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MID-MORNING ISSUE, TOP-10 MOST VISITED NEWS LINKS:
1.  Could Fr. Gordon MacRae Finally Go Free? – Kathy Schiffer at The Catholic World Report
2.  Jewish Actor Converts to Catholicism: The Virgin Mary ‘Is My Most Beautiful Love’ – Register
4.  Unintended Consequences (Vatican II) – George Cardinal Pell at First Things
3.  Denver Archdiocese Defends Gender-Identity Policy for Schools – C. N. A. via N. C. Register
5.  The Jesuits: What Went Wrong – Francis X. Maier at The Catholic Thing
6.  An Open Letter to Our Bishops: About the Care of Our Souls – Regis Martin, S.T.D., at Crisis
7.  Yes, We’re in the End Times – Fr. Samuel Keyes at Catholic Answers Magazine
8.  Bishop Aillet on Traditionis Custodes: Towards a Restoration of Peace? – New Ltrgcl Mvmnt
9.  U.S.C.C.B. to Vote on Corrupt Candidate Next Week – Msgr. Gene Thomas Gomulka/1 Peter 5
10.  The Church of the Sexual Revolution (No Paywall) – C. R. Trueman, Ph.D./Wall Street Journal
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Year of the Eucharist:
Eucharistic Miracle of Weiten-Raxendorf – Blessed Carlo Acutis on the Go!
What Did Tolkien Call “the One Great Thing to Love on Earth”? – Get Fed™
Learn f/Blessed Carlo Acutis: The Holy Eucharist Marks the High-Speed Lane to Holiness – Rgstr

Synod On Synodality:
Synodal Way Offers Only Quasi-Marxist Content in Spiritual Comfort Blanket – G. R. P. Ashenden
How Christocentric & Spirit-Filled are the Synodal Machinations? – Larry Chapp, Ph.D., at  C. W. R.

Christendom:
10-Year-Old World’s Youngest Opera Singer’s Stunning Ave Maria Will Blow You Away – ChPOP
Growth of the Church In Norway Coincides With an Awakening to Faith – Sol. Tadié/N. C. Register
Pope Francis Meets with Fr. James Martin Again – A. C. Wimmer at Catholic News Agency
Did Pope Francis Protect His Graft-Ridden Cardinals? – George Neumayr/The American Spectator
B16 to Defend Himself Against Claims He Covered Up Priest’s Sex Abuse – Catholic Herald
The Abbey of Santa Maria di Grottaferrata – John Paul Sonnen at Liturgical Arts Journal

America:
‘Former Trans Kid’ Chloe Cole Sues Doctors for Medical Malpractice – C. N. A. via N. C. Register
Next Week’s U. S. C. C. B. Meeting May Showcase Country’s Sharp Divisions – Brian Fraga
Hope of Another – Kat Larson at Ignitum Today
Arrest Made in Vandalism of Cardinal Dolan’s Home at St. Patrick’s Cathedral – N. C. Register
Topless Drag “Nun” Performs at College Drag Show – Mt. Archbold at Creative Minority Report
Peter Kilpatrick Installed as New Catholic University President – K. Yoder/C. N. A./N. C. Register
C. C. H. D. Gives Funds to Nashville Pro-Abortion Org that Pushes Sodomy & Marxism – Lepanto
Kidnapping Scam is Targeting Catholic School Parents, Santa Fe Archdiocese Says – Register
U. S. Bishops Fund Enemies of Christ – Lepanto Institute, et al., via Complicit Clergy

Great Britain:
James Bogle: Was Queen Elizabeth to Blame for the Abortion Act? – Rorate Cæli

Canada:
Canada Approves Mercy Killing for the Mentally Ill – Fr. Dwight Longenecker

Saint Blogs:
After a Serious Scare, Three Thoughts on Catholic Health Care – John L. Allen, Jr., at Crux
Pictures from This Year’s Sacred Liturgy Conference – Gregory DiPippo/New Liturgical Movement
Check Out the New Podcast! – Brian Williams at Liturgy Guy

Spirituality:
The Excruciating Suffering of the Souls in Purgatory, Revealed in 3 Supernatural Stories – ChPOP
A Pardon Crucifix: Should Catholics Have One? – Matthew Chicoine at CatholicLink
Catholic Social Teaching – Joe Tevington at Catholic Stand
An Easy Purgatory for Not Complaining – Mary O’Regan at Mary’s Blog
Exorcist Diary: Demons Cast Out by the Saints – Msgr. Stephen J. Rossetti, D.Min., D.D., Ph.D.
How to Defeat the Antichrist – Tim Staples at Catholic Answers Magazine
Forming the Will of Your Children (with Pilar Caranti) – The Fairest Love Shrine Podcast

Sacred Scripture:
Misusing the Sign of Jonah – Jimmy Akin
Historians Believe King Solomon Spent up to 3 Hours Each Day Opening Pickle Jars; Satire – BB

Etc. . .:
13 St. Louis Slang Terms You Should Know – Kate Schweitzer at Mental Floss
The Not-so-Nice Origins & Meanings of the Word “Nice” – Msgr. Charles E. Pope
Everyone Needs A Patron Saint, Why Not Journalists? – David Mishur at Catholic365

Culture:
Be Catholic First – Daniel W. Lipinski, Ph.D., at First Things
The Moral Beauty of Catholicism: Reversing the Perspective – Jf. A. Mirus, Ph.D./Catholic Culture
Statement Sweaters That “Yule” Be Thankful For! – Meghan Ashley Styling, a Catholic Mōdê Blog
Six Ideas for Reclaiming Your Calendar & Your Life – Randy Hain at Integrated Catholic Life™
Family, Politics, & the Hunger for Identity with Mary Eberstadt; Podcast – The Moral Imagination

Liturgy:
The Lifting of the Chasuble at the Elevations: Touching the Hem of Christ’s Garment – 1 Peter 5
Podcast: Liturgy & Liturgical Formation with Romano Guardini – The Editors at Adoremus

Radio, Film, T. V., & Streaming:
NPR Revealed to be Only a White Woman in New Hampshire Who Does All the Voices; Satire – BB

Architecture:
Europe in These Times: Rome of the North – Kevin Duffy at Dappled Things

Sacred Tradition:
How Was Jesus Born? – Jimmy Akin
Our Journey Through a Passing World – Msgr. Charles E. Pope at Community In Mission

Religion:
Old-School Mennonites Live & Breathe New Testament, We Should Take Note – Michael W. Davis

Politics:
As the Abortion Pill Becomes More Widespread, F. D. A. Warns of Grave Dangers – N. C. Register
Is There an Argument for Anarchy? – Isaac Willour at PowerBlog

Obituary:
Passionist Fr. Donald Senior, Renowned Biblical Scholar, Dies at 82 – C. N. S./Our Sunday Visitor

Archeology:
Israel Archaeologists Find Ancient Comb with ‘Full Sentence’, Written in Canaanite – A. P. News

Literature:
Shakespeare’s Holy Women – Joseph Pearce at The Imaginative Conservative

Books:
New Fr. Spitzer Book Focuses on Wisdom, Purpose of Catholic Moral Teaching – The C. W. R.
The Genealogy of Jesus – Eric R. Sammons at Catholic Exchange
Review of Dom Gaspar Lefebvre’s “Catholic Liturgy: Its Fundamental Principles” – Rorate Cæli
Lion & Lamb Seeks to Curate the Catholic Child’s Bookshelf – Lindsay Schlegel at Aleteia

Philosophy:
Ambiguous Words Invite Bad Actions – Matthew R. Petrusek, Ph.D., at W. O. F. Blog

Music:
Music for Grace: A Classical Playlist for the Dying – Terez Rose at The Imaginative Conservative

Vocations:
Women Religious Share How They Have Found Joy in Following the Lord’s Call – N. C. Register

Poetry:
Look Not – Sharon at Light of Love

Free Enterprise:
Uncovering the Economic Lessons from Jesus Christ – Casey Chalk at The Federalist
How to (Not) Annoy People when Fundraising – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Going to a Career Fair? These Tips Will Help – Alexandra Harrel at C. W. I. B.

