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Analysis, Punditry, and News:
A Kaleidoscope of Recollections of George Cardinal Pell – Carl E. Olson at Catholic World Report
Want To Work At The Vatican? There’s A Website For That – Daniel Esparza at Aleteia
How Ya Doin? – Tom Collingwood at Catholic Stand Magazine
3 New Editions Of Classic Catholic Novels – Kenneth Craycraft at Our Sunday Visitor
Inside The Cave In France Where Many Believe Mary Magdalene Spent Her Final Years – CWR
Did You Know The Moon Has It’s Own Bishop? – J.P. Mauro at Aleteia
The Wheat & the Tares: Contemporary Priestly Formation – Kevin Symonds, M.A., at H&PR
Does Reception Of The Eucharist Replace Confession? – Jenna M. Cooper at Our Sunday Visitor
Peer-Reviewed Research: Men Find Looking At Nearly Naked Women Distracting – W Briggs PhD
Why Complementarian Gender Theology Is New – Aaron M. Renn
The Forgery Machine: How Spadaro & EDB Manipulate Pope Leo XIV – Silere Non Possum
You’re Paying for Child Sex Trafficking – Fr. Robert McTeague, S.J., via Creative Minority Report
Bizarre Surrogacy Case Pinpoints Moral Morass of the Baby-Brokering Business – NC Register
The Rainbow, LBGTQ Catechesis, & Queering the City – Maureen Mullarkey at Studio Matters
Euthanasia in Canada: A True Story – Fr. David J. Nix at Pilgrim Priest
How To Tell If You Are Trad Inc. – Chris Jackson at Hiraeth In Exile

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Spiritual Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Live – Big Pulpit
New Mystic Update Posts – Mystic Update

Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Were Catholic Organizations Involved In Efforts To Elect Hillary Clinton? – Complicit Clergy
Read Intel Officials’ Objections To ‘Extremely Sketchy’ Steele Dossier – Mollie Hemingway, et al.
Why Is The Department Of Homeland Security Quoting The Bible On Instagram? – Rlgn Unplggd
New Prime Time Politics Posts – Prime Time Politics

Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The TFP’s 2025 Southern Caravan: A Plea to God & A Call to Action to Overturn Obergefell – TFP
See the Latest Western Civ Defender Posts – Western Civ Defender

Et Cætera. . . Popular Cultural Analysis, Punditry, and News:
F. Scott Fitzgerald Was Catholic? – Alex Taylor, Ph.D., at Word On Fire

Indiscriminate Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
How to Become Catholic in 2025: A Step-by-Step Guide – National Catholic Register
Young Parisian Nobles Combine to Defend Holy Mother Church – Tradition, Family, & Property
It’s Here! The 2025 Color of the Year – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist
Need Professional Fundraising Advice for Catholics? Click Here! – Brice Sokolowski
Luxury Amid Lamentations: North Korea’s Wonsan-Kalma Resort – Tradition, Family, & Property
Big Pulpit’s Editor-in-Chief, Follow on X – Robert “Tito” Edwards

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SATVRDAY EARLY-MORNING TOP-10

1. I Was Also Fired by Archbishop Weisenburger – Edward N. Peters, J.D., J.C.D., on X
2. Weisenburger Fired Three Distinguished Seminary Professors, Why? – Fr. Z’s Blog
3. Insider: Firings Were Extra-Judicial, Over the Heads of the Rector & Board – Josh Mansfield
4. Archbishop Weisenburger & The Episcopal Double Standard – Philip E. Lawler, Ph.D., at C Cltr
5. This Talk Certainly Indicates A Major Theme Of Pope Leo’s Pontificate! – Fr. Allan J. McDonald
6. The Purging of Faithful Catholics Continues – Eric R. Sammons at Editor’s Desk
7. Disruptive Papacy Era is Over; Francis’s Limitations Revealed! – Fr. Alexander Lucie-Smith
8. Leo’s TLM Lifeline, Will This Be A Trend? – R. Arroyo, Robert Royal, Ph.D., & Fr. Gerald E. Murray
9. Why Are Some People Against Cardinal Sarah’s Visit To Sainte-Anne-d’Auray? – Cth Conclave
10. Catholic Poet Jane Greer: RIP – Mary R. Finnegan at Dappled Things

Honorable Mentioned:
The ‘Golden Age’ Of Seminaries Delusion – Gene Thomas Gomulka
Sainthood Candidate: Fr. Arrupe, Former Jesuit Head, Aware Of Priest’s Abuse Record – CWN
A TLM Ordinariate is Needed, Similar to the Anglican Ordinariate – Shane Schaetzel on X
What Today’s Catholics Want – Bishop Erik Varden via Amy Welborn on X
The Devil In AI (Again) – Rod Dreher

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    SATVRDAY EARLY-MORNING EDITION

    Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
    Catholic Poet Jane Greer: RIP – Mary R. Finnegan at Dappled Things
    A TLM Ordinariate is Needed, Similar to the Anglican Ordinariate – Shane Schaetzel on X
    Sainthood Candidate: Fr. Arrupe, Former Jesuit Head, Aware Of Priest’s Abuse Record – CWN

    Crimson Deluge o’er the Hallowed Halls of Sacred Heart Major Seminary:
    I Was Also Fired by Archbishop Weisenburger – Edward N. Peters, J.D., J.C.D., on X
    Weisenburger Fired Three Distinguished Seminary Professors, Why? – Fr. Z’s Blog
    Archbishop Weisenburger & The Episcopal Double Standard – Philip E. Lawler, Ph.D., at C Culture
    Insider: Firings Were Extra-Judicial, Over the Heads of the Rector & Board – Josh Mansfield
    The Purging of Faithful Catholics Continues – Eric R. Sammons at Editor’s Desk

    . . . Outrage Over on X:
    Edward C. Feser, Ph.D.: Archbishop Weisenburger Owes an Explanation
    Steve Ray: Looks Like a Purge of Faithful Catholics
    Damian Thompson: Something is Rotten in the Archdiocese of Detroit
    Joshua Mercer: It’s Amazing How Much Division Weisenburger Has Brought in so Little Time
    Kale Zelden: Archbishop Weisenburger is an Assassin

    Pope Leo XIV Sweet Order’s Reign Embrace:
    This Talk Certainly Indicates A Major Theme Of Pope Leo’s Pontificate! – Fr. Allan J. McDonald
    Leo’s TLM Lifeline, Will This Be A Trend? – R. Arroyo, Robert Royal, Ph.D., & Fr. Gerald E. Murray
    Pope Has Many Decisions To Make: Will Charges Be Filed Against Rupnik Or Not? – C Conclave

    Analysis, Punditry, and News:
    What Today’s Catholics Want – Bishop Erik Varden via Amy Welborn on X
    World Record For Earliest Successful Birth Set By Iowa Boy – R. Quackenbush at Catholic Vote
    Milestone: 1,000 Father Coleridge Reader Subscribers – S.D. Wright at Father Coleridge Reader
    Father Spadaro’s Fake Interview With Pope Leo XIV – Nico Spuntoni at New Daily Compass
    Why Are Some People Against Cardinal Sarah’s Visit To Sainte-Anne-d’Auray? – Cthlc Conclave
    The Devil In AI (Again) – Rod Dreher
    Infrastructure of Cities are Family-Unfriendly, Rise of Dog Parks – John M. Grondelski, Ph.D.
    Are All Protestants “Saved”? (“TurretinFan” Insanity) – David Armstrong at Biblical Evidence. . .
    Lay Leader Laments ‘Mysterious’ Process In Stalled Schönborn Succession – Luke Coppen
    From the Bottom of My Heart, Thank You! – John-Henry Westen on X
    Italian Daily Il Foglio: Where Have All the Bergoglians Gone? – Rorate Cæli
    Dalit Catholics Protest Discrimination By Church In India – Nirmala Carvalho at Crux
    Islamic Conquest in Melbourne? – Kathy Clubb at The Remnant
    The ‘Golden Age’ Of Seminaries Delusion – Gene Thomas Gomulka
    Disruptive Papacy Era is Over; Francis’s Limitations Revealed! – Fr. Alexander Lucie-Smith
    Hot Commie Summer: Leftists Only Date Each Other, Not Settle For Liberals – The Guardian

    News:
    James Hitchcock, Church Historian & Register Contributor, Dies at 87 – NC Register

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    Spiritual Analysis, Punditry, and News:
    Catholic Devotions for 26th July – Catholic Conclave
    Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Live – Big Pulpit

    Liturgical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
    The Mystical Meaning of the Ceremonies of the Mass – Peter A. Kwasniewski, Ph.D.
    Tonsure Scissors for Liturgical Rites – John Paul Sonnen at Liturgical Arts Journal
    An Italian Festival Revived in New Jersey, September 6 – New Liturgical Movement

    Beauty:
    Is The Aeneid the Most Beautiful Work of State Propaganda Ever Written? – Joseph Pearce

    Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
    US Bishops Call For Repeal Of ‘Severely Problematic’ Face Act – Catholic World News
    Good Move – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
    The TFP’s 2025 Southern Caravan: A Plea to God & A Call to Action to Overturn Obergefell – TFP
    New Prime Time Politics Posts – Prime Time Politics

    Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
    The Coming Collapse of Society with Gavin Ashenden, Fr. J. Waltz, et al. – Catholic Unscripted
    See the Latest Western Civ Defender Posts – Western Civ Defender

