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MONDAY EXTRA

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Fr Bill Miscamble Wide PicFr. Miscamble Forced to Disassociate by the University of Notre Dame

by Matthew Archbold

of Creative Minority Report

Pope Francis to German Bishops: Your Church Is a Mess! Fix It! – Fr. Z’s Blog
A Bold Take on the Refugee Crisis – Daphnie Vega, Epic Pew
The Misinterpretation of Pope Francis’ Pontificate Continues Unabated – Andrea Gagliarducci
Texas: Self-Induced Abortions on the Rise; A Complete Lie – Judie Brown, Catholic Lane
The American Dream Is In Crisis Because the American Family Is in Crisis – Ben Petersen
What the Vatican’s Decision to Charge 5 People Over Alleged Leaks Really Means – E. Condon
Homesick at Home: A Chestertonian Thanksgiving – Sean Fitzpatrick, The Civilized Reader
Preschooler Whose ‘Celebration of Mass’ Went Viral Dies of Cancer – The Natl Cthlc Register
How the ‘Church Tax’ Corrupts German Catholicism – Phil Lawler, Catholic Culture
The Truth About the Crusades – Scott Eric Alt, Catholic Stand
Whoopi Goldberg: Christians Are Just As Dangerous As Muslims – Matthew Archbold, C. M. R.
The War in Europe and Islam – Big Pulpit (November 19, 2015)
The Decline of Europe and the Rise of Belligerent Islam – Big Pulpit (November 23, 2015)
The Piecemeal War With Islam – Big Pulpit (December 3, 2015)
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The Decline of Europe and the Rise of Belligerent Islam

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Strong Horse Osama Bin Laden Multiculturalism Militant Islam Liberalism SocialismDecline and Fall of the European Project?

by Donald R. McClarey, J. D.,

of The American Catholic

Islam: A Christian Heresy – Regina Prophetarum
The Late French Anthropologist René Girard’s Criticism of the Civilization – Matthew Becklo
Can Islam be Reformed? – Fr. Dwight Longenecker, Standing on my Head
Whither Islam? – David Carlin, The Catholic Thing
Fear of the Islamic State Endangers Our Soul Because It Challenges Our Charity – Tom Hoopes
Thousands of Syrian Christians are Fleeing I. S. I. S. Assault – Oliver Maksan, Catholic Lane
I. S. I. S. Cannot be Defeated by Airstrikes, Says Syrian Patriarch – Catholic Herald Magazine
A Beacon of Hope Shone Forth in Paris – Gretchen R. Crowe, OSV Newsweekly
Boko Haram Surpasses I. S. I. S. as World’s Deadliest Terrorist Group – John Burger, Aleteia
The Paris Attacks and Spiritual Danger – Paddy, The Way Out There
I. S. I. S. Flogs the Crusades Myth – Steve Weidenkopf, Catholic Answers
The Piecemeal War With Islam – Big Pulpit (December 3, 2015)
Europe & Islam – Big Pulpit (January 5, 2016)
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MONDAY EDITION

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No to Pornography Wide Transparent PicPornography: Our Greatest Ongoing Spiritual Threat

by Fr. C. John McCloskey

of The Catholic Thing

Solution to Fears about Importing Jihad to U. S.: Plan for Refugees to Stay Home – J. Burger
Wisdom is ‘Gender Neutral’ – Fr. Mark A. Pilon, The Catholic Thing
Six Interesting Catholic Thanksgiving Facts You Need to Know – Taylor Marshall Ph. D.
Newman Soc. Reports f/ Rome: Analysis of Ed. Congress Working Doc. – Dan Guernsey, CED
Purgatory & Particular Judgment – Catherine Mendenhall-Baugh, Truth & Charity Forum
Dialogue: A Much-Used Term That Has Lost Its Biblical Meaning – Msgr. Charles Pope
An Odd Alliance of the Humane Society & Christian Groups – Nicholas G. Hahn III, The WSJ
Are Religious Children Meaner Than Their Secular Counterparts? – Anne Hendershott, Crisis
What’s Wrong w/ Brittany Maynard’s Dignity Concept – Nicholas Danne, Dead Phlsphrs Soc.
Benedictine Principles for Business – Fr. Dwight Longenecker
The War in Europe and Islam – Big Pulpit (November 19, 2015)
The Decline of Europe and the Rise of Belligerent Islam – Big Pulpit (November 23, 2015)
The Piecemeal War With Islam – Big Pulpit (December 3, 2015)
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SUNDAY EDITION