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MORNING ISSUE, TOP-10 MOST VISITED LINKS:
Sunday:  . . .it’s Sunday, attend Mass, decompress, unwind, & rest. . .
1.  “A Dominican Moment”: The Story Of A Conversion – Rose Folsom/Catholic Spiritual Direction
2.  Catholic Psychologist Explains Secret to Holiness, Heaven, Thru Relationships – ChurchPOP
3.  Combating Pride & Cultivating Humility – Msgr. Charles E. Pope at National Catholic Register
4.  The Beauty of the Mass as Antidote to Anxiety – Denise Trull at Dappled Things
5.  Mortification – Tan·Direction
6.  Holiness Isn’t What You Think It Is with Scott Hahn; Podcast & Video – E. R. Sammons/Crisis
7.  The Importance of Contemplation – Anne DeSantis at Catholic365
8.  10 Best Ways To Start (& Keep) Your Kids Praying The Rosary – Jessica McAfee at epicPew
9.  Balance & Self-Mastery – Joannie Watson at Integrated Catholic Life™
10.  What Can Spiritual Fatherhood Look Like? – Editorial Board at Our Sunday Visitor

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MORNING ISSUE, TOP-12 MOST VISITED NEWS LINKS:
1.  Three Important Devotions to Combat the Evil of Our Times – Catholic365
2.  Is It Always a Grave Sin to Skip Sunday Mass? – E. Christian Brugger at N. C. Register
3.  The Five Sacramentals Every Catholic Needs to Live a Holy Life – ChurchPOP
4.  When Is There Too Much Whisky? – John Horvat, II, at The Imaginative Conservative
5.  Will You Be Remembered, & Does It Matter? – Patti Maguire Armstrong at epicPew
6.  What is the “San Damiano Cross”? – Get Fed™
7.  St. Gemma Galgani: 20th Century Stigmatist – Ven. Fr. Germanus, C.P., at Tan·Direction
8.  Be More than just a Parent & Become a Catholic Parent – Gary Houchens at Missio Dei
9.  Five Steps to Better Parenting – Randy Hain at Integrated Catholic Life™
10.  Statement Sweaters That “Yule” Be Thankful For! – Meghan Ashley Styling/Cthlc Mōdê Blog
11.  What is an Exorcist? – Philip Kosloski at Aleteia
12.  How to (Not) Annoy People when Fundraising – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net

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MORNING ISSUE, TOP-10 MOST VISITED NEWS LINKS:
1.  The Great Catholic Exodus – Shane Schaetzel at Complete Christianity
2.  Think This Might Be Why The Left Wants to Destroy Marriage? – Creative Minority Report
3.  Swiss Bishop: I No Longer Expect Anything Good from the Upcoming Synod – N. C. Register
4.  Amy Welborn’s ‘Jesus Livingston Seagull’ – Rod Dreher at The American Conservative
5.  Bishops back Beatification Cause of ‘Angel of the Eucharist’ – Luke Coppen at The Pillar
6.  It Took Real Skill to Blow This Election – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
7.  New Notes for Vatican II’s History, as the Faith Crumbles – Sandro Magister at Settimo Cielo
8.  Tough Talk about Vatican II & the Aftermath – Philip F. Lawler, Ph.D., at Catholic Culture
9.  The Pope & Synod: Hangmen of the Great Commission – Kevin Wells at Crisis Magazine
10.  “Who am I to Judge?” The World’s Selective Judgmentalism – Fr. John Hunwicke
Bonus: Big Pulpit & FŒDVS Needs Your Donations – Tito Edwards at Big Pulpit & FŒDVS Blog

Opinion:
The Links between Cannabis & Psychosis Can No Longer be Ignored – A. DeVille, Ph.D./C. W. R.

Christendom:
Cardinal Sins & Spotty Vatican Responses – Christopher R. Altieri at The Catholic World Report
Why Pope St. Leo Matters Today – Fr. Dwight Longenecker
Vatican Auditors Sue Secretariat of State, Allege Widespread Financial Corruption – The Pillar
Russian Catholic Bishops Courageous Under Putin – T. S. Flanders at One Peter 5
An Unfailing Treasure: ‘Christifideles Laici’ & the Laity’s Call to Holiness – David Werning/O. S. V.
Spanish Bishop Appoints Controversial Ex-Communist as Head of Campus Ministry – C. W. R.

Ireland:
A Deacon’s Plea to Bishop Browne of Kerry, Ireland – Dcn. James Toner, Ph.D., at One Peter 5

Great Britain:
Mourners Pay Tribute to ‘Much-Loved’ Scottish Archbishop – M. Teahan/C. N. A./N. C. Register

Australia:
Australia’s National Broadcaster is Clueless about Religion – Samuel John at MercatorNet

China:
Our Lady of Naju: New Catholic Movement Followers Harassed in Hong Kong – Bitter Winter

Canada:
U. S. Archeparchy’s Auxiliary Bishop Named Auxiliary for Winnipeg Archeparchy – C. N. S./O. S. V.

America:
Communism is Destroying Men in America; Video & Podcast – The Catholic Gentleman
How to (Not) Annoy People when Fundraising – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
What Will the U. S. Bishops’ Post-Roe Pro-Life Advocacy Look Like? – J. Liedl at N. C. Register
C.C.H.D. Violates Own Guidelines, Gives Funds to Las Vegas Pro-Abortion Org. – Lepanto

Religion:
The Most Dangerous Post-Election Lie – Rod Dreher at The American Conservative

Vocations:
Six American Bishops Talk About Their Vocations – Jim Graves at National Catholic Register

Spirituality:
The Signs a Soul is Saved Given St. Avellino – Mary O’Regan at Mary’s Blog
What Does a Modern Exorcism Look Like? – Julie Fenwick at Vice
Can Souls in Purgatory Visit Us? – Philip Kosloski at Aleteia

Politics:
Mark Shea & That Vaunted Whole Life Ethic – David Griffey at Daffey Thoughts
The Lioness Explains the Math – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
The G. O. P.’s Mid-Term Failure; No Paywall – The Editorial Board at The Wall Street Journal
America Is Patty Hearst, & Mid-Terms Decided by Stockholm Syndrome – John Zmirak, Ph.D.
The Lethal Fallout of Wokeness in Medicine – Connor Vasile at MercatorNet
Republican Party Staves Off Red Wave; Satire – The Babylon Bee
The Inalienable Right to Religious Liberty – Samuel Gregg, D.Phil., at Law & Liberty
Trump Is the Republican Party’s Biggest Loser; No Paywall – Editorial Board at Wall Street Journal
California G. O. P. Has No Roadmap to Win Statewide Office – The American Spectator
Biden Can Win in 2024; Can a Catholic Belong to Greek Letter Frats & Sororities – David L. Gray
Since Dobbs Decision Leak, Violence Against Pro-Lifers 22 Times+ That of Pro-Choicers – CMR

Theology:
Love of the World – Fr. David J. Nix at Pilgrim Priest

Books:
Humanitarian Award Winner Helps Set Captives Free Amid Hopeless Situations – Ignitum Today
Gregorius Magnus: New Edition Published – Joseph Shaw, J.D., at The Chairman’s Blog

History:
The Heroic Story of Catholic Poland – Ed West at Wrong Side of History
How the Image of the Virgin of Almudena Survived the Eighth-Century Muslim Invasion – C. W. R.

