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MONDAY MORNING EDITION

29 June AD 2026

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Cardinal Müller’s Intervention at the Consistory of Cardinals: Full Text – Diane Montagna
Swiss Diocese of St. Gallen Promotes ‘Election of First Female Pope’ – Complicit Clergy
The Remaining Members of the Episcopal Church – Fr. Allan J. McDonald at Southern Orders

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
On Leo XIV’s Second Consistory: A Form of Government or a Consultation? – Andrea Gagliarducci
An American Pope, a Constitutional Honor: Leo XIV to Receive Historic Liberty Medal – Zenit

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Around the Catholic Blogosphere:
Ask Father: If God Love Us Infinitely Why Does He Not Speak to Us Directly? – Fr. Z’s Blog
Is History Repeating Itself. . .Schism – Gene Thomas Gomulka at John 18:37
Lying – J. Budziszewski, Ph.D., at The Underground Thomist
Podcast: Emergency Sacraments – Fr. David J. Nix at Pilgrim Priest
Leftists Moved by a Leftist Pope – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Six Words Satan Hates – Michael H. Brown at Spirit Daily Blog
Holy Mother Apparitions Reinterpreted from the Perspective of Vatican II – Ecce Agnus Dei
Satire: The History of the S.S.P.X. As Told in Gen-Z Slang – Everett Polinski at Irkutsk Ice Truckers
Satire: Woke Jesus Cleanses the Temple – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
The Novelty of Vatican II That Wore Off & the Bureaucracy That Didn’t – Grain Of Wheat
Consistory Day 2: Peace, Synodality as Spirituality, but no Response to S.S.P.X. – Michael Haynes
Germany: Rome Rejection of Lay Preaching Causes Anger, Card. Kasper Complicit – Cathol Concl
St. Peter & St. Paul, Apostles – Fr. Christopher G. Phillips at A Pilgrim’s Journey
Being Blind To The Truth: The Danger Of Denial – Mark Belanger at Catholic Stand Magazine
The Beauty of Holiness: Ordinariate Divine Worship – A Treasure To Be Shared
Video: You Don’t Understand How Bad Islam’s Arguments Are – Matt Fradd
Video: St. Maria Goretti Appears Daily to Him, Revealing This about Souls. . . – Uniquely Mary
Placing Vatican II in Context of Church History, Seeking Remedies to Crisis – P.A. Kwasniewski
Silence Isn’t Golden When You’re Sitting On Satan’s Fence – Dan Fitzpatrick at Catholic Stand Mag
First Look: N.L.T.-C.E. Gift Edition from Tyndale – Marc at Catholic Bible Talk

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Catholic Media:
How to Relate to a Non-Catholic Family – Fr. Michael Rennier at Aleteia
Video: Vocations in Action: Sr. Miriam Heidland, Fr. John Burns, Tim Glemkowski. . . – Napa Inst
Why ‘Scripture Alone’ Doesn’t Work: Three Reasons Catholics Reject Sola Scriptura – Church Pop
The Church Fathers Explain Why Union With Rome Is Essential – National Catholic Register
The Problem Is That Socialists Are Anti-Social – John Horvat, II, at Tradition, Family, & Property

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Everywhere Else:
The Formation of Robert Prevost. . . Explains a Lot – Belinda Luscombe at Time Magazine
The Fascist Film That Plays As Prophecy – Rod Dreher at Rod Dreher’s Diary
Islamification Becomes U.S. Public Enemy No. 1 – Pedro Rodriguez at Daily Signal
Denmark to Ban Muslim Call to Prayer – James Rothwell at The Daily Telegraph
Video: There Are Over 250,000 Muslims in Houston – Brigitte Gabriel
Obergefell’s Second Decade – Josh M. Blackman, J.D., at Law & Liberty

Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The Plan to Save Catholic Education – Gary Sullivan at Catholic 365

Top-10 News Stories for the Sunday Afternoon Edition:
1. The Cancellation of an American Exorcist – Dorothy Osanna at Catholic Stand Magazine
2. Leo to Bestow Pallium On Four U.S. Prelates in Extra Special Moment w/Pope – The CWR
3. Bishop Barron Tosses Down Gauntlet to Archb. Paglia – Don McClarey at The American Catholic
4. Ten Companies Dialing Back L.G.B.T.Q. ‘Pride’ Messaging – Tyler O’Neil at Daily Signal
5. Thomas Sowell is More Catholic than the Pope – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at TACatholic
6. Video: J.D. Vance Was Disturbed by His Meeting with Francis – Anthony P. Stine, Ph.D.
7. Pope Leo XIV Dismisses Schismatic Spanish Priest – EWTN News
8. Open Letter to Pope Leo XIV Regarding the S.S.P.X. Situation – Petite Fleur
9. Why the Padre Pio Statue is Weeping Red Blood in Italy – Mary O’Regan at Mary’s Blog
10. George Washington & Phillis Wheatley – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

Honorable Mentioned News Stories for the Sunday Afternoon Edition:
The Heresy of Neo-Lefebvrism: from the ‘Crisis’ to the Obstinate Denials – David L. Gray, Th.M.
Cardinal Müller Shakes Up the Consistory: “We Must Respond to the S.S.P.X.” – Diane Montagna
Pageau & Birbalsingh’s Incredible A.R.C. Talks – Rod Dreher at Rod Dreher’s Diary

The Top-10 New Stories for the Saturday & Sunday Edition:
1. Bishop Barron Tosses Down Gauntlet to Archb. Paglia – Don McClarey at The American Catholic
2. Cardinal Müller Shakes Up the Consistory: “We Must Respond to the S.S.P.X.” – Diane Montagna
3. Archbishop Paglia’s Stunning Admission – Prayerful Posse via The American Catholic
4. Video: This Is What Real Masculinity Looks Like – That Trad Gal
5. Something Is Rotten in the Church in Sweden – Diane Montagna
6. W.D.T.P.R.S.: Sticky Goo of Error & Freeing Splendor of Truth, Wherein Fr. Z Rants – Fr. Z’s Blog
7. Why the Padre Pio Statue is Weeping Red Blood in Italy – Mary O’Regan at Mary’s Blog
8. Priestly Secrets & Sexual Misconduct at University of Notre Dame – Complicit Clergy
9. Requiescat In Pace: Ann Blyth, Actress & Devout Catholic – Donald R. McClarey, J.D.
10. The Magnificent Resurgence of Catholic Pilgrimages—What it Means for the Church – TFP

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Catholic References:
How to be Catholic: A Step-by-Step Guide – EWTN News via National Catholic Register
Find a Catholic Charity Anywhere in the World – Catholic Charity Finder
Ask Me Anything About the Catholic Faith – Catholic Questions
Find a Relic Anywhere in the World – The Relic Project
Douay-Rheims Bible – Douay-Rheims Bible Online
Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition Bible – EWTN
Haydock Catholic Bible – Haydock Commentary Online
Mass Times for Travel – MassTimes.org
Catholic Prophecy Encyclopedia – Prophetical.org
Need Professional Fundraising Advice? – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Helping You Build a Better Wardrobe – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist
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Daily Readings:
Novus Ordo Mass (America) – United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
Traditional Latin Mass – Latin Mass Helper
Novus Ordo Mass (Nigeria) – Nigeria Catholic Network
Novus Ordo Mass (Australia) – Diocese of Parramatta
Novus Ordo Mass (Canada) – Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops
Novus Ordo Mass (Ireland) – Church Support Group

