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MORNING ISSUE:
Holy Habits: 20 New Year’s Resolutions – Patti Maguire Armstrong at NC Register
Why did McCarrick visit the Obama/Biden White House in July 2013? – Steven O’Reilly at RLE
Top Recommended Fundraising Goals for 2021 – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Covid Vaccines & Catholic Bioethics – Jeffrey A. Mirus at Catholic Culture
St. Vianney: The Inspiring Priest – Diana Ragsdale at Catholic Stand
A Very Modern Mystic – Declan Leary at Crisis Magazine
The Beloved Disciple – Fr. Joseph Gill at Ignitum Today
Pope Francis Issues Law Reorganizing Vatican Finances – CNA via NC Register
A Christmas Message from a German Soldier – David Torkington at Catholic Stand
Dangerous Alliance of Rothschild & Vatican of Francis – Complicit Clergy

BONUS NEWS LINKS:
Theopolitics can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Theopolitics
Civilization Watch can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Civilization Watch
The Samizdat Herald can be Reached at Its’ New Location – The Samizdat Herald
FŒDVS can be Reached at This Location – FŒDVS

Note: We will be posting less links in order to set aside time to improve our online security features.  We will return to robust posting on January 5.

MORNING ISSUE:
Rembrandt’s Holy Family & the Presentation in the Temple – Jn. Grondelski, Ph.D., at NC Register
The Blessing of Wine on the Feast of St. John the Evangelist – Gregory DiPippo at NLM
Top Recommended Fundraising Goals for 2021 – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Not Shocked in California – One Mag Mom
St. Francis & the Message of Christmas – David Torkington at Catholic Stand
No Man-Made Nation can Last Forever – Shane Schaetzel at Complete Christianity
Bishop of Myra: The True Story of St. Nicholas – Mariella Hunt at Ignitum Today
The Catholic Case for Secession? – Eric Sammons at Crisis Magazine
The Beauty of Imperfection – Glenn Slaby at Catholic Stand
Pope Francis, Deciphering His Speech to the Curia – Andrea Gagliarducci at Monday Vatican
R.I.P. – Fr. Reginald Foster, O.C.D. – Fr. Z’s Blog
Pope Snubs Vatican Crèche – Philip Pullella at Reuters

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Theopolitics can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Theopolitics
Civilization Watch can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Civilization Watch
The Samizdat Herald can be Reached at Its’ New Location – The Samizdat Herald
FŒDVS can be Reached at This Location – FŒDVS

Note: We will be posting less links to set aside time to improve our online security features.  We will return to robust posting on January 5.

MORNING ISSUE:
Our Politician’s Communion Scandal – Tom Collingwood at Catholic Stand
How Should Catholics Respond to Crises in the Church? – Patti M. Armstrong at NC Register
Remembering the 1920-22 Belfast Pogrom of Catholics – Kevin Rooney at Sp!ked
Top Recommended Fundraising Goals for 2021 – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
The Connection between Contraception & the LGBT Community – Jim Russell at The CWR
A New Master of Education Program in Catholic School Administration – David Clayton at NLM
Bad Liturgical Idea #7548023 – Fr. Z’s Blog
Jew & Greek – Glenn C. Arbery, Ph.D., at The Imaginative. . .
Will Xi Succeed Where Mao Failed? – R.C. Vanlandingham at Crisis Magazine

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Theopolitics can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Theopolitics
Civilization Watch can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Civilization Watch
The Samizdat Herald can be Reached at Its’ New Location – The Samizdat Herald
FŒDVS can be Reached at This Location – FŒDVS

Note: We will be posting less links in order to improve our online security features.  We will return to robust posting on January 5.

MORNING ISSUE:
Breviary Insert with New Approved Texts for the Liturgy of the Hours – Tom B. at Tom’s Digest
A New Sarum Ceremonial Manual – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Movement
For Catholic Priests: How to Grow Your Parish – Shane Schaetzel at Complete Christianity
Top Recommended Fundraising Goals for 2021 – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Before & After: Blessed Sacrament in Lawton, Oklahoma & More! – The Best In Catholic Blogging
CTS Invites Registration of Interest in New Daily Office & Divine Worship Books – Pet. Smith/ACS
Join the Largest Catholic Bible Conference on the Planet & It’s Free! – Steve Ray at Defenders. . .
The Reason Why No Photography is Allowed in the Sistine Chapel – Rick Marshall at Mental Floss
Even in a Pandemic, Churches Like St. Agnes Remain Vital to Life in New York – Edw. Short at CJ
Rights Talk vs. Dialogue – Randall B. Smith, Ph.D., at The Catholic Thing

BONUS NEWS LINKS:
Theopolitics can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Theopolitics
Civilization Watch can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Civilization Watch
The Samizdat Herald can be Reached at Its’ New Location – The Samizdat Herald
FŒDVS can be Reached at This Location – FŒDVS

Note: We will be posting less links in order to improve our online security features.  We will return to robust posting on January 5.