Free Enterprise:
The Most Important Economic Idea for Catholics – Michael Pakaluk, Ph.D., at Our Sunday Visitor

Saint Blogs:
How to be a Christian Nationalist – Shane Schaetzel at Complete Christianity

Philosophy:
God’s Moral Dilemma – J. P. Nunez at Catholic Stand

Culture:
Every Pro-Life Republican Governor Who Signed an Abortion Ban Won Re-Election – Life News
Ron DeSantis Understands that the Culture War is a Winner – Andrea Widburg/American Thinker
Florida Bracing for New Influx of Residents Fleeing Blue States after Dems’ Success – N. Y. Post
Statement Sweaters That “Yule” Be Thankful For! – Meghan Ashley Styling, a Catholic Mōdê Blog
Pro-Life Group Criticizes G. O. P. – Samantha Kamman at The Christian Post
You Can Have More Pictures of Mary than Jesus – Fr. Seb. Walshe at Catholic Answers Magazine
More Tech, Less Teen Happiness – Jenet Erickson at Institute for Family Studies
Kevin DeYoung on the Case for Kids; Podcast – R. R. Reno, III, Ph.D., at First Things

Obituary:
Archbishop Emeritus Mario Conti Dies Aged 88 – Patrick Hudson & Brian Morton at The Tablet

Statecraft:
How to Encourage Religious Freedom in Afghanistan – Aref Dostyar/Religious Freedom Institute

Short Links:
German Bishop Says Church Teaching on Sexuality Is Wrong – uCatholic

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MORNING ISSUE, TOP-10 MOST VISITED NEWS LINKS:
1.  This Pontificate has Diverged from the Council’s Teaching in Several Ways – George Weigel
2.  The Return of the Brown Scapular, Despite Vatican II – Fr. Jeffrey F. Kirby, S.T.D., Ph.D., at Crisis
3.  The Hermeneutic of Rupture is Absurd – Pope Benedict XVI via The Catholic Thing
4.  Peeking Inside the Synod on Synodality’s Boardroom – Fr. Raymond J. de Souza/N. C. Register
5.  The Wreck of Vatican II – Michael Pakaluk, Ph.D., at The Catholic Thing
6.  “And the Word became Ideology”: At the Synod, a Falsified Church – L. Scrosati via Rorate Cæli
7.  Baptists, Were You Right to Leave the Catholic Church? – Steve Ray at Defenders of the. . .
8.  The Child Sacrifice Cult Wins & Trump M. A. G. A. Loses – David L. Gray
9.  2022 Election Post Mortem – Shane Schaetzel at Complete Christianity
10.  C. C. H. D. Funded the Promotion of the 2020 B. L. M. Riots in New Orleans – Lepanto Inst.

Opinion:
Christian Russia & the Western “Errors of Russia” – Caterina Lorenzo-Molo, Ph.D., at One Peter 5

Christendom:
Here’s What the Vatican is Doing for the World Day of the Poor – H. Brockhaus/C. N. A./C. W. R.
Judge Rules Indian Cardinal Must Appear in Court – Luke Coppen at The Pillar
Worldwide Women’s Rosary Announced for December 8 – A. C. I. Prensa & C. N. A. via The C. W. R.
Pope Francis Accepts Resignation of German Bishop Found Guilty of Embezzlement – C. N. A.
In Ukraine, Religion Under Occupation – Anatolii Babynskyi at The Pillar
Red Week Lights Up Buildings & Places in Red in Memory of Persecuted Christians – Zenit

America:
C. C. H. D. Funds Women’s Ordination, Sodomy, & Abortion – M. Hichborn at Lepanto Institute
Sunday Mass Obligation Reinstituted for Catholics in the Archdiocese of Chicago – N. C. Register
How to (Not) Annoy People when Fundraising – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Pennsylvania: A Tale of Two Casey’s & the Death of a Pro-Life Catholic State – N. C. Register
Catholic Mental Health Ministers Releases New Film Series for Those Impacted by Suicide – I. T.
Mattress Mack’s Record-Breaking Bet Will Benefit Others – Cerith Gardiner at Aleteia
Steubenville Bishop Says Proposed Merger Needs More Diocesan Discussion – C. N. A./O. S. V.

France:
French Church Uncovers Clerical Sexual Abuse Cases of 11 Bishops – Christianity Daily
‘Shock’ Over French Bishops Who Allegedly Covered Up Abuse – Céline Hoyeau at La Croix
French Authorities Investigate Cardinal Who Admitted Abuse – Lk. Coppen at The Pillar

Politics:
America’s Death Wish – George Neumayr at The American Spectator
The Democrats’ False Victory – Joel Kotkin at UnHerd
Election Day 2022: Here’s What We Know about Catholic Voters – J. McKeown/C. N. A./C. W. R.
The Elections Were a Clash of Civilizations – Joel Kotkin at Sp!ked
Conservatives Impose Abortion on Northern Ireland, with Help from Sinn Fein – Catholic Arena
In the Left’s New Tack on Abortion, Pro-Lifers See a Miscarriage of Facts – MercatorNet
The Democratic Party Is Losing the Catholic Vote – Tim Huelskamp at RealClearPolitics
Communism Victims Urge Governments to Recognize Human Damage – Christianity Daily
Pro-Life Pregnancy Networks See Impacts of Dobbs, Report 6% Natl Abortion Decrease – Rgstr

Religion:
Night Trippers Of Blighty – Rod Dreher at The American Conservative
Lambeth 2022: Where Do We Stand Now? – Andrew Goddard at Covenant
Boston Pays Out $2.1M to Settle Christian Flag Legal Case – Mk. Pratt at A. P. via Crux
When It Comes to Jews, the A. D. L. Now Does More Harm than Good – Liel Leibovitz at Tablet
America Can’t Turn Away From the Hazara Genocide – Niamatullah Ibrahimi/The National Interest

Liturgy:
Awe-inspiring C. D.s on Advent & Adoration Reveal Beauty & Kindle Devotion for the Liturgy – I. T.
Unfinished Business: Newman, the Mass & Office – Fr. John Hunwicke at Mutual Enrichment
The Novus Ordo or the Freemason Mass? – Edward J. Barr, Esq., at Roma Locuta Est

Sacred Scripture:
Evil: Beyond “A Mystery To Be Endured” – Guy McClung, Ph.D., J.D., at Catholic Stand
Amazing Petra! Where Aaron Died at the Age of 123; + Video – Steve Ray at Defenders of the. . .

Vocations:
Responding to God’s Call: Priest, Monk, Religious Sister Reflect on Natl Vocations Week – Rgstr

Saint Blogs:
Pictures from This Year’s Sacred Liturgy Conference – Gregory DiPippo/New Liturgical Movement

History:
History of Hermits of the Catholic Church: Video & Podcast – Fr. David J. Nix at Pilgrim Priest

Culture:
Statement Sweaters That “Yule” Be Thankful For! – Meghan Ashley Styling, a Catholic Mōdê Blog

Statecraft:
Ukraine Church Leader: No Deal with Russia if They See Us as a Colony – Premier Christian News
Russian Ambassador Confirms Pope Helped Facilitate Prisoner Exchanges – C. N. S. via O. S. V.

