: Why Traditionalists Can Never Quite Explain Themselves – Fr. Mt. Soloman
Churches of Quebec: Eglise du Saint-Nom-de-Marie in St. Marie-de-Beauce – Lit Arts Journal
And With Your Spirit: 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time – Fr. John Zuhlsdorf at Fr. Z’s Blog
Your Parish Does Not Have a Volunteer Problem! – Marcel LeJeune at Cath Missionary Disciples
Review: Seven Newly Published Children’s Books from Christian Presses – The Chr Imagin

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Catholic Media:
Get to Know St. Edith Stein: My List of Must-Read Books – Catholic Spiritual Direction
The Mormons Meet William Tyndale – Wesley Saban at Catholic Answers Magazine
Pope Leo XIV Says Eastern Synods Can Remove Patriarchs for Serious Reasons – NC Register
Cardinal Sarah Again Assails Restrictions on Liturgy – Michael Haynes at Catholic Herald
Video: Smashing the Idol of Feminism – Fr. Mitch Pacwa & Carrie Gress, Ph.D., at EWTN Live
Falling in Love – Mark Watney at Dappled Things
In Praise of the Latin Mass Society – Luke Collins at Catholic Herald
Is There a Personality Type Distinction That Draws Some to the T.L.M.? – Rob Marco
Maura Healey: The Case for Excommunication – Max Root at Crisis Magazine
Kansas Diocese Opens New Seminary More than 20 Years in the Making – OSV News
Why Does the Virgin Mary Appear in Different Attire? – Church Pop
Video: Michael Matt Answers Fr. Reese: “The Old Latin Mass Is Like a Zombie” – Joe McClane

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Everywhere Else:
If You’re Freezing Your Eggs at 36 Like A.O.C., You’ve Been Lied To – Jordan Boyd at The Federalist
The Cost of Teaching Girls that Assertiveness Is Confidence – Hannah Spier at Psychobabble
France: Two Killed in Suspected Vehicular Mass Casualty Attack – The European Conservative

Top-10 News Stories from the Saturday Edition:
1. Explains a Lot: Why Majority of Priests were Heterodox Prior to 1968 – The American Catholic
2. Is the U.S.C.C.B. Even Catholic Any More? – Mary Ann Kreitzer at Les Femmes
3. X: Responding to Fr. Tom Reese’s Zombie T.L.M. Column – Amy Welborn
4. Pope Leo XIV Admits We Still Do Not Know How to Celebrate the Liturgy – Gregory DiPippo
5. Satire: 21 Benefits of the Novus Ordo They Don’t Want You To Know About, Switch Today! – TDA
6. An Ancient Bishop’s Terrifying & Heavenly Vision of Souls – J. Charles at Eternal Christendom
7. This Archbishop’s “Conversion Story” Has the Internet Laughing – Church Pop
8. Is Priesthood Dominated by Men Who Are Varsity-Level Players or 4th Stringers? – Fr. Z’s Blog
9. Change of Habit & in More Than Nuns’ Dress – Fr. Allan J. McDonald at Southern Orders
10. Catholic Singles Head to Fulton Sheen Beatification in Hoping to Meet Future Spouses – Zeale

Honorable Mentioned:
The Fight for France’s Future Is Underway – Gavine Mortimer at The Spectator
The Beheading of John the Baptist: Corruption Exposed & the “Brass Ring” Revealed – Fr. Z’s Blog
How the Movie ‘Top Gun: Maverick’ Inspired a Camp for Catholic Fathers & Sons – EWTN News

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SATVRDAY EDITION

Robert Edwards 29 August AD 2026 10:00 pm

SVNDAY MORNING VPDATE:

LATE EVENING ROVNDVP:

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The Catholic Art of Living – Berengere Darlison at Catholic Herald
Catholic Singles Head to Fulton Sheen Beatification in Hopes of Meeting Future Spouses – Zeale
How the Movie ‘Top Gun: Maverick’ Inspired a Camp for Catholic Fathers & Sons – EWTN News

