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SATVRDAY EDITION

MORNING ISSUE, TOP-10 MOST VISITED NEWS LINKS:
1.  Eucharistic Prayer I — From Daily Use to Muted Gem – Larry Peterson at Catholic Stand
2.  New Head Coach Marcus Freeman Resurrects the Pregame Mass Tradition! – Mt. Archbold
3.  Father Stu: Raymond Arroyo Talks with Mark Wahlberg, Mel Gibson, & Rosalind Ross – NC Reg
4.  Dying for the Fatherland, Those Heroes Who Trouble the Pope – Sandro Magister
5.  FBI Arrests My Friends After Discovering They Found Full-Term Murdered Babies – Fr. D. Nix
6.  “A Direct Frontal attack on Christian Tradition” – Fr. John Hunwicke at Mutual Enrichment
7.  The Trans Agenda is Deeply & Essentially Misogynistic – Amy Welborn at Charlotte Was Both
8.  Pope Francis’ Apology to Indigenous in Canada is Poorly Timed & Dangerous – Mt. Archbold
9.  The Tyranny of Casual – Kaleb Hammond at Missio Dei
10.  Is Facebook Censoring Catholics, New Changes May Provide Proof – CatholicFundraiser.net

HONORABLE MENTIONED:
The Justice of Ukraine’s Cause – Ed. Condon at The Pillar
No “Just Wars”? – George Weigel at Denver Catholic

BEST OF THE REST:
CBS News Showcases Fr. Mike Schmitz’ #1 ‘Bible in a Year’ Podcast in TV Interview – ChurchPOP
How To Pray? Three Ways to Encounter the Lord – Hunter Leonard at Catholic Stand
Disney’s Charm Tarnished Over Increased Political Activism, Critics Say – M. Schultz/NC Register
Bel & the Dragon in the Liturgy of Lent – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Movement
Cardinal Parolin Says that Curial Reform Might Not Be Over – A. Gagliarducci/CNA/NC Register
In Or Out? Prints That Stand the Test of Time – Meghan Ashley Styling at Catholic Mōdê Blog
Law, Politics, & 5 Abortion Victims: Will Justice Prevail in DC – K. J. Jones/CNA/NC Register
The Morality of Modern Investing (Podcast Guest: Andrew Flattery, CFP®) – Crisis Magazine

BONUS NEWS LINKS:
FŒDVS: The League of Catholic Bloggers – FŒDVS
Theopolitics: Where Religion Meets Politics – Theopolitics
Civilization Watch: Where Geopolitics Meets World History – Civilization Watch
The Samizdat Herald: Click Quality, Not Bait – The Samizdat Herald

A thank you to our Patroness: Meghan Ashley Styling

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FRIDAY EDITION

MORNING ISSUE, TOP-10 MOST VISITED NEWS LINKS:
1.  I was a Liberal Feminist, then I Entered the Church – Silica McMeans/Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
2.  The Incredible Conversion of ‘Barabbas’ in “The Passion of the Christ” – ChurchPOP
3.  Is Facebook Censoring Catholics, New Changes May Provide Proof – CatholicFundraiser.net
4.  The Smoke of Satan – George Weigel at Catholic World Report
5.  The Sciences & Homophiliac Synodality – Robert Royal, Ph.D., at The Catholic Thing
6.  Archbishop Peña Parra: Reporting Corruption Risked ‘Reputational Damage’ – The Pillar
7.  The Spirit of Vatican II Rides Again – Stephen P. White at The Catholic Thing
8.  Remains of 100 Abandoned Italian Churches Peek Through Rubble & Foliage – Colossal
9.  Touring the Fifth Circle – Edward Feser, Ph.D.
10.  Overcoming My Worst Spiritual Behavior – Randy Hain at Integrated Catholic Life™

. . . NEXT-10 MOST VISITED NEWS LINKS:
11.  On the Effects of Holy Communion – Fr. Michael Müller, C.Ss.R., at Tan·Direction
12.  How Did the Gospel Writers Know About ‘Hidden’ Events? – Dave Armstrong at NC Register
13.  “Follow Your Heart” is Awful Advice ~ The Dangers of Disney Wisdom – Gloria Romanorum
14.  NYC: Opus Dei at St. Agnes Canceled Sunday TLM after Decades of Tradition – Fr. Z’s Blog
15.  The Ten Sins of Gay Surrogacy – Leila Miller at Crisis Magazine
16.  That’s Not What the Common Good Means – J. Budziszewski, Ph.D., at Underground Thomist
17.  Erasing Women: The Misogyny of Transgenderism – Cynthia Millen at Catholic Stand
18.  Conclave Rehearsals, Those Too Much Forgotten Questions on God & Man – Sandro Magister
19.  Exorcist Diary: Burden Bearers – Msgr. Stephen J. Rossetti, D.Min., D.D., Ph.D.
20.  In Or Out? Prints That Stand the Test of Time – Meghan Ashley Styling at Catholic Mōdê Blog

HONORABLE MENTIONED:
The Saints of April Show Us How to Pray Without Ceasing – Annabelle Moseley at Aleteia
Well-Read Mom Celebrates 10 Years of Fostering Community & Literature – Ignitum Today

BEST OF THE REST:
What about ‘the Other Guys’ in the Vatican Trial? – Ed. Condon at The Pillar
The Lenten Gospel Game Plan – John Kubasak at Catholic Stand
The ‘Parmureli’ of Palm Sunday – Michelle La Rosa at The Pillar
A House of Living Stones – Denise Trull at Dappled Things
Bring in the Poor, Maimed, Blind, & Lame – Deacon Greg Lambert at Catholic Stand
Fearing Death Is for the Pagans – Raymond Dansereau at Crisis Magazine
A 40 Days for Life Experience & the Faith Journey – Tom Collingwood at Catholic Stand
Showstopping Easter Floral Tutorials – Emily Malloy at Theology of Home Blog