    Awaiting the Last Crusade:
    How a Muslim Enculturates – Citizen Free Press

    Et Cætera. . . Popular Cultural Analysis, Punditry, and News:
    A Very Good Movie – David Griffey at Daffey Thoughts
    Luxury Amid Lamentations: North Korea’s Wonsan-Kalma Resort – Tradition, Family, & Property

    Indiscriminate Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
    How to Become Catholic in 2025: A Step-by-Step Guide – National Catholic Register
    Young Parisian Nobles Combine to Defend Holy Mother Church – Tradition, Family, & Property
    It’s Here! The 2025 Color of the Year – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist
    Need Professional Fundraising Advice for Catholics? Click Here! – Brice Sokolowski
    TFP’s Midwest Call to Chivalry Camp Brings Challenges & Blessings – Tradition, Family, & Prprty
    Big Pulpit’s Editor-in-Chief, Follow on X – Robert “Tito” Edwards
    A Single Denial to Give Communion That Echoed Around the World – Tradition, Family, & Property

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    FRIDAY EARLY-MORNING TOP-10

    1. Ralph Martin Issues Statement on His Abrupt Firing frm Sacred Heart Seminary – C. Niles, J.D.
    2. Sacred Heart Purge: When Fidelity Gets You Fired & Flattery Gets You Tenure – Ch. Jackson
    3. Firing Was ‘A Shock’ for Theologian Ralph Martin – Mt. McDonald at National Catholic Register
    4. Is Carlo Maria Viganò Dead? – David L. Gray, D.Min.
    5. Bishop Allowed Gay Clergy for 33 Yrs, Lost $250B to Abuse, Connection? – C Manion KM PhD
    6. Will Pope Leo XIV Give In On ‘Traditionis Custodes’? – Catholic Conclave
    7. Much Ado About Clothing (Clericals) – John M. Grondelski, Ph.D., at Adoremus
    8. What Did Pope Leo XIV Say To One Of The Oldest Religious Orders? – Rome Reports
    9. What is Downtown Steubenville For? – John Byron Kuhner
    10. Big Bird Weeps – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

      Honorable Mentioned:
      The Bible versus the Quran – Joseph Pearce on Rumble
      Of Pranks & Portals: When Seminary Shenanigans Brush Against the Occult – Michael H. Brown
      A Glaring ‘Sign’ – Michael H. Brown at Spirit Daily Blog
      New Law Will Help Families Access America’s Catholic Schools – Bishop David M. O’Connell
      Is Pope Leo XIV Moving Forward With The Francis Reforms? – Joe McLane at A Catholic Take

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      FRIDAY EARLY-MORNING EDITION

      Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
      New Law Will Help Families Access America’s Catholic Schools – Bishop David M. O’Connell

      Crimson Deluge o’er the Hallowed Halls of Sacred Heart Major Seminary:
      Ralph Martin Issues Statement on His Abrupt Firing frm Sacred Heart Seminary – Ch. Niles, J.D.
      Firing Was ‘A Shock’ for Theologian Ralph Martin – Mt. McDonald at National Catholic Register
      Sacred Heart Purge: When Fidelity Gets You Fired & Flattery Gets You Tenure – Ch. Jackson

      Pope Leo XIV Sweet Order’s Reign Embrace:
      Is Pope Leo XIV Moving Forward With The Francis Reforms? – Joe McLane at A Catholic Take
      Will Pope Leo XIV Give In On ‘Traditionis Custodes’? – Catholic Conclave
      Peru Presents Pope Leo XIV Tourist Route to Showcase His Life in the Country – NC Register
      What Did Pope Leo XIV Say To One Of The Oldest Religious Orders? – Rome Reports
      Pope Leo XIV Meets Algerian President, Discusses Church Life and Peacebuilding – NC Register
      He’s A Real American: Bill Aims To Protect Pope’s U.S. Citizenship – Jack Figge at The Pillar

      The Fruit of Vatican II’s Folly:
      Much Ado About Clothing (Clericals) – John M. Grondelski, Ph.D., at Adoremus

      Analysis, Punditry, and News:
      Thousands Gather At Our Lady Of Champion For Jubilee Mass – Christine Rousselle at Aleteia
      Community Life: A Possible Solution to the Priestly Crisis – Fr. Mario Proietti at Zenit
      Archbishop Cordileone – Beauty Of Latin Mass Draws Young People – Michael Haynes at Per. . .
      Of Pranks & Portals: When Seminary Shenanigans Brush Against the Occult – Michael H. Brown
      Tribute Or Travesty? Dolce & Gabbana Stages Catholic-Vestment-Inspired Fashion Show – CWR
      Bishop Allowed Gay Clergy for 33 Yrs, Lost $250B to Abuse, Connection? – Ch Manion KM PhD
      Ukraine’s Ultimatum To Russian Orthodox Christians – Vladimir Rozanskij at Zenit
      Christians Ask Vatican For ‘Urgent Intervention’ On Violence Amid Envoy’s Visit To India – CWR
      Gaza Priest Injured in Israeli Bombing Discusses Impact on Parish Community – NC Register
      House Reports Reveal Biden FBI Investigated Catholics Nationally & Internationally – CforC
      Is Carlo Maria Viganò Dead? – David L. Gray, D.Min.
      What is Downtown Steubenville For? – John Byron Kuhner
      Cardinal Müller Criticises German Bishops For Caving In To Pro-Abortion Ideology – C Conclave
      The Dicastery For Communication & The Algorithmic Drift (Using AI to Disseminate News) – SNP
      The Bible versus the Quran – Joseph Pearce on Rumble
      Stacy A. Trasancos, Ph.D.: “Infertility Can Be A Gift” – Mary O’Regan at Mary’s Blog