MORNING ISSUE:
Mary Christmas! – Guy McClung, Ph.D., J.D., at Catholic Stand
The Full Meaning of the Virgin Birth – L. Jared Staudt at Building Catholic Culture
What Child Is This, the Son of Mary – Mark Belanger at Catholic Stand
Chesterton’s Christmas – Collin Slowey at Public Discourse
History & the Holy Family – Joseph Pearce at The Imaginative. . .
3 Kinds of Gifts & What They Tell Us About God – Celeste Behe at National Catholic Register
A Divine Master Plan – Fr. Gerald Musa at Ignitum Today
Christmastime Lessons in the School of St. Joseph – Fr. Roger Landry at NC Register
The Titan Versus the Christ Child – Anita Moore, O.P., Esq., at V for Victory!

BONUS NEWS LINKS:
Theopolitics can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Theopolitics
Civilization Watch can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Civilization Watch
The Samizdat Herald can be Reached at Its’ New Location – The Samizdat Herald
FŒDVS can be Reached at This Location – FŒDVS

Note: We will be posting less links in order to improve our online security features.  We will return to robust posting on January 5.

MORNING ISSUE:
The Virgin of Paris & the Conversion of Paul Claudel, On Christmas Eve 1886 – R.T. Sullivan
The Only Person Ever Pre-Announced – Venerable Fulton J. Sheen at CERC
“O Emmanuel”: A Final Antiphon & More Music – Malcom Guite at The Imaginative. . .
Christmas 2020: A Little Too Authentic for My Taste – John Zmirak, Ph.D.
Top Recommended Fundraising Goals for 2021 – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
In a Rare Move, Catholic Nuns Set Out to Build a New Monastery – Katelyn Ferral at RNS
A Note about Old Testament Prophets & the Church’s Calendar – Fr. Z’s Blog
It’s Back to the Basics – Ida Adams at Catholic Stand
The Key to the Season: The Collect for the Vigil Mass of Christmas Eve – Michel P. Foley at NLM
Preparations for the Joy of Christmas – B.J. Gonzalvo at Catholic Stand
Advent, the Annunciation & the Mérode Altarpiece – John M. Grondelski, Ph.D., at NC Reg
Time is Life – Thomas Tan at Ignitum Today
Home Altars Put God in His Place (of Honor) – Angelo Stagnaro at National Catholic Register
Was James the Brother of our Lord Same Person as Apostle James son of Alphaeus – Steve Ray

BONUS NEWS LINKS:
Theopolitics can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Theopolitics
Civilization Watch can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Civilization Watch
The Samizdat Herald can be Reached at Its’ New Location – The Samizdat Herald
FŒDVS can be Reached at This Location – FŒDVS

Note: We will be posting less links in order to improve our online security features.  We will return to robust posting on January 5.

EVENING ISSUE:
A Late Advent Message From the Lord – Msgr. Charles E. Pope at Community in Mission
When Loved Ones Leave the Church – Christina M. Sorrentino at Ignitum Today
Australia’s Church Leaders Claim Unaware of $1.7B Transferred from Vatican – Ed Pentin
Top Recommended Fundraising Goals for 2021 – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Last Hong Kong Governor: Pope ‘Badly Advised’ on China Bishops’ Pact – S. MacDonald at Crux
A Countercultural View About Women in the Church – Paul A. Escott at Catholic Stand
Paulist Fathers Offer “Queer” Advent Reflections – Joseph Sciambra at Sons of St. Joseph
Saint of the Day Quote: Blessed Nicholas Factor – D. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
The Forgotten History of Christian Slavery Under Islam – Fr. Seán Connolly at The CWR
Commie Christmas – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Diocesan Ethicist: People May Still be Led to Refuse Vax in Good Faith – Fr. Richard Heilman
Smother Love – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Live These Final Days of Advent in the Spirit of Mary – Fr. Stan Smolenski at NC Register
Hmmm. . . – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Pope Francis’ Instagram Account Appears to ‘Like’ Another Model’s Racy Pic – L. Brown/NY Post

BONUS NEWS LINKS:
Theopolitics can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Theopolitics
Civilization Watch can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Civilization Watch
The Samizdat Herald can be Reached at Its’ New Location – The Samizdat Herald
FŒDVS can be Reached at This Location – FŒDVS

Note: We will be posting less links in order to improve our online security features.  We will return to robust posting on January 5.

