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Highlighted Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The Knives Are Out for the Conclave Front-runner Parolin – Damian Thompson at the Spectator

Papabili Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The Papabili List – College of Cardinals Report

Conclave Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Does the Holy Spirit “Pick the Pope”? – Peter A. Kwasniewski, Ph.D.
Galactic Stupidity on the Part of EWTN’s Conclave Coverage – Fr. Z’s Blog
The New Pope Must Purge the Church of the Lavender Mafia – Janet E. Smith, PhD., at Crisis
Cardinal Czerny’s Racists Comments on a Potential African Pope – Edward Pentin at NC Register
The New Pope Must Stop Bending the Knee to Beijing – Benedict Rogers at the Spectator
Map: Key Vatican Locations to Know About as the Conclave Begins – Catholic News Agency
What’s Happening When? A Conclave Watcher’s Guide – Luke Coppen at the Pillar
Council to Conclave: The Rise of Papal Supremacy & the Roots of the Divide – Hilary White
Parolin Signed Doc Approving Purchase of Property at Center of Scandal – Il Tempo via CC
Media Trying to Protect Parolin – Riccardo Cascioli at New Daily Compass
10 Critical Issues Facing the Next Pope – Edward Pentin

Pope Francis Analysis, Punditry, and New:
Chaos Under Francis & Importance of Upcoming Conclave – Kwasniewski, et al., at C Unscripted
Francis, Heresy, & the Danger of Schism – Matt Gaspers at 1 Peter 5

Conclave Information:
Cardinal Cody & the Second Conclave of 1978 – Don. R. McClarey, J.D., at the American Catholic
The History Behind ‘Habemus Papam’ & the White Smoke That Announces a New Pope – CWR
10 Conclave Facts That Will Blow Your Mind – Fr. David Michael Moses on YouTube
Rosary Novena for Conclave & New Pope, May 1-9 Live @ 8pm EST – Catholics For Catholics
Cardinals: Who are They? When & Why Did This Role Appear in the Church? – Rome Reports
The Origins of the Conclave – EWTN on YouTube
All News Catholic – Big Pulpit

Vatican Information:
101 Facts about Vatican City – 101Facts on YouTube
Why isn’t Vatican a Part of Italy? – Knowledgia on YouTube
The Official Vatican Website – The Holy See
Vatican City Explained – CGP Grey on YouTube
How Does the Vatican Work? (History of the Papal States) – General Knowledge on YouTube
All News Catholic – Big Pulpit

Papal Information:
How Does the New Pope Choose Their Name? – Name Explain on YouTube
Why the Pope Dresses Like That – Vox on YouTube
Every Pope Explained – Saint Peter to Francis – So Basically on YouTube
Why Does the Pope Have a Country, the Papal States? – Look Back History on YouTube
The Vatican Square Explained – Manuel Bravo on YouTube
All News Catholic – Big Pulpit

Indiscriminate Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Live – Big Pulpit
Conclave Watch: A Good Time to be Praying – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at the American Catholic
It’s Here! The 2025 Color of the Year – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist
Scratch a Leftist, Find a Racist – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at the American Catholic
Need Professional Fundraising Advice for Catholics? Click Here! – Brice Sokolowski
We Forgot What It was Like to have a Bum Pope – Donald R. McClarey, J.D.
Big Pulpit’s Editor-in-Chief, Follow on X – Robert “Tito” Edwards
Conclave Watch: Your Cardinal Match – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at the American Catholic
Betting Odds on Next Pope – Esten McLaren at Sportsbook Review

A thank you to our sponsors:
The American Society for the Defense of Tradition, Family, and Property
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Highlighted Analysis, Punditry, and News:
How the People’s Pope Shielded Sexual Predators in the Clergy – Damian Thompson
10 Critical Issues Facing the Next Pope – Edward Pentin

Papabili Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Edward Pentin’s List of 10 Papal Contenders You Should Know – Edward Pentin at NC Register
Meet the Conclave: Péter Cardinal Erdő – The Pillar
‘Papabile’: Cristóbal López Cardinal Romero – John L. Allen, Jr., at Crux
Who are the Papabili? – Matt Gaspers & Edward Pentin
Pizzaballa’s Star is Rising – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at the American Catholic
Meet the Conclave: Cardinal Fridolin Ambongo – The Pillar
Papabile: Cardinal Mario Grech, the ‘Maltese Falcon’ Full of Surprises – John L. Allen, Jr.
The Papabili List – College of Cardinals Report