      News:
      U.S. Birth Rate Hits All-Time Low, CDC Data Shows – AP via CBS News
      500,000 Young People Expected In Rome Next Week For Jubilee Of Youth – Catholic World News

      Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
      Five Steps to Revive the Liberal Arts – Jovan Tripkovic at The James G. Martin Center for. . .
      Connecting Catholic Education – Patrick Reilly at The Cardinal Newman Society

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      Spiritual Analysis, Punditry, and News:
      A Glaring ‘Sign’ – Michael H. Brown at Spirit Daily Blog
      Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Live – Big Pulpit

      Beauty:
      On the Human Need for Beauty – Archbishop Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap., at CWR
      5 Most Unique Places to Visit Along the French Coast – Moss & Fog
      Does Beauty Have Survival Value – J. Budziszewski, Ph.D., at The Underground Thomist

      Culture of Life Analysis, Punditry, and News:
      The TFP’s 2025 Southern Caravan: A Plea to God & A Call to Action to Overturn Obergefell – TFP
      TFP’s Midwest Call to Chivalry Camp Brings Challenges & Blessings – Tradition, Family, & Prprty

      Culture of Death Analysis, Punditry, and News:
      We Are Orienting Our Cities Around Dogs—Not Families – W. Brad Wilcox, Ph.D., on X

      Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
      Defending Illegal Aliens Cuz the Pope Said So – Complicit Clergy
      White House Releases US Plan For AI As Catholics Say It Must Uphold Human Dignity – The Reg
      Obama Insists That Russia Tried To Influence The 2016 US Election – Catholics for Catholics
      Big Bird Weeps – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

      Anglosphere Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
      Former UK Labour Leader Launches New Far-Left Party – TEC News
      A Single Denial to Give Communion That Echoed Around the World – Tradition, Family, & Property

      International Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
      Luxury Amid Lamentations: North Korea’s Wonsan-Kalma Resort – Tradition, Family, & Property
      Socialism: Ideas So Good That They Have to be Mandatory – The American Catholic
      Khomeini’s Fortress: Why the Regime Survived When It Shouldn’t Have – Safaa Subhi

      Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
      Young Parisian Nobles Combine to Defend Holy Mother Church – Tradition, Family, & Property
      “Europe Is In Decline Unless We Recover Common Sense”—ECR MEP Diego Solier – J. Villamor

      Awaiting the Last Crusade:
      Why Banning the Muslim Brotherhood in the West is Not Enough – Dan Burmawi
      Greece Threatens To Block Turkey From EU Defense Fund – TEC News/AFP at The European. . .
      Birthrates & the Battle for Europe’s Identity – Dan Burmawi

      Et Cætera. . . Popular Cultural Analysis, Punditry, and News:
      Deo Gratis! ‘The View’ TV Show Going On Hiatus! – Annette Jals on X
      Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg, Wife, Purchases More Kauai Ranch Land – Island News
      About That Adulterous Coldplay Couple. . . – Leila Miller at Crisis Magazine

      Indiscriminate Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
      CORPUS Disbands After 50 Years of Failed “Ministry” – Jn. Horvat at Tradition, Family, & Property
      Does Watching TV Cause Autism? – William M. Briggs, Ph.D. 2008
      How to Become Catholic in 2025: A Step-by-Step Guide – National Catholic Register
      It’s Here! The 2025 Color of the Year – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist
      Need Professional Fundraising Advice for Catholics? Click Here! – Brice Sokolowski
      Big Pulpit’s Editor-in-Chief, Follow on X – Robert “Tito” Edwards

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      THVRSDAY AFTERNOON TOP-10

