Robert Edwards

MORNING ISSUE TOP-10 VISITED NEWS LINKS:
1.  Key Questions Brushed Aside, Inaccurate Info f/Bishops, Unanswered Q’s – Lawler/CC
2.  Glaring Omission: What about the “Influential Italian Gentleman?” – O’Reilly/RLE
3.  We’re Headed for the Catacombs – Fr. Peter M. Stravinskas at Crisis Magazine
4.  James Bond Goes to Church – Marion Sarte at Ignitum Today
5.  ‘Who’s Who’ Profiles of Key Figures in the McCarrick Saga – Elise Ann Allen at Crux
6.  A New Resistance Is Rising – Msgr. Richard C. Antall at Crisis Magazine
7.  Unity or Slavery? – One Mad Mom
8.  Deep State Running Scared – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
9.  Viganò: “The Vatican Fiction Continues” – Archbishop Carlo Maria Viganò at The Remnant
10.  McCarrick Report: A Sorrowful Page the Church is Learning From – A. Tornielli at NCReg

On the Crowning of Joe Biden & the Flight to Parler – David L. Gray at DavidLGray.info
Ask Father: I Bought an Icon at a “Esoteric New Age Shop” – Fr. Z’s Blog
The Ancient Doctrine of God’s Mother – William Hemsworth at Catholic Stand
Two Franciscans Among the Jihadists – Aide à l’Eglise en détresse/Le Monde via FSSPX
What Now, Pray; Nudges From God; & More! – The Best In Catholic Blogging at NC Register
NJ Bishops Gave Inaccurate Info B4 McCarrick’s Washington Move – H. Brockhaus/Reg
My Favorite Nordstrom Rack Hack (Catholic Fashion Blog) – Meghan Ashley Styling
McCarrick Report: When One Mother Had to Speak Up – Christine Rousselle at CNA
Fundraising in Times of Uncertainty – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Stolen Election – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

McCARRICK REPORT:
Archbishop: Vatican Should Clarify ‘Doubts’ after Cardinal Dziwisz Accused of Negligence – CNA
McCarrick Report: What Cardinal O’Connor Said in 1999 – Courtney Mares at CNA
JPII Biographer: ‘Pathological’ McCarrick ‘Lied to’ the Pope – Ed Condon at NC Register
The McCarrick Report: No Smoking Gun, but Massive System Failure – George Weigel at CWR
The McCarrick Report’s Provocative Tale of a KGB Encounter, & an FBI Request – K. Jones at CNA
The McCarrick Timeline – Complicit Clergy
A Secular Take on the McCarrick Report – Dale Price at Dyspeptic Mutterings
Chinese Spying on the Vatican: A McCarrick Connection? Primary Effects – Edward J. Barr
Chinese Spying on the Vatican: A McCarrick Connection? Secondary Effects – Edward J. Barr
Abuse Report: Cardinal Nichols & Holy See ‘Failed to Support Victims’ – Catholic Herald
Catholics ‘Shocked, Saddened, Scandalized, & Angered,’ US Bishops Say – CNA via NC Reg
Click Here to Download a PDF Version of the McCarrick Report – The Holy See
McCarrick Report: First Look – Christopher Altieri at Catholic Herald
McCarrick Report: American Catholics Urge ‘Truth & Transparency’ – Matt Hadro at CNA

BATTLE FOR AMERICA:
Michigan Fraud Lawsuit – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
More Indicia of Fraud – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Words, Actions, & Omissions, Vatican Officials Weigh In on U.S. Election – Ed Pentin at NC Rgstr

RELIGIOUS FREEDOM:
Militants Desecrate Church in Argentine Patagonia – Catholic News Agency

LITURGY & RUBRICS:
An Altar Set Up at Sea – Fr. Z’s Blog
Overlooked Praise – John Kubasak at Catholic Stand

MUSIC:
Are Film Scores Contemporary High-Art Music? – David Clayton at New Liturgical Movement

ART/PIC/EDITORIAL CARTOON/MEME(S):
“The Arts Are Languages of the Soul”: An interview with Michael O’Brien – Carl E. Olson at CWR

LITERATURE & BOOK REVIEW(S):
The Christian Symbolism & Bible References in Narnia – Steve Smith, J.D.

BONUS NEWS LINKS:
Big Tech Is Not Our Friend – Matthew Archbold at National Catholic Register
Pornography & Masturbation Kills Manhood – David L. Gray at DavidLGray.info
True Beauty Points Us Back to Its Creator – F.X. Cronin at Catholic Exchange
State Of Grace Necessary To Help Souls In Purgatory, & More! – The Best In Catholic Blogging
From Politics to Monastic Houses & What They Did With All That Land – Medievalists.net
Iraqi Priest Doubles Down on Christianity’s Survival in Mid East – I. San Martín at Angelus News
The Samizdat Herald can be Reached at Its’ New Location – The Samizdat Herald
Theopolitics can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Theopolitics
Civilization Watch can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Civilization Watch
FŒDVS can be Reached at This Location – FŒDVS