Highlights from The American Catholic Website:
Hit the Mouse Where He Lives – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

BONUS NEWS LINKS:
FŒDVS: The League of Catholic Bloggers – FŒDVS
Theopolitics: Where Religion Meets Politics – Theopolitics
Civilization Watch: Where Geopolitics Meets World History – Civilization Watch
The Samizdat Herald: Click Quality, Not Bait – The Samizdat Herald

A thank you to our Patroness: Meghan Ashley Styling

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THVRSDAY EDITION

MORNING ISSUE, TOP-10 MOST VISITED NEWS LINKS:
1.  Courage Priest Begs Cardinals to Uphold Teaching on Homosexuality – CNA via NC Register
2.  The Evil One & Spiritual Warfare: Protection – Bishop Robert D. Gruss, S.T.L., of Saginaw
3.  What Temperament Are You? – Laraine Bennett at Catholic Exchange
4.  Did Mark Shea call Scott Hahn an Authoritarian Predator – David Griffey at Daffey Thoughts
5.  Cardinal Cupich & His Partisans are Organizing – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The Am Catholic
6.  Our Disastrous Failure to Follow the Science – Anthony M. Esolen, Ph.D., at The Catholic Thing
7.  Disney Has Been Corrupting Kids for Decades – Mary Cuff at Crisis Magazine
8.  Jesuit University Puts Tampons In Men’s Restroom – Complicit Clergy
9.  Prædicate Evangelium Poses Problems, Some Church Analysts Warn – Ed Pentin/NC Register
10.  What Exactly is an “Opening Virgin” in Sacred Art? – V. M. Traverso at Aleteia

. . . NEXT-10 MOST VISITED NEWS LINKS:
11.  5 Reasons to Go to Confession, besides Forgiveness of Sins – T. Aglialoro/Catholic Answers
12.  College Converts: 3 Students’ Paths to the Catholic Church – Meghan Schultz at NC Register
13.  Should Christians Care About Their Appearance? – Rory Fox at Catholic Stand
14.  Pope Asks Opponents of Syro-Malabar Uniform Liturgy to Take Accept Change – CNA/Rgstr
15.  The Catholic Monasteries that Invented Our Favorite Cheeses – V. M. Traverso at Aleteia
16.  Who the Heck are These Guys? 4 Saints I Have Never Heard of Before – Tom Perna/epicPew
17.  How Should We Approach Scripture? – Fr. Christopher Pietraszko at Ignitum Today
18.  Book Review: True Obedience in the Church by Dr. Pet. Kwasniewski – Liturgical Arts Journal
19.  Look Forward to the End of Lent with This Ancient Hymn – Philip Kosloski at Aleteia
20.  The Holy Face of Jesus Devotion – Julie at Catholic365

HONORABLE MENTIONED:
A Father’s Priestliness – Pablo Gonzalez at Sword & Spade via Those Catholic Men
Why Is First Saturdays Devotion Called Unfulfilled Fatima Message – J. Burkas/CNA/NC Register
Don’t Hate the Rich – David Matheson at Catholic Answers Magazine

BEST OF THE REST:
Are There Big Changes in Authoritative Version of New Vatican Constitution – A Gagliarducci/Reg
To Love Fasting (YouTube) – Fr. Joshua Morey, O.S.B., at Clear Creek Abbey
The Empty Tomb is All the Proof We Need – Joe Tevington at Catholic Stand
More Bad Latin from the New-Fangled DDW (olim CDW) – Fr. Z’s Blog
3 Pitfalls Catholics Should Avoid When Fundraising – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Evangelists Needed, No Prior Experience – Guy McClung, Ph.D., J.D., at The American Catholic
Spring Shoes: Toe-Tapping Delights – Meghan Ashley Styling at Catholic Mōdê Blog
How Saint Mother Teresa Impacted on My Life – Francisco Ruffolo at Catholic Stand
Bishops Emphasize Importance of Prayer, Fasting for End of Roe – Lauretta Brown at NC Register
Knowing Yourself & Overcoming Addictions (YouTube) – The Catholic Gentleman

Highlights from The American Catholic Website:
And the Next Peppermint Patty Is. . .  – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
80 Million Votes – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

BONUS NEWS LINKS:
FŒDVS: The League of Catholic Bloggers – FŒDVS
Theopolitics: Where Religion Meets Politics – Theopolitics
Civilization Watch: Where Geopolitics Meets World History – Civilization Watch
The Samizdat Herald: Click Quality, Not Bait – The Samizdat Herald

A thank you to our Patroness: Meghan Ashley Styling

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VVEDNESDAY EDITION

MORNING ISSUE, TOP-10 MOST VISITED NEWS LINKS:
1.  A Woman Priest Comes Home – Jane Brock at Loss & Gain Blog
2.  The Toad on the Host – Amy Welborn at Charlotte Was Both
3.  Eucharistic Worship Outside Mass – D. D. Emmons at Simply Catholic
4.  The Discipline That Must Not Be Named – Eric Sammons at Swimming Upstream
5.  Cardinal “What’s It With You & Sin?!” Marx – One Mad Mom
6.  Cardinal Cupich & the Masons – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
7.  Worcester Bp. Rb. McManus asks Jesuits to Pull Down Pride, BLM Flags – J Burkas/CNA/Reg
8.  How Do We Get Out of This Mess? – David L. Gray
9.  Henry VIII’s Wives If They Had Never Met – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
10.  James Martin Rushes to Defend Card. Marx Rainbow Agenda – Th Williams PhD/Breitbart/CC