Short Links:
Bupkis to Do With Catholicism – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

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AFTERNOON ISSUE, TOP-10 MOST VISITED NEWS LINKS:
1.  That Was More Than Disappointing – Matthew Archbold at Creative Minority Report
2.  The Red Wave That Wasn’t – Rod Dreher at The American Conservative
3.  Trump on Policy, Good; Trump the Man, Horrible – The American Catholic
4.  The Red Wave That Wasn’t – Eric R. Sammons at Crisis Magazine
5.  Republicans: 222 – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
6.  Incumbent Governor Stacey Abrams Loses Bid For Reelection; Satire – The Babylon Bee
7.  How Did Abortion Fare on the Ballot? – Matthew Archbold at Creative Minority Report
8.  The Pope Comes Up in Daily Wire’s Election Coverage – Our Sunday Visitor
9.  Removal of 480-year-old Crucifix from G7 Meeting  Hall Condemned – The Tablet
10.  Catholic J. D. Vance Declared Winner in Close U. S. Senate Race in Ohio – N. C. Register

AFTERNOON ISSUE, U. S. Mid-Term Elections A. D. 2022:
Proposition 1: California Votes for Abortion in Mid-Terms 2022 – K. Yoder/C. N. A./N. C. Register
Ask Your Bishop to Speak-Out in Support of U. S. Election Integrity – Complicit Clergy
Pro-Life Amendment Fails in Kentucky, News Outlet Projects – K. Yoder/C. N. A. via N. C. Register
No Red Wave, but Midterm Elections Give Both Parties Much to Ponder – Michael Sean Winters
2022 Mid-Terms & Abortion: How Did the States Vote? – K. Yoder at C. N. A. via N. C. Register
2022 Mid-Terms: Which Party Came Out on Top? – Sh. Mullen, et al. at C. N. A. via The C. W. R.
Vermont Votes to Enshrine Abortion in Constitution, News Outlet Projects – N. C. Register
Congressional Balance of Power Still in Question the Morning after Election Day – O. S. V.

AFTERNOON ISSUE, Christendom:
On St. John Lateran, the Cathedral Church of Rome – Fr. Peter M. J. Stravinskas at The C. W. R.
Pope Benedict on the Feast of the Dedication of the Lateran Basilica – Catholicism Pure & Simple
St. John Lateran — Why Do We Have a Feast Day for a Building? – Kathy Schiffer at N. C. Register
Dedication of St. John Lateran of Rome – Denise Trull at T. O. H. Blog

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MORNING ISSUE, TOP-10 MOST VISITED NEWS LINKS:
1.  A Masculine Hymn Expunged from American Hymnals – Anthony M. Esolen, Ph.D., at Word. . .
2.  Is This What Mary Looked Like? – Michael Brown at Spirit Daily Blog
3.  Before & After: Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception– Lake Charles, Louisiana – L. A. J.
4.  Chicago Cathedral Employee Assaults Peaceful Rosary Rally Participant – Complicit Clergy
5.  Bishop Mutsaerts: God & Holy Spirit Absolutely Not in Damned Synodal Process – Rorate Cæli
6.  Bishops Against the Synod: from Holland to Switzerland; Translated – C. Esteban/InfoVaticana
7.  Cardinal Ricard’s Confession Sparks the Latest Catholic Crisis in France – Our Sunday Visitor
8.  New Website! – Eric Sammons at Crisis Magazine
9.  New Novena Ignites Readers Faith thru Sacraments & Our Lady of Mt. Carmel – Ignitum Today
10.  Is this 10-year-old’s Version of “Ave Maria” the Most Exquisite Yet? – Cerith Gardiner/Aleteia

Christendom:
The Medieval Swiss Knight Who Left His Name on the Walls of Jerusalem – Israel 21c
The Fifth Gospel: The Shroud; + Blog Video & Documentary Video – Catholicism Pure & Simple
Christianity on the Very Edge of Extinction in Iraq – Michael Gryboski at Christian Post
Mexican Bishops Defend the Presence of Christian Symbols on Public Property – N. C. Register

America:
CCHD Gave Funds to a Marxist Paramilitary Leader that Promotes Sodomy & Abortion – Lepanto
How to (Not) Annoy People when Fundraising – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Forgive Big Brother Seventy Times Seven Times? – Mary Cuff at Crisis Magazine

Ireland:
25% of Ireland’s Priests Will Age Out in Next 15 Years – J. P. Mauro at Aleteia

Politics:
Math is a Stubborn Thing – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Remember What the Democrats Did – Sohrab Ahmari at The American Conservative
Those Who Brought Us Covid & Its “Solutions” Must Be Punished: They Won’t Be – Briggs, Ph.D.
Does Affirming a Student’s Transgender Identity Constitute Mental-Health Counseling? – Rgstr

Spirituality:
Seven Truths about Purgatory – Amelia Monroe Carlson at Catholic365
St. Peter Damian’s Great Charity to His Neglectful Father – Mary O’Regan at Mary’s Blog
The Gift of Spiritual Directors – Thomas J. Neal, Ph.D., at Neal Obstat Theological Opining

Evangelization:
Cross & Crucifix: A Study in Their Meaning & Usage, Responding to a Protestant – Steve Ray

Philosophy:
When Is Your Soul Created? – Fr. Reginald Martin at Simply Catholic

Art:
The Miraculous Marian Image that Ended a Plague. . . – Get Fed™
The Art of Statue Restoration with E. A. Hayes Studio – John Paul Sonnen/Liturgical Arts Journal

Religion:
Pope Francis Will Bestow Historic Papal Knighthood on a Rabbi – E. J. Greenberg/The Algemeiner
A Divided Island Faces Uncertain Future after Death of Cyprus Orthodox Archbishop – C. W. R.
Study: Teens Offer Hope For Christianity – David Kinnaman at U. S. A. Today
Voting for Biblical Values Is Not Christian Nationalism – Allie Beth Stuckey at W. N. G.

Culture:
A Daily Checklist for Joy-Filled Single Years – Molly Farinholt at Radiant Magazine
Can Catholics be Interred in a Mausoleum? – Philip Kosloski at Aleteia

Sacred Scripture:
A Practice of Fruitful Scripture Reading – Pamela Mandela at Catholic Stand
Do We Really Believe in the Resurrection of the Dead? – Fr. N. Moneme, O.M.V./Catholic Exchange

Architecture:
Out-Law, Dis-Order, & In-Justice in Concrete: Design of Scottish Parliament Building – N. L. M.

Literature:
Fiction Today & the Catholic Faith: An Interview with Dr. Joshua Hren – Jesse Russell/The C. W. R.