Conclave Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Cardinal Zen: Reform Needed ‘Because We Are Sinners’ – The Pillar
Hungary’s Erdo Rejects Conclave Deal With Cardinal Parolin – Michael Haynes
With Days to Go, Cardinals Set to Scrutinize ‘Front-Runners’ – J.D. Flynn at the Pillar
How Pope Francis Shaped the College of Cardinals – CNA via Catholic World Report
Conclave Insider Stuff & MSM Machinations – Fr. Z’s Blog
Exorcist Diary: Can Demons Pervert the Conclave? – Msgr. Stephen J. Rossetti, D.Min., D.D., Ph.D.
Dinner Parties, Listening & Lobbying. What Goes on Behind Closed Doors. . . – Nicole Winfield
Towards the Next Pope: What To Expect from the Conclave – Gaetano Masciullo at the EC
What Outcome Should We Want From the Papal Election? – Jeffrey A. Mirus, Ph.D., at C Culture
The Media is Enabling the Election of a Pope Francis II – Gene Thomas Gomulka
Outside Influences: How Germany & China Are Trying to Impact the Conclave – NC Register
A Church at the Crossroads: Who Will Be the Next Pope? – Michael H. Brown at Spirit Daily Blog

Pope Francis Analysis, Punditry, and New:
In Appreciation of Pope Francis’s Teachings Against Pornography – Catholic World Report

Interregnum Analysis, Punditry, and News:
What’s in a Name? How Popes Pick Their Names, & Other Papal Name Oddities – The Pillar
Interregnum: Restoration of the Petrine Office – Fr. Raymond J. de Souza at the Catholic Thing
The Age-Old Importance of the Papacy – S.A. McCarthy at the American Spectator
I’m Praying That the Cardinals Provide the Church With a Truly Liberal Pope – Fr. Tm. Ferguson

Previous Conclave Editions:
Conclave Friday Edition– Big Pulpit
Conclave Thursday Edition – Big Pulpit
Conclave Wednesday Edition – Big Pulpit
Conclave Tuesday Edition – Big Pulpit
Conclave Monday Edition – Big Pulpit

Conclave Information:
Conclave Infographic – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at the American Catholic
10 Conclave Facts That Will Blow Your Mind – Fr. David Michael Moses on YouTube
Rosary Novena for Conclave & New Pope, May 1-9 Live @ 8pm EST – Catholics For Catholics
Cardinals: Who are They? When & Why Did This Role Appear in the Church? – Rome Reports
The Origins of the Conclave – EWTN on YouTube
All News Catholic – Big Pulpit

Vatican Information:
101 Facts about Vatican City – 101Facts on YouTube
Why isn’t Vatican a Part of Italy? – Knowledgia on YouTube
The Official Vatican Website – The Holy See
Vatican City Explained – CGP Grey on YouTube
How Does the Vatican Work? (History of the Papal States) – General Knowledge on YouTube
All News Catholic – Big Pulpit

Papal Information:
How Does the New Pope Choose Their Name? – Name Explain on YouTube
Why the Pope Dresses Like That – Vox on YouTube
Every Pope Explained – Saint Peter to Francis – So Basically on YouTube
Why Does the Pope Have a Country, the Papal States? – Look Back History on YouTube
The Vatican Square Explained – Manuel Bravo on YouTube
All News Catholic – Big Pulpit

Indiscriminate Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Live – Big Pulpit
Betting on Next Pope Gains Popularity Ahead of the Conclave – Maria G. Murru & S. Hui at AP
It’s Here! The 2025 Color of the Year – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist
Tagle New Betting Favorite – James Bickerton at Newsweek
Need Professional Fundraising Advice for Catholics? Click Here! – Brice Sokolowski
The Conclave Cliché That is Wrong. What History Tells Us. . . – Michael Sean Winters
Big Pulpit’s Editor-in-Chief, Follow on X – Robert “Tito” Edwards
Betting Odds on Next Pope – Esten McLaren at Sportsbook Review

A thank you to our sponsors:
The American Society for the Defense of Tradition, Family, and Property
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Curating the news is not free or easy to put together, so your prayers & donations make all the difference. Consider a recurring monthly donation of $5 or more to help us continue our mission to form & inform! – Robert “Tito” Edwards