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Around the Catholic Blogosphere:
Video: Canada’s Church Arson Crisis – Prayerful Posse
The Freedom to Receive – M.L. Kramer at Catholic Stand Magazine
A Fascinating Fusion of Chinese Wisdom & Carmelite Spirituality – Peter A. Kwasniewski, Ph.D.
On the Angel’s Knowledge of the Future – James Chastek, Ph.L., Ph.D., at Just Thomism
Papal Whiplash: The Mass Debate, Tradition vs. Accesibility – Prayerfull Posse via TACatholic
Bp Mutsaerts: Church Won’t be Saved by Bureaucrats Who Think All Must Change – Rorate Cæli
Explains a Lot: Why Majority of Priests were Heterodox Prior to 1968 – The American Catholic
Is the U.S.C.C.B. Even Catholic Any More? – Mary Ann Kreitzer at Les Femmes
X: Responding to Fr. Tom Reese’s Zombie T.L.M. Column – Amy Welborn
Pope Leo XIV Admits We Still Do Not Know How to Celebrate the Liturgy – Gregory DiPippo
Satire: 21 Benefits of Novus Ordo Mass They Don’t Want You To Know About, Switch Today! – TDA
An Ancient Bishop’s Terrifying & Heavenly Vision of Souls – Joshua Charles at Eternal Christendom
Is Priesthood Dominated by Men Who Are Varsity-Level Players or 4th Stringers? – Fr. Z’s Blog
Change of Habit & in More Than Nuns’ Dress – Fr. Allan J. McDonald at Southern Orders
The Beheading of John the Baptist: Corruption Exposed & the “Brass Ring” Revealed – Fr. Z’s Blog

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Catholic Media:
Video: Fr. Murray: Synodality’s Critics Weren’t Answered — They Weren’t Asked – Joe McClane
After a Long Dry Spell of Serious Catholic Literature, Hints of a Revival? – Joseph Pearce
New E.W.T.N. Travel Series Takes Viewers to the Birthplace of Christianity – NC Register
Fr. Michael Pfleger Says Abuse Investigation Was ‘Unjust’ After Reinstatement – Catholic Herald
The Child Is Never the Problem: I.V.F., Human Dignity, & the Challenge Before Us – Catholic Exch
Synodalism Marches On: Martyrs Need Not Apply – Fr. John A. Perricone at Crisis Magazine
Video: Marijuana’s Hidden Health Crisis – The LoopCast
Unbroken: Chinese Catholics Resist the C.C.P. – Anthony E. Clark, Ph.D., at Catholic World Report
The Other Way Baptism Saves – Mike Schramm at Catholic Answers Magazine
This Archbishop’s “Conversion Story” Has the Internet Laughing – Church Pop

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Everywhere Else:
Ethnic Memory: Why Societies Should Be Monoethnic – B. Beckeld at The European Conseravative
The Snakes of Gobekli Tepe – Old European Culture
How Wyrd, & Anglo-Saxon Word for “Fate,” Became Our Word “Weird” – Dead Language Society
The Fight for France’s Future Is Underway – Gavine Mortimer at The Spectator

Top-10 News Stories from the Friday Edition:
1. Kudos to the Bishop of Wheeling-Charleston – Fr. John Zuhlsdorf at Fr. Z’s Blog
2. Ask Father: Priests Tells Me to Say Act of Contrition Outside Confessional, Later – Fr. Z’s Blog
3. The Subterfuge at Vatican II – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
4. Satanic Abortion Video Filmed in Hobby Lobby – Taylor R. Marshall, Ph.D., at Canterbury Tales
5. The Original Liturgy Wars: Railing Against Liturgical Abuses in the New Mass – Fr. McDonald
6. The Fishwrap, Without Shame – Fr. Z’s Blog
7. Priest’s New Study Bible Brings Faith & Science Together for a Doubting Generation – OSV News
8. A Blindspot in Catholic Social Teaching: Generational Theft – M. Pakaluk at The Catholic Thing
9. The First American Pope: Is English the New Language of the Church? – Rome Reports
10. Do Our Bishops Welcome “Undocumented Houseguests” in their Own Homes? – Les Femmes

Honorable Mentioned:
The A.I. Priest of Orange County – Austin Ruse, K.M., K.H.S., Hon.D., at Crisis Magazine
When Nothing Seems to Happen: Lessons from St. Monica on Patience, Perseverance – Cath Exch
Video: Calling Out Joe Schmid’s Conversion – Brian Holdsworth

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

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

Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical & Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
L.B.J. Stole the His Senate Election of 1948 – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

Et Cætera. . . Other Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
Close to You – Donald R. McClarey, J.D.

FRIDAY EDITION

Robert Edwards 28 August AD 2026 8:25 pm

SATVRDAY EVENING VPDATE:

Top-10 News Stories from the Friday Edition:
1. Kudos to the Bishop of Wheeling-Charleston – Fr. John Zuhlsdorf at Fr. Z’s Blog
2. Ask Father: Priests Tells Me to Say Act of Contrition Outside Confessional, Later – Fr. Z’s Blog
3. The Subterfuge at Vatican II – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
4. Satanic Abortion Video Filmed in Hobby Lobby – Taylor R. Marshall, Ph.D., at Canterbury Tales
5. The Original Liturgy Wars: Railing Against Liturgical Abuses in the New Mass – Fr. McDonald
6. The First American Pope: Is English the New Language of the Church? – Rome Reports
7. The Fishwrap, Without Shame – Fr. Z’s Blog
8. A Blindspot in Catholic Social Teaching: Generational Theft – M. Pakaluk at The Catholic Thing
9. Do Our Bishops Welcome “Undocumented Houseguests” in their Own Homes? – Les Femmes
10. The A.I. Priest of Orange County – Austin Ruse, K.M., K.H.S., Hon.D., at Crisis Magazine