      1. Shake-Up in Detroit: New Archbishop Fires Ralph Martin & Eduardo Echeverria – Jon. Liedl
      2. An Open-Letter to Cardinal Burke – Fr. David J. Nix at Pilgrim Priest
      3. The Only Photograph Of St. Charbel Was A Miracle – Philip Kosloski at Aleteia
      4. Banning of Private Masses in St. Peter’s was a Baffling Act by Francis – Damian Thompson
      5. Leo’s Great Recovery of Papal Protocol Dispensed by the Late Pontiff. . . – Fr. A.J. McDonald
      6. Group Revitalized Remote Arizona Village Before Diocese Told Them to Leave – AP
      7. Through Years Of Scandal, Has The Vatican Learned Nothing? – Philip E. Lawler, Ph.D., at C Cltr
      8. Babylon Bee Editor Joel Berry: When Ethno-Nationalism Masquerades as Faith – Jason Jones
      9. Archdiocese of Cologne Will Not Follow Fiducia Supplicans – Catholic Conclave
      10. Pope Leo XIV is the Supreme Pontiff, But There are Limits to What He Can Do – Fr. McDonald

        Honorable Mentioned:
        Can a Pope Incur a Latæ Sententiæ Excommunication Only for the Apostolic See – Fr. Z’s Blog
        Summer Reading: The Catholics – Masha Goepel at Catholic Stand Magazine
        The Old Testament Prophecies Spoke of World War III – David Martin at The Daily Knight
        Satanic Family Values: US ‘Conservatism’ Has Been a Sick Joke for a Long Time – New Oxf Rev

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        THVRSDAY AFTERNOON EDITION

        Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
        Shake-Up in Detroit: New Archbishop Fires Ralph Martin & Eduardo Echeverria – Jonathan Liedl
        Babylon Bee Editor Joel Berry: When Ethno-Nationalism Masquerades as Faith – Jason S. Jones
        An Open-Letter to Cardinal Burke – Fr. David J. Nix at Pilgrim Priest

        Pope Leo XIV Sweet Order’s Reign Embrace:
        Pope Leo XIV is the Supreme Pontiff, But There are Limits to What He Can Do – Fr. A. McDonald
        Why Pope Leo Is Right About the Importance of Prayer in Marriage – Emily Zanotti at The Reg
        Leo Great Recovery Of Papal Protocol Dispensed By The Late Pontiff. . . – Fr. Allan J. McDonald

        The Fruit of Vatican II’s Folly:
        The Banning of Private Masses In St. Peter’s Was a Baffling Act of Francis – Damian Thompson
        Archdiocese of Cologne Will Not Follow Fiducia Supplicans – Catholic Conclave

        Analysis, Punditry, and News:
        The Only Photograph Of St. Charbel Was A Miracle – Philip Kosloski at Aleteia
        Can a Pope Incur a Latæ Sententiæ Excommunication Only for the Apostolic See – Fr. Z’s Blog
        When U.F.O.s Become Religion – Ross Douthat at New York Times
        Group Revitalized Remote Arizona Village Before Diocese Told Them to Leave – D. Bharath at AP
        Grandparent’s Day – Frances Smit at The Greatest of These. . .
        Summer Reading: The Catholics – Masha Goepel at Catholic Stand Magazine
        Anti-Semitism Is Incompatible With Catholicism – Robert P. George via The Catholic Register
        The Bible: The Singularly Great Book – R. Jared Staudt, O.S.B. Obl., Ph.D., at Cthlc World Report
        The World Must Not Abandon Gaza’s Last Christians – G. Chacón at National Catholic Register
        The Old Testament Prophecies Spoke of World War III – David Martin at The Daily Knight
        Satanic Family Values: US ‘Conservatism’ Has Been a Sick Joke for a Long Time – New Oxf Rev
        Death of the StAR? – Joseph Pearce at The Imaginative Conservative
        Swiss Politician Faces Court After Firing 20 Shots at Image of Mary & Jesus – NC Register
        The Plight of Christians in the Holy Land Worsens – Fr. Mario Alexis Portella at Crisis Magazine
        Bishop Slams Archbishop Of Toulouse For Appointing Convicted Sex Abuser – Catholic Conclave
        Through Years Of Scandal, Has The Vatican Learned Nothing? – Philip E. Lawler, Ph.D., at C Cltr

        News:
        Religious Freedom In Nigeria Is Worsening, Says U.S. Agency – Christine Rousselle at Aleteia

        Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
        The Integration of Beauty Into Learning – Nathaniel Urban at The Imaginative Conservative

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        Read the VVEDNESDAY EARLY-MORNING TOP-10 Published Yesterday – BIG PVLPIT

        Spiritual Analysis, Punditry, and News:
        Miracle Monk – Christine Niles, J.D., at Forward Boldly
        Never Be Afraid of Loving the Blessed Virgin Mary Too Much – Saint Maximillian Kolbe
        Catholic Devotions for 24th July – Catholic Conclave
        The TFP’s 2025 Southern Caravan: A Plea to God & A Call to Action to Overturn Obergefell – TFP
        5 Fascinating Facts About St. Charbel Makhlouf, the Miraculous Healing Saint – ChurchPOP
        TFP’s Midwest Call to Chivalry Camp Brings Challenges & Blessings – Tradition, Family, & Prprty
        Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Live – Big Pulpit