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web-girl-face-close-half-sophie-louise-ccWhen Your Teen Turns Away from Family: Advice from Psychological Experts Drawing on Catholic Faith and Modern Psychology

by William McKenna

of Aleteia

A Benedictine Monk Defends Worshiping Eastwards – Peter Kwasniewski Ph.D., N.L.M.
Forty Years After Franco’s Death, Spain Not So Great or Catholic – Gary Potter, Catholicism
Using Chant to Help Your Prayer Life – Dan Burke, Catholic Spiritual Direction
Ante-Purgatory: Those Who Repent Late in Life are Punished in Dante’s Purgatorio – S.P.L.
A New Look Into the Vatican’s Stunning Museums – Elise Harris, The Register
Introducing Atheists to God – Fr. Dwight Longenecker, Aleteia
Fixing Catholic Boredom in Six Easy Steps – Randy Hain, Integrated Catholic Life™
Endangered! – Patti Maguire Armstrong, Catholic Stand
Copy of the Register Found in Time Capsule – Joseph Pronechen, The Natl Cthlc Register
Look For The Writing On The Wall – John C. Connell, Catholic Stand
Is There a Queen in the Kingdom of Heaven? – Tim Staples, Catholic Answers
The War in Europe and Islam – Big Pulpit (November 19, 2015)
The Decline of Europe and the Rise of Belligerent Islam – Big Pulpit (November 23, 2015)
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SATURDAY EDITION

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by Fr. Dwight Longenecker

of Catholic Herald Magazine

Book Review: The Surprisingly Fruitful Relationship bt. the Church & Science – F. Phillips
The Feminine Face of God’s ‘Media Army’ – Sister Theresa Aletheia Noble, The Reg
A Parish School Turns Failure into Success – Anthony Esolen, Crisis Magazine
Scott Hahn: Studying the Bible of Critical Importance for Catholic Schools & Univs. – CED
Planned Parenthood Doctor: ‘I Really Liked Babies, Believe It or Not’ – Jamey Brown, Cth Std
Breaking Pornography’s Corrosive Chains – Brian Fraga, The National Catholic Register
10 Quotes from the Saints on What Heaven Will Be Like – Kirsten Andersen, Aleteia
Christian Relationships and the Communion of Saints – Stephanie H. To, Catholic Stand
New Art from Daniel Mitsui: Pater Noster and Requiem Mass – Fr. Z’s Blog
Discipulorum Christi: Students of Christ – Cynthia Miller, Catholic Stand
The Difference One Priest Can Make: The Story of Father Fredy Angel – Emily Stimpson
The War in Europe and Islam – Big Pulpit (November 19, 2015)
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FRIDAY EDITION

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dta_630x354_v1_19aakqb-19aakqjDownton Abbey May Not ‘Do God’ But It Certainly Does Anti-Catholicism

by Fr. Alexander Lucie-Smith

of Catholic Herald Magazine

We Should Not Blame Mid-East Refugees for Actions of Terrorists – O. S. V. Newsweekly
Islamic Refugee Crisis: Good Samaritan or Maccabean Response? Or Both – Tay. Marshall Ph. D.
Commander of Iraq-Based Christian Militia Asks for Greater US Support – John Burger, Aleteia
Ben Carson Explains ‘Much Ado About Nothing’ Comment; Opposes Euthanasia – Kathy Schiffer
Former Muslim in Bradford Is Beaten Up for Converting to Christianity – Ed West, Cthlc Herald
Could America Survive Without Religion? – Robert P. George Ph. D., Public Discourse
Slouching Towards a Genderless Society – Joe Kral, Truth and Charity Forum
When Jesuits Quote Jesus. . . and When They Don’t – Fr. Z’s Blog
Our Lady of Fatima and the Reality of Hell – Kevin Symonds, Catholic Stand
Pray for Charlie Sheen, and Lift Him Up – Patty Knap, The National Catholic Register
Reverence and Respect – Randall Smith Ph. D., The Catholic Thing
The War in Europe and Islam – Big Pulpit (November 19, 2015)
The Decline of Europe and the Rise of Belligerent Islam – Big Pulpit (November 23, 2015)
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THURSDAY EXTRA