Highlighted Analysis, Punditry, and News:
See the New Prime Time Politics Post – Prime Time Politics
See the New Western Civ Defender Post – Western Civ Defender

Top-10 Most Viewed News Stories on Big Pulpit:
1. Before & After: Immaculate Heart of Mary in Hays, Kansas – Liturgical Arts Journal
2. Effect of ‘The Good Shepherd’ on the Different Classes of the Jews – Fr. Hen. J. Coleridge, S.J.
3. The Kingdom of God is like a Henhouse – Nathan Krupa at Catholic Stand
4. How I Made It Back To The Catholic Church, a Revert’s Story – C. Thomas Cox at Catholic Link
5. The Month of May Through Artist Enid Chadwick’s Eyes – A Treasure To Be Shared
6. 10 Beautiful Patio Ideas to Inspire Your Own Backyard Oasis – A. Longobucco at Real Simple
7. Devil on My Shoulder – Carol Monaco at Catholic Stand
8. Father Virginio Carries the Amicizia’s Banner to Paris – Tradition, Family, & Property
9. Want Intimacy With God? Try Something New, How to Pray the Rosary & More – Tito Edwards
10. Spinello Aretino’s Beautiful Altar of Ss. Philip & James – New Liturgical Movement

Analysis and Punditry:
We Must Obey God Rather than Men – Kaleb Hammond at Missio Dei
What Near-Death Survivors Can Teach Us About Heaven, Hell, & More! – Robert “Tito” Edwards
Story of How the Church Looked to Eastern Iconography for Inspiration in Sacred Art – D. Clayton
Gen Z Gets Smart: More Are Embracing Dumbphones – Tradition, Family, & Property
The Meaning of Mystical Theology – David Torkington at the Imaginative Conservative
How the Absence of Prayer Brings Chaos, Power of S Michael Prayer & More – R. “Tito” Edwards
Why the Church Declared St. Ignatius Patron of Spiritual Exercises – The WM Review
How Can I Hear God Speaking to Me in Prayer, & More Great Links! – Robert “Tito” Edwards
Beautiful Things for Mother’s Day – TOH Substack
The Sunday Readings & Catholic Doctrine for May 2025 – Marty Dybicz at Catholic Stand
Distributism & Small Property in Chesterton – Francisco Bobadilla at Exaudi
A Pilgrimage to the National Shrine of Our Lady of Champion – Catholic World Report
What is a Disciple? Am I one? – Deacon Michael Bickerstaff at Integrated Catholic Life
Why Choosing Children Is Choosing God – Regis Martin at National Catholic Register

News:
Major News: Entering New Era with Tradition & Sanity & Adding Writers! – P. Kwasniewski, Ph.D.

Spiritual Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Traditional Liturgy Fills Churches, Yet Prelates Fight It – Mch Haynes at Tradition, Fam & Prop
Saint of the Day Quote: Saint Godard – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at the American Catholic
Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Live – Big Pulpit

Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
New Prime Time Politics Posts – Prime Time Politics

Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
From Ember to Fire: Catholicism Discreetly Reemerges in Europe – Tradition, Family, & Prop
See the Latest Western Civ Defender Posts – Western Civ Defender

Indiscriminate Analysis, Punditry, and News:
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

A thank you to our sponsors:
The American Society for the Defense of Tradition, Family, and Property
and
The Catholic Pipe Company

Note:
Curating the news is not free or easy to put together, so your prayers & donations make all the difference. Consider a recurring monthly donation of $5 or more to help us continue our mission to form & inform! – Robert “Tito” Edwards

Highlighted Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Big Marketers Like Mastercard, PepsiCo & Nissan are Rethinking Pride Marketing – Wall Strt Jrnl
‘Peace’ Under Pressure: Christian Armenia Faces a Strategic Trap – National Catholic Register
See the New Prime Time Politics Post – Prime Time Politics
See the New Western Civ Defender Post – Western Civ Defender