Prime Time Politics. . . Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The Obama Halo Is Starting to Flicker – David Manney at PJ Media
Economic Suicide Isn’t Painless: Germany’s Auto Industry Is in Freefall – Gary Isbell at TFP

Et Cætera. . . Other Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
The Magnificent Resurgence of Catholic Pilgrimages—What it Means for the Church – TFP

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SVNDAY AFTERNOON EDITION

28 June AD 2026

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The Cancellation of an American Exorcist – Dorothy Osanna at Catholic Stand Magazine
Leo to Bestow Pallium On Four U.S. Prelates in Extra Special Moment w/Pope – The CWR
Ten Companies Dialing Back L.G.B.T.Q. ‘Pride’ Messaging – Tyler O’Neil at Daily Signal

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
Fellow Augustinian Friar Shares About Pope Leo’s Sense of Humor – Rome Reports
Pope Leo XIV Prays for Venezuela Quake Victims at Angelus – National Catholic Register

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Around the Catholic Blogosphere:
Thomas Sowell is More Catholic than the Pope – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at TACatholic
Video: J.D. Vance Was Disturbed by His Meeting with Francis – Anthony P. Stine, Ph.D.
Open Letter to Pope Leo XIV Regarding the S.S.P.X. Situation – Petite Fleur
George Washington & Phillis Wheatley – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Anger, Judgment, & Contempt: Fifth Sunday after Pentecost – Fr. Henry James Coleridge, S.J.
The Gift of Children – Diane Ragsdale at Catholic Stand Magazine
Four Disciplines of Worthy Disciples: Homily for 13th Sun. of the Year – Msgr. Charles Pope

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Catholic Media:
Pope Leo XIV Dismisses Schismatic Spanish Priest – EWTN News
The Heresy of Neo-Lefebvrism: from the ‘Crisis’ to the Obstinate Denials – David L. Gray, Th.M.
What ‘My Sacrifice & Yours’ Means at Mass – Fr. Michael Johns at National Catholic Register
Thousands Flock to National Eucharistic Procession in Boston – National Catholic Register
Andrea Bocelli Says He Owes His Mother Everything for Refusing to Abort Him – Church Pop
The Magnificent Resurgence of Catholic Pilgrimages—What it Means for the Church – TFP
Meet Fio: Catholic Alternative to Spotify. . .Bringing Faith to Your Playlists – Cathol World Report
In Illo Tempore: 5th Sunday after Pentecost – Fr. John T. Zuhlsdorf, S.T.L., at 1 Peter 5
Fulfillment of the Liturgies of Shunem & Zarephath, 13th Sun. of Ord. Time – David L. Gray, Th.M.

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Everywhere Else:
Pageau & Birbalsingh’s Incredible A.R.C. Talks – Rod Dreher at Rod Dreher’s Diary
Win or Lose, France’s Soccer-Watching Newcomers Riot – S. Tucker at The American Conservative
They Said Obergefell Settled It, Eleven Years Later, the Voters Disagree – Katy Faust at TBU

Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Catholic Scholar Says Classical Learning Can Help Renew America – The Catholic World Report

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Prime Time Politics. . . Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Welcome to the Real World, Pal! – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
6,000 Criminals Set for Early Release Under Labour’s Sentencing Reforms – Zolta Győri
U.S. Hospitals Dropping “Gender Affirming Care” for Minors & Offering “Detransitioning” – TFP

Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Liberal Media Ignores the Ravaging of Britain – Shane Harris at Amac
Ludwig von Mises on Socialism – F.A. Hayek Quotes
American Cultural Decline – Chris Jansen at The American Spectator

Et Cætera. . . Other Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
St. Teresa of Avila’s Prayers Ease a Good Priest’s Path to Heaven – Tradition, Family, & Property
Woke Jesus Explains Whom You May Cast the First Stone At – Donald R. McClarey, J.D.

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SATVRDAY & SVNDAY EDITION

27 June AD 2026

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Video: This Is What Real Masculinity Looks Like – That Trad Gal
The Magnificent Resurgence of Catholic Pilgrimages—What it Means for the Church – TFP
Yes, Skipping Sunday Mass (Without a Good Reason) Is a Grave Sin – Church Pop

June is Dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus:
How to Make a Sacred Heart Enthronement in Your Catholic Home – National Catholic Register
The Sacred Heart Is Not Idolatry – Shaun McAfee, O.P., at Catholic Answers Magazine

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
Leo Closes Consistory With Appeal to Help World Find God’s Paths to Peace – Edward Pentin
Leo Joins Tribute to Tenor Andrea Bocelli, Recipient of 2026 Navarro-Valls Prize – Rome Reports
Pope Leo Receives 2005 World Series Baseball From Catholic White Sox Catcher – Alyssa Murphy

Magnifica Humanitas Analysis, Punditry, and News:
New Research Gives Insight of Catholic Views on A.I. in Light of Leo’s Guidance – Ignitum Today

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Around the Catholic Blogosphere:
Cardinal Müller Shakes Up the Consistory: “We Must Respond to the S.S.P.X.” – Diane Montagna
Archbishop Paglia’s Stunning Admission – Prayerful Posse via The American Catholic
Card. Müller Proposes a New Ecclesia Dei in Response to S.S.P.X. Consecrations – Catholic Concl
Priestly Secrets & Sexual Misconduct at University of Notre Dame – Complicit Clergy
W.D.T.P.R.S.: Sticky Goo of Error & Freeing Splendor of Truth, Wherein Fr. Z Rants – Fr. Z’s Blog
Stability is More Than Just Staying in One Place – Fr. Nathaniel Dreyer at Catholic Stand Magazine
Pope Urban II Corrects Pope Leo XIV on War – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Our Lady of Perpetual Help – Chantal LaFortune at Missio Dei Catholic
W.D.T.P.R.S.: 5th Sunday After Pentecost – Snatched Up Into Invisible Love – Fr. Z’s Blog
Why the Padre Pio Statue is Weeping Red Blood in Italy – Mary O’Regan at Mary’s Blog
Something Is Rotten in the Church in Sweden – Diane Montagna
Requiescat In Pace Ann Blyth, Actress & Devout Catholic – Don McClarey at The American Catholic
Videos on What the S.S.P.X. is Really About – Fr. Z’s Blog
Tucho Comunicato & Vatican II Machine of Perpetual Arrival – The Pursuit Of Truth in La La Land
Fr. Nicola Bux to Pope Leo: Do All Possible to Bridge Differences with S.S.P.X. – Edward Pentin
Bishop Barron Tosses Gauntlet Down to Archb. Paglia – Don McClarey at The American Catholic
S.S.P.X. Issues Open Letter to Pope Leo XIV & the College of Cardinals – Diane Montagna
Bombshell Good News f/Prefect for Dicast. of Divine Worship: No Lay Preaching – Fr. McDonald

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Catholic Media:
Spanish: What’s Going on in Rome? Three Meetings with Tucho in Same Week – Info Vaticana
St. Teresa of Avila’s Prayers Ease a Good Priest’s Path to Heaven – Tradition, Family, & Property
20 Franciscan University Professors Urge S.S.P.X. Don’t Consecrate New Bishops – EWTN News
Rome Rejects German Bishops’ Proposal for Lay Preaching at Mass – Michael Haynes at Cath Her
The Shocking Final Synodal Report Group 9 – Garrett D. Johnson at Crisis Magazine
U.S. Hospitals Dropping “Gender Affirming Care” for Minors & Offering “Detransitioning” – TFP
Bishop Paglia Wants to Drop Natural Law for ‘Lived Experiences’ – Msgr. Livio Melina, S.T.D.