MORNING ISSUE TOP-10 VISITED NEWS LINKS:
1.  What Catholics Should Know Ahead of the McCarrick Report – J.D. Flynn at CNA via NC Rgstr
2.  A Preview of the McCarrick Report – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
3.  How Francis Is Preparing the Conclave, With His Cardinal Favorites – Sandro Magister
4.  What’s at Stake? – Fr. Z’s Blog
5.  They’re Stealing the Election – Sean Fitzpatrick at Crisis Magazine
6.  9 Ways Catholics Should Respond to Threat of Pandemic Church Shutdowns – Msgr Pope/Reg
7.  ‘Breakthrough’ Vaccine Doesn’t Use Cell-lines from Aborted Children – D. Hitchens at C. Hrld
8.  Left-Wing Catholic Love – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
9.  ‘Believe Science’? You First – Mary Cuff at Crisis Magazine
10.  Why We Don’t Believe in Sola Scriptura – J.P. Nunez at Catholic Stand

Where We Are Now – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
The Altar & Its Related Parts: Avoiding Abstractions – Shawn R. Tribe at Liturgical Arts Journal
Good to the Last Drop – Fr. Joseph Gill at Ignitum Today
In Defence of Mock Tudor, a Very English Style – Jacob Phillips at Catholic Herald
A Plea for Unity – Christian Daru at Catholic Stand
The Faith of Charles de Gaulle – Samuel Gregg, D.Phil., at The Catholic World Report
My Favorite Nordstrom Rack Hack (Catholic Fashion Blog) – Meghan Ashley Styling
China Virus Policy & the Mechanism of Control – Brian Jones at The Catholic World Report
Fundraising in Times of Uncertainty – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Abuse Survivor: All Catholics will be Grieving when McCarrick Report is Released – CNA via CWR

EDUCATION:
On What Foundation is the University Built? – Randall B. Smith, Ph.D., at The Catholic Thing

CULTURE OF DEATH:
U.K. Care Home Policy has Only Made the Old Lonelier – Gertrude Clarke at Catholic Herald

LITURGY & RUBRICS:
4 Qualities of Liturgy: Validity, Licitness, Fittingness, & Authenticity – P Kwasniewski PhD at NLM

ARCHITECTURE:
St. John Lateran, Not St. Peter’s Basilica, is Mother of All Churches in World – Fr de Souza/Rg

POLITICS:
Can Religious Organizations Engage in Public Service? – Thomas R. Ascik at The C. World Report

BONUS NEWS LINKS:
Houston Holds Biggest Church Chili Cook-Off This Side of the Pecos – A. Greeley at NC Register
Order of Malta Opts to Elect Grand Master Lt. Amid Constitutional Reform – C Mares/CNA
The Samizdat Herald can be Reached at Its’ New Location – The Samizdat Herald
Theopolitics can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Theopolitics
Civilization Watch can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Civilization Watch
FŒDVS can be Reached at This Location – FŒDVS

OBITUARY(IES)/DEATH(S):
Obituary: Rabbi Jonathan Lord Sacks – CNA via National Catholic Register

OTHER NEWS LINK(S):
German Catholic Bishop Renews Intercommunion Call After Vatican Objections – CNA/Reg

MORNING ISSUE TOP-10 VISITED NEWS LINKS:
1.  The Catholic Bishops Choose Barabbas, i.e., Joe Biden – David L. Gray at DavidLGray.info
2.  The Anti-Catholic Presidency to Come if U.S. Bishops Get Their Way – G. Neumayr/Am Spect.
3.  Priests, Laity, Can Pray This Until Election Officially Resolved – Fr. Z’s Blog
4.  Nothing Wrong With The Vote Totals in Pennsylvania – D. McClarey, J.D., at TACatholic
5.  Nothing Wrong With the Vote Totals in Michigan – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at TACatholic
6.  Analysis: After McCarrick Report, U.S. Bishops have Zoom Meeting – J.D. Flynn at CNA
7.  Ask Father: Can a Catholic Say or Wear Clothes that State Biden is Not My President? – Fr. Zed
8.  Abuse Survivor: ‘All Catholics Will be Grieving’ When McCarrick Report is Released – NC Reg
9.  A Pope In Purgatory – Mary O’Regan at Mary’s Blog
10.  Cardinal Pell Vindicated, Cardinal Parolin Rebuked – Philip F. Lawler at Catholic Culture

Notorious Abuser-Priest Dies – Marlo Safi at The Daily Caller
Be Patient, Be Prudent, & Keep Your Lamps Trimmed & Burning – Jn. Grondelski, Ph.D./NCReg
Dear Mother Whose Oldest Child is Under 6 – Julie Machado at Catholic Stand
Francis Promotes Civil Unions for Homosexuals: The Secretary of State Confirms – FSSPX News
The Divine Worship Daily Office is Coming, & More! – The Best In Catholic Blogging
Biden: The President-Suspect – Steven O’Reilly at Roma Locuta Est
My Favorite Nordstrom Rack Hack (Catholic Fashion Blog) – Meghan Ashley Styling
The Nation Dodged a Bullet in 2012 – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Fundraising in Times of Uncertainty – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
True: John James Refuses to Concede Senate Race – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at TACatholic