Top-10 Most Viewed News Stories on Big Pulpit:
1. Amazonian Rite Asks for Ordination of Women Deacons & Married Men – E.C. Lima at Crux
2. A Prophecy Confirmed but Unfinished – Alberto M. Fernandez
3. Stupid Lawyer Tricks – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at the American Catholic
4. How Does the Failure to Find Any Canadian Mass Graves Justify a Crime of ‘Denialism’? – CH
5. Connecticut Parishioners Sue to Prevent Diocese from Demolishing Historic Church – C Vote
6. The Protestant Rejection of the Pope – Karlo Broussard at Catholic Answers Magazine
7. Big Marketers like MasterCard, PepsiCo & Nissan are Rethinking Pride Marketing – WSJ
8. Catholic Relief Services History of Lies & Cover-Ups, Part 2 – M. Hichborn at Lepanto Institute
9. McCarrick’s Betrayal of Cardinal Zen, The Underground Church Thru Vatican-China Deal – CC
10. Gen Z Gets Smart: More Are Embracing Dumbphones – Tradition, Family, & Property

Honorable Mentioned News Stories on Big Pulpit:
Pew: Catholics Who Attend Mass Weekly More Likely to Oppose Changes to the Church – CWR
Peace of Soul & the Conclave – Kennedy Hall at Crisis Magazine
Poor Russia, Always Hated by People They Have Subjugated & Butchered – The Amrcn Catholic

Analysis and Punditry:
Teaching Children the Real Presence – Valerie Parzyck at Catholic365
How the Absence of Prayer Brings Chaos & Misery, & More – Robert “Tito” Edwards
What Near-Death Survivors Can Teach Us About Heaven, Hell, & More! – Robert “Tito” Edwards
How Can I Hear God Speaking to Me in Prayer, & More Great Links! – Robert “Tito” Edwards
The Sunday Readings & Catholic Doctrine for May 2025 – Marty Dybicz at Catholic Stand
Traditional Liturgy Fills Churches, Yet Prelates Fight It – Mch Haynes at Tradition, Fam & Prop

Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Reading Scores Plummet In Rich Blue States & Rise In Poor Red States – Helen Raleigh at Fdrlst
SCOTUS Should Mandate Support for Religious Education – Michael J. Petrilli at Flypaper Blog
Classical Catholic Education or Bust – Raymond Dansereau at Crisis Magazine

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

Cultural & Philosophical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
From Ember to Fire: Catholicism Discreetly Reemerges in Europe – Tradition, Family, & Prop

Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
New Prime Time Politics Posts – Prime Time Politics

Anglosphere Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Political Earthquake: Reform UK Topples Tory Strongholds – TEC News
“Historic Day”: Reform Storms to Victory in Labour Heartland – Michael Curzon at the EC

International Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
U.S. Steps Back from Ukraine-Russia Peace Talks – TEC News

Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Less than Half of Europeans Ready to Fight for Their Countries – Nick Hallett the European. . .
See the Latest Western Civ Defender Posts – Western Civ Defender

Indiscriminate Analysis, Punditry, and News:
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

A thank you to our sponsors:
The American Society for the Defense of Tradition, Family, and Property
and
The Catholic Pipe Company

Note:
Curating the news is not free or easy to put together, so your prayers & donations make all the difference. Consider a recurring monthly donation of $5 or more to help us continue our mission to form & inform! – Robert “Tito” Edwards

Highlighted Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Front-Runner Cardinal Parolin Suffers Sudden Illness – Catholics For Catholics

Top-10 Most Viewed Conclave Stories on Big Pulpit:
1. Front-Runner Cardinal Parolin Suffers Sudden Illness – Catholics For Catholics
2. Conclave Watch: Parolin, Up Fast, Down Fast – Don. R. McClarey, J.D., at the American Catholic
3. Conservative Cardinals Attack Pope Francis’ Legacy in U.S. & Italian Media – Camillo Barone
4. Could Patriarch Sviatoslav Be the Next Pope? – Matt Fradd at Pints With Aquinas on YouTube
5. China’s Puzzling Influence on the Conclave – Philip E. Lawler, Ph.D., at Catholic Culture
6. The World Over at the Conclave – Robert Royal, R. Arroyo, Cardinal Müller, Fr. G. Murray, et al.
7. Meet the Conclave: Cardinal Francis Cardinal Prevost of Chicago – The Pillar
8. Cardinal Mooney & the Conclave of 1958 – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at the American Catholic
9. Cardinals Debating 20th Century Problems in a 21st Century World – Charles Collins at Crux
10. Why the ‘Liberal vs. Conservative’ Lens Blurs the Church’s Reality – Larry Chapp, Ph.D.