History:
How Earth’s Population Exploded – ABS-CBN News
How the Crusades Spawned the World’s First Financial Services Company – Big Think

Statecraft:
Caution for the Ukraine Discussion – Caterina Lorenzo-Molo, Ph.D., at One Peter 5

Saint Blogs:
Statement Sweaters That “Yule” Be Thankful For! – Meghan Ashley Styling, a Catholic Mōdê Blog

Short Links:
A True Slap in the Face to All Pro-Life Women – D. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Fake but Accurate News – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Pray that John Henry Newman is Declared a Doctor of the Church – Fr. John Hunwicke

Highlights from The American Catholic:
A Pro-Life Moment – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

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MORNING ISSUE, TOP-10 MOST VISITED NEWS LINKS:
1.  Small Catholic College Produces Priests, Nuns, & Vocations – Creative Minority Report
2.  A New Chapel for the Franciscan University of Steubenville to Replace the Ugly One – L. A. J.
3.  D. J. Priest Desecrates the Holy Mass; + Video – Mt. Archbold at Creative Minority Report
4.  Cardinal Cupich have Taken Care of That “Problem” of Too Many Masses – D. McClarey, J.D.
5.  Popular Catholic Permanently Suspended from Twitter – Fr. Victor Feltes at Parishable Items
6.  Faithful Cry Over Vatican Crackdown of Philadelphia’s Traditional Carmelites; + Video – CMR
7.  The Confessions of an Ex-L. G. B. T. Activist – Gavin Ashenden
8.  Big Pulpit Needs Your Support – Tito Edwards at Big Pulpit Blog
9.  Steubenville Merger Off U. S. C. C. B. Agenda – The Pillar
10.  Fr. Sean Sheehy Crucified by Bishop & Would You Vote for a. . . – David L. Gray

Synod on Synodality:
Working Document for Synod’s Continental Stage Calls for Reform of Church Structures – Rgstr

Christendom:
Dutch Bishop Defends ‘Not-So-Rosy’ Ad Limina Report – Luke Coppen at The Pillar
Long-Awaited Traditional Catholic Planners Fulfill Key Spiritual, Practical Needs – Ignitum Today
Pope Calls on Religious Not to be Discouraged by Lack of Vocations or by Aging – N. C. Register
Brother Alexis Bugnolo’s Faulty Logic, Faulty Comprehension with Respect to Canon 17 – R. L. E.

America:
Chicago Rosary Rally Assaulted – Danniel Pribble at One Peter 5
Catholic Priests Falsely Accused – Beyond These Stone Walls
U. S. Election Predictions – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Karine Jean-Pierre Lies, Falsely Claims F. B. I. Hasn’t Arrested Pro-Life Americans – Life News
Three Midterm Outcomes that could Make or Break Catholic Priorities – Kate Scanlon at O. S. V.
Phony Catholic Col. Forum Now Promoting Diversity in Abuse Scandal – TheMediaReport.com
Covid ‘Amnesty’ – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Archbishop Cordileone Will Pray Rosary for Peace Live on Election Day, Join Him – ChurchPOP
C. C. H. D. Funds LGBT & Socialist Activism – Michael Hichborn at Lepanto Institute
How to (Not) Annoy People when Fundraising – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net

Europe:
Outrage & Despair in France at Scale of Abuse by Bishops – Tom Heneghan at The Tablet
French Cardinal Admits to Abusing Teen Girl 35 Years Ago – Catholic News Service

Religion:
Is the American Church Caving in Like the German Church Under Hitler? – Jn. Zmirak, Ph.D./C. C.

Statecraft:
There Is Only One Way The Ukraine War Can End – Daniel Davis at 1945
Russia Occupies American Land, Too; No Paywall – Thomas E. Dans at The Wall Street Journal
Death, Destruction, & Demography – Louis T. March at MercatorNet

Liturgy:
The Denigration of Vocal Prayer in the Name of “Mental Prayer”: A Recipe for Disaster – N. L. M.

Sacred Scripture:
Does Scripture Prove Peter Wasn’t the First Pope? – J. P. Nunez at Catholic Exchange

History:
When Padre Pio Miraculously Stopped Planes from Dropping Bombs During WWII – uCatholic

Theology:
Do You have to Receive Communion at Mass? – Msgr. Charles E. Pope at Our Sunday Visitor
What Is Memento Mori? – Will Wright at CatholicLink

Education:
Judge Orders School to Read Pro-Life Message on Morning Announcements – Life News
A California School District’s Mounting Deceits – Michael Torres at City Journal
Failing Public Schools Motivate More Black Families to Homeschool – Lance Izumi at R. C. E.

Politics:
The Laughter of Hell & N. P. R.’s Aired Abortion – Kathryn Jean Lopez at Our Sunday Visitor
The Democrat’s Closing Pitch – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
The Tyranny of a Covid Amnesty – Mary Harrington at UnHerd
Google Is Shifting Votes On A Massive Scale, But A Solution Is At Hand – Robert Epstein
Transgenderism & Eugenics: History Doing What It Does Repetition-Wise – David Griffey
The Midterms & Gen-X Super Voters – Athan Koutsiouroumbas at R. C. P.
Nate Silver Ready for Traditional Screaming His Wildly Bad Polls Were Right; Satire – BB
Out-of-State Billionaires Soros & Bloomberg Pump Millions Into Michigan Abortion Push – Rgstr
How Catholics Think about Politics – David Mills at Our Sunday Visitor
What Does the Catholic Church Say About Elected Officials – D. Mills at National Catholic Register
Victims of Communism Memorial Day Recognizes Tens of Millions Murdered – The C. W. R.

Obituary:
Ian Ker – Fr. John Hunwicke at Mutual Enrichment

Vocations:
Nashville’s Diocesan Office of Vocations is Building ‘Culture of Vocations’ – Andy Telli at O. S. V.

Books:
Family Advent Devotion Engages Youth & Helps Families Grow in Faith – Ignitum Today
The Little Way, A Journey To The Summit Of Love, Review – Jessica McAfee at epicPew

Culture:
Three Perfect Care Packages for College Kids – Theresa Civantos Barber at Aleteia
Statement Sweaters That “Yule” Be Thankful For! – Meghan Ashley Styling, a Catholic Mōdê Blog
Gardener in Bushes Waiting to Fire Up Leaf Blower Second Your Zoom Call Starts; Satire – BB
Kids Know How to Call Your Bluff – Fr. Samuel Keyes at Catholic Answers Magazine

Literature:
Cultivating Attention: The Challenge of Reading Great Literature – H. Ordway, Ph.D../W. O. F. Blog

Spirituality:
Tripping Over Pride & Other Middle-Age Musings – Barbara Padolina at Catholic Stand
November Reminds Us of the Reality of Purgatory – Donal Anthony Foley at W. A. F.
The Incredible Life of Joseph Dutton, a Servant to the Saints & Souls of Hawaii – Joan Lewis

Music:
Before Bach, There Was Schütz – Massimo Scapin at One Peter 5

Free Enterprise:
Catholics are looking at Crypto with this New Conference & the Timing is Right – 4KITCO
Visualized: The Top Feeder Schools into Silicon Valley – Stephanie Cristea at Visual Capitalist

Short Links:
Pope Francis Continues to Suffer from Foot-In-Mouth Disease – Fr. Allan J. McDonald

Highlights from The American Catholic:
“I’m Free!” – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

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MORNING ISSUE, TOP-10 MOST VISITED NEWS LINKS:
We Need Your Support – Tito Edwards at Newsman
1.  Behind the Convent Walls – Lifting the Veil of Abuse – Christina M. Sorrentino/Ignitum Today
2.  Brazilian Locutionist Prophesizes Pope Francis, Three Days of Darkness, & More – Lepanto
3.  Pope Criticizes German Catholic Reform Movement – Saim Dušan Inayatullah/Deutsche Welle
4.  I Disagree with Ross Douthat on the ‘Intentions’ of Vatican II – Amy Welborn at Charlotte. . .
5.  Dear Pope, are You Listening to What You are Saying? – Fr. Allan J. McDonald at Southern. . .
6.  How Vatican II Failed Catholics & Catholicism; No Paywall – Ross Douthat at New York Times
7.  See Topeka’s Assumption Church before Iconic Towers Removed, Capped Off – C. J. Online
8.  Green Party Surrounds Fr. Sheehy’s Church During Mass to Intimidate – Catholic Arena
9.  The Problem with ‘Recreational’ Sex – Anthony M. Esolen, Ph.D., at The Catholic Thing
10.  Priest Defiant after Bishop Rebukes Him for Condemning ‘Lunatic’ Transgenderism – F. N. C.