ORDINARIATE CATHOLICS:
New Tartan for All Personal Ordinariates – Fr. Z’s Blog

LITURGY & RUBRICS:
The Church Can’t Ignore Our Needs for Beauty & Authenticity – Katie Ascough at Catholic Herald
Argentina: Protests Continue Over Decision to Close Conservative Seminary – I. San Martín/Crux
Interesting Videos about Renaissance Sacred Music – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Mvmnt
Can Einkorn Flour Be Used For The Eucharist, & More! – The Best In Catholic Blogging

SCRIPTURE:
Paradoxical Commandments – Glenn Slaby at Catholic Stand

POLITICS:
Update from Brian Burch of Catholic Vote – Steve Ray at Defenders of the Catholic Faith
Ye Olde Fashioned Stuffed Ballot Boxes – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Going Out on a Limb – Anita Moore, O.P., Esq., at V for Victory!
Overcoming the Politics of Envy – Anne Hendershott at Respect Life Radio

BONUS NEWS LINKS:
Remember “President” Al Gore in 2000 – Steve Ray at Defenders of the Catholic Faith
Addiction with Power is a Deadly Combination: Hunter Biden – Rob Marco at Catholic Stand
I’ve Got a Little List – Robert Kurland, Ph.D., at The American Catholic
Cardinal Pell’s Vatican Rehabilitation, & More! – The Best In Catholic Blogging
An Era of Confrontations & Strife – The Five Beasts
Knights of Peter Claver Celebrate 111th Anniversary – Catholic News Agency
The Samizdat Herald can be Reached at Its’ New Location – The Samizdat Herald
Theopolitics can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Theopolitics
Civilization Watch can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Civilization Watch
FŒDVS can be Reached at This Location – FŒDVS

OTHER NEWS LINK(S):
Who is on Parler? – Fr. Z’s Blog
“Changing The Sabbath” & The Antichrist, & More! – The Best In Catholic Blogging
Messiah Treatment – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

MORNING EDITION TOP-10 VISITED LINKS:
1.  Nudges from God – Fr. Peter Schineller at Our Sunday Visitor
2.  Three Models of Priestly Goodness – George Weigel at The Catholic World Report
3.  The State of Grace Necessary to Assist the Souls in Purgatory – Joseph Pio at Cth Restoration
4.  4 Steps To Finding Peace In Troubled Times – Fr. Jeffrey Kirby, S.T.L., at Catholic Link
5.  God Challenges, Never Offering a Quick Fix – Daniel Mark at Catholic Stand
6.  Catholic Spirituality: An Essay by Dr. Thomas Howard – The Catholic World Report
7.  Alms-giving Affords Great Relief to the Departed – Joseph Pio at Catholic Restoration
8.  5 Simple Strategies for Raising Responsible Kids – Justin Coulson, Ph.D., at The Cthlc Weekly
9.  Becoming Catholic for the Right Reasons – Andrew Petiprin – CHN International
10.  Mary, Culture, Family, & Spiritual Warfare – Kathleen Beckman at Catholic Exchange

How To Pray The Rosary With Children: Embrace The Joyful Chaos! – D. & K. Taylor/C Link
What is Prayer? – Kendra Von Esh at Catholic Stand
The Freedom & Joy of Humility – Sinclair Cushmore at Catholic365
How St. Monica Dedicated Her Son to God before Giving Birth – Philip Kosloski at Aleteia
The Samizdat Herald can be Reached at Its’ New Location – The Samizdat Herald
Theopolitics can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Theopolitics
Civilization Watch can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Civilization Watch
FŒDVS can be Reached at This Location – FŒDVS

MORNING ISSUE TOP-10 VISITED NEWS LINKS:
1.  Exorcism Against Satan & Fallen Angels Aimed at Swing States, Wherein Fr. Z Rants – Fr. Zed
2.  What Now? Pray. – John Vrdolyak at Catholic Stand
3.  American Radicals’ Filthiest Export – Marek Jan Chodakiewicz at Crisis Magazine
4.  Women Put Rainbow Halo Around Virgin – Christian Davis at The Guardian
5.  Same-Sex-Attracted Catholics Decry Papal Comments on Same-Sex Unions – S. Ferrisi at Reg
6.  Pope Francis’ Seismic Shift of the Secretariat of State – Fr. Raymond J. de Souza at NC Rgstr
7.  Indicia of Fraud – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
8.  Ora pro Nobis – David Warren at The Catholic Thing
9.  Does Sacrament of Anointing Always Forgive Sins or are there Conditions to be Met – Fr. Zed
10.  Italian Newspaper: Pope Knew of Failed London Property Deal – Edward Pentin at NCRegister

My Favorite Nordstrom Rack Hack (Catholic Fashion Blog) – Meghan Ashley Styling
By Banning Mass, the U.K. Government has Crossed a Line – Dan Hitchens at Catholic Herald
Light on the Fraud – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Trump vs. The Nomenklatura – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Happiness: Is Psychology Making Religion Obsolete? – Rory Fox at Catholic Stand
Fresno Diocesan Priest Accused of Misconduct, Gang Links – CNA via The Catholic World Report
Thomas Pink on Aristotle’s Revenge – Edward Feser, Ph.D.
The Road Forward – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Fundraising in Times of Uncertainty – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Look Down! The Stunning Floors of Italy’s Churches – V.M. Traverso at Aleteia