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Everywhere Else:
Musk Turns Germany’s Citizen Vigilante Ban Into Free-Speech Moment – European Conservative
Nigeria: More Than 30 Christians Killed on June 21 – Gateway Pundit

Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Why Public Schools Are Failing: There Is No God In The Classroom – The Art Of Purpose

Top-10 News Stories from This Past Week:
1. Gay Mafia Broke Dr. Spitzer: Psychiatry Giant Bullied Into Recanting Gay Study – Jesse Romero
2. Card. McElroy Presided Over a Mass at the Event Which Celebrated Mortal Sin – Radic Fidelity
3. A Book that Changed My Perspective on Life – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The Americ Catholic
4. Four of America’s Holiest Men & Women Every U.S. Catholic Should Know About – Church Pop
5. Fr. Robert McTeigue Discusses Fulton Sheen’s Darker Prophecies – Complicit Clergy
6. Leo’s Contradictions between the T.L.M. & the Spirit of Vatican II – Fr. Z’s Blog
7. Leo Continues Francis’ War on the T.L.M. – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
8. Since Vatican II Ended There is No End to the Chaos & Anarchy It Has Wrought – Fr. McDonald
9. M.L.B. Commissioner: Players Will Never Be Fined or Disciplined Over Bible Verse Caps – Zeale
10. What Pope Leo’s Consistories Tell Us About His Style of Governance – Ed. Condon at The Pillar

Celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary:
Patrick Henry, Liberty & Slavery – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
The World Cup & America 250 – Austin Ruse, K.M., K.H.S., Hon.D., at Crisis Magazine
One if by Land, Two if by Sea – Jeffrey Bruno at Words & Pictures

Prime Time Politics. . . Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Art For The Day – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
The Problem Is That Socialists Are Anti-Social – John Horvat, II, at Tradition, Family, & Property
Starmer Resigns, Opening Path to P.M. for Cultural Catholic Andy Burnham – Edward Pentin

Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
One Hundred & Fifty Years Since the Battle of the Little Big Horn – Donald R. McClarey, J.D.
What Sweden’s Attempt to Course-Correct on Migration Shows The West – John Gustavsson
Artsakh: Land That Must Not Be Named – Darina Rebro at The European Conservative

Et Cætera. . . Other Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
Reviewing American Knight: The Story Behind Col. John Ripley’s Heroism – Trad, Family, & Prop

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TVESDAY MORNING EDITION

23 June AD 2026

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
M.L.B. Commissioner: Players Will Never Be Fined or Disciplined Over Bible Verse Caps – Zeale
Four of America’s Holiest Men & Women Every U.S. Catholic Should Know About – Church Pop
Saint Dads: Holy Men Who Were Fathers – Amy Smith at National Catholic Register

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
What Pope Leo’s Consistories Tell Us About His Style of Governance – Ed. Condon at The Pillar

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Around the Catholic Blogosphere:
Video: Powerful U.S. Cardinals Endorse & Celebrate James Martin’s Depravity – A.P, Stine, Ph.D.
Card. McElroy Presided Over a Mass at the Event Which Celebrated Mortal Sin – Radical Fidelity
Since Vatican II Ended There is No End to the Chaos & Anarchy It Has Wrought – Fr. A. McDonald
The Splendor of the Traditional Mass is Needed to Bring People Back to God – The Daily Knight
Summer Travels. . . – Masha Goepel at Catholic Stand Magazine
Video: The Unspeakable Evils That Your Bishop Uses To Threaten Good Priests – A.P. Stine, Ph.D.
Leo Continues Francis’ War on the T.L.M. – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Leo’s Contradictions between the T.L.M. & the Spirit of Vatican II – Fr. Z’s Blog
A Book that Changed My Perspective on Life – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Why Some People Believe & Some Refuse – Fr. Henry James Coleridge, S.J.
Silencing Our Architects – Sarah Cain at Homefront Crusade
Catholic Stats with Dr. Darrick Taylor of Controversies in Church History – Grain Of Wheat
Gay Mafia Broke Dr. Spitzer: Psychiatry Giant Bullied Into Recanting Gay Study – Jesse Romero
Fr. Robert McTeigue Discusses Fulton Sheen’s Darker Prophecies – Complicit Clergy
What the World Cup & Catholicism Have in Common – Martina Kreitzer at Catholic Sistas

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Catholic Media:
Inside University of Notre Dame’s Weirdly Sexualized Zahm ‘Zoo’ – Mt. McDonald at The Reg
Can the Catholic Church Save Education? – Robert Royal, Ph.D., at The Catholic Thing
Is the Border Wall a Religious-Liberty Issue? – Philip F. Lawler, Ph.D., at Catholic Culture
Economic Suicide Isn’t Painless: Germany’s Auto Industry Is in Freefall – Gary Isbell at TFP
The West Enjoyed the Fruits of Christian Civilization While Severing from Their Roots – The Reg
Eucharist Stops at County Jail to Bless Inmates During Corpus Christi Procession – Church Pop
Why Some Working-Class Americans Feel Unheard by the Bishops – The Catholic Herald
Four Reasons America’s Future Depends on Catholics – Tom Hoopes at Aleteia

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Everywhere Else:
Explaining the Islamization of Britain – Simon Elmer
The Old Lion of Conservative Literature – Teresa Mull at Real Clear History
A Defense of Generation X As Its Moment Approaches – Scott McKay at The American Spectator
Budapest Is Nice but It’s No Birmingham, Alabama – Rod Dreher at The Spectator
These Books Are Challenging The War On Masculinity – Elizabeth Kantor at Daily Wire
Do “Anti-L.G.B.T.Q.+” Policies Worsen Mental Health? – Joseph Figliolia at City Journal