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by Phil Lawler

of Catholic Culture

U.S. Bishops: Resist Temptation to Scapegoat Syrian Refugees after Paris Attacks – P. J. Smith
Cardinal Edwin O’Brien: Forces in Middle East are Intent on Eradicating Christians – C. H.
10 Times Pope John Paul II Blew Us Away – Chloe Mooradian, Epic Pew
HuffPo: Religion Has Made a Mess of the Earth, Here Is Why She Is Wrong – Fr. A. Lucie-Smith
Jesus Waits: God’s Presence In The Blessed Sacrament – Mike Eisenbath, Catholic Stand
What Africa Can Teach Francis – Fr. Alexander Lucie-Smith, Catholic Herald Magazine
The Beauty of (Our) Fall – Emma King, Ignitum Today
Caution From Archbishop Chaput: Dishonest Mercy Helps No One – The Natl Cthlc Register
Overrated Synod, Before All Else in the Church There Is a Crisis of Faith – Sandro Magister
How Common Is Vatican Wiretapping? – Edward Pentin, The National Catholic Register
Inter Communion with Lutherans? A Convert Comments – Fr. Dwight Longenecker, SomH
The War in Europe and Islam – Big Pulpit (November 19, 2015)
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The War in Europe and Islam

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Carillon Cafe Memorial to Paris Attacks Victims Flowers RosesOnly Christianity Can Rescue Europe

by Michael James Nazir-Ali

of Catholic Herald Magazine

Middle-East Scholar: Islam Needs a Renewal of Reason – Edward Pentin, The N. C. Register
Europe’s Refugee Problem, and Ours – Ross Douthat, Evaluations Blog
It’s Not Islam; The True Problem Is the French Revolution of 1789 – Roberto de Mattei
Vatican Again Green Lights Using Force Against ‘Unjust Aggressor’ – John Burger, Aleteia
Paris in Pain – Jim Bryant, Regina Magazine
Paris Archbishop: When the Pain Is Too Great, We Cling to God – Maria Ximena, The Register
Today Palmyra, Tomorrow the Parthenon – Rev Patrick G. Burke
Order of Malta First Aiders Attended Scene of Deadliest Paris Attack – Catholic Herald
U. S. Embassy in Rome Warns U. S. Citizens about Potential for Terrorist Attacks – Fr. Z’s Blog
Don Pelayo Starts the Reconquest – Brother André Marie, Catholicism.org
The Decline of Europe and the Rise of Belligerent Islam – Big Pulpit (November 23, 2015)
The Piecemeal War With Islam – Big Pulpit (December 3, 2015)
Europe & Islam – Big Pulpit (January 5, 2016)
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THURSDAY EDITION

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Emmanuel College SealCatholic Colleges Sponsor Chapters of Group Supporting Planned Parenthood

by Kimberly Scharfenberger

of Catholic Education Daily

Students Keep the Faith on Secular Campuses Thanks to Newman Dorms – Peter J. Smith
Public Health Ignored as H. I. V. Spreads – Dale O’Leary, Crisis Magazine
Here’s the Main Thing Missing From Marriage Prep – Ryan & Mary-Rose Verret, The Register
A ‘Little Oratory’ Can Build a Big Habit of Prayer – Kathleen Hattrup, Aleteia
Teen Sexting: Pornification Turns High Schoolers Into Sex Offenders – J. F. Desmond
Loving Jesus: The Ultimate Blessing – Ray Sullivan, Catholic Stand
Conversion Catalysts: Brother and Sister Bring Entire Family Into Church – Katie Warner
Blessed Bernard Lichtenberg and Courage – Donald R. McClarey J. D., Catholic Stand
Brandon Vogt: Catholic New-Media Wiz – Zoe Romanowsky, Aleteia
On the Simplicity of God – Todd Nolan, Catholic Stand
Vatican II & Religious Freedom: Rupture or Authentic Development? – Carl E. Olson, The CWR
The War in Europe and Islam – Big Pulpit (November 19, 2015)
The Decline of Europe and the Rise of Belligerent Islam – Big Pulpit (November 23, 2015)
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WEDNESDAY EDITION