MORNING ISSUE:
A Plea for Intolerance by Venerable Fulton J. Sheen – Fr. Richard Heilman at Roman Catholic Man
Syracuse Bishop Revives Ember Days, Calls for Prayer & Fasting for Vocations – NC Register
Top Recommended Fundraising Goals for 2021 – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
The Cathedral of Siena: The Baptismal Font – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Movement
If Only the Tsar Knew – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
The State Will Be Transformed – Andrew Willard Jones at New Polity
Fulfillment of All Prophecies – Fr. Joseph Gill at Ignitum Today
Celebrating Jesus’ Birthday Liturgically at Home – Joseph Pronechen at NC Register
The Ongoing Incarnation: A Christmas Meditation – Deacon Greg Lambert at Catholic Stand
Extending Comfort & Joy to the Elderly This Christmas – Susan Klemond at NC Register
Christmas in the Trees – Masha Goepel at Catholic Stand
That Demon Cult Bowl Placed on St. Peter’s Altar, Where’s the Damned Bowl Now? – Fr. Zed
A Commercial or a Catholic Christmas? – Catholic Stand
Questions I Answered on Catholic Answers Live: The Nativity (Video) – Steve Ray
Note of the Doctrine of the Faith Congr. on the Morality of Using Some Anti-Covid Vax – Fr. Zed
Answering a World of Lies with the Fifth Advent Candle – Steve Smith at Catholic Stand
Senator Hawley Explains Why 74M Americans Aren’t Going to be Silent & Go Away – Steve Ray

BONUS NEWS LINKS:
Theopolitics can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Theopolitics
Civilization Watch can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Civilization Watch
The Samizdat Herald can be Reached at Its’ New Location – The Samizdat Herald
FŒDVS can be Reached at This Location – FŒDVS

Note: We will be posting less links in order to improve our online security features.  We will return to robust posting on January 5.

MORNING ISSUE:
Bishop Tells Congress: Nigerian Christians Facing ‘Calculated Genocide’ – Hadro/CNA/NC Reg
Ordinariate Parish’s E-Day Brings People Back to Catholic Faith – Jackson Perry at AC Society
Top Recommended Fundraising Goals for 2021 – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
How Aborted Children are Used in Research – Tracy A. Trasancos, Ph.D., at Ntnl Catholic Register
The Democratic Party Has Been Infiltrated by Demonic Powers – Fr. Richard Heilman at RCM
A Catholic Ultimatum to the GOP – Shane Schaetzel at Complete Christianity
Ordinariate Parish’s E-Day Brings People Back to Catholic Faith – Jackson Perry at AC Society

BONUS NEWS LINKS:
Theopolitics can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Theopolitics
Civilization Watch can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Civilization Watch
The Samizdat Herald can be Reached at Its’ New Location – The Samizdat Herald
FŒDVS can be Reached at This Location – FŒDVS

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When You’re Ready to Change, Jesus is Ready to Heal You – Jennifer Fitz at Sticking the Corners
St. Thomas Aquinas on Prudence & Other Virtues (Podcast) – J. Budsiszewski, Ph.D.
Religious Life – A Gift to the Church & Society – Laurika Nxumalo at Catholic Stand
I Cannot Stop Sinning, So I Pray – Kendra Von Esh at Catholic Stand
Some Motivation to Say the Liturgy of the Hours, & More! – The Best In Catholic Blogging
Pope Francis Names New Bishop for Diocese of Greensburg – CNA via NC Register
Theopolitics can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Theopolitics
Civilization Watch can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Civilization Watch
The Samizdat Herald can be Reached at Its’ New Location – The Samizdat Herald
FŒDVS can be Reached at This Location – FŒDVS

Note: We will be posting less links in order to improve our online security features.  We will return to robust posting on January 5.

LATE AFTERNOON ISSUE:
Research Opens New Insights Into the Star of Bethlehem – Ed Pentin at NC Register
Top Recommended Fundraising Goals for 2021 – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
St. Olga of Kiev Was Brave & Good, But She Wasn’t ‘Nice’ – Angelo Stagnaro at NC Register
A Man, His Wife & Their Newborn Baby Are the Essence of Humility – L. Peterson/Catholic Stand
More Bad News from the Vatican, Wherein Fr. Z Rants – Fr. Z’s Blog
Victim Souls Defeat Satan – Ray Sullivan at Catholic Stand
The United Oligarchy of America – Anita Moore, Esq. at V for Victory!
Responding to Evil – Christopher Pietraszko at Ignitum Today
Leonardo Boff: The Pope’s Radical ‘Ecotheologian’ – Julio Loredo at National Catholic Register
The Lost Chain – Jean Elizabeth Seah at Ignitum Today
The Slow Boat to China Accelerates: Catholics Should Take Notice – William Kilpatrick at TPP
PopeWatch: Worst Enemy – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Simplicity & Peace: Surviving Sex, Porn, & Fap Addictions – Joseph Sciambra at Sons of St. . .
Christmas With the Scientologists – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
It’s Not the Jewish Christmas: What Hanukkah Can Teach Us Today – Michael Heekin at Crisis
Of Wisdom & Degrees – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