Top-10 News Stories for the Monday Morning Edition:
1. Leo: There Are More Important Issues Than Sexual Morality – ETWN News via Com Clergy
2. Bad & Good News: Camden Bishop Crushes T.L.M., F.S.S.P. Enters Arlington Dioc. – Fr. Z’s Blog
3. “L.G.B.T. Catholic Churches” Across America – Complicit Clergy
4. Vatican II Was the Greatest Self-Inflicted Wound in History – Donald R. McClarey, J.D.
5. Video: Trad Monks Announce Founder Will Be Made A Sedevacantist Bishop – A.P. Stine, Ph.D.
6. Mahoney, E. O’Brien, & Geo. Lucas Should be Laicized for Sex Abuse Cover Up – G.T. Gomulka
7. Owensboro Bishop Crushes People Who Desire the T.L.M., but It’s Not His Fault! – Fr. Z’s Blog
8. Dear Your Eminence McElroy, A Question – Michael H. Brown at Spirit Daily Blog
9. Chastity Isn’t Simply What We Avoid, It’s the Healing of the Senses – Fr. Michael Rennier
10. Five Powerful Moments of Faith at the 2026 F.I.F.A. World Cup – National Catholic Register

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Prime Time Politics. . . Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Starmer Resigns, Opening Path for ‘Cultural Catholic’ Andy Burnham – Ed Pentin at The Reg
Free Press: How British Feminism Failed Victims of U.K. Rape Gangs – Elise Winland at Zeale

Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The Finest Personal Memoirs Ever Done, U.S. Grant – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The Am Cath
U.S. Bishops Commend Trump, Iran Agreement as Negotiators Pursue Final Deal – Zeale

Et Cætera. . . Other Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
Get the Inspiring Book on New Medal of Honor Recipient, Col. John W. Ripley – TFP

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22 June AD 2026

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Christianity Is the New Counterculture: Why Young Men Are Seeking the Church – Liv Klingert
Chastity Isn’t Simply What We Avoid, It’s the Healing of the Senses – Fr. Michael Rennier
Five Powerful Moments of Faith at the 2026 F.I.F.A. World Cup – National Catholic Register

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
Pope Leo Venerates Heart of Mother Cabrini, Calls for More Missionaries Like Her – OSV News

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Around the Catholic Blogosphere:
Video: Leo, the S.S.P.X. & the Future of Tradition: Fr. Perricone Speaks Out – Catholic Unscripted
Pope Leo: There Are More Important Issues Than Sexual Morality – ETWN News via Com Clergy
Mahoney, Edw. O’Brien, & Geo. Lucas Should be Laicized for Sex Abuse Cover Up – G.T. Gomulka
Video: Trad Monks Announce Founder Will Be Made A Sedevacantist Bishop – A.P. Stine, Ph.D.
Vatican II Was the Greatest Self-Inflicted Wound in History – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at TACath
“LGBT Catholic Churches” Across America – Complicit Clergy
My Struggles to be a Loving Father – Tom Thomas at Catholic Stand Magazine
Bad & Good News: Camden Bishop Crushes T.L.M., F.S.S.P. Enters Arlington Dioc. – Fr. Z’s Blog
Speaking as Someone Who Was Pretty Good at Taking Tests – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at TACath
Authenticity in Music: World of A.I. Slop, Where to Find Something Real? – The Honest Broker
On Acedia: How To Save The West By Fighting Off The Demons Of Weariness – Leo Magazine
Owensboro Bishop Crushes People Who Desire the T.L.M., but It’s Not His Fault! – Fr. Z’s Blog
McElroy Welcomes Gays to G’town: Cites Infamous Study Gp #9 of Synodality – Cal Cath Daily
Crusades Were a Response to 400+ Years of Islamic Aggression Against Christians – Dr. Maalouf
Poll: Catholics, What Type of Mass Do You Attend? – Kaleb Hammond at Missio Dei Catholic
Germany: How Manifesta Aims to Revitalize Churches: Staging a Queer Last Supper – Cath Concl
Matt Talbot, Teresa, & Therese – Mary O’Regan at Mary’s Blog
Rorschach Test For Catholics – A Treasure To Be Shared
Dear Your Eminence McElroy, A Question – Michael H. Brown at Spirit Daily Blog
Video: When Apologetics Fails – Gabi After Hours
Ss. John Fisher & Thomas More, Martyrs – Fr. Christopher G. Phillips at A Pilgrim’s Journey

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Catholic Media:
Msgr. Brunero Gherardini: What Adherence is Due to the Vatican II? – Info Vaticana
Fascinating Facts on St. Aloysius Gonzaga, Who Chose Priesthood Over Nobility – Church Pop
Catholic Shops That Don’t Use A.I. to Create Products – Becky Roach at Catholic Link
Whatever Happened to Natural Law? – Richard A. Spinello, Ph.D., at The Catholic Thing
Vatican Already Allowed Institutes to Criticize Vatican II, So Why Target S.S.P.X.? – Info Vaticana
Pew Survey: Majority of Catholics Say Trump Is Too Critical of Pope Leo XIV – EWTN News

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Everywhere Else:
The Strange Coincidence of D-Day, Gaudí, & an American Pope – Mario Laghos
Female Fertility & Athleticism: Two Sides of the Same Coin – Public Discourse

Top-10 News Stories for the Saturday & Sunday Edition:
1. A Nasty Piece of Work – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
2. Pope Leo Sends Message to Steubenville Conferences! – Kathleen N. Hattrup at Aleteia
3. Should We Shun the Promiscuous & Avoid Marriage to Them? – J. Budziszewski, Ph.D.
4. I Had a Chilling Dream Last Night. . . – Petite Fleur
5. Cardinals McElroy & Cupich Endorse Fr. James Martin’s Pro-L.G.B.T. Conf. – Complicit Clergy
6. Detroit Archb. Weisenburger Forecasts Suspension of Masses at 90 Parishes – The Reg
7. F.S.S.P. Entrusted with New Chaplaincy of Our Lady of Victory – Rorate Cæli
8. Down Memory Lane – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
9. Canada Just Made Quoting the Bible a Hate Crime – Mt. Archbold at Creative Minority Report
10. Video: Monk Interrupts Gay Pride Parade by Lying Down – Orthodox Christian

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Prime Time Politics. . . Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Vice President Elegy – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Defending Identity: Good Enough for the Corsicans, but Not for the French – Hélène de Lauzun

Et Cætera. . . Other Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
Asimov Knows Better Now – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Magnifica Humanitas: A Long, Confusing Encyclical That Puts Faith at Risk – Trad, Fam, & Prop

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20 June AD 2026

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Pope Leo Sends Message to Steubenville Conferences! – Kathleen N. Hattrup at Aleteia

June is Dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus:
Seven Quick & Powerful Devotional Prayers to the Sacred Heart of Jesus – Church Pop

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
Pope Leo Prays at St. Augustine’s Tomb in Pavia, Calling All to Be Signs of Jesus’ Love – OSV News