Year of the Eucharist:
Our Lord Appears to St. Thomas Aquinas; Podcast – Blessed Carlo Acutis
The Eucharist & Voting Our Christian Conscience – D. Bushman at The Catholic World Report

Synod on Synodality:
Papal Posse Slams Newly Released Working Document on Synodality – The World Over/C. C.
“Church” Without Sacraments, Priests? On Desacerdotalization of Church in Germany – R. Cæli

Second Vatican Council:
Did Vatican II Change Pius X’s Condemnation of Modernism? – Rory Fox at Catholic Stand

Christendom:
Pope Francis Praises Pro-Abortion Economist on Papal Commission – The Catholic World Report
Is Bureaucracy Killing Your Local Parish? – Theresa Civantos Barber at Aleteia
Amnesty After the Lockdown? For Whom? – Philip F. Lawler, Ph.D., at Catholic Culture
An Interview with The Custodians of the Holy Land – F. Ruffolo at Catholic Stand
Polarization in the Church: How Can It Be Overcome? – Carlo Lancellotti at N. C. Register
Our Exaggerated Concern for “Community” – James Baresel at Crisis Magazine
Nigeria Bishop Addresses the Evils of Islamist Extremism at Interfaith Summit – N. C. Register

Europe:
Sister Lucia’s The Sanctuary of Apparitions in Ruinous State – The Sanctuary
‘Holy Belt’ Of Virgin Arrives In Athens – Paula Tsoni at Greek Reporter

America:
St. Louis Archdiocese Has Bigger-Than-Expected Church Cuts, Parishioners Fight Back​ – S.T.L.
Columbus Diocese May Close Up To 19 Churches – Danae King at The Columbus Dispatch
How (Not) to Annoy People when Fundraising – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Parishioner’s Labor of Love Restores Vandalized Statue at California Church – C. N. A.
C.C.H.D. Violates Own Rules to Fund Organizations that Act Against Catholic Teaching – Lepanto
Render to Caesar what is Caesar’s but to God what is God’s – Fr. Pet. M. J. Stravinskas at C. W. R.

Culture:
N. B. C.’s Unintended Parody of Roe v. Wade – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
The Coming Storm Over Trans ‘Tuskegee Experiment’ – Rod Dreher at The American Conservative
Statement Sweaters That “Yule” Be Thankful For! – Meghan Ashley Styling, a Catholic Mōdê Blog
The Brady Bunch & the ‘Primal Wounds’ Caused by Divorce – Alyssa Murphy at N. C. Register
A Map of Every European City – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Of Tattoos & Stigmata – Fr. Thomas G. Weinandy, O.F.M., Cap., at The Catholic Thing
In Affirmative Action Program, Starbucks Forced To Hire One Straight Male Barista; Satire – BB
The Lord of the Rings in a Nutshell – Joseph Pearce at Crisis Magazine
This School Took Away Smartphones, The Kids Don’t Mind; No Paywall – The Wall Street Journal
How We can Help Our Children Remain Innocent – Fr. Michael Rennier at Aleteia

Politics:
N. B. C. & the Pelosi Attack: Something Stinks in San Francisco. . . – Al Perrotta
N. B. C.’s Cover Up of the Paul Pelosi Mystery – D. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
The Integralists, the Deep State, & Raisins – Austin Ruse at Crisis Magazine
We Victims of ‘Victimless Crimes’ – David Carline at The Catholic Thing
The Parents’ Revolt – Nate Hochman at City Journal

Spirituality:
Exorcist Diary: Demons Claim A Priest – Msgr. Stephen J. Rossetti, D.Min., D.D., Ph.D.
17 Signs From St. Josemaría Will Help You Know if You Are Humble, & More Links – Tito Edwards
Exorcist Diary: Satan’s Spirit Of Rebellion – Msgr. Stephen J. Rossetti, D.Min., D.D., Ph.D.
60 Holy Masses to Free a Narcissist from Purgatory – Mary O’Regan at Mary’s Blog

Sacred Scripture:
No Marriage in Heaven – Fr. Chris Pietraszko at Missio Dei

Liturgy:
The Silent Roman Canon & the Way to Shorten It Too, in Modern Missal – Fr. Allan J. McDonald
The Old Pentecost – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Movement

Books:
Ten Philosophers Who Discovered Catholicism – Catherine Kavanaugh at MercatorNet
New Guide Offers Tips to Prepare for Good Confession & Receive God’s Healing – Ignitum Today
Book Interview: All One in Christ: A Catholic Critique of Racism & C. R. T. by Ed Feser – B. N.
Pray & Think Imaginative Rosary Book, Review – Jessica McAfee at epicPew

Film, T. V., & Streaming:
Are We Approaching the End Times? New E. W. T. N. Series Takes a Closer Look – N. C. Register
‘The View’ Will Now Just Be One Hour Of Hosts Beating White Women With Sticks; Satire – BB
So, About All Those Swear Words in ‘Father Stu’: A Cleaned-Up Version is on the Way! – C. W. R.

Obituaries:
In Memoriam: Ian Ker (1942-2022) – Edward Short at The Catholic World Report
In Memoriam: Fr. Frederick L. Miller, S.T.D. – Fr. Brian X. Needles at Homiletic & Pastoral Review

Religion:
Gay Marriage is Not Marriage – Fr. Calvin Robinson
Report: Some People Are Still Atheists Even Though Breakfast Burritos Exist; Satire – The B. B.

Statecraft:
After Putin; No Paywall – Various at The Wall Street Journal

Archeology:
New Archaeological Evidence of Biblical King Hezekiah Found in Jerusalem – D. Esparza/Aleteia

Short Links:
Dear Twitter Employees, How to Find a Job by Keystone Pipeliners – The American Catholic
Hard Truths: Women Who are Pro-Science & Anti-Violence are Also Pro-Life – The Am Catholic

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MORNING ISSUE, TOP-10 MOST VISITED LINKS:
Sunday:  . . .it’s Sunday, attend Mass, decompress, unwind, & rest. . .
Bonus:  Our Lord Appears to St. Thomas Aquinas; Podcast – Blessed Carlo Acutis
1.  Be Patient, Yes, but Not to the Point of Losing Self-Respect – Silvia Lucchetti at Aleteia
2.  Saint John Paul II & the Gift & Duty of Our Talents – Paul Kengor, Ph.D., at Tan·Direction
3.  Dr. Ray Guarendi’s Tactical Primer to Quell Fury & Embrace Forgiveness – N. C. Register
4.  How To Resist Spiritual Desolation – Sophia Institute Press via Catholic Spiritual Direction
5.  Searching for God in the Midst of Doubt & Confusion – Ralph Hathaway at Catholic365
6.  Conversion Story: Finding Equilibrium – Cara Valle at C. H. N. International
7.  Discernment of Spirits, Part I: Introductory Concepts; Podcast – Ermatinger/Padre Pio Press
8.  Beginning with the End in Mind: Adoration, Atonement, Thanksgiving, Petition – Views from. . .
9.  Making Room for Mercy in Friendships – Bec Crooks at Radiant Magazine
10.  Dr. Jeff LaCour on Suffering, Marriage, & Surrender to God; Video – The Catholic Gentleman

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MORNING ISSUE, TOP-10 MOST VISITED NEWS LINKS:
1.  Open Letter to Priests of Steubenville Diocese – A Concerned Brother Priest at O. S. V.
2.  What Emily Oster Said in ‘The Atlantic’ & Why It is Not Acceptable – Leila Marie Lawler
3.  Priests Must Preach About Sin – Fr. Jerry J. Pokorsky at Catholic Answers Magazine
4.  The Merciless Candidacy of John Fetterman – Sean Fitzpatrick at Crisis Magazine
5.  Cardinal Burke & Bishop Schneider Restate Concerns About Restrictions on T. L. M. – Register
6.  Political Manipulation of Synodal Process Doesn’t Reflect Church Mission; Vid – Arroyo, et al.
7.  ‘The View’ Host Calls Republican Women “Roaches” – Mt. Archbold at Creative Minority Report
8.  Adios, Democratic Latinos (& Many Others) – Rod Dreher at The American Conservative
9.  AOC Wistfully Doodles ‘Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez-Musk’ Inside Heart In Notebook; Satire – BB
10.  Abortion Won’t Save Democrats on Tuesday – Alexandra DeSanctis at N. R. O.