Big Pulpit Blog Post:
Beginning today through January 5, Big Pulpit will be posting roughly half of the links of what we normally post.  Plus Saturday & Sunday will be consolidated into a “VVEEKEND EDITION“.  This is only temporary until January 5 when we will return to our normal 18+ links each day & separate Saturday & Sunday Editions.

Because of an increase in anti-Christian hostility, i.e., Christophobia, I will be improving the security features of all of Little Vatican’s websites (Big Pulpit is a Little Vatican Apostolate).  I want to emphasize that all of the Little Vatican Apostolate websites are quite secure with a robust array of anti-hacking software.  We are attacked from time to time, most especially on The American Catholic website.  And we have not suffered more than a six hours total of downtime these past 15+ years for all ten Little Vatican Apostolate websites.  I need this time to upgrade my security features so I can keep this excellent track record.

Thank you all for your patronage & may you all have a Blessed Advent & Merry Christmas!

BONUS NEWS LINKS:
Theopolitics can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Theopolitics
Civilization Watch can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Civilization Watch
The Samizdat Herald can be Reached at Its’ New Location – The Samizdat Herald
FŒDVS can be Reached at This Location – FŒDVS

MORNING ISSUE:
No Man Left Behind: The Good News from Gregory the Great Academy – Ch. Check/Crisis
How to Conduct a Daily Examination of Conscience – Steve Greco at Catholic Stand
Hungary Defines Family as Having a Mother & a Father – CNA via The Catholic World Report
Chicago Catholic School Spreads Christmas Cheer Thru American Sign Language – NC Rgstr
Before & After: St. Augustine’s Cathedral in Kalamazoo, Michigan – Liturgical Arts Journal
PopeWatch: Gobbledygook – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
On Cages & Evangelization in China – George Weigel at The Catholic World Report
Anti-Religious Bigots Using Riots & Covid to Go on Church Vandalism Spree – R Everson/Fdrlst
Bayes & Blueberries; or, Say “No” to Algebra – Bob Drury at Catholic Stand
As Catholics Schools Jettison Truth, They Succumb to Progressive Ideology – Ma. Miller/CWR
No More Bishop Nice Guy: Future of Catholic Church in U.S. – WSJ via Rorate Cæli
The Persecution of a Finnish Parliamentarian – K.V. Turley at National Catholic Register
Just Call Me Ms. Scrooge – Kat Larson at Ignitum Today
Driving Out Love: The Modern Bureaucratic Lifestyle – J. Mirus, Ph.D., at Catholic Culture
As Italy Hits Record Low Births, Is There a Future for the Family? – H Brockhaus/CNA/NC Reg
The Magical World of “Climate Change” – Hadley A. Arkes, Ph.D., at The Catholic Thing
Person Who Accused Virginia Priest of Sexual Abuse Recants – Associated Press via Crux
Blood of St. Januarius Fails to Liquefy at Start of December Feast – H Brockhaus/CNA/NC Reg

RELIGIOUS FREEDOM:
US Bill Against Uyghur Forced Labor Gets Corporate Lobbyist Attention – CNA via NC Register
McAleese Joins Interfaith Group to Call for Change in Same-sex Laws – Catholic Herald
International Court Declines to Investigate China for Uyghur Persecution – CNA/NC Register

AMERICA’S DATE WITH DESTINY:
Before the Dementia Kicked In – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

EASTERN RITE CATHOLICS:
Britain’s First Syro-Malabar Catholic Bishop: We are Committed to the New Evangelization – CWR

EASTERN & ORIENTAL ORTHODOX:
India’s Supreme Court to Hear Complaint On Mandatory Confession in Oriental Orthodoxy – CWR

BONUS NEWS LINKS:
Theopolitics can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Theopolitics
Civilization Watch can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Civilization Watch
The Samizdat Herald can be Reached at Its’ New Location – The Samizdat Herald
FŒDVS can be Reached at This Location – FŒDVS