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Around the Catholic Blogosphere:
W.D.T.P.R.S.: Collect for 12th Ord. Sun., N.O.: His Name & Holy Fear, Holy Consolation – Fr. Z’s Blog
Decide Now Whom You Will Fear: A Homily for the 12th Sunday of the Year – Msgr. Charles Pope
Five Miracles of St. Anthony of Padua – Brother Jos. Freyaldenhoven at Catholic Stand Magazine
F.S.S.P. Entrusted with New Chaplaincy of Our Lady of Victory – Rorate Cæli
The Origins of Allegory – Kristoffer Ehrnström at Catholic Stand Magazine
Video: Leo Considering Excommunicating Everyone Associated with S.S.P.X. – A.P. Stine, Ph.D.
Down Memory Lane – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Should We Shun the Promiscuous & Avoid Marriage to Them? – J. Budziszewski, Ph.D.
Your Map & Compass to the T.L.M.’s Rich Symbolism – Peter A. Kwasniewski, Ph.D.
Cardinals McElroy & Cupich Endorse Fr. James Martin’s Pro-L.G.B.T. Conf. – Complicit Clergy
Are We Living as Christ Intended? – Timothy McHugh at Catholic Stand Magazine
I Had a Chilling Dream Last Night. . . – Petite Fleur
A Nasty Piece of Work – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
The Oratory of San Pellegrino in Bominaco, Italy – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Movement
Canada Just Made Quoting the Bible a Hate Crime – Mt. Archbold at Creative Minority Report
Divine Worship of The English Patrimony: Icon of True Worship – A Treasure To Be Shared

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Catholic Media:
Nigerian Activists Rally for Persecuted Christians Near White House – EWTN News
Detroit Archb. Weisenburger Forecasts Suspension of Weekend Masses at 90 Parishes – The Reg
Video: “Sacred” Mosque? S.S.P.X. Defies Leo & M.L.B. Pride Month Controversy – Prayerful Posse
Enduring Love: Four Inspiring Father’s Day Stories – Emily Chaffins at Catholic Exchange
Magnifica Humanitas: A Long, Confusing Encyclical That Puts Faith at Risk – Trad, Fam, & Prop
How to Find a Wife Without Looking for One – Nathan Kreider at Crisis Magazine
R.F.A.s: Making Christian Ethics & Common Sense Unconstitutional – Catholic Culture
The Danger of “Just be Yourself” – David Hahn at The Catholic Herald
Pope Leo’s Lamest Jerseys – A Definitive Ranking – Michelle La Rosa at The Pillar

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Everywhere Else:
Video: Monk Interrupts Gay Pride Parade by Lying Down – Orthodox Christian
Giants Pitchers School Pride Activists in Real Diversity – Richie Greenberg at New York Post
Fatherless & “Lucky” – Them Before Us
Dads Wield Great Power in the Lives of Their Daughters – Kimberly Ells at Invincible Family
A Matter of Conviction: Finland’s “Bible Trial” – Mathew Block at Acton Institute

Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The Great Books Are for Everyone – Jared Henderson at The Honest Broker

Top-10 News Stories for the Friday Morning Edition:
1. San Francisco Archdiocese Breaks Silence on Giants Pride Drama – Mary Rose at Zeale
2. The San Diego Same-Sex Scandal That Cardinal McElroy Was a Part Of – Christine Niles, J.D.
3. The Church’s Most Controversial Dogma That Even Good Catholics Question – Crisis Magazine
4. The Catholic Hierarchy Hates You – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
5. A Long, Confusing Encyclical That Puts the Faith at Risk – Tradition, Family, & Property
6. Is Leo Aware of the Disconnect He Treats Eastern Orthodox & S.S.P.X.? – Fr. Allan J. McDonald
7. Churches Turned Into World Cup Viewing Rooms While T.L.M.ers Get Hotel Basements – HIE
8. U.K. Cop: You’re Not Allowed to Sing Church Songs Outside of Church – Creative Minority Rep
9. Minor Leag. Baseball Team Forfeits Pride Game After Players Refuse to Wear Rainbows – CMR
10. Giants’ Pitchers Give Explosive Tell-All Interview About M.L.B’s Gay Scandal – New York Post

Honorable Mentioned News Stories for the Friday Morning Edition:
Spiritual Hunger, Church’s Tradition Cited as Top Drivers of U.S. Adult Conversions – The Reg
Weigel Seems Less Than Catholic in His Thinking of the S.S.P.X. – T.V. Mirus at Catholic Culture
NY Times Deceptively Reframes the Nowak Murder – L Shriver at The Spectator

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Just Basking In All Their White Privilege – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

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Rubio 2028? – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

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Well, That Didn’t Take Long – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

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19 June AD 2026

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Spiritual Hunger, Church’s Tradition Cited as Top Drivers of U.S. Adult Conversions – The Reg
San Francisco Archdiocese Breaks Silence on Giants Pride Drama – Mary Rose at Zeale
Catholic Educators Call for Reform to Buck Trend of Parish School Closures – Catholic World Rep

June is Dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus:
New Orleans Boosts Sacred Heart Devotion w/Consecration, Home Enthronement Push – The Reg
Feeling Sad, Lonely? Comforting Reasons to Embrace Love of Sacred Heart of Jesus – Church Pop

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
What Is Synodality? Pope Leo Has a Chance to Clarify It – Larry S. Chapp, Ph.D., at NC Register
Confirmed: Pope Leo Says He Will Travel to Peru This Coming November – Rome Reports
‘Every Child Is a Dream of God’: Top Five Moving Moments of Pope Leo XIV in Spain – EWTN UK

Magnifica Humanitas Analysis, Punditry, and News:
A Long, Confusing Encyclical That Puts the Faith at Risk – Tradition, Family, & Property
From Augustine to Auschwitz: Why Just War Still Matters – Edward Pentin at NC Register

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Around the Catholic Blogosphere:
Minor League Baseball Team Forfeits Pride Game After Players Refuse to Wear Rainbows – CMR
Churches Turned Into World Cup Viewing Rooms While T.L.M.ers Get Hotel Basements – HIE
Is Leo Aware of the Disconnect He Treats Eastern Orthodox & the S.S.P.X.? – Fr. Allan J. McDonald
The San Diego Same-Sex Scandal That Cardinal McElroy Was a Part Of – Christine Niles, J.D.
Medicine by the Mafia – Nathan Krupa at Catholic Stand Magazine
Video: Does a Bad Bishop Void Your Tithe? with Fr. Charles Murr – Terry Barber at Full Sheen. . .
Leo Watch: Respect for Individuals – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Video: New Details Leaked About Leo’s Big Meeting With The Cardinals – Anthony P. Stine, Ph.D.
In the Liturgy of the Catholic Mass, Divine Justice & Peace Kiss – David L. Gray, Th.M.
Card. Ruini’s Spiritual Testament Shows Unease Over Francis’ Direction of Church – D. Montagna
The Catholic Hierarchy Hates You – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
U.K. Cop: You’re Not Allowed to Sing Church Songs Outside of Church – Creative Minority Report

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Catholic Media:
D.O.J. Refers M.L.B. Bible Verse Case to E.E.O.C., Warns M.L.B. Over Double Standard – Zeale
Weigel Seems Less Than Catholic in His Thinking of the S.S.P.X. – T.V. Mirus at Catholic Culture
Get the Inspiring Book on New Medal of Honor Recipient, Col. John W. Ripley – TFP
Capizzi Pick Reassures U. of Notre Dame Catholic Identity Advocates – Jonathan Liedl at The Reg
The Church’s Most Controversial Dogma That Even Good Catholics Question – Crisis Magazine
Infallibility of the Jews – Suan Sonna at Catholic Answers Magazine