VATICAN FINANCIAL SCANDAL:
U.K. Lawsuit gives Details on Vatican’s Controversial London Building – Ed Condon at CNA/CWR
Searches Carried Out on Key Figures in Vatican Financial Scandal – Hannah Brokhaus at CNA

LITURGY & RUBRICS:
Cartagloria: Eighteenth Century Altar Cards – Shawn R. Tribe at Liturgical Arts Journal
Forthcoming U.K. Daily Office Will ‘Resonate’ for Seekers of Jesus Christ – Peter Jesserer Smith

POLITICS:
Robert George Discusses How Trump Changed the G.O.P. – L. Brown & J. Liedl at NC Register
Donald Trump & the Politics of Charity – Michael Warren Davis at Crisis Magazine

BONUS NEWS LINKS:
Order of Malta to Elect New Leader, Despite Pleas to Delay – Edward Pentin at NC Register
Fatherhood & the Catholic Priest: A Discussion with Fr. John Hollowell – Jos. Sciambra at SoSJ
15th-century Irish Manuscript Returned after Being in British Hands – John Burger at Aleteia
An Indulgence Primer – Diana Von Glahn at Catholic Spiritual Direction
Why Study Theology? – Brother Raymond La Grange at Dominicana
The Samizdat Herald can be Reached at Its’ New Location – The Samizdat Herald
Theopolitics can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Theopolitics
Civilization Watch can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Civilization Watch
FŒDVS can be Reached at This Location – FŒDVS

OTHER NEWS LINK(S):
Does the Virtue of Obedience Mean You Have to Obey Every Human Law? – Jn. Rhiza at NC Rgstr

MORNING ISSUE TOP-10 VISITED NEWS LINKS:
1.  The Troubling Kinship of Bishop Barron & Father Martin – Eric Sammons at Crisis Magazine
2.  As If We Needed Further Evidence of Fox News Malfeasance – D. McClarey, J.D., at TACatholic
3.  ‘McCarrick Report’ could be ‘Black-eye’ for Church, Cardinal Dolan says – Cthlc News Agency
4.  Identifying & Responding to Imposter Catholics – Nate Guyear at Catholic Stand
5.  No Problem With the Vote Totals in Pennsylvania – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at TACatholic
6.  “Changing the Sabbath” & the Antichrist – Jimmy Akin at JimmyAkin.com
7.  Post Election Thought: Q & A with Fr. James Altman – David L. Gray at DavidLGray.info
8.  Cardinal Pell’s Vatican Rehabilitation – Fr. Allan J. McDonald at Southern Orders
9.  Demons of Discord – Msgr. Stephen Rossetti at Catholic Exorcism
10.  Long-Awaited McCarrick Report Due Next Week, Sources Say – Edward Pentin at NC Register

Fundraising in Times of Uncertainty – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Portland Rioters Damage Catholic Church Known for Outreach to the Poor – Cthlc News Agency
Arizona Hope – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Nothing Wrong With the Vote Totals in Michigan? – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at TACatholic
Ancient Ruins Discovered Where Jesus Founded the Church on Peter – uCatholic
War Room with Steve Bannon – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Substantial Architectural Progress At Clear Creek Abbey & More – The Best In Catholic Blogging
New G.O.P. – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Pride, Fear, & Lies – Fr. Christopher Pietraszko at Ignitum Today
The Church’s Islam Problem – William Kilpatrick at Crisis Magazine

VATICAN FINANCIAL SCANDAL:
Analysis: Pope Francis’ ‘Long Game’ of Vatican Financial Reform comes Full Circle – Ed Condon
L’Affaire Becciu Shows How Far Vatican Reform has to Go – Christopher Altieri at Catholic Herald
Pp. Francis Transfers Financial Administration Out of Secretariat of State – H. Brockhaus at Reg

VATICAN SEX SCANDAL:
McCarrick Report Due for Release Next Week – Ed Condon & J.D. Flynn at CNA via The CWR

RELIGIOUS FREEDOM:
Cuban Priests Blast, Communism, Cuba’s Bishops & Indirectly the Vatican – Babalú
Catholic Foster Care in Philadelphia: How Will the Supreme Court Decide? – A. Picciotti-Bayer

AMERICA’S ELECTION LEGITIMACY:
Bad Things Happen in Philadelphia – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Doctrine, Civil Unions, & Moral Legalism – Russell Shaw at The Catholic World Report

LITURGY & RUBRICS:
Forthcoming U.K. Daily Office Will ‘Resonate’ for Seekers of Jesus Christ – P. Jesserer Smith

ARCHITECTURE:
Phat Diem Cathedral in Vietnam: Beautiful Catholic Inculturation – Liturgical Arts Journal