        Liturgical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
        Learning Liturgical Latin, Lesson 2 – Robert W. Keim, Ph.D., at Via Mediævalist

        Philosophical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
        CORPUS Disbands After 50 Years of Failed “Ministry” – Jn. Horvat at Tradition, Family, & Property

        Beauty:
        A Digital Reconstruction of a Romanesque Era Altar & Sanctuary – Liturgical Arts Journal

        Culture of Life Analysis, Punditry, and News:
        A Single Denial to Give Communion That Echoed Around the World – Tradition, Family, & Property

        Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
        How Could Anyone Arrest a Former President??? – Libs of Tik Tok via The American Catholic

        Anglosphere Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
        A Separatist Movement Is Brewing in Canada — But Don’t Count on a 51st State – Politico

        International Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
        Rethinking Gaza & the Geography of Suffering – Dan Burmawi

        Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
        Non-Russian Soldiers Forced to Fight Against Ukraine Exposes Russia’s Desperation – TFP
        Grant Wins His Race With the Grim Reaper – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

        Awaiting the Last Crusade:
        Fire Set To Historic French Chapel – Catholic World News

        Et Cætera. . . Popular Cultural Analysis, Punditry, and News:
        Hulk Hogan, Pro-Wrestling Superstar & TV Personality, Dies at 71 – Sue Carswell at People
        Great Moments In Cinema: “Or They Be Not Aboard” – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at TACatholic
        ‘Love’ on a Jumbotron: Self-Deception, Sin, & the Stories We Tell Ourselves – NC Register

        Indiscriminate Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
        Does Anyone Believe this Rubbish – Damian Thompson via The American Catholic
        How to Become Catholic in 2025: A Step-by-Step Guide – National Catholic Register
        It’s Here! The 2025 Color of the Year – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist
        Need Professional Fundraising Advice for Catholics? Click Here! – Brice Sokolowski
        Big Pulpit’s Editor-in-Chief, Follow on X – Robert “Tito” Edwards

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        THVRSDAY EARLY-MORNING TOP-10

        1. Abp Weisenburger Fires 2 World-Renowned Profs frm Sacred Heart Seminary – Cmplct Clrgy
        2. Card. Cupich Sold Church to Masons to Convert to a Masonic Lodge – Deacon Nick Donnelly
        3. San Diego Bishop Celebrates Rainbow Mass Featuring ‘Drag Queen’ Activist – Complicit Clergy
        4. Bishop Prohibits Catholic Influencer frm Church Activities Amid ‘Grooming’ Allegations – CNA
        5. Dear Kansas City, How is That City Owned Grocery Store Working Out for You – Wshngtn Post
        6. The Problem of Effeminate Men, Priests & Parishes; Part III – Dan Fitzpatrick at Catholic Stand
        7. It Was Obama All Along – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
        8. The Life Teen Phenomenon: A Guide to Resources – Peter A. Kwasniewski, Ph.D., at Nw Lt Mv
        9. St. Ignatius Loyola Weeps at the Antics of Fr. James Martin, S.J. – The American Catholic
        10. Interest In The Priesthood Surges In The Archdiocese Of New York – Our Sunday Visitor

          Honorable Mentioned:
          African Modernism: The True Face Of Epistemic Arrogance In Africa – Gumisiriza
          What A Devastating Epidemic Reveals About Catholics In Public Life – Msgr. Owen F. Campion
          CORPUS Disbands After 50 Years of Failed “Ministry” – Jn. Horvat at Tradition, Family, & Property
          Under “Devout Catholic” Joe Biden – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

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          Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
          Abp Weisenburger Fires 2 World-Renowned Profs frm Sacred Heart Seminary – Cmplct Clrgy
          The Problem of Effeminate Men, Priests, & Parishes – Part III – Dan Fitzpatrick at Catholic Stand
          The Need To Restore The UK’s Christian Heritage – David Campanale at Premier Christianity

          Pope Leo XIV Sweet Order’s Reign Embrace:
          AI & Non-AI Generates What Leo Is Suppose To Have Said Or Is Saying – Fr. A.J. McDonald
          Pope Leo XIV Returns to the Vatican After More Than 2 Weeks in Castel Gandolfo – The Reg
          Kneading Faith into Summer: Lessons From Pope Leo & Sourdough – Andrea Picciotti-Bayer

          The Fruit of Vatican II’s Folly:
          The Life Teen Phenomenon: A Guide to Resources – Peter A. Kwasniewski, Ph.D., at New Lit Mov
          San Diego Bishop Celebrates Rainbow Mass Featuring ‘Drag Queen’ Activist – Complicit Clergy
          African Modernism: The True Face Of Epistemic Arrogance In Africa – Gumisiriza
          What’s Happening With Couples’ Blessings In Germany? – Luke Coppen at The Pillar
          Why the Old Mass Isn’t Broken & the New Mass Can’t be Fixed – James Baresel at 1 Peter 5