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Everywhere Else:
Justice for Baby Preston Davey, Abused & Murdered by Two ‘Dads’ – Laura J.M. Perrins, L.L.M.
“I’ve Always Wanted a Dad” – Them Before Us
Giants’ Pitchers Give Explosive Tell-All Interview About M.L.B’s Gay Scandal – New York Post
What is the Church of England For? – Carl R. Trueman, Ph.D., at First Things

Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
What Are We Doing Teaching History? – Andrew Zwerneman at Cana Academy

Top-10 New Stories for the Thursday Morning Edition:
1. Distressing Words of Leo About the S.S.P.X. Consecrations – Fr. Z’s Blog
2. Detroit’s Archb. at Mosque: This is Where I Feel More Kindness Than in a Church – Fr. Z’s Blog
3. Darkness Descends On Britain – We’re Not At the End, But You Can See It From Here
4. What Was Christianity Like Right After the Apostles? Three Men Know – Shaun McAfee, O.P.
5. Here’s What Will Happen at Next Week’s Vatican Consistory – Michael Haynes at Per Mariam
6. The War in Iran Has Been Unjust – Philip F. Lawler, Ph.D. at Phil Lawler’s Substack
7. Giants’ Pride Cap Is Compelled Political Speech, Time to Examine Pride Problem – L.M. Lawler
8. The Archaic Rite of Holy Communion: Insight into St. Cyril of Jerusalem’s Famous Text – NLM
9. What Is the Mechanical World Picture? – Edward C. Feser, Ph.D.
10. Cardinal George’s Prophecy – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

Top-10 New Stories for the Thursday Morning Edition:
The Throwaway Culture Advances – Ronald Hicks at First Things
Exploring the Monumental Ugliness of the New Obama Center – Tradition, Family, & Property
Exploring the World of Preternatural Phenomena & Phantasmatic Beings – Robert L. Kmita, Ph.D.

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18 June AD 2026

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Distressing Words of Leo About the S.S.P.X. Consecrations – Fr. Z’s Blog

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Around the Catholic Blogosphere:
Here’s What Will Happen at Next Week’s Vatican Consistory – Michael Haynes at Per Mariam
Detroit’s Archbishop at Mosque: This is Where I Feel More Kindness Than a Church – Fr. Z’s Blog
Video: Milan Archb. Delpini Bans Corpus Christi March b/c May Offend Tourists – A. Stine, Ph.D.
Leo XIV in Spain – An Appraisal – Serre Verweij via Rorate Cæli
The Archaic Rite of Holy Communion: Insight into St. Cyril of Jerusalem’s Famous Text – NLM
What Is the Mechanical World Picture? – Edward C. Feser, Ph.D.
Giants’ Pride Cap Is Compelled Political Speech, Time to Examine Pride Problem – L.M. Lawler
Christian Adoption Agency Remembers Its Christian – Matthew Archbold at Creative Minor Rep
The War in Iran Has Been Unjust – Philip F. Lawler, Ph.D. at Phil Lawler’s Substack
Europe’s Open Borders with Fr. David Nix & Rev. Calvin Robinson – Pilgrim Priest
Exploring the World of Preternatural Phenomena & Phantasmatic Beings – Robert L. Kmita, Ph.D.
Byzantine & Medieval Art Isn’t Supposed to Look “Real” – Hilary White at The Sacred Images. . .
The Fresco of the Annunciation at Wadi al-Natroun Monastery in Egypt – Liturgical Arts Journal

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Catholic Media:
Cardinal Ruini, John Paul II’s Chief Strategist in Italy, Dies at Age 95 – Edward Pentin at The Reg
Two Options: Disclosure Day & the Sacred Heart of Jesus – Tradition, Family, & Property
What Was Christianity Like Right After the Apostles? Three Men Know – Shaun McAfee, O.P.
Reviewing American Knight: The Story Behind Col. John Ripley’s Heroism – Tradit, Family, & Prop
Yes, You Should Get Your Rosary Blessed—Here’s How It Happens! – Church Pop
Catholic-Backed Religious Liberty Case Asks Supr. Court to Address ‘Finality’ Rule – EWTN News
The Fun & Unique Experience of Social Gatherings as Apostolate – G.P. Christie at Angelus News

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Everywhere Else:
Darkness Descends On Britain – We’re Not At the End, But You Can See It From Here
Pandemic of Lunacy with J. Budziszewski, Ph.D. – Kerbey Anderson at Highlights
The Throwaway Culture Advances – Ronald Hicks at First Things

Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The Right Has a Lofty Vision for Schools, What about the Left? – Nora De La Cour at Jacobin

Top-10 News Stories for the Wednesday Morning Edition:
1. Cardinal George’s Prophecy – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
2. Secret Letter to Cardinals Suggests Just-War Debate May Not be in Consistory – D. Montagna
3. Scotland Wins Hearts: Meet Young Catholic Player Behind Historic World Cup Win – CP
4. Exploring the Monumental Ugliness of the New Obama Center – Tradition, Family, & Property
5. Baseball Pride Night Marred by ‘Bible Inscriptions’ – David Griffey at Daffey Thoughts
6. Baby Preston Davey: Procured by State, Abused & Murdered by ‘Two Gay Dads’ – Laura Perrins
7. The French Catholic Artist Who Made Some of the Best Christian Art Ever – Angelus News
8. Video: Bombshell! Pope Leo Finally Speaks About The S.S.P.X. – Anthony P. Stine, Ph.D.
9. Bish. Schneider: S.S.P.X. Profess the Catholic Faith & Excommunication is Unjust – M. Haynes
10. Jesus Says, ‘Chew & Gnaw My Flesh’ – Karlo Broussard at Catholic Answers Magazine

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Saul Goodman on the U.S. Constitution – The American Catholic

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Exploring the Monumental Ugliness of the New Obama Center – Tradition, Family, & Prop
Why Doesn’t America Denaturalize The Thousands Like It Used To? – The Federalist

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U.S.-Iran M.O.U.: A Lousy Deal – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

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17 June AD 2026

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Secret Letter to Cardinals Suggests Just-War Debate May Not be in Consistory – D. Montagna
Jesus Says, ‘Chew & Gnaw My Flesh’ – Karlo Broussard at Catholic Answers Magazine
Scotland Wins Hearts Globally: Meet Young Catholic Player Behind Historic World Cup Win – CP

Magnifica Humanitas Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Mary’s ‘Yes’ in the Age of A.I.: The Marian Heart of ‘Magnifica Humanitas’ – Jos. Pronechen