BONUS NEWS LINKS:
Are Catholics Christian? Guide to Evangelical Questions – Sh. Schaetzel at Complete Christianity
What’s Really Happening at The Visitation: The Ark Comes to Elizabeth – Steve Smith, J.D.
Why Some Nativity Scenes Include This Figurine & More – The Best In Catholic Blogging
The Samizdat Herald can be Reached at Its’ New Location – The Samizdat Herald
Civilization Watch can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Civilization Watch
Theopolitics can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Theopolitics
FŒDVS can be Reached at This Location – FŒDVS

OBITUARY(IES)/DEATH(S):
Andrew Walther, Defender & Advocate of Persecuted Christians, Passes Away at 45 – A. Bowman

OTHER NEWS LINK(S):
The Attacks of Pro-abortionists in Poland aren’t even Vandalism, They’re Just Wickedness – Visegrád

MORNING ISSUE TOP-10 VISITED NEWS LINKS:
1.  Barnes Explains the Mass Electoral Fraud That Just Occurred – The American Catholic
2.  The Soccer Mom Who Became a Satanist Because of RBG’s Death – Patti Maguire Armstrong
3.  What Will Bishops Do If Biden Wins? – Fr. Allan J. McDonald at Southern Orders
4.  Canon Law Changed: Is This Aimed at the Prevention of Traditional Movements? – Fr. Z’s Blog
5.  If Necessary I’ll be Arrested: The Lockdown Defying Priest – D. Thompson at The Spectator
6.  Cohabitation — Minimizing Money & Maximizing Morals – Khang at Ignitum Today
7.  Poland Is Falling – Casey Chalk at Crisis Magazine
8.  Post Election Chaos – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
9.  The Not-so-Nice Origins & Meanings of the Word “Nice” – Charles E. Pope at Community in. . .
10.  Election Day Postmortem – Shane Schaetzel at Complete Christianity

Supreme Court Hears Arguments in Philadelphia Foster Care Case – CNA via The CWR
Thérèse of Lisieux’s Trick to Deal with Annoying People, & More! – The Best In Catholic Blogging
Sacristy Series: The Merits of the Italian Form of the Incense Boat – Liturgical Arts Journal
‘Platonic Parenting’ & the War on Love – Anthony M. Esolen, Ph.D, at Crisis Magazine
Evangelizing Our Children with Joy – Barbara Padolina at Catholic Stand
Analysis: Where Was the Biden Wave? – Ed Condon at CNA via The Catholic World Report
Fashion Principals 101 & Style Theory: Contrast (Catholic Fashion Blog) – Meghan Ashley Styling
In Times Like These, We Need More Eucharistic Adoration, Not Less – John M. Grondelski, Ph.D.
How to Annoy People when Fundraising – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Against Indifferentism – R.R. Reno at Law & Liberty

RELIGIOUS FREEDOM:
The Costs of the Vatican’s Deal with Communist China – Nina Shea at Hudson Institute
U.K. Religious Leaders: Ban on Mass is without Scientific Basis – Catholic News Agency

ORDINARIATE CATHOLICS:
Ordinariate Bishop: Divine Office is Participation in the Priestly Office of Christ – P. Jesserer Smith

CULTURE OF LIFE:
Louisiana Voters Approve Amendment 1: Exclude Right to Abortion f/ State Constitution – CWR

CULTURE OF DEATH:
Polish Archbishop: President’s Abortion Law Proposal Would Be New Euthanasia – CNA/NCRgstr

LITURGY & RUBRICS:
Ordinariate Bishop: Divine Office is Participation in the Priestly Office of Christ – P. Jesserer Smith

POLITICS:
Civil Rights Champion, Pro-life Democrat Loses Reelection Bid in Tennessee – CNA via The CWR
Oregon Decriminalizes Hard Drugs, Other States Legalize Medical, Recreational Marijuana – CNA

BONUS NEWS LINKS:
Why Some Nativity Scenes Include This Figurine, & More! – The Best In Catholic Blogging
Election Not Resolved, with Critical Catholic Issues Hanging in the Balance – CNA via The CWR
Ordinariates Conclude 10th Anniversary Amid Pandemic Year with New Divine Offices – NC Rgstr
The Samizdat Herald can be Reached at Its’ New Location – The Samizdat Herald
Theopolitics can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Theopolitics
Civilization Watch can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Civilization Watch
FŒDVS can be Reached at This Location – FŒDVS

OTHER NEWS LINK(S):
St. Charles Borromeo & the Key Principles of Catholic Reform – Fr. Charles Fox at The CWR

MORNING ISSUE TOP-10 VISITED NEWS LINKS:
1.  Medjugorje: A Cult Exposed – Jane Stannus at Crisis Magazine
2.  Our Cyrus Has Come – Michael Warren Davis at Crisis Magazine
3.  Catholic Nuns Deemed ‘Dangerous’ & Forced Out of Convent – Zhang Feng at Bitter Winter
4.  Civil-Unions ‘Imbergoglio’ Stains the Competency of Holy See Press Office – Fr. R. de Souza
5.  Does God ‘Set’ the Day & Time of Our Death? – Msgr. Charles E. Pope at Our Sunday Visitor
6.  America’s New Violent Reality – Matthew Schmitz at Catholic Herald
7.  Catholic Girl in Pakistan in Protective Custody after Abduction, Forced Marriage – CNA
8.  Why Do Christians Get White Stones in Heaven? – Stephen Beale at Catholic Exchange
9.  Ordinariate Becomes 14th U.S. ‘Restored Order’ Diocese – Peter Jesserer Smith at NC Register
10.  What has Gone Wrong? On the Collapse of Public Life – James Kalb at The Cth World Report