Honorable Mentioned Conclave Stories on Big Pulpit:
Cardinal Mundelein & the Conclave of 1939 – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at the American Catholic
Papabile of the Day: Anders Cardinal Arborelius of Sweden – John L. Allen, Jr., via Cth Herald
The Papabili List – College of Cardinals Report

Conclave Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Why I Want the Next Pope to be Wrapped in Mary’s Mantle – National Catholic Register
Why I Want the Next Pope to Call the Church Back to Its Mission – National Catholic Register
Challenges Facing the Conclave – Christopher R. Altieri at Catholic World Report
Cardinal Arborelius: Evangelization ‘All-Encompassing’ Priority for Next Pope – The Pillar
Why I Want the Next Pope to Address the Moral Collapse of Our Digital Age – N Catholic Register
Could Next Pope be African? NY Times Highlights Continent’s Rising Catholic Influence – C Vote
The Next Pope Needs a Better China Policy – Nina Shea at First Things

Interregnum Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Vatican Installs Chimney on Roof of Sistine Chapel for Papal Election – Nicole Winfield

Previous Conclave Editions:
Conclave Thursday Edition – Big Pulpit
Conclave Wednesday Edition – Big Pulpit
Conclave Tuesday Edition – Big Pulpit
Conclave Monday Edition – Big Pulpit

Conclave Information:
10 Conclave Facts That Will Blow Your Mind – Fr. David Michael Moses on YouTube
What Time Will We See Black Or White Smoke? Past Elections Give Clues – USA Today
Short History of (Crazy) Conclaves & Sede Vacantes – The Meaning Of Catholic
Call for All-Night Adoration, May 4-5, for Election of a Holy Pope – Peter A. Kwasniewski, Ph.D.
Meet the 10 US Cardinals Preparing to Elect the Next Pope – National Catholic Register
Cardinals: Who are They? When & Why Did This Role Appear in the Church? – Rome Reports
2025 Conclave to Be Largest in Catholic Church’s History – C. Mares at Catholic News Agency
Rosary Novena for Conclave & New Pope, May 1-9 Live @ 8pm EST – Catholics For Catholics
The Origins of the Conclave – EWTN on YouTube
All News Catholic – Big Pulpit

Vatican Information:
101 Facts about Vatican City – 101Facts on YouTube
Why isn’t Vatican a Part of Italy? – Knowledgia on YouTube
The Official Vatican Website – The Holy See
Vatican City Explained – CGP Grey on YouTube
All News Catholic – Big Pulpit

Papal Information:
How Does the New Pope Choose Their Name? – Name Explain on YouTube
Why the Pope Dresses Like That – Vox on YouTube
Every Pope Explained – Saint Peter to Francis – So Basically on YouTube
The Vatican Square Explained – Manuel Bravo on YouTube
Why Does the Pope Have a Country, the Papal States? – Look Back History on YouTube
All News Catholic – Big Pulpit

Indiscriminate Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Live – Big Pulpit
Betting Odds on Next Pope – Esten McLaren at Sportsbook Review
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

A thank you to our sponsors:
The American Society for the Defense of Tradition, Family, and Property
and
The Catholic Pipe Company

Note:
Curating the news is not free or easy to put together, so your prayers & donations make all the difference. Consider a recurring monthly donation of $5 or more to help us continue our mission to form & inform! – Robert “Tito” Edwards

Highlighted Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Encomium Anglicanæ . . . the Heavenly Anglican Ordinariate Mass – William Arias at Crisis
Conclave Thursday Edition – Big Pulpit

Top-10 Most Viewed News Stories on Big Pulpit:
1. Marian Image In Rock Baffles Scientists – Fight For Mary via Spirit Daily Blog
2. Gen Z Gets Smart: More Are Embracing Dumbphones – Tradition, Family, & Property
3. Encomium Anglicanæ . . . the Heavenly Anglican Ordinariate Mass – William Arias at Crisis
4. Did Satan Enter Judas Because of the Eucharist? – Nate Guyear at Catholic Stand
5. Supreme Court’s Heated Exchange in Charter School Case – M. Groppe, et al., at USA Today
6. Traditional Liturgy Fills Churches, Yet Prelates Fight It – Mch Haynes at Tradition, Fam & Prop
7. Celebrating a Catholic Renaissance in France – Anne Hendershott at Crisis Magazine
8. The Only Easy Day was Yesterday – Christina M. Sorrentino at Ignitum Today
9. Second Miracle Attributed to Fr. Solanus Casey – D.R. McClarey, J.D., at the American Catholic
10. At a Naples Church, There’s Secret Fresco Hidden Behind 16th-Century Painting – Eva Baron