. . . NEXT-10 MOST VISITED NEWS LINKS:
11.  Can Catholics be Registered at Two Parishes? – Msgr. Charles Pope at Our Sunday Visitor
12.  National Eucharistic Congress to have a Millennial as Executive Director – Zelda Caldwell
13.  Good Debate to Watch: Jimmy Akin vs. Bart Ehrman – E. Clark, S.T.L./Christian Renaissance
14.  Should a Cross or Crucifix be Used for Veneration on Good Friday – The Editors at Adoremus
15.  An Anticlerical Reading of the Dechristianization of Ireland – James Wood at The New Yorker
16.  Two Harts Beaten as One – Edward Feser, Ph.D.
17.  9 Bishops Express Opinions on Public Policy Issues – J. Graves at National Catholic Register
18.  Is Cardinal Marx’s Heresy Set in Stone? – Sean Fitzpatrick at Crisis Magazine
19.  Sloth – Fr. Chris Pietraszko at Missio Dei
20.  Reject Satan with These Exorcism Prayers on the St. Benedict Medal – Ph. Kosloski at Aleteia

HONORABLE MENTIONED:
Chasuble & Cope of Cardinal de Bonald, Primate of Lyon – Sh. R. Tribe at Liturgical Arts Journal
Cast Not Your Pearls Before Swine – Jerome German at Catholic Stand
Disney Fans Caught in Wake of Woke Capitulation to Gay Pressure – J. F. Desmond/NC Register
How Involved is Pope Francis in the London Trial Case? – Andrea Gagliarducci at Monday Vatican
German Bishops’ Tries to Allay Nordic Bishops’ Agita of Synodal Way – CNA/NC Register
Cardinal Marx & a Rainbow Flag Mass – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

BEST OF THE REST:
Obstinate Artists Who Followed Tradition in the Modern Era: David Shepherd – New Ltrgcl Mvmnt
Book Review: Grow in Virtue as You Journey with Favorite Jane Austen Heroines – A Smith/Reg
30-Day Devotional to Our Lady Enthralls Readers with True Stories – Ma. B. Bracy/Ignitum Today
Because Females can be Instituted Acolytes, can They be Straw Subdeacon – Fr. Z’s Blog
There Is Still Time to Receive a Plenary Indulgence During Lent – Francesca Pollio Fenton at CNA
Justification Makes Us Truly Righteous – J. P. Nunez at Catholic Stand
The Order of Malta Mobilizes 69,000 Volunteers to Help Ukrainians – Marzena Devoud at Aleteia
3 Pitfalls Catholics Should Avoid When Fundraising – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Pro-Lifers Find 115 Aborted Babies Discarded by DC Facility – J. McKeown/CNA/NC Register
Spring Shoes: Toe-Tapping Delights – Meghan Ashley Styling at Catholic Mōdê Blog
Praying with the Seven Sorrows of Mary – Bonnie Drury at Radiant Magazine
Fear of Evangelizing – Jennifer Fitz at One Soul at a Time
The Future of Abortion in America – Michael Warsaw at National Catholic Register
Pope Taps Cardinal Turkson as Chancellor for Two Vatican Academies – Christopher White
Coherence? What to Make of Popes’ Statements Regarding Just War – J. Liedl/NC Register
All or Nothing – Jessica Tucker at Missio Dei
The Virtue of Passiontide – Brother Christopher Daniel, O.P., at The Imaginative Conservative
What is a Pro-Life Rescuer? – Fr. David Nix at Pilgrim Priest
Navigating Big Tech Censorship (Odysee, Podcast) – Eric Sammons at Crisis Magazine
New York Yarn Store Reflects the Human Side of Business – Michael Aguilera at Return to Order

BONUS NEWS LINKS:
FŒDVS: The League of Catholic Bloggers – FŒDVS
Theopolitics: Where Religion Meets Politics – Theopolitics
Civilization Watch: Where Geopolitics Meets World History – Civilization Watch
The Samizdat Herald: Click Quality, Not Bait – The Samizdat Herald

A thank you to our Patroness: Meghan Ashley Styling

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MONDAY EDITION

MORNING ISSUE:
Smoking Out the Groomers – Austin Ruse at Crisis Magazine
Disney Employees Pledge Efforts to Insert More Gay Characters – John Burger at Aleteia
Seeing Red After ‘Turning Red’ – Robert Brennan at National Catholic Register
3 Pitfalls Catholics Should Avoid When Fundraising – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Lenten & Easter Reading Recommendations for Kids – K. Crawford/P. A. Crawford at NC Register
Mike Aquilina’s New Book Series on the Fathers of the Church – J A Mirus PhD/Catholic Culture
Cardinal Marx is Right. . . But Mostly Not – Eamonn Clark, S.T.L./Christian Renaissance Movement
Spring Shoes: Toe-Tapping Delights – Meghan Ashley Styling at Catholic Mōdê Blog
When Inflation Spikes: Do Employers have a Moral Obligation to Raise Salaries? – Zelda Caldwell
We Must Not Let Health Care become a Religion-Free Zone – Charles C. Camosy at America
Former Jesuit Prep Dallas Pres. Protected Abusive Priest. . . – The Dallas Morning News
The TLM, the SSPX, & Abuse in the Church: My Conversation w/ Francis Palmquist – J. Sciambra
Once & for All: ‘Overpopulation’ Is a Myth – J. R. Morse & D. Feder at National Catholic Register
Marital Relations in Marriages of Non-Catholics or Catholics to Non-Catholics – Fr. Z’s Blog
Fr. Earl Fernandes, Son of Immigrants from India, Named Next Bishop of Columbus – CNA/CWR
The Later Middle Ages: All Decay & Decline? A Short History of the Latin Rite Mass – Adoremus
Is the Vatican about to Dissolve the Sodalitium Christianæ Vitæ? – D. Ramos/CNA/NC Register
A Relic of Blessed Carlo Acutis’ Heart Will Soon Tour the United States – Philip Kosloski at Aleteia