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Around the Catholic Blogosphere:
Video: Bombshell! Pope Leo Finally Speaks About The S.S.P.X. – Anthony P. Stine, Ph.D.
Does Vatican II’s Religious Freedom Contradict Pius IX’s Quanta Cura, Syllabus of Errors? – CSM
Cardinal George’s Prophecy – Donald R. McClarend, J.D., at The American Catholic
Baseball Pride Night Marred by ‘Bible Inscriptions’ – David Griffey at Daffey Thoughts
At the Upcoming Consistory, Will Leo Repudiate Synod Group #9? – Fr. Allan J. McDonald
Bish. Schneider: S.S.P.X. Profess the Catholic Faith & Excommunication is Unjust – M. Haynes
Restoration & B.O.G.O. Sale – Fr. Z’s Blog
Video: The Power & Influence of St. Thérèse – Gabi After Hours
Three Monstrance’s from the Collections of the Terra Sancta Museum – Liturgical Arts Journal

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Catholic Media:
On Consequences: Abortion & the YouTube Influencer Couple – Francis X. Maier at TCT
Why a Papal Trip to Peru Might Be No Picnic – Edgar Beltrán at The Pillar
Exploring the Monumental Ugliness of the New Obama Center – Tradition, Family, & Property
The French Catholic Artist Who Made Some of the Best Christian Art Ever Done – Angelus News
New Life, Old Spaces: ‘Petrine Properties’ Turns Unused Buildings into Communities – The Reg
Two Cheers for Stoicism – Clement Harrold at The Catholic Herald
What’s Hidden in Rome’s Oldest Church? – Rome Reports

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Everywhere Else:
Baby Preston Davey: Procured by State, Abused & Murdered by ‘Two Gay Dads’ – Laura Perrins
The S.S.P.X. Leadership Against Scripture & Tradition – George Weigel at First Things
Diminishing Dads: Why Jokes About Dads Aren’t Funny for Kids – Them Before Us
A Better Question Than “What’s Wrong With Kids?” – Kevin Stinehart at The Inputs Children Need

Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Colleges Want in on UNC System’s Push for 3-Year Degrees – Korie Dean at The Assembly

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New D.N.A. Research Confirms Shroud of Turin’s Passage Thru the Middle East – G. Isbell at TFP

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16 June AD 2026

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
It’s a Good Thing That Pope Leo is Kind to Both of His Brothers – The American Catholic

Magnifica Humanitas Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Problems with A.I.: Impatience, Authority, & Communication – Fr. Olek Stirrat
Unpacking Pope Leo’s Lord of the Rings Reference – Theresa Civantos Barber at Aleteia

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Around the Catholic Blogosphere:
Video: Cardinal McElroy Bans Altar Rails In Violation Of Canon Law – A.P. Stine, Ph.D.
A Sixth-Century Answer to a Twenty‑First‑Century Emergency – Catholic Stand Magazine
Ask Father: Priest Says the Consecration of the Chalice over the Host – Fr. Z’s Blog
Modern Popes Will Chew Ground Glass to Get Favorable Media Coverage – D.R. McClarey, J.D.
Silk, Light, & Texture: A New Cope from Atelier LAVS – Shawn R. Tribe at Liturgical Arts Journal
What a Divine Place! The Catholic Faith in An Affair to Remember – Roseanne T. Sullivan

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Catholic Media:
What about the Non-S.S.P.X. Traditional Clerics? – T.S. Flanders at 1 Peter 5
Struggling with Mental Health? Nine Powerful Saints to Turn to in Tough Times – Church Pop
What’s in the Vatican’s Child Protection Commission’s New Statutes? – Luke Coppen at The Pillar
U.S. Vice President, Second Lady Share Family Mass Attendance Practices – NC Register
Liberal Protestantism Is Still Protestantism – Casey J. Chalk, M.A., at Catholic Answers Magazine
Dear Father: Are Charismatics Superior to ‘Ordinary’ Catholics? – The Catholic Herald
Israeli Police Abduct Young Palestinian Christian Woman Without Charges – Zenit
Time for Catholics to Learn the Art of ‘Training the Tongue’? – Elise Ureneck at Angelus News
From Pius X to Leo XIV, This Cath. Org. Has Served the Poor for Over a Century – Rome Reports

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Everywhere Else:
Pierre Manent & the Threat of Humanitarianism – Paul Seaton at First Things
The Man Who Pulled the Trigger, the Saint Who Changed a Kingdom – The American Spectator

Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Three Year College Degrees — Pro & Con – George Leef at National Review

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Pete Buttigieg Throws Support Behind Dems’ Extreme Court-Packing Gambit – The Federalist

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With the Knights of Columbus Leading the Charge for the Addition – The American Catholic

Et Cætera. . . Other Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
Teddy Roosevelt & Mixed Martial Arts – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
New D.N.A. Results Confirms Shroud of Turin’s Passage Thru Middle East – Gary Isbell at TFP
We’ll Make Nobunaga a Midwesterner Yet! – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

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16 June AD 2026

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Video: Historic! New Writings of St. Augustine Discovered! – Anthony P. Stine, Ph.D.
Major Canadian Newspaper Acknowledges Falsehood of Mass Graves – Zenit
What’s in a Religious Name? – Gigi Duncan at National Catholic Register

June is Dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus:
How to Overcome Despair: Tips from Spiritual Guide of Sacred Heart Seer – Fr. Michael Rennier

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
Message for World Day for Grandparents & the Elderly – Pope Leo XIV via The Catholic Thing
The Most Important Lessons From Pope Leo XIV’s Epic Tour Through Spain – Rome Reports

Magnifica Humanitas Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Human Dignity & Human Frailty at the Heart of Magnifica Humanitas – Paolo Carozza at The Reg

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Around the Catholic Blogosphere:
What Was God’s Will on Vatican II? – Kevin Tierney at Kevin’s Substack
Video: Vienna Achb. Grünwidl Shocks by Hosting Rad. Marxist Protest in Church – A. Stine, Ph.D.
New D.N.A. Results Confirms Shroud of Turin’s Passage Thru Middle East – Gary Isbell at TFP
Video: How to Stay Sane When the World has Gone Mad w/J. Budziszewski – Amazing Academics
International Marian Conference in Rome to Feature Cardinals Burke & Müller – Diane Montagna
Belgium: Devil Installed in Confessional With Church’s Blessing – Catholic Conclave
St. Thérèse’s Personal Devotion to Jesus – David Armstrong at Biblical Evidence For Catholicism
Pope Leo XIV’s Brother Attends U.F.C. Event at White House – Catholic Arena
Two Different Reactions to the Sagrada Família Fireworks, an Analysis – Leo Magazine
Interview of an Orthodox Priest Sent to a Psych Unit to Cure Him of “Rigorism” – Fr. David J. Nix
Video: Purgatory Mystic Reveals Exactly What Souls Feel the Moment You Pray – Uniquely Mary

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Catholic Media:
Chicago Archdiocese Can Continue Countersuit Against Fake Victims, Court Rules – The Pillar
This Land Belongs to Christ!: 5K Catholics Fill Portland in Big Eucharistic March – Church Pop
Pakistan Government Takes Over Historic Christian College Building in Lahore – NC Register
Christian Harassment Rise in Israel as Allies Ask Victims to Report Incidents – Angelus News