Honorable Mentioned News Stories on Big Pulpit:
Long Live Free Alberta – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at the American Catholic
Cardinal Dolan, Bishop Barron to Serve on Trump’s New Religious Liberty Cms – NC Register
Public Schools & the Moral Neutrality Myth – Robert P. George, Ph.D., at First Things

Analysis and Punditry:
A Medieval Hymn for Eastertide – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Movement
The Altar of Multiculturalism – Charlie Bentley-Astor at the European Conservative
From Ember to Fire: Catholicism Discreetly Reemerges in Europe – Tradition, Family, & Prop
Groundbreaking Archive in Ohio Aims to Preserve the History of U.S. Women Religious – CWR
Why Conservatives Must Support Classical (Liberal) Education – John Howting at the IC
Fatherhood & St. Joseph – Stephen P. White at the Catholic Thing

News:
World’s Oldest Person, Nun Inah Canabarro Lucas, Dies at 116 – National Catholic Register
U.S. Study: No Clear Benefits, Serious Risk to Gender-Altering Treatment for Children – CWN
China Names Two New Bishops—without Papal Approval – Catholic World News

Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Newman Guide Colleges Lead the Way at Commencement – Cardinal Newman Society
The Battle for America’s Soul ~God Pushed Out of Schools & Public Life – Catholic365
Court Poised to Require Religious Charter School Funding – Nina Totenberg at NPR

Spiritual Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Good Works on Twitter (Now X) – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at the American Catholic
Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Live – Big Pulpit

Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
One in Ten Women Suffer Adverse Effects from Abortion Drug – Matthew Archbold at CMR

International Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
US Ambassador-Designate to Vatican Clears Senate Foreign Relations Committee – NC Register

Indiscriminate Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Remembrance of Times Past – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at the American Catholic
Trauma Causes Gender Transitions – Lila Rose
Ancient Mesopotamian Civilisation’s Weirdest Job? Meet the Veterinary Exorcist – History Extra
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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The American Society for the Defense of Tradition, Family, and Property
and
The Catholic Pipe Company

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Highlighted Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Is Cardinal Sarah the Man to Save the Church as Next Pope? – Gavin Ashenden at Catholic Herald
Bishop Strickland Calls Upon Cardinal Farrell to Resign as Camerlengo – Complicit Clergy
Read Late Last Nights Conclave Wednesday Edition – Big Pulpit
Thursday Early Morning Edition – Big Pulpit

Top-10 Most Viewed Conclave Stories on Big Pulpit:
1. With Respect, I Think Archbishop Viganò is Wrong – Fr. Z’s Blog
2. Bishop Strickland Calls Upon Cardinal Farrell to Resign as Camerlengo – Complicit Clergy
3. Cardinal Pell’s Secret Letter to Cardinals Circulating at Pre-Conclave Talks – Fr. A.J. McDonald
4. Is Cardinal Sarah the Man to Save the Church as Next Pope? – Gavin Ashenden at Cthlc Herald
5. The Who’s Who of Bad Options in the Conclave – Serre Verweij at Rorate Cæli
6. ‘Uproar’ Over Lettering on Francis’s Tomb – Cerith Gardiner at Aleteia
7. Gavin Ashenden Distills the Last 12 Years, or So, Poignantly & Pointedly – Fr. Z’s Blog
8. A Pornocracy Conclave: Let’s Prepare for the Worst & Hope for the Best – The Meaning Of. . .
9. Conclave Watch: Parolin – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at the American Catholic
10. Francis, the Pope Who Alienated Good Catholics – Simon Caldwell at TCW

Honorable Mentioned Conclave Stories on Big Pulpit:
Who Will Sit on St. Peter’s Throne? Calls for a Conservative Pontiff Get Louder – TEC News
Exclusive: Strickland Warns of Divide – Giulia Carbonaro at Newsweek
Is Francis the Last Pope? No, Because Malachy ‘Prophecy’ is a Fraud – Deacon Tho. L. McDonald

Papabili Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The Church & the World Needs an African Pope. . .Sarah – Kevin Clark at Not That You Asked. . .
Meet the Conclave: Pierbattista Cardinal Pizzaballa – The Pillar
‘Papabile’ of the Day: Robert Francis Cardinal Prevost – John L. Allen, Jr., at Crux
Parolin May Not be China’s Preferred Conclave Candidate – Ed. Condon at the Pillar
The Papabili List – College of Cardinals Report