          Analysis and Punditry:
          Bishop Prohibits Catholic Influencer From Church Activities Amid ‘Grooming’ Allegations – CNA
          Cardinal Cupich Sold Church to Masons to Convert to a Masonic Lodge – Deacon Nick Donnelly
          Think You Can’t Afford A Catholic College? More Are Offering Full Tuition Options – Our Sun Vis
          Mark Short Becomes Australia’s First Evangelical Anglican Primate in 40+ Yrs – Daily Declaration
          Interest In The Priesthood Surges In The Archdiocese Of New York – Our Sunday Visitor
          Just-War Thinking: An Answer To George Weigel – Philip E. Lawler, Ph.D., at Catholic Culture
          What A Devastating Epidemic Reveals About Catholics In Public Life – Msgr. Owen F. Campion
          Why Christian Vision of Men & Women, Led by Female Witness, Will Help Society Flourish – Reg
          St. Ignatius Loyola Weeps at the Antics of Fr. James Martin, S.J. – The American Catholic
          The TFP’s 2025 Southern Caravan: A Plea to God & A Call to Action to Overturn Obergefell – TFP
          HHS Investigation Exposes ‘Horrifying’ Ethical Failures in Organ Transplant System – The Reg
          CORPUS Disbands After 50 Years of Failed “Ministry” – Jn. Horvat at Tradition, Family, & Property
          Forgive God? – Fr. Joseph Gill at Ignitum Today
          Babylon Bee Editor’s Awful Comments About Gaza’s Christians Nothing New – A.M. Fernandez
          Islamists & the Tragedy of Holy Family Church – Andrew Doran at First Things
          FBI Investigates Vandalism Incident at Penn Catholic Church – National Catholic Register

          News:
          Influential Italian Site Messa In Latino Reinstated by Google – Diane Montagna on X
          Palestinian President Condemns Attack On Gaza Parish – Catholic World News
          Some Good News – Foxfier at The American Catholic

          Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
          The Manhattan Statement: A Bold Blueprint to Rescue Higher Education – The Daily Declaration
          How ‘Critical Theory’ Is Poisoning Modern Education – The Lila Rose Podcast
          TFP’s Midwest Call to Chivalry Camp Brings Challenges & Blessings – Tradition, Family, & Prprty

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          Read the TVESDAY EARLY-MORNING TOP-10 Published Two Days Ago – BIG PVLPIT

          Spiritual Analysis, Punditry, and News:
          A Single Denial to Give Communion That Echoed Around the World – Tradition, Family, & Property
          Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Live – Big Pulpit

          Liturgical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
          What’s New On The Latin Mass Front? – Catholic Conclave
          A Selection of Green Chasubles from the Renaissance Era – Liturgical Arts Journal
          “Apostle of the Apostles” – Liturgical Notes on the Feast of St. Mary Magdalene – New Lit Mov

          Beauty:
          New & Old Entities. . . – Bernard Gallagher at Catch Light
          Beautiful Pilgrimage Site of Rocher Saint-Michel d’Aiguilhe in France – Culture Explorer
          What is the Most Ancient of All Illuminated Bible Manuscripts? – Hilary White at The SIP

          Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
          Dear Kansas City, How is That City Owned Grocery Store Working Out for You – Washington Post
          The $130 Billion Train That Couldn’t – Joel Kotkin & Wendell Cox at The Spectator World
          It Was Obama All Along – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

          Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
          The Three Pillars of Western Civilization – Joseph Pearce on YouTube

          Et Cætera. . . Popular Cultural Analysis, Punditry, and News:
          Catholic NFL Player Philip Rivers Officially Retires – Christine Rousselle at Aleteia
          Caught on Kiss Cam: 8 Catholic Lessons frm Scandal That Went Viral – Patti Maguire Armstrong
          French Pres & Wife Sue Candace Owens Over Claim Brigitte is a Man – Catholics for Catholics

          Indiscriminate Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
          Under “Devout Catholic” Joe Biden – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
          How to Become Catholic in 2025: A Step-by-Step Guide – National Catholic Register
          Raw Flight Footage: A Fully Functional Real-World “Speeder Bike” (Air Motorcycle) – Volonaut
          It’s Here! The 2025 Color of the Year – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist
          Pope Pius VII Tried Negotiating With a Master Manipulator & Lost – Tradition, Family, & Property
          Need Professional Fundraising Advice for Catholics? Click Here! – Brice Sokolowski
          How to Make a Garden a Safe Haven for Bees; Why Your Plants Will Thank You – N. Allen, Ph.D.
          Big Pulpit’s Editor-in-Chief, Follow on X – Robert “Tito” Edwards

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          Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
          Death of the St. Austin Review? – Joseph Pearce at Catholic World Report