Catholic Families, Be Not Afraid – Alicia Connolly-Lohr at Catholic Stand
This “Martyr for Purity” was Killed in 1982 in Brazil – Larry Peterson at Aleteia
A Word of Comfort from Elisha the Prophet for a Hard Week & More – The Best In Cthlc Blogging
Is There Anything Between Death & Heaven? – Karlo Broussard at Catholic Answers Magazine
How to Annoy People when Fundraising – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
For the Defeat of Enemies: Devotions from the Roman Missal – The Missive FSSP
Fashion Principals 101 & Style Theory: Contrast (Catholic Fashion Blog) – Meghan Ashley Styling
Why Many Catholic Dioceses Offer Free Interment of Cremated Remains – Mary Farrow at CNA
Saints as Role Models – Fr. Gerald Musa at Ignitum Today
Perfect Love Casts Out Fear – Edward Feser, Ph.D.

VATICAN FINANCIAL SCANDAL:
Vatican Bishop: Peter’s Pence Not Used to Cover London Investment Losses – CNA/NC Rgstr
Lone Director of Vatican’s London Property has Business Ties to Deal’s Broker – E. Condon/CNA

RELIGIOUS FREEDOM:
Czech Cardinal Criticizes Big Tech Censorship After Twitter Account is Suspended – CNA/NCReg
English Bishops Want Evidence Public Masses Must be Stopped in Lockdown – S. Caldwell/OSV
French Bishops: Public Mass Ban Violates Freedom of Worship – Courtney Mares at CNA/NCReg
Church Leaders Sign Open Letter Opposing Public Mass Ban – Catholic Herald

LITERATURE & BOOK REVIEW(S):
New Book Reveals The Power Of Intercessory Prayer – Claire Dwyer at Catholic Spiritual Direction

BONUS NEWS LINKS:
Why the Peace of Christ is the Remedy for Political Discord – Philip Kosloski at Aleteia
Pope Francis on Same-Sex Civil Unions – Scott Davis at Catholic Stand
What is the Sacrament of Holy Orders? – Fr. Reginald Martin at Simply Catholic
The Samizdat Herald can be Reached at Its’ New Location – The Samizdat Herald
Civilization Watchcan be Reached at Its’ New Location – Civilization Watch
Theopolitics can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Theopolitics
FŒDVS can be Reached at This Location – FŒDVS

OBITUARY(IES)/DEATH(S):
The Wise Counsel of Andrew Walther – Kathryn Jean Lopez at Our Sunday Visitor
Andrew Walther, President of EWTN News, Remembered as a ‘St. Joseph’ Figure – J. Liedl
The Quiet Humble Success of Andrew Walther – Peter Wolfgang at Catholic Vote
‘An Extraordinary Legacy of Service’ – Friends Remember Andrew Walther – Matt Hadro at CNA

MORNING ISSUE TOP-10 VISITED NEWS LINKS:
1.  Vigano’s Letter & the Great Reset – Fr. Dwight Longenecker
2.  He Told Me to Put My Face in His Lap, How Schönstatt Founder Trained His Nuns – S. Magister
3.  Robert Barnes Electoral Map – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
4.  Petition for Laicisation Granted to Pp. Francis Denier Priest – Christopher Altieri at Cth Herald
5.  Remembering a Great Man Who Died Too Soon: Andrew Walther, R.I.P. – Kathryn Jean Lopez
6.  The Summa Contra Dr. Mazza – Steven O’Reilly at Roma Locuta Est
7.  New Romanesque-Style Sculptures at Clear Creek Abbey – Ros. T. Sullivan at Dappled Things
8.  Can You be Saved Outside the Catholic Church? – Fr. David Nix at Pilgrim Priest
9.  The U.K. Lockdown: Where are Today’s Maccabees? – Philip F. Lawler at Catholic Culture
10.  Fordham’s Fr. Bryan Massingale “Jubilant” after Pope Comes-out for Gay Unions – Sciambra

Ethically Problematic Crispr Gene-editing Tech Causing Unexpected Probs in Embryos – LAN
Real Men: You Can End Abortion – Cynthia Millen at Catholic Stand
Attacker of Religious Sister Arrested Amid Spate of Anti-Catholicism in Austria – C News Agency
Chaplet for Priests in Purgatory – Christina M. Sorrentino at Ignitum Today
A Plebiscite on Persecution? – Philip F. Lawler at Catholic Culture
Fashion Principals 101 & Style Theory: Contrast (Catholic Fashion Blog) – Meghan Ashley Styling
Rethinking the Enlightenment – Jared Zimmerer at Word on Fire Blog
How to Annoy People when Fundraising – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Andrew Walther, President of EWTN News, Remembered for Devotion to the Church – EWTN News