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Lutherans and CatholicsCatholics Should Stay Calm, Pope Francis Is Not Pressing for General Protestant Admission to Communion

by Edward Condon

of Catholic Herald Magazine

The Pope’s Advice to a Lutheran w/ Catholic Husband on Receiving the Eucharist – J Mirus PhD
Some Differences bt. Catholics & Lutherans on Baptism, Eucharist, Priesthood – Fr. Z’s Blog
The Hypocrisy of the Boston Globe Sex Abuse Coverup – David F. Pierre Jr., The Media Rprt
You’ve Been Using the Bible the Wrong Way, Here’s Why – Ryan Mayer, Epic Pew
When Ben Carson Calls Starvation of Terri Schiavo, Much Ado About Nothing – Dr. Ger. Nadal
Fishwrap’s Thomas Reese Attacks USSCB as They Meet for Not Conforming to His Agenda – Z
Faith + Humour = 36 Years of Marriage – Melanie Jean Juneau, Catholic Stand
Islam Brings Violence and Division, But the Church Is One – Fr. Dwight Longenecker, The Reg
The Problems, Perils, and Promises of Synodality: Part II – Adam A. J. DeVille Ph. D.
It’s Not About the Results – Michele Chronister, Ignitum Today
Red China: Chinese Priest Dies in Mysterious Circumstances – Catholic Herald Magazine
U.S. Christian Gps. Prioritizing Muslim Refugees over Christians – Big Pulpit (Nov. 17, 2015)
The War in Europe and Islam – Big Pulpit (November 19, 2015)
The Decline of Europe and the Rise of Belligerent Islam – Big Pulpit (November 23, 2015)
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Europe, Islam, and America

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Syrian Refugees at Greece Macedonia BorderScandal: U. S. Christian Groups are Prioritizing Muslim Refugees over Christian Ones; Here’s Why

by Faith McDonnell

of The Stream

Pope Benedict Was Right – Donald R. McClarey J. D., The American Catholic
Five Ways to Wage Spiritual Warfare Against I. S. I. S. – Sister Theresa Aletheia Noble
Vatican Secretary of State Backs Military Action Against I. S. I. S. – The N. C. Register
What Does the Devil Get Out of the Paris Massacre? – Edward N. Peters J.C.D. J.D
Refugees Are God’s Children, Pope Says in Wake of Paris Attacks – Ann Schneible
St. Pelagius of Córdoba: A Martyr for Our Times – Fr. José Miguel Marqués Campo, 1P5
The End of Europe – Samuel Gregg, Public Discourse
The Lesson of Paris: Elites Have a False View of Islam – William Kilpatrick, The Ct Wr Rp
Paris, Brussels, and 21st Century Europe – Paul Kengor Ph. D., Catholic Lane
Syrian Refugee Crisis – Catholic Relief Services
USCCB Head: Paris Violence Won’t Alter Church Outreach to Refugees – Dennis Sadowski
The War in Europe and Islam – Big Pulpit (November 19, 2015)
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TUESDAY EDITION

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Pope Francis Waving from his Seat inside Pope Paul VI AuditoriumWhat Did The Pope Really Say. . . about Lutherans and Communion?

by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

of Fr. Z’s Blog

You Won’t Believe What Vatican II Says About War – Shaun McAfee, Epic Pew
Pope: Jesus Will Ask Us, ‘Did You Use Your Life for Yourself or to Serve?’ – The Register
The Startling Absence of Catholic Men in the Pews – Matthew James Christoff, Cth Stnd
Archbishop Chaput Named as One of New Members on Synod Council – Elise Harris
Heroic Sanctity: Not For Everyone? – Ryan Kraeger, Ignitum Today
New Book: A Deeper Vision of Faith and Reason – Robert Royal, The Catholic Thing
A Call for Better Dialogue with High Church Lutherans – E. G. Norton, Crisis Magazine
The Paris Attacks & Planned Parenthood: Flipsides of Death – J. Jones & J. Zmirak Ph. D.
Book Notice: Pope Leo XIII and the Prayer to St. Michael – Peter Kwasniewski Ph. D.
New Website Helps Students Find Authentic Catholic Ed. at U. of Notre Dame – J. Petrisek
Christian Belief Cost Former Atlanta Fire Chief, Kelvin Cochran, His Job – Jason L. Riley
Europe and Islam After the Muslim Paris Attacks – Big Pulpit (November 16, 2015)
U.S. Christian Gps. Prioritizing Muslim Refugees over Christians – Big Pulpit (Nov. 17, 2015)
The Decline of Europe and the Rise of Belligerent Islam – Big Pulpit (November 23, 2015)
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