. . .Second Batch of Analysis, Punditry, and News. . .
Top-10 Most Viewed News Stories on Big Pulpit (Second Batch):
1. Cardinal Zen Warning Us That the Fix is In – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at the American Catholic
2. Hades Pontificate End: 12 Years of Autocracy, Instability, Confusion & Error – P Kwasniewski
3. The Most Important Papabili: – Fr. Allan J. McDonald at Southern Orders
4. Pope Francis, My Worst Protestant Nightmare – Carl R. Trueman at First Things
5. Unusual Names You Read about been Selected to Deceive You, Manipulate Process – R Cæli
6. Conclave Watch: What Do You Think? – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at the American Catholic
7. Julie Jahenny Prophecy Referred to Benedict, Not Francis – The Daily Knight
8. Conclave of 2025: Elect a Catholic This Time – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at the Amrcn Catholic
9. The Attitude of Pope Francis: Après Moi, Le Déluge – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at TACatholic
10. Aftermath – Michael H. Brown at Spirit Daily Blog
Pope Francis Analysis and Punditry:
May Pope Francis Rest in Peace & May Peace Return to Mother Church – Fr. John A. Perricone
Pope Francis in His Own Words: 12 Key Quotes That Defined His 12-Year Pontificate – Register
Pope Never Visited Argentina, Some Blame its Volatile Politics – A. Calatrava & I. Debre at AP
Pope Francis: A Friend of the Jewish People – Michele Chabin at National Catholic Register
Remembering Pope Francis’ 2015 Visit to the United States – CNA via National Catholic Register
Cardinal Nichols’ BBC Radio 4 Tribute to Pope Francis – Catholic Herald
Pope Francis News:
Live Updates: Pope Francis Lies in State Ahead of His Funeral, Set for Saturday – AP
Indiscriminate Analysis and Punditry on the Death of Pope Francis:
Never Another Jesuit Pope – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at the American Catholic
Who Is Going To Be The New Pope? – Lila Rose
From Sede Vacante to Conclave: Key Terms to Know at the Start of a Papal Transition – CNA
Watching & Waiting: Customs & Ceremonies Surrounding Death of a Pope – Catholic Herald
Indiscriminate News on the Death of Pope Francis:
Trump to Attend Funeral; Ordered Flags at Half Staff – D. McClarey, J.D., at the American Catholic
Pope Francis to Be Buried at St. Mary Major Basilica Following Saturday Funeral – CWR
Vatican: Cardinals Prepare for Pope Francis’s Funeral – TEC News/AFP
Putin, Zelensky Pay Homage to Pope Francis – TEC News
Other Indiscriminate Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Live – Big Pulpit
It’s Here! The 2025 Color of the Year – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist
For All Your Fundraising Needs! – CatholicFundraiser.net
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. . .First Batch of Analysis, Punditry, and News. . .
Top-10 Most Viewed News Stories on Big Pulpit (First Batch):
1. Gavin Ashenden’s Devastating Critique Of Pope Francis’ Legacy – Gavin Ashenden via Cmp Clg
2. Opinion: The Vatican Needs a D.O.V.E. – John M. Grondelski, Ph.D., at Catholic World Report
3. Are Popes Hit on the Head When They Die, is There Special Hammer for That – Weird Catholic
4. A Pontificate Marked by Contradictions – Philip E. Lawler, Ph.D., at Catholic Culture
5. Praying For A Trumpian Pope – Austin Ruse at Crisis Magazine
6. The Era of Making a Mess is Over (At Least We Hope So!) – Mary Ann Kreitzer at Les Femmes
7. Steve Bannon & John Yep: 3 Potential Options for the New Pope – Catholics For Catholics
8. The Legacy of Pp. Francis Following His Death – Gavin Ashenden, et al., at Catholic Unscripted
9. Who is Cardinal Farrell, the Camerlengo & a Key Figure in the Papal Transition? – CWR
10. Vatican Releases Pope Francis’ Cause of Death – C News Agency via Catholic World Report
Pope Francis Analysis and Punditry:
The Mystery of Pope Francis Intrigue Surrounded the Late Pontiff – Thomas of Celano at UnHerd
Pope Francis’ Grandfatherly Advice – Joseph Pearce at National Catholic Register
Pope Francis’ Greatest Achievement Was Emphasizing Mercy – Austin Ivereigh at Time Magazine
Pope Francis News:
U.S Bishops Mourn Pope Francis’ Death, Recall His ‘Pastoral’ Legacy – Catholic World Report
Full Text: Here is Pope Francis’ Testament – Catholic News Agency via Catholic World Report
Photos: Thousands Gather for Rosary in St. Peter’s Square After Death of Pope Francis – CWR
King & Queen Have ‘Heavy Hearts’ After Pope’s Death – Adam Durbin at BBC
Indiscriminate Analysis and Punditry on the Death of Pope Francis:
Pope Francis RIP – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Movement
Why You Should Care About The Pope – Lila Rose
Indiscriminate News on the Death of Pope Francis:
Vatican Releases Minute-Long Video of Traditional Sealing of Papal Apt – New Advent Blog
Pope Francis’ Death: Vatican Holds First Step in Papal Funeral Rites – Catholic World Report
Other Indiscriminate Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Live – Big Pulpit
It’s Here! The 2025 Color of the Year – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist
For All Your Fundraising Needs! – CatholicFundraiser.net
Follow Big Pulpit & the Editor-in-Chief on X – Robert “Tito” Edwards
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The American Society for the Defense of Tradition, Family, and Property
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