U.S. ELECTION 2020:
Robert Barnes Electoral Map – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
A Plebiscite on Persecution? – Philip F. Lawler at Catholic Culture
As a Catholic You Cannot Vote for a Candidate of the Democratic Party – D. Goddu at Catholic365
Key Penn. House Race Has Two Catholic Candidates with Opposing National Visions – NC Rgstr
Sex Education on the Ballot in Washington, Definition of Marriage in Nevada – CNA

RELIGIOUS FREEDOM:
U.K. Bishops Fight for Masses as England Prepares for 2nd Lockdown – CNA via NC Register
Bishop Davies of Shrewsbury Criticises Government Over Public Mass Ban – Catholic Herald
Bishop Stock of Leeds Calls on Government to Drop Proposed Ban on Public Worship – C. Herald

LITERATURE & BOOK REVIEW(S):
History’s Queen: Off the Shelf with Mike Aquilina – Pete Socks at Catholic Stand

POLITICS:
American Catholics & the Cold War – Mark Bauerlein at First Things

BONUS NEWS LINKS:
Blessed Be the Knights of Columbus – Nic Rowan at The American Spectator
Why We Do It: Praying for the Dead – Fr. Lawrence Lew, O.P., at Catholic Herald
Shooting in Vienna ‘Apparent Terrorist Attack’ – Cthlc News Agency via The Catholic World Report
The Power of Humble Leaders – B.J. Gonzalvo at Catholic365.com
The Samizdat Herald can be Reached at Its’ New Location – The Samizdat Herald
Civilization Watch can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Civilization Watch
Theopolitics can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Theopolitics
FŒDVS can be Reached at This Location – FŒDVS

OBITUARY(IES)/DEATH(S):
Fr. Giuseppe Vallauri, R.I.P. – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Movement

MORNING ISSUE TOP-10 VISITED NEWS LINKS:
1.  The Biden-Bergoglio Reset – George Neumayr at The American Spectator
2.  Disappointed with Bishop Barron’s Article on Catholic Voting – Steve Ray at Defenders. . .
3.  The Pope Really Doesn’t Like Republicans – Damian Thompson at The Spectator|USA
4.  Is the Vatican Scared of the Hunter Biden Laptop? – Mt. Archbold at Creative Minority Report
5.  What has the Pontiff Actually Done: From the Confusion, An Evil Rises – Michael H. Brown
6.  Doubting the Conventional Narrative About the Schism of 1054 – Charles Yost at TIC
7.  What to Look for On Election Night – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
8.  Vatican Secretariat of State Provides Context of Pope Francis Civil Union Remark – CNA
9.  Our Duty to Relieve the Souls in Purgatory – Joseph Pio at Catholic Restoration
10.  Trump or Anarchy – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

A Good Father Tells the Truth – Joseph Sciambra at Sons of St. Joseph
Can Catholics Vote for Biden/Harris? – Crisis Magazine
Bishops Tell U.K. Govt to Produce Evidence Church Closures Prevent Transmission – Crux
Abortionist Says Aborting Babies with Down Syndrome is Healing, Like Antibiotics – LAN
The Real Presence: An Unbroken Promise – Richard Auciello at Catholic Stand
Our Powerful Intercessors – Msgr. Stephen Rossetti at Catholic Exorcism
How to Annoy People when Fundraising – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
“Liturgical Mysticism is the Crowning of the Christian Life” – P. Senz at The Cthlc World Report
Fashion Principals 101 & Style Theory: Contrast (Catholic Fashion Blog) – Meghan Ashley Styling
In Papal Sweepstakes, Italy Still May Be More Equal Than Others – John L. Allen, Jr., at Crux

VATICAN FINANCIAL SCANDAL:
Pope Francis & the Independence of the Holy See – Andrea Gagliarducci at Monday Vatican

RELIGIOUS FREEDOM:
Chileans Blocked From Visiting Cemeteries On All Saints Day – G. Ibáñez at Religion Unplugged
Big Supreme Court Case Defending Catholic Foster Care Services – A. Picciotti-Bayer/Spect|USA
Vatican Must Take a Strong Stance Against Persecution in China – F. Rooney & Th. Farr/Am Spect

CULTURE OF LIFE:
New Report: Multiple States Made Pro-life Gains in 2020 – Nancy Flanders at Live Action News

POLITICS:
Have We Lost Our Way to Civil Discourse? – Robert Louis Rodriguez at Catholic365

BONUS NEWS LINKS:
St. Jude Thaddeus — Martyred in Persia with Simon – Alexandra Greeley at NC Register
Fr. McGivney’s Beatification; An Interview with Dr. Maria Ulrickson – S. Skinner at Cthlc Stand
As Carlo Acutis is Beatified, How is the Internet Changing the Church? – Th. Caddick at C. Herald
Catholic Fundraising in 2020: Many Down, Some Up, but All Changed – Mk. Pattison at CNS/Crux
The Samizdat Herald can be Reached at Its’ New Location – The Samizdat Herald
Theopolitics can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Theopolitics
Civilization Watch can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Civilization Watch
FŒDVS can be Reached at This Location – FŒDVS

OTHER NEWS LINK(S):
Bishop Barron Hit with Massive Backlash after Praising Pro-Gay James Martin – Complicit Clergy