BONUS NEWS LINKS:
FŒDVS: The League of Catholic Bloggers – FŒDVS
Theopolitics: Where Religion Meets Politics – Theopolitics
Civilization Watch: Where Geopolitics Meets World History – Civilization Watch
The Samizdat Herald: Click Quality, Not Bait – The Samizdat Herald

A thank you to our Patroness: Meghan Ashley Styling

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VVEEKEND EDITION

SATURDAY NIGHT ISSUE:
Blessed Carlo Acutis Listed 32 Eucharistic Miracles, Here Are the Top 5 – B. Thoman/NC Register
Should You Be Wearing a Scapular? – Gene Van Son at Catholic Stand
Spring Shoes: Toe-Tapping Delights – Meghan Ashley Styling at Catholic Mōdê Blog
Loving the Holy Face – Mary O’Regan at Mary’s Blog
Evangelists Needed, No Prior Experience Required – Guy McClung, Ph.D., J.D., at Catholic Stand
What Are the Works of Lent? – Derek Rotty at National Catholic Register
3 Pitfalls Catholics Should Avoid When Fundraising – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
The Solace of the Psalms of Ascent in Lent – Michael Sandifer at Catholic Stand
Truth from the Heart of a Child: Confession Is a Beautiful Sacrament – A. Picciotti-Bayer/NC Rgstr
How Mid-Lent Reminds Us to Bury Our “Idols” – Philip Kosloski at Aleteia
An Easter Basket Gift Guide – Theology of the Home Blog
Knights of Columbus Celebrate 140th Anniversary – Jos. Pronechen at National Catholic Register
Do You Ever Tremble? – Jacqueline St. Clare at Catholic Stand
Pontiff May Visit Kyiv – Philip Pullella at Reuters
Pope Francis Apologized – David Griffey at Daffey Thoughts
When Student Debt Stands in the Way of Religious Poverty – F. X. Rocca at Wall Street Journal
New Model Statecraft – Gladden Pappin at The Lamp Magazine
Canon Couratin? – Fr. John Hunwicke at Mutual Enrichment
5 Ways to Help the Holy Souls in Purgatory During Lent – National Catholic Register
Martyr of Communisms: Blessed Nicholas Charnetsky – Dawn Beutner at Catholic World Report
Freemasonry as Method of Subterfuge Among Black Americans – David L. Gray
How is what Paul VI did to the Mass entirely Unlike what Pius V Did? – Fr. Z’s Blog
Pope Advocates for Inclusion of People with Disabilities in Society – C. Mares/CNA/NC Register
Pope In Huge Blast At ‘Infantile’ Putin – Nicole Winfield at Associated Press News

BONUS NEWS LINKS:
FŒDVS: The League of Catholic Bloggers – FŒDVS
Theopolitics: Where Religion Meets Politics – Theopolitics
Civilization Watch: Where Geopolitics Meets World History – Civilization Watch
The Samizdat Herald: Click Quality, Not Bait – The Samizdat Herald

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FRIDAY EDITION

MORNING ISSUE, TOP-10 MOST VISITED NEWS LINKS:
1.  Is Mel Gibson’s Passion Sequel Really Happening? Spoiler Alert – Yes! – Matthew Archbold
2.  What We Are at Death Is What We Are Forever – John M. Grondelski, Ph.D./Ntnl Cthlc Register
3.  We Need a Strong Revival of the 40 Hours Devotion & We Need It Now – Fr. Z’s Blog
4.  An Easter Card from Silverstream Priory – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Movement
5.  Mickey Molester – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
6.  Cardinal Marx: The Catechism is Not Set in Stone – Cth News Agency/Ntnl Catholic Register
7.  Will Smith’s Black Privilege, Russia’s Consecration, & Tax-Free Income – David L. Gray
8.  Is Jesus Being Disrespectful to the Virgin Mary at John 2:4 – Scott Smith, J.D., at All Roads. . .
9.  We Bought Your Mommy, YouTubers Make Light of Dark Surrogacy Industry – M Shultz/Rgstr
10.  ‘The Last Days’ Are Here, & More Links – The Best In Catholic Blogging

. . . NEXT-10 MOST VISITED NEWS LINKS:
11.  Is Catholic Art Making a Comeback? – Jeromy Darling at National Catholic Register
12.  Cop Turns Priest & Hermit Thanks to Eucharistic Adoration & More Links – The BICB
13.  Where Was Joseph’s Residence? – Jimmy Akin
14.  A Visit from Sam Rocha – David Griffey at Daffey Thoughts
15.  This Prayer Will Clear Webs of an Atheist Mind, & More Links – The Best In Catholic Blogging
16.  Further Considerations of Vestments Depicted in Sacred Art – Liturgical Arts Journal
17.  April 5, 2022: Your Chance to Preview Mark Wahlberg’s Film: Father Stu – History & Headlines
18.  Card. Becciu Not Bound by Pontifical Secret in Vatican Monday Trial – Brockhaus/CNA/Rgstr
19.  Cash in Your Winning Lottery Ticket – Dom Cingoranelli at Catholic Stand
20.  Just War? – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

HONORABLE MENTIONED:
New President of DC’s Catholic University Sees a Return to School’s Roots – Brian Fraga
How a Cow Can Teach Us About Our Life Mission – Al Costa at Catholic Stand