Honorable Mentioned:
When Nothing Seems to Happen: Lessons from St. Monica on Patience, Perseverance – Cath Exch
Video: Calling Out Joe Schmid’s Conversion – Brian Holdsworth
St. Moses the Black – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

EVENING ROVNDVP:

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Kudos to the Bishop of Wheeling-Charleston – Fr. John Zuhlsdorf at Fr. Z’s Blog
Priest’s New Study Bible Brings Faith & Science Together for a Doubting Generation – OSV News
When Nothing Seems to Happen: Lessons from St. Monica on Patience, Perseverance – Cath Exch

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
The First American Pope: Is English the New Language of the Church? – Rome Reports

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Around the Catholic Blogosphere:
Chinese Underground Church Consecrated Ten Bishops Without Papal Mandate – Compl Clergy
Church Father on the Divinely Established Papacy (St. Isidore of Seville) – Eternal Christendom
Video: Does Synodality Reshape Catholic Ecclesiology? – Larry S. Chapp, Ph.D., at Catholic Unscr
Arranging the Breviary for the Rest of the Liturgical Year – Gregory DiPippo at New Lit Mov
The Papal Ferula – John Paul Sonnen at Liturgical Arts Journal
How Did I Go from Writing Theology to Fiction? – David L. Gray, Th.M., at Saint Dominic’s Media
A Matthean Reflection on the Transfiguration – Dr. Pamela Mandela at Catholic Stand Magazine
Ask Father: Priests Tells Me to Say Act of Contrition Outside Confessional, Afterward – Fr. Z’s Blog
The Subterfuge at Vatican II – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Satanic Abortion Video Filmed in Hobby Lobby – Taylor R. Marshall, Ph.D., at Canterbury Tales
The Original Liturgy Wars: Railing Against Liturgical Abuses in the New Mass – Fr. A.J. McDonald
Do Our Bishops Welcome “Undocumented Houseguests” in their Own Homes? – Les Femmes

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Catholic Media:
Apologetics Isn’t Dead, the Sequel: The Conversion of Joe Schmid – Justin Kalan at Word On Fire
Bishops Consecrated in Secret for Underground Church in China – Michael Haynes at Cath Her
Video: St. Jerome: The Antichrist Is a Man, Not a Demon; A.D. 407 – Joe McClane at ACT
Baptism Is the New Circumcision – Karlo Broussard at Catholic Answers Magazine
Hybrid Mission: How Young People Live Their Faith & Seek It Out, What Research Reveals – Zenit
Taybeh Christians Seek Action After Israeli Envoy Downplays Severity of Attacks – CWR
Video: What Happens When America Stops Having Children? – The LoopCast
A Blindspot in Catholic Social Teaching: Generational Theft – M. Pakaluk at The Catholic Thing
The A.I. Priest of Orange County – Austin Ruse, K.M., K.H.S., Hon.D., at Crisis Magazine

Top-10 News Stories from the Thursday Edition:
1. The Fishwrap, Without Shame – Fr. Z’s Blog
2. What Rubbish Our Hapless Bishops Waste Their Time & Our Money On – D.R. McClarey, J.D.
3. LeoWatch: Gaslighting, an Insult to Our Intelligence – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at TACatholic
4. Card Sarah: Opposition to the T.L.M. Will Die Out with the ’68 Generation – Diane Montagna
5. Leo Personally Ordered Vatican to Stop Using Rupnik Images – Michael Haynes at Catholic Her
6. The Undead Zombie T.L.M. Devoured a Jesuit Brain – Fr. John Zuhlsdorf at Father Z’s Substack
7. The Camino de Santiago Is Breaking Records Again & 2027 Could Change Everything – Zenit
8. Protestantism’s Mormonism Problem – Eternal Christendom
9. Three Necessities for a Successful Marriage – The Catholic Gentleman
10. Rosary in Hand, This Couple Celebrates 80 Years of Marriage & Fidelity – Church Pop

Honorable Mentioned:
Leo Says the Liturgical Reform Was Necessary, But Where Did Everybody Go? – Mark Lambert
The Subversively Conservative ‘One Night Only’ – Rod Dreher at Rod Dreher’s Diary
Why Catholics Should Reject the Month & Myth of “Trangendered Saints” – Cathol World Report

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Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical & Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Time to Issue Letters of Marque & Reprisal – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Russia is Slightly More Christian than Hell – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Rampant Ignorance of Basic American History – D.R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

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