Christendom:
Pope Francis Calls for Restoring Christian Unity During Bahrain Visit – C. N. A. via N. C. Register
Former Governor of Hong Kong Criticizes Vatican-China Agreement – Ed. Pentin at N. C. Register

America:
U. S. Bishops Give Your Church Donations to Promote Contraception & Abortion – Lepanto Inst.
How to Annoy People when Fundraising – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Prayer Rally to Fight Michigan Abortion Proposal is Victim of Pro-Choice Cyber Attack –  C. W. R.

Spirituality:
What Does Silence Know? – Rose of Sharon at Light of Love
Three Simple Prayers for When Praying is Hard – Liesl Bee at Ignitum Today
The Reception of Mercy Begins with Repentance – Jeffrey A. Mirus, Ph.D., at Catholic Culture

Politics:
Racial Identity Politics: A Warning From Sarajevo – Rod Dreher at The American Conservative
The Latest on the Midterms & the Synod; Podcast – Jeanette De Melo/National Catholic Register

Culture:
Statement Sweaters That “Yule” Be Thankful For! – Meghan Ashley Styling, a Catholic Mōdê Blog

Religion:
Five Key Religion Storylines In The 2022 Midterm Elections – Bobby Ross, Jr./Religion Unplugged
Top Muslim Cleric Uses Francis’ Bahrain Visit to Suggest Sunni-Shiite Summit – Ch. White
Why Christians Should Exercise Their Right to Vote in Elections – Amelia M. Carlson/Catholic365

BONUS NEWS LINKS:
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LATE-MORNING ISSUE:
1.  Kerry Priest Refuses to Back Down over Homily: Says He Got Standing Ovation – GRIPT
2.  Catholic Lectionary: A New U. S. Lectionary is Coming – Alexis Kutarna at Source & Summit
3.  Pope Emeritus Is Suffering Very Much Because of the Situation of the Church – Zenit
4.  Virgin Photographed In Sun? – Jacqueline Burkepile at ChurchPOP
5.  The Devil’s Children – David Griffey at Daffey Thoughts
6.  No Covid Amnesty for Bishops, Theologians, et al., Either – Leila Marie Lawler at Happy. . .
7.  The Vatican’s New Synod Document Radically Overturns Christian Teaching – Gavin Ashenden
8.  Has a Priest in Ireland been Cancelled by His Bishop for Preaching against Sin – Catholic Hrld
9.  Bishop Barron Expresses ‘Outrage,’ Vows to Reconsecrate Vandalized Cemetery – NC Register
10.  Jesuit University Faces Legal Challenge Over Covid Booster Mandate – Le•gal In•sur•rec•tion
Bonus:
Statement Sweaters That “Yule” Be Thankful For! – Meghan Ashley Styling, a Catholic Mōdê Blog
How (Not) to Annoy People when Fundraising – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net

Year of the Eucharist:
15 Ways to Build a Eucharistic Catholic Home – Theoni Bell at One Peter 5

Synod on Synodality:
At Synod on Synodality, Will Bishops Talk about Sex? – Ed. Condon at The Pillar

Second Vatican Council:
Vatican II has always been Seriously Misunderstood – Damian Thompson at The Spectator

Christendom:
“I’m in a Lot of Pain,” Admits Pope En Route to Bahrain – Aleteia
Cardinal Hollerich Want’s a Church as a Leftist N. G. O. – D. McClarey, J.D./The American Catholic
Yet Another Jesuit on Francis’s Team, at the Academy for Life They Know Him Well – S. Magister
Christian Monastery Possibly Pre-Dating Islam Found in United Arab Emirates – A. P. via Crux
Mariana Mazzucato’s Reveal – Michael Pakaluk at Crisis Magazine
Lumen Gentium Destroys Benepapism in Toto – Steven O’Reilly at Roma Locuta Est
St. Charles Borromeo – November 4 – Amy Welborn at Charlotte Was Both
Pope Francis Calls for End of Death Penalty During Bahrain Visit – C. N. A. via The C. W. R.

America:
Will One of These Men be the Next American Bishop to be Canonized? – M. R. Heinlein at O. S. V.
How Daylight Savings Time Affects Our Children – John M. Grondelski, Ph.D., at N. C. Register
U. S. Bishops Give Our Church Donations to L. G. B. T. Activism in Buffalo – Lepanto Institute
‘Government Oversight’ for N. Y. Diocese? Not Exactly – The Pillar
New Catholic Reporters, Digital Editor Bring Experience & Passion to O. S. V. News – O. S. V.
This Election Season, Don’t Let Politics Turn Fellow Catholics into Enemies – Charles Camosy

Ireland:
A Reminder From a Tiny Village in Donegal – Cynthia Millen at Catholic Stand
Ireland Is No Longer a Catholic Nation – Cole Kinder at Crisis Magazine

Europe:
Spanish Bishop Prays in Front of Abortuory on All Souls’ Day Despite Oppressive Law – Register

Great Britain:
English Town Outlaws Sign of the Cross & Praying in Public in Abortion ‘Safe Zone’ – Register

New Zealand:
New Zealand Cardinal: Search for Bishops for Two Vacant Dioceses ‘Underway’ – The Pillar

Middle-East:
Pope Francis Becomes First Pope to Visit Bahrain – H. Brockhaus at C. N. A. via N. C. Register

Evangelization:
Facebook Made Me Catholic – Meghan Foshay at The Coming Home Network International
What Is the Church to a Protestant? – Michael Lofton at Catholic Answers Magazine
Survey: Many Catholics Want to Share Faith, but Need Tools & Training – J. P. Mauro at Aleteia

Politics:
Trump Broke Him – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
N. P. R.: Top 40 Radio For Satanists – Rod Dreher at The American Conservative
Biden Says It May Take Days for Democrat Votes to be Double-Counted; Satire – Babylon Bee
A Coming Anti-Woke Backlash? – Rod Dreher at The American Conservative
N. P. R. Airs Recording of Woman’s Abortion: ‘What Hell Sounds Like’ – C. N. A. via The C. W. R.
Pandemic Amnesty? Not So Fast – Kennedy Hall at Crisis Magazine
Pious Frauds who Exempt George Soros f/Criticism Aren’t Fighting Anti-Semitism – Zmirak, Ph.D.
Evil Preaches Tolerance Until It is Dominant – Fr. David J. Nix at Pilgrim Priest
GOP Candidate Pat Harrigan’s Sleeping Kids Nearly Struck by Bullet Blasting Thru Window – NYP
Recognizing & Addressing Violence Across the Political Spectrum – Russell Shaw at The C. W. R.