BEST OF THE REST:
Jesus & Abandonment – Fr. Derek Sakowski at Catholic Spiritual Direction
3 Pitfalls Catholics Should Avoid When Fundraising – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Popular Sovereignty & the Oath Theory – P. J. Smith at Semiduplex
Top Off Spring with the Perfect Hat – Meghan Ashley Styling at Catholic Mōdê Blog
Hindu Temple in Closed NY Church Raises Questions & More  Links – Best In Catholic Blogging
Life’s Experiences of Brokenness can be Doorway to Lenten Conversion – CNS via Catholic365

BONUS NEWS LINKS:
FŒDVS: The League of Catholic Bloggers – FŒDVS
Theopolitics: Where Religion Meets Politics – Theopolitics
Civilization Watch: Where Geopolitics Meets World History – Civilization Watch
The Samizdat Herald: Click Quality, Not Bait – The Samizdat Herald

A thank you to our Patroness: Meghan Ashley Styling

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THVRSDAY EDITION

MORNING ISSUE, TOP-10 MOST VISITED NEWS LINKS:
1.  Cathedral of St. Helena in Helena, Montana – John Paul Sonnen at Liturgical Arts Journal
2.  The Hidden Idolatry in Our Midst – Eamonn Clark, S.T.L., at Christian Renaissance Movement
3.  Self-Denial Doesn’t Mean What You Think It Does – Gregory K. Popcak, Ph.D., at OSV News
4.  Catholic in Name Only – Jerome German at Catholic Stand
5.  Disney is Coming For Your Kids – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
6.  Dying Woman Invites Readers to Join Her Journey Thru Hospice to Eternity – Kathy Schiffer
7.  Will Vatican Schools Instruction End Indianapolis LGBT Dispute? – J. D. Flynn at The Pillar
8.  Start an English Ordinariate Parish – Shane Schaetzel at Complete Christianity
9.  Conn. Priest Named Rector of No. American Col. Sem. in Rome – H Brockhaus/CNA/NC Rgstr
10.  How to Choose Forgiveness: Priest & Psychologist Show on How – Zelda Caldwell at Aleteia

. . . NEXT-10 MOST VISITED NEWS LINKS:
11.  Eucharistic Prayer – Carol Monaco at Catholic Stand
12.  Jesuit Martyrs & the Tudor Terror – Joseph Pearce at Catholic World Report
13.  Pope Francis Appoints New Bishop of Lourdes – C. Mares at CNA via Ntnl Catholic Register
14.  Archbishop Viganò: Prophetic or Preposterous? (Podcast) – Eric Sammons at Crisis
15.  Can You Provide a Definition for the Word ‘Woman?’ – M. Schultz at Ntnl Catholic Register
16.  So You Have a Teenager Now? My Five Tips – Tom Hoopes at Aleteia
17.  Prison Journal: Jesus & Those People with Stones – Fr. Gordon MacRae at Beyond Th. . .
18.  St. John Climacus’ Guide to Spiritual Combat – Philip Kosloski at Aleteia
19.  Rumbek Bishop-Elect Pledges to Foster Unity, Receives Heroic Reception – Jude Atemanke
20.  Famous Nuns of ‘Dialogue of the Carmelites’ Might Soon be Named Saints – Aleteia

HONORABLE MENTIONED:
Which Catholic Saint Changed the US Tax Code? – Matthew Archbold at Creative Minority Report
Pope Accepts Resignation of Brooklyn Auxiliary Bishop at Age 75 – C Mares at CNA via NC Rgstr
Tithing: How Much Are We Called To Give The Church? – Will Wright at CatholicLink
New CUA Pres. Pet. Kilpatrick on His Conversion, Catholic Identity, & More – L Brown/NC Rgstr

BEST OF THE REST:
Christian MP Acquitted on All Charges After Finland’s Bible Tweet Trial – CNA via NC Register
Tips for Navigating the Modern Dating Culture From an Unlikely Source – Auguste Meyrat at Crisis
Of Benedictines, Easter Cards, Beer, Wine & You – Fr. Z’s Blog
In Message to the Catholics in China, Pope Remains Silent on Persecution – D. McClarey, J.D.
Military Preparedness Is Not a Sin – Jeffrey A. Mirus, Ph.D., at Catholic Culture
How to Build the Courage to Ask for Donations – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Why Faith & Reason Need Each Other – R. Jared Staudt, Ph.D., at Those Catholic Men
Top Off Spring with the Perfect Hat – Meghan Ashley Styling at Catholic Mōdê Blog
How to Keep Your Children Catholic (Podcast) – The Catholic Gentleman
Fr. John T. Richardson, C.M., 9th President of DePaul Univ., R.I.P. at 98 – DePaul Newsline
Catholics Urged to Give with Vigor to Good Friday Holy Land Collection – C. Mares/CNA/NC Reg
A Digital Etiquette, a Catholic Guide for Using Social Media – The Catholic Gentleman

BONUS NEWS LINKS:
FŒDVS: The League of Catholic Bloggers – FŒDVS
Theopolitics: Where Religion Meets Politics – Theopolitics
Civilization Watch: Where Geopolitics Meets World History – Civilization Watch
The Samizdat Herald: Click Quality, Not Bait – The Samizdat Herald