          Pope Leo XIV Sweet Order’s Reign Embrace:
          Pope Leo XIV Declares Healing of Newborn in Rhode Island a Miracle – NC Register
          Pope Leo XIV To Move Forward With Vatican Reforms, Says Cardinal – The Tablet

          The Fruit of Vatican II’s Folly:
          No Communion for Obstinate Public Sinners! – Mary Ann Kreitzer at Les Femmes

          Analysis, Punditry, and News:
          Nun Holding Her Baby Niece Captures the Beauty of Religious Life in Viral Video – ChurchPOP
          What Government Should Do For The Poor – Michael Schmiesing at Catholic Answers Magazine
          TFP’s Midwest Call to Chivalry Camp Brings Challenges & Blessings – Tradition, Family, & Prprty
          The Need for Parish Intellectual Life – Thomas Griffin at Crisis Magazine
          Celibacy Is Better Than Marriage—Don’t Be Threatened By This Truth – Catholic Culture
          Life Site News Reinstates Fired Editor, CEO John-Henry Westen – The Catholic Register
          Synodal Team Building In Germany A Parallel Magisterium – Catholic Conclave
          The Evolution Of The Vatican-Palestinian Relations Through The Years – Rome Reports
          The Problem of Effeminate Men, Priests, & Parishes – Part II – Dan Fitzpatrick at Catholic Stand
          A Single Denial to Give Communion That Echoed Around the World – Tradition, Family, & Property
          Fr. James Martin Twists Sodom & Gomorrah Into A Story About Migration – Anthony Stine
          Judiciary Cmte: FBI Spied on Catholic Priest for Not Divulging Info On Parishioner – The Reg
          German Woman Instantly Excommunicated For Attempting Ordination – Catholic Conclave
          Swiss Political Leader Faces Charges After Shooting Image Of Virgin & Child – C News Agency
          Modernist Sociologist Thinks The Latin Mass Repulsive – Catholic Conclave
          Why Some Catholics Can’t Handle The Truth. . . The Pillar – Gene Thomas Gomulka

          News:
          EWTN Launches EWTN Studios & EWTN Digital To Expand Global Reach – NC Register
          TFP Pepper-Sprayed by Fuming Pro-Abort in St. Paul – J. Fabrizio at Tradition, Family, & Property
          Chant Workshop in Nashville with Clear Creek Choirmaster, Sept. 26-28 – New Liturgical Movmnt
          FBI Investigates Vandalism Incident At Pennsylvania Catholic Church – Catholic World Report

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          Read the MONDAY MID-DAY TOP-10 Published Two Days Ago – BIG PVLPIT

          Spiritual Analysis, Punditry, and News:
          Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Live – Big Pulpit

          Liturgical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
          Feast of St. Mary Magdalene – A Rocky History. Like The Saint Herself? – Fr. Z’s Blog
          Traditional Liturgy – Randall B. Smith, Ph.D., at The Catholic Thing
          Wherein I Became Extremely Distracted at Mass for Feast of Mary Magdalene – Fr. A. McDonald

          Beauty:
          On the Human Need for Beauty – Archbishop Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap., at What We Need. . .
          Remnants of a Carved Marble Chancel Screen from Thessaloniki – Liturgical Arts Journal
          1700-year-old The Great Hunt Mosaic Located in Sicily – DaVinci on X

          Culture of Life Analysis, Punditry, and News:
          A Single Denial to Give Communion That Echoed Around the World – Tradition, Family, & Property

          Culture of Death Analysis, Punditry, and News:
          From Canada To The Netherlands, Euthanasia Kills Without Consent – Luca Volontè

          Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
          Sheer Inertia; Why Use of Latin in Law (& Norman French Too) – The American Catholic
          A Note For Supporters Of President Trump – David Griffey at Daffey Thoughts
          What Part of Anarchism Bothers You. . . – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
          Republicans Shut Down House Floor To Prevent Epstein Vote – Martha McHardy at Newsweek

          Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
          Pope Pius VII Tried Negotiating With a Master Manipulator & Lost – Tradition, Family, & Property

          Et Cætera. . . Popular Cultural Analysis, Punditry, and News:
          Eddington: No Country For Woke Men – Sohrab Ahmari at UnHerd
          Leng Jun’s 2004 Painting, Experts: Painting Surpassed The Mona Lisa – Timeless Music on X

          Indiscriminate Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
          I Want to be Him When I Grow Up – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
          Church Fresco Shows Karl Marx, Marshal Tito, & Engels in Hell – A Nice Cup of Tea on X
          The Most Famous Grizzly Bear on Earth – Big Sky Documentary Film Festival
          How to Become Catholic in 2025: A Step-by-Step Guide – National Catholic Register
          It’s Here! The 2025 Color of the Year – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist
          Need Professional Fundraising Advice for Catholics? Click Here! – Brice Sokolowski
          Big Pulpit’s Editor-in-Chief, Follow on X – Robert “Tito” Edwards

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