Spirituality:
Two Businessmen in Purgatory – Mary O’Regan at Mary’s Blog
Who is the Patron Saint of the Souls in Purgatory? – Get Fed™
Seven People Saw Earth From Space & Said This Surprising Thing, & More Links – Tito Edwards
Discover an Advent Journey of Hope – Fr. Patrick Briscoe at Our Sunday Visitor
Mercy & Everyday Healing – Steve Greco at Catholic Stand
God Resists the Proud – Fr. Cajetan Mary da Bergamo at Tan·Direction
The Joys of Purgatory – Fr. Dolindo Ruotolo at Catholic Exchange
The Rapidity of Time – St. Frances de Sales at Tan·Direction

History:
How Roman Collars became the Priestly Uniform. . . – Get Fed™
Concise Video Intro’s to the 21 Ecumenical Councils – Steve Ray at Defenders of the Catholic. . .

Religion:
Michigan Muslims Rock the Casbah Over Gay Porn in Schools, Jumping En Masse to GOP – PJM
L. D. S. Church is Under Fire in Australia – Jana Reiss at Religion News Service
A Bellwether For Australian Evangelical Christians – Rod Dreher at The American Conservative

Film, T. V., & Streaming:
How Green Was My Valley (1941); Movie of the Week – Anthony M. Esolen, Ph.D., at Word & Song

Theology:
The Fracturing of Theology in a Polarized Church – C. E. Olson & Pet. J. McGregor at The C. W. R.
This Sacrament Improves Mental Health. . .Here’s Why – Luke Brown at CatholicLink
What Does the “Fire” of Purgatory Burn? – Philip Kosloski at Aleteia
The Teleological Foundations of Human Rights – Edward C. Feser, Ph.D.

Culture:
Did Jesus Have Siblings? – Msgr. Charles E. Pope at Simply Catholic
Men, Porn is More Dangerous Than You Think; Video & Podcast – The Catholic Gentleman

Liturgy:
Illustrations of Purgatory & Memento Mori in Antique Requiem Missals – Liturgical Arts Journal
Forgotten English Rituals: A New Research Project by Nico Fassino – New Liturgical Movement

Archeology:
Biblical Battles Confirmed in New Archaeological Study – Daniel Esparza at Aleteia

Books:
New Book Unveils Timeless Wisdom for Attaining Happiness in Here & Hereafter – Ignitum Today

Philosophy:
Teaching Like Socrates – John Cuddeback at Life Craft

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MORNING ISSUE, TOP-10 MOST VISITED NEWS LINKS:
1.  Benedict Names “Always & Only Pope Francis” in the Mass – Steven O’Reilly/Roma Locuta Est
2.  Biden, Archbishop Paglia, & the Mortification of the Church – George Weigel at First Things
3.  Bishop Ray Browne of Kerry, Apologizing for Hard Truths – Ph. F. Lawler, Ph.D./Catholic Culture
4.  The Grave Evil of “Recomposting” – John M. Grondelski, Ph.D., at Crisis Magazine
5.  Gloria Purvis Works to Keep the Legend Alive – David Griffey at Daffey Thoughts
6.  Pope Francis & Homer Simpson – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
7.  Why Can’t the Novus Ordo Requiem Mass be Like the Ordinariate’s? – Fr. Allan J. McDonald
8.  Greta Thornberg: Green on the Outside & Red Within – McClarey, J.D./The American Catholic
9.  Goliath Buried At Calvary? – The Jerusalem Post
10.  The Great Resignation is a Spiritual Crisis – Laura DeMaria at Catholic Stand

America:
Steubenville Priests Ask U. S. C. C. B. to Delay Merger Vote – The Pillar
Miracle As S. U. V. Sails Over Car Of Ohio Priest – Joe Burkas at Catholic News Agency
St. Robert Bellarmine, Eternal Happiness, & Fundraising – B. Sokolowski/Catholic Fundraiser
Did Virgin Visit Louisiana Chapel? – Ken Stickney at The Acadiana Advocate
U. S. C. C. B. Gave Money To Promote L. G. B. T. Ideologies – M. Hichborn at Lepanto Institute
F. D. A. Warns Against Provision of Abortion Pills to Women Before Pregnancy – N. C. Register
Chicago Catholics Bury Remains of Indigent Adults, Unborn Babies in Ceremony – N. C. Register
C. V. S., Walgreens to Pay More Than $10B to Settle Opioid Lawsuits – The Wall Street Journal

Great Britain:
Fresh Assault Against the Secrecy of Confession in England & Wales – M. Introvigne/MercatorNet
England’s Health Service Puts Brakes on Transgender Treatments for Children – N. C. Register

Europe:
German Church Tax Should be Reformed Not Abolished, Says Munich Fin. Dir. – The Pillar

Canada:
Assisted Suicide for the Mentally Ill Comes to Canada – Sus. Ciancio at The Catholic World Report

History:
Eyewitness Accounts of Encounters With Ghosts From Purgatory – R. Jared Stoudt, Ph.D.

Statecraft:
Could Russia Collapse? – Matthew Sussex at MercatorNet

Books:
Lego Books Equip Readers with Reasons for Our Worship at Mass & Sacramental Belief – I. T.
New ‘Joyfully Married’ Book, Making a Good Confession, and More Great Links! – Tito Edwards

Politics:
Spend It All – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Houston’s A. O. C., Lina Hidalgo, Is on the Rocks – John Fund at The Wall Street Journal
California’s Democratic Tax Revolt – The Editorial Board at The Wall Street Journal
And It’s November – Dale Price at Dyspeptic Mutterings
Why the Media is a Threat to Democracy – Christopher Bedford at The Federalist
Catholic Doctors Fight Groups’ Call for Investigation of ‘Gender-Affirming Care’ Critics – Register
The “Respect for Marriage Act” Will Harm Children – Jean Lloyd at MercatorNet
Big Tech + Big Government = Censorship – Rod Dreher at The American Conservative
White Suburban Women Swing Toward Backing Republicans for Congress – Wall Street Journal

Culture:
Catholic Schools Tiptoeing the Line on Gender Identity – Matthew McDonald at N. C. Register
Ballet Flats: Fashion to Dance into Your Heart – Meghan Ashley Styling, a Catholic Mōdê Blog
Sewing the Sacred: Finding the Catholic Faith Amid Fashion – Joseph Pronechen at N. C. Register
The Hallowed Ground of a Cemetery – Maura Roan McKeegan at Catholic Exchange

Liturgy:
Memento Mori Vestments for All Souls Day – Shawn R. Tribe at Liturgical Arts Journal
The Ambrosian Requiem Mass – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Movement

Literature:
American Literature & the Catholic Faith – Joseph Pearce at National Catholic Register

Spirituality:
Beyond Greed – Todd Federici at Catholic Stand
How Many Canonized Saints are There? – Get Fed™
They Will Know We Are Catholics By Our– Selfless Actions, Prayers, Courage – G. McClung, Ph.D.
Catholic Spirituality: Scripture, Tradition, & Personal Prayer – David Torkington at Catholic Stand
Memento Mori: Why You Should Remember to Die – J. Shaw, J.D., at Catholic Answers Magazine

Film, T. V., & Streaming:
Mark Wahlberg’s Father Stu Edited Down to PG-13 for Re-Release – Comic Book

Religion:
Six Midterm Election Races where Religion could Play a Major Factor – Religion Unplugged

Theology:
Why Do Catholics Pray for the Dead? & Other Questions about Purgatory Answered – The C. W. R.

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The Samizdat Herald: Click Quality, Not Bait – The Samizdat Herald

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