A thank you to our Patroness: Meghan Ashley Styling

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VVEDNESDAY EDITION

MORNING ISSUE, TOP-10 MOST VISITED NEWS LINKS:
1.  Pointilist Catholic Illustrator Quentin Leduc – Shawn R. Tribe at Liturgical Arts Journal
2.  Personnel is Policy: Pope Francis’ Next Big Reform – Ed. Condon at The Pillar
3.  Understanding the Spiritual Power of Holy Water – John Paul Sonnen at Tan·Direction
4.  Fr. Gerald E. Murray, J.C.D.: Pope Has Done Damage to the Church with His Actions – CC
5.  The Dirty 5 Dozen Ride Again! – One Mad Mom
6.  Pope Critiques the Older Son for Observing the 4th Commandment? – D. R. McClarey, J.D.
7.  German Bishops’ Leader Responds to Polish Archbishop’s Synodal Way Criticisms – CNA/Reg
8.  John Lu Hung-nien’s Annunciation – Shawn R. Tribe at Liturgical Arts Journal
9.  Pro-Lifers Livid Boston Catholic School Honoring Pro-Abort Biden Politico – M McDonald/Reg
10.  The Anglican Ordinariate: A Refuge for Toryism? – S. Morello at The European Conservative

. . . NEXT-10 MOST VISITED NEWS LINKS:
11.  The Miracle of Our Lady of the Thunderbolt – Mary Hansen at One Peter 5
12.  Debating Abortion at the University of Notre Dame – Alexandra DeSanctis at National Review
13.  Mindszenty – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
14.  Why can Sinful Priests Still Celebrate the Sacraments – Msgr. Charles Pope at OSV News
15.  Unjust War & False Masculinity – Edward Feser, Ph.D.
16.  Flannery O’Connor & Dostoevsky Offer a Lens into a Life of Holiness – J Wilson/NC Register
17.  St. Mary of Egypt: Saint to Invoke Against Sexual Promiscuity – T Craughwell/Simply Catholic
18.  Canada’s Sacred Music: Composers: An Alternative Tradition – Jf. Quick at Benedict XVI Inst.
19.  Pope Francis, the Guidelines of His Reform – Andrea Gagliarducci at Monday Vatican
20.  Introducing Hape Sculpture of Laion, Italy – Shawn R. Tribe at Liturgical Arts Journal

HONORABLE MENTIONED:
Congregational Book for Pre-55 Holy Week Now Available at Discounted Prices – New Lit Mov
Sister Deirdre Byrne, P.O.S.C., M.D., Sues D.C. Over Vaccine Mandate – G. Neumayr/TASpectator
Peter Kilpatrick Named Next President of Catholic University – J. Burkas at CNA via NC Register
Ecumenical Patriarch Lauds Polish Help for Ukrainians – Jon. Luxmoore at Catholic News Service

BEST OF THE REST:
When Wokeism Is Changing Your Child’s School – Ida Gazzola at The B.C. Catholic
What Happened at the Apparition in Knock-Ireland, & More Links – The Best In Catholic Blogging
Must I Avoid TV, News, Movies if You Know the Lord’s Name will be Taken in Vain – Fr. Z’s Blog
When Last Did You Feel Smaller Than a Flea? – Ida Adams at Catholic Stand
Abortuory ‘Buffer Zone’ Bill to Become Law in Northern Ireland – H. Brockhaus/CNA/NC Register
A Time for Every Purpose Under Heaven – Todd Federici at Catholic Stand
Who Will be the Next Leader of Italy’s Catholic Bishops’ Conference – A. Gagliarducci at CWR
SENT Ventures & UST Houston Announce First-Ever Catholic Entrepreneurial Summit – Igntm Tdy
Nourishing Traditions – Miss Anita Moore, O.P., Esq., at V for Victory!
How to Build the Courage to Ask for Donations – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Is “Santa Muerte” Compatible with Catholicism? (Podcast) – Fr. David Nix at Pilgrim Priest
Top Off Spring with the Perfect Hat – Meghan Ashley Styling at Catholic Mōdê Blog
Will Justice Jackson Protect Religious Freedom? – A. Picciotti-Bayer at National Catholic Register
‘Integration of Faith & Reason’ Key for New CUA President Kilpatrick – The Pillar

BONUS NEWS LINKS:
FŒDVS: The League of Catholic Bloggers – FŒDVS
Theopolitics: Where Religion Meets Politics – Theopolitics
Civilization Watch: Where Geopolitics Meets World History – Civilization Watch
The Samizdat Herald: Click Quality, Not Bait – The Samizdat Herald

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TVESDAY EDITION

MORNING ISSUE, TOP-10 MOST VISITED NEWS LINKS:
1.  Evangelizing the Post-Christian Culture – Anthony M. Esolen, Ph.D., at Crisis Magazine
2.  Does Greek Catholic Church Help Explain Putin’s Obsession with Ukraine? – John Allen at Crux
3.  Pray without Ceasing. . .How Do I Do That? – Fr. Dwight Longenecker
4.  The Theme Mass Nightmare at Old Saint Patrick’s in Chicago – David L. Gray
5.  The Brainwashing of the Catholic Mind – Eric Sammons at Crisis Magazine
6.  The Oscars are Over – Urban Hannon at The Lamp Magazine
7.  Bishop Howard Hubbard of Albany Admits To Covering-Up Sexual Abuse – Complicit Clergy
8.  Vatican Corrects ‘Extraordinary Form’ Error in New Constitution – H. Brockhaus/CNA/NC Rgstr
9.  The Machiavellian Defense of Trump – Fr. Edmund Waldstein, O. Cist., at Sancrucensis
10.  What Every Catholic Should Really Know About Brain Death – Bp. M. Olson/J. Eberl/NC Rgstr