MORNING ISSUE TOP-10 VISITED LINKS:
1.  St. Thérèse of Lisieux’s Trick for Patiently Dealing with Annoying People – Mathilde De Robien
2.  Rob Flello: The Day My Atheist Convictions Were Shattered – Rob Flello at Catholic Herald
3.  Three Catholic Bibles That Are Guaranteed To Reinvigorate Your Study – William Hemsworth
4.  Watch Elderly Couple Married 60 Years Reunite after 215 Days Apart – Cer. Gardiner at Aleteia
5.  How God Brought a Nashville Musician Back to the Catholic Church – Pat. Knap at NC Register
6.  Catholic Absolutes for Our Interior & Exterior Life, Part I & Part II  – Steve Smith at Cthlc Stand
7.  Doctors Offered Abortion when Twin’s Scan Showed Problems, then a Miracle Occurred – LAN
8.  Why We Should Let Our Lives Slow Down – Cecily Lowe at Catholic Stand
9.  Contemplative Prayer & The Divine Office – Steve Greco at Catholic Stand
10.  Why I Became Catholic – Emma North at The Australian Catholic Weekly

Live Perpetual Adoration Of The Blessed Sacrament – EWTN Poland
Chrissy Teigen Writes about Losing Her Son at 20 Weeks – C. Fiano-Chesser at Live Action News
Becoming an Engaged Catholic Father – Catholic Stand
Bones Are Funny Things – Nathaniel Dreyer at Catholic Stand
A Primer On The Book Of Revelation, & More Great Links! – The Best In Catholic BloggingXXX
Who is a Right Friend For a Shepherd? – Laurika Nxumalo at Catholic Stand
Saints With Mobility Impairments – Meg Hunter-Kilmer at Aleteia
Lost Sheep Need Prayer First – Philippa Martyr at The Australian Catholic Weekly
The Samizdat Herald can be Reached at Its’ New Location – The Samizdat Herald
Civilization Watch can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Civilization Watch
Theopolitics can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Theopolitics
FŒDVS can be Reached at This Location – FŒDVS

MORNING ISSUE TOP-10 VISITED NEWS LINKS:
1.  “Pastoral” & Other Weasel Words – Edward Feser, Ph.D.
2.  President Duda Succumbs to Riots & Anarchy, Will Propose Eugenic Abortion – CNA via CWR
3.  Why Some Nativity Scenes Include This Figurine – Billy Ryan at uCatholic
4.  The De-Catholicization Of Poland – Rod Dreher at The American Conservative
5.  Ousted as Student Senate Pres. for My Catholic Faith, Now I’m Taking a Stand – Jack Denton
6.  Archbishop of Czestochowa’s Home Attacked by Feminist Rioters – Micaiah Bilger at Life Nws
7.  Aux. Bishop Octavio Cisneros of Brooklyn Retires, Remains as Local Pastor – C. News Agency
8.  Ask Father: Can Einkorn Flour be Used for the Eucharist? It is Lower in Gluten – Fr. Z’s Blog
9.  Advent Calendars Are Back in a Big Way, Here are 33 for Adults – Samantha Daly at dwell
10.  How My Fitness Became a Prayer – Karen Pullano at Ignitum Today

The Fear Factor – Carol Monaco at Catholic Stand
A Lesson in Preparedness – Deacon Lawrence Klimecki at The Way of Beauty
Live Perpetual Adoration Of The Blessed Sacrament – EWTN Poland
Our Anti-Catholic Administrative State – Philip Hamburger at First Things
Covid-19, Filling Empty Churches, & The Eucharist; & More Links! – The Best In Catholic Blogging
Mr. William “Bill” Strub: a.k.a. “The World’s Oldest Altar Boy” Passes at Age 98 – J.P. Sonnen
Fashion Principals 101 & Style Theory: Contrast (Catholic Fashion Blog) – Meghan Ashley Styling
All Saints & All Souls – Praying for the Dead – Charlotte Mills at Catholic Stand
How to Annoy People when Fundraising – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Saint Alphonsus Rodriguez – Poem by Gerard Manley Hopkins – All Roads Lead to Rome

RELIGIOUS FREEDOM:
Catholic Leaders in Pakistan Condemn Forced Conversion, Marriage of Christian Girl, 13 – Crux

CULTURE OF DEATH:
Biden Touts ‘Inspiration’ of Catholic Faith, Despite Abortion & Religious Freedom Positions – Reg

LITERATURE & BOOK REVIEW(S):
Glory in All Things Argues for the Timeless Qualities of Benedictine Education – B. Welter at CWR

POLITICS:
Go Fix Those Problems: Why 4 Catholics are Willing to Serve in Public Office – CNA via The CWR
Voting & The Common Good – L. Jared Staudt, Ph.D., at Building Catholic Culture

BONUS NEWS LINKS:
Pope Francis Recognizes Martyrdom of Lebanese Priests Killed Under Muslim Rule – CNA/CWR
The Samizdat Herald can be Reached at Its’ New Location – The Samizdat Herald
Theopolitics can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Theopolitics
Civilization Watch can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Civilization Watch
FŒDVS can be Reached at This Location – FŒDVS