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Everywhere Else:
Nigel Biggar’s Thick Red Line – John Duggan at First Things
On Belfast: Anti-Immigration Protests Hit Northern Ireland – The American Spectator

Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Catholic Ed. Leaders Release “Front Royal Statement” Following Summit – Christendom College

Top-10 News Stories for the Monday Afternoon Edition:
1. Why God Created Only Man in This World; Monogenesis & Original Sin – Robert L. Kmita, Ph.D.
2. I Don’t Believe in Aliens Visiting Earth – Shane Schaetzel at Real Clear Catholic
3. The Tragedy of the S.S.P.X. – S.A. McCarthy at The American Spectator
4. Ohio Basilica Sustains Millions in Damage – Jim Michaels at News-Talk 1480 WHBC
5. ‘Disclosure Day’: A Gnostic Re-Enchantment Tale – Rod Dreher at Rod Dreher’s Diary
6. Why You Should Think Twice Before Signing on to Being an Organ Donor – Creative Minor Rep
7. This Family Has Eight Priests . . . & More in the Seminary – Jenny Lark Snarski at Aleteia
8. This (Strange?) Catholic Moment – Russell R. Reno, III, Ph.D., with Mt. Schmitz at First Things
9. Video: Irish Farm Shop Claiming More Miracles than World’s Biggest Shrines – Uniquely Mary
10. Holiness Is Not For Wimps – Mother Angelica via The American Catholic

Honorable Mentioned News Stories for the Monday Afternoon Edition:
Archd. of Philadelphia Opens New Sacred Heart Adoration Chapel – The Catholic World Report
After Ireland Beheading Attempt, N.Y. Times Says Real Violence f/Right-Wingers – The Federalist
Poll: What Do You Believe About Aliens/U.F.O.s? – Kaleb Hammond at Missio Dei Catholic

Top-10 News Stories for the Monday Morning Edition:
1. This Family Has Eight Priests . . . & More in the Seminary – Jenny Lark Snarski at Aleteia
2. Ohio Basilica Sustains Millions in Damage – Jim Michaels at News-Talk 1480 WHBC
3. About the Bishops Various Interpretations of the Bugnini Mass’s Options – Fr. A.J. McDonald
4. Pope Leo Gets It! – Dad29
5. Card. McElroy’s Inexplicable Reaction to Exorcist Msgr. Stephen Rossetti – Eamonn Clark, S.T.L.
6. Sad Times for Catholic Sex Abuse Victims – Captain Gene Thomas Gomulka at John 18:37
7. Is It Okay to Charitably Criticize Prelates? – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
8. Fr. Reehil Suggests Spielberg Film Cursed, Questions Rossetti’s Removal – The Christian Post
9. The Questions Dublin Won’t Ask – Kevin Myers at The European Conservative
19. Archd. of Philadelphia Opens New Sacred Heart Adoration Chapel – The Catholic World Report

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15 June AD 2026

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Video: The Most Powerful Medal – Gabi After Hours

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
Ten of the Most Powerful Moments of Pope Leo XIV’s Trip to Spain – The Catholic World Report
Photos: Pope Leo XIV Finishes Trip to Spain With Mass, Meetings in Canary Islands – The Reg
You Have to Watch the Sagrada Família Light Show – Cyprien Viet at Aleteia

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Around the Catholic Blogosphere:
Holiness Is Not For Wimps – Mother Angelica via The American Catholic
Poll: What Do You Believe About Aliens/U.F.O.s? – Kaleb Hammond at Missio Dei Catholic
Why God Created Only Man in This World; Monogenesis & Original Sin – Robert L. Kmita, Ph.D.
I Don’t Believe in Aliens Visiting Earth – Shane Schaetzel at Real Clear Catholic
Armed Medieval Pilgrims: ‘Crusade’ Word Non-Existent in 1st Crus. – Robert W. Keim, Ph.D., C.O.
A Legend about St. Thomas’ Office of Corpus Christi – G. DiPippo at New Liturgical Movement
Why You Should Think Twice Before Signing on to Being an Organ Donor – Creative Minority Rep
French Engraver François Houat’s 1694 Edition of the Missale Romanum – Liturgical Arts Journal
Video: Irish Farm Shop Claiming More Miracles than World’s Biggest Shrines – Uniquely Mary
The Grammar of Sacred Art: What Makes a Romanesque Painting Romanesque? – Hilary White

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Catholic Media:
Trump Announces Peace Deal With Iran, Ending Hostilities – National Catholic Register
The Dignity Of Hard Work – Dominic Perrem at The Catholic Herald
Pro-Lifers Defend Unborn w/Down Syndrome After Youtuber Goes Public w/Abortion – CWR
U.S.C.C.B. Approves Liturgical Updates & Revisions to Child Protection Charter – E. Winland at Zeale
The Proverb “When in Rome. . .” Has an Augustinian Connection! – Matthew Green at Aleteia
Make a Local Pilgrimage to Your Diocese’s Cathedral – Joseph Pronechen at NC Register

General Analysis, Punditry, and News from Everywhere Else:
‘Disclosure Day’: A Gnostic Re-Enchantment Tale – Rod Dreher at Rod Dreher’s Diary
The Consequences of Not Getting a Healthy Childhood – Kv. Stinehart at The Inputs Children Need
The Tragedy of the S.S.P.X. – S.A. McCarthy at The American Spectator
After Ireland Beheading Attempt, N.Y. Times Says Real Violence f/Right-Wingers – The Federalist
This (Strange?) Catholic Moment – Russell R. Reno, III, Ph.D., with Matthew Schmitz at First Things

Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Why A.I. Can’t Replace Education – Santiago Schnell at National Catholic Register

Top-10 News Stories for the Monday Morning Edition:
1. This Family Has Eight Priests . . . & More in the Seminary – Jenny Lark Snarski at Aleteia
2. Ohio Basilica Sustains Millions in Damage – Jim Michaels at News-Talk 1480 WHBC
3. About the Bishops Various Interpretations of the Bugnini Mass’s Options – Fr. A.J. McDonald
4. Pope Leo Gets It! – Dad29
5. Card. McElroy’s Inexplicable Reaction to Exorcist Msgr. Stephen Rossetti – Eamonn Clark, S.T.L.
6. Sad Times for Catholic Sex Abuse Victims – Captain Gene Thomas Gomulka at John 18:37
7. Is It Okay to Charitably Criticize Prelates? – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
8. Fr. Reehil Suggests Spielberg Film Cursed, Questions Rossetti’s Removal – The Christian Post
9. The Questions Dublin Won’t Ask – Kevin Myers at The European Conservative
10. Archd. of Philadelphia Opens New Sacred Heart Adoration Chapel – The Catholic World Report

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Prime Time Politics. . . Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Now Is The Perfect Time For Trump To Strike Down The Left’s Legal Monopoly – The Federalist
Historic Catholic Cincinnati, Where J.D. Vance Converted – Matthew D. Smith, Ph.D., at The Conv
The Hyphen & the Melting Pot – Roger Kimball at American Greatness

Et Cætera. . . Other Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
Nobunaga & His Eggs – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

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