. . . NEXT-10 MOST VISITED NEWS LINKS:
11.  Is There a Global Vocations Crisis? A Look at the Numbers – Brendan Hodge at The Pillar
12.  A Novel Approach to Internet Addiction – Dan Millette at One Peter 5
13.  A Tale of Three Holy Cards – Peter A. Kwasniewski, Ph.D., at New Liturgical Movement
14.  A History of Catholic Slaps, Punches, & All-Out Brawls – Michelle La Rosa at The Pillar
15.  The Anglo-Catholic Dilemma, Mel Gibson & ‘Fr. Stu,’ & More Links – Best In Catholic Blogging
16.  Godspell’s ‘Day by Day’ was Written by a 13th-Century Saint – Zelda Caldwell at Aleteia
17.  A Reasonable Picture of Papal Authority in a 1950s Catechism – New Liturgical Movement
18.  True Peace Of Mind Found In Resisting Passions – Thomas À Kempis via Spirit Daily Blog
19.  Mother Teresa & St. Francis de Sales: Have Compassion w/o Judgment – Catholic Exchange
20.  One Church, Many Rites: The Anglican Ordinariate – M Brownsberger/Boston Col.’s The Torch

HONORABLE MENTIONED:
How Ancient Authors Wrote – Jimmy Akin
Book Review: How the Fathers Read the Bible by Mike Aquilina – Pete Socks at Catholic Stand
Tale of 2 Christian Universities, Just War & Francis, & More Links – The Best In Catholic Blogging

BEST OF THE REST:
Who Really Wrote Holy Writ? – Regis Martin, S.T.D., at National Catholic Register
Mother Angelica’s Work Brings Inspiration, Conversion, 6 Years After Death – J Burkas/CNA/Reg
Reparation – Susan Skinner at Veil of Veronica
Saying Yes to God – Barbara Padolina at Catholic Stand
Validity of Absolution of Accomplices in Sex Sins & Censures Re: Amoris Lætitia fn. 351 – Fr. Zed
How to Build the Courage to Ask for Donations – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Ukraine Is Fighting, but for Francis No War Is Just – Sandro Magister at Settimo Cielo/L’Espresso
Top Off Spring with the Perfect Hat – Meghan Ashley Styling at Catholic Mōdê Blog
Card. Naguib, Retired Patriarch of Coptic Catholic Church, Dies at 87 – C. Glatz at CNS via OSV
Popes, Liturgy, & Authority: Printing? – Fr. John Hunwicke at Mutual Enrichment
How Daughters of Charity Aid Mothers & Children at St. Ann’s Center – L. Brown/NC Register
10 Ways to Strengthen Athletics in Catholic Education – Newman Society

BONUS NEWS LINKS:
FŒDVS: The League of Catholic Bloggers – FŒDVS
Theopolitics: Where Religion Meets Politics – Theopolitics
Civilization Watch: Where Geopolitics Meets World History – Civilization Watch
The Samizdat Herald: Click Quality, Not Bait – The Samizdat Herald

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MONDAY EDITION

MORNING ISSUE, TOP-10 MOST VISITED NEWS LINKS:
1.  These Paintings of Jesus May Help You in Your Prayer Life – Zelda Caldwell at Aleteia
2.  The Day After the Consecration of Everything & Everyone – Pamela Grothaus at Catholic365
3.  15 Things We Didn’t Know about Pope Francis – Aleteia
4.  The Paedophile Question – Fr. John Hunwicke at Mutual Enrichment
5.  Why Bart’s (Ehrman) Wrong – Jimmy Akin
6.  In Former Catholic Church, Masonic Symbols Go Up – J. D. Flynn & Ed. Condon at The Pillar
7.  Does ‘The Chosen’ Get It Right About Our Lady? – Fr. B. Graebe at National Catholic Register
8.  Exorcist Diary: The Virgin of Vladimir – Msgr. Stephen Rossetti at CatholicExorcism.org
9.  Make Public Offices Normal Again! – Tom B. at Tom’s Digest
10.  The Only Approved Marian Apparition In America: Our Lady Of Good Help – CatholicLink

. . . NEXT-10 MOST VISITED NEWS LINKS:
11.  Where Bart (Ehrman) & I Agree – Jimmy Akin
12.  It’s Time to Bring Holy Water Back – Eam. Clark, S.T.L., at Christian Renaissance Movement
13.  “Heartbeat of the Church”: The Power & Importance of the Liturgy of the Hours – ChurchPOP
14.  Dave Rubin & the Death of Secular Conservatism – J. R. Morse at National Catholic Register
15.  Like a Bolt From the Blue – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
16.  Why the Need to Invoke the Demon’s Nemesis in Exorcism? – Cha. D. Fraune/Slaying Dragons
17.  An Amazing Time to be Catholic: Tim Gordon on the Consecration – Mt. Archbold at CMR
18.  Nancy Pelosi Describes Herself as a ‘Devout’ Catholic – Joe Burkas at CNA via NC Register
19.  A Progressive View of Church History – Amy Welborn at Charlotte Was Both
20.  To Bury Holy Objects in the Ground or Not – Mary O’Regan at Mary’s Blog

HONORABLE MENTIONED:
The Betrothed (Allessandro Manzoni) in a Nutshell – Joseph Pearce at Crisis Magazine
‘Blood’ On Denver Statue Found To Be Like Nail Polish – F. P. Fenton at Catholic News Agency
So What is the Problem with Usury? – J. Budziszewski, Ph.D., at The Underground Thomist
Saint Joseph Saved My Life – Joseph Sciambra at Sons of St. Joseph
I Guess Teaching LGBT is Just Easier Than ABC’s – Matthew Archbold at Creative Minority Report

BEST OF THE REST:
Tolkien’s Reply to Nazi-Allied Publishers Aryan Request & More Links – Best In Catholic Blogging
Original Sin, the Decoder of Human Nature – Fr. Jerry J. Pokorsky at Catholic Answers Magazine
A Guide to the Upcoming Saints Draft – Robert Wyllie at The Lamp Magazine
Get Out of That Rut . . . Now – Kendra Von Esh at Catholic Stand
Ask Father: Subtle Different between “Lætare” & “Gaudete”? – Fr. Z’s Blog
Conquering Fear in Our Lives & Hearts – Steve Greco at Catholic Stand
4 Moments That Stood Out at Ketanji Brown Jackson’s Confirmation Hearings – L Brown/NC Reg
How to Build the Courage to Ask for Donations – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Chesterton & Kazantzakis on Saint Francis – Daniel J. Sundahl, Ph.D., at The Imaginative. . .
Top Off Spring with the Perfect Hat – Meghan Ashley Styling at Catholic Mōdê Blog
Why Don’t We Live Lent All Year Round? – David Mills at National Catholic Register
Be Precise When Drawing a Line, & You Can Be Expressive in the Application of Color – NLM
Pope Consecrates Russia & Ukraine to Immaculate Heart of Mary – H Brockhaus/CNA/NC Rgstr
Victor Gaetan: In Diplomacy, the Holy See “Does Not Lie Or Mislead” – Aleteia
EWTN Launches Arabic-Language News Agency Based in Iraq – K. Wicks/CNA/NC Register
Alice von Hildebrand Promoted Authentic Pro-Woman Feminism – Ida Gazzola at MercatorNet

Highlights from The American Catholic Website:
When Conspiracy Theories Are True – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
I Recall Dorm Meals Back in College Which Resembled This – D. R. McClarey, J.D., at TACatholic
Soylent Gates – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

BONUS NEWS LINKS:
FŒDVS: The League of Catholic Bloggers – FŒDVS
Theopolitics: Where Religion Meets Politics – Theopolitics
Civilization Watch: Where Geopolitics Meets World History – Civilization Watch
The Samizdat Herald: Click Quality, Not Bait – The Samizdat Herald

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VVEEKEND EDITION

MORNING ISSUE, TOP-10 MOST VISITED NEWS LINKS:
1.  Our Lady Said Part of the Consecration Still Must Be Fulfilled, Will We Listen – NC Register
2.  Will the Consecration Work? – Kennedy Hall at Crisis Magazine
3.  Remember, the Devil Wants You to Lose Your Moral Integrity – Knowing Is Doing
4.  . . .and Our Bishops are Scared of Correcting Fr. James Martin – D. McClarey, J.D./TACatholic
5.  “The Last Days” Are Here! – Shane Schaetzel at Complete Christianity
6.  Mary: I Asked for the First Saturdays & They Never Heeded My Request – Spirit Daily Blog
7.  “Pregnant People” – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
8.  Pro-Life Sidewalk Counselor Testifies at Ketanji Brown Jackson Hearings – CNA/NC Rgstr
9.  Now Waiting & Seeing – Miss Anita Moore, O.P., Esq., at V for Victory!
10.  What Happened at the Apparition in Knock, Ireland – Joseph Freyaldenoven at Catholic365

. . . NEXT-10 MOST VISITED NEWS LINKS:
11.  Now It’s Time to Do Our Part in the Conversion of Russia – Patti M. Armstrong at NC Register
12.  Putting the Peace Plan of Our Lady into Action – Book Editors at Tan·Direction
13.  St. Peter’s Peacocks Loom Amid Catholic NCAA Tourney Teams, On & Off the Court – NC Reg
14.  Did St. Andrew the Apostle Erect a Cross in Kyiv? – Philip Kosloski at Aleteia
15.  The Fate of Judas Iscariot, & More Links – The Best In Catholic Blogging
16.  Thomas à Kempis on Prayer – Tan·Direction
17.  Vatican Explains Tierra del Cielo, Earth of Heaven, in Consecration Prayer – CNA/NC Rgstr
18.  Envy – The Only Sin With No Pleasure – Mark Watney at Dappled Things
19.  From Coast to Coast, US Bishops Join in Consecration of Russia & Ukraine – CNA/NC Rgstr
20.  The Lost Art of Intentionality – Tod Worner at Word on Fire

HONORABLE MENTIONED:
The Immaculate Heart From the Trenches – Ann Schneible at National Catholic Register
With Consecration of Russia, Ukraine, Pope Wants to Build Bridges, Expert Says – E A Allen/Crux
5 Things to Know About Popes’ Consecration Prayer to Immaculate Heart of Mary – NC Rgstr

BEST OF THE REST:
Humility of Service in Fixity of Form: The Policy of St. Benedict of Nursia – New Liturgical Mvmnt
Fear, Suffering, & Fixing – Susan Skinner at Catholic Stand
Archaeologists Find 3,100-Yr-Old Pottery Bearing Name of a Biblical Judge & More Links – BoCB
Love Your Enemies? It’s Hard!* – Bob Kurland, Ph.D., at Catholic Stand
How to Build the Courage to Ask for Donations – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
United States to Accept 100,000 Ukrainian Refugees – Zelda Caldwell at Aleteia
Top Off Spring with the Perfect Hat – Meghan Ashley Styling at Catholic Mōdê Blog
Full Text: Pope Francis’ Homily on the Solemnity of the Annunciation – National Catholic Register

Highlights from The American Catholic Website:
But Do They Use the Correct Pronouns? – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Trump Fails to Step Up for January 6 Supporters Imprisoned – D. R. McClarey, J.D./TACatholic

BONUS NEWS LINKS:
FŒDVS: The League of Catholic Bloggers – FŒDVS
Theopolitics: Where Religion Meets Politics – Theopolitics
Civilization Watch: Where Geopolitics Meets World History – Civilization Watch
The Samizdat Herald: Click Quality, Not Bait – The Samizdat Herald

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