Conclave Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The Youngest Cardinal in the Conclave – Rome Reports
Could This be the Longest Conclave in Modern History? – Peter Day-Milne at Catholic Herald
Cardinals Confirm: More Than 120 Electors Will Take Part in Conclave – Catholic World News
Viganò Interview: The Church, the Papacy, the Conclave – F. Borgonovo via Complicit Clergy

Pope Francis Analysis, Punditry, and New:
Bishop Stowe Says Pope Francis Inspired Him to Listen to LGBTQ+ Catholics – Complicit Clergy
Francis Failed to Fix the Vatican’s Finances – Silvia Sciorilli Borrelli & H. Agnew at Financial Times

Interregnum Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Francis Died Too Fast & the College of Cardinals are Adrift – Jaime Gurpegui at IV via Rorate Cæli
‘Coincidences’ & ‘Signs’, with Death of Francis – Michael H. Brown on YouTube
Rome’s Ecclesiastical Tailors Compete to Dress the Next Pope – Catholic Herald
Taking Responsibility for 1.4 Billion Souls: The Spectacle Gripping the World – Catholic Herald

Previous Conclave Editions:
Conclave Thursday Edition – Big Pulpit
Conclave Wednesday Edition – Big Pulpit
Conclave Tuesday Edition – Big Pulpit
Conclave Monday Edition – Big Pulpit

Conclave Information:
10 Conclave Facts That Will Blow Your Mind – Fr. David Michael Moses on YouTube
Rosary Novena for Conclave & New Pope, May 1-9 Live @ 8pm EST – Catholics For Catholics
Cardinals: Who are They? When & Why Did This Role Appear in the Church? – Rome Reports
The Origins of the Conclave – EWTN on YouTube
All News Catholic – Big Pulpit

Vatican Information:
101 Facts about Vatican City – 101Facts on YouTube
Why isn’t Vatican a Part of Italy? – Knowledgia on YouTube
The Official Vatican Website – The Holy See
Vatican City Explained – CGP Grey on YouTube
How Does the Vatican Work? (History of the Papal States) – General Knowledge on YouTube
All News Catholic – Big Pulpit

Papal Information:
How Does the New Pope Choose Their Name? – Name Explain on YouTube
Why the Pope Dresses Like That – Vox on YouTube
Every Pope Explained – Saint Peter to Francis – So Basically on YouTube
Why Does the Pope Have a Country, the Papal States? – Look Back History on YouTube
The Vatican Square Explained – Manuel Bravo on YouTube
All News Catholic – Big Pulpit

Indiscriminate Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Live – Big Pulpit
Five Francis Customs That Could Change Under a New Pope – Elise Ann Allen at Crux via Angelus
Rex Mottram on Papal Infallibility – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at the American Catholic
Betting Odds on Next Pope – Esten McLaren at Sportsbook Review
Viganò’s Approach to the Conclave – Fr. David J. Nix at Pilgrim Priest
Review of the Film “Conclave” – James Bogle at 1 Peter 5
It’s Here! The 2025 Color of the Year – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist
Statistics & Data on Current Cardinals (Italian) – The Vatican Dashboard
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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Highlighted Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Traditional Liturgy Fills Churches, Yet Prelates Fight It – Mch Haynes at Tradition, Fam & Prop
From Ember to Fire: Catholicism Discreetly Reemerges in Europe – Tradition, Family, & Property
Read Late Last Nights Conclave Wednesday Edition – Big Pulpit

Top-10 Most Viewed News Stories on Big Pulpit:
1. One of the Worst Examples of Ecclesi Speak – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at the Amrcn Catholic
2. ‘The Hell There Is’: Msgr. Pope Tells It Like It Is – A. Greeley at National Catholic Register
3. Mary’s Chapel: An Award-Winning Private Chapel in the United States – Liturgical Arts Journal
4. The Spirit of Vatican II Revolution Is Dying – John Daniel Davidson at the Federalist
5. Canada Is Cooked – Joseph Shagoury at the American Postliberal
6. Traditional Liturgy Fills Churches, Yet Prelates Fight It – Mch Haynes at Tradition, Fam & Prop
7. Why JD Vance’s UK Remarks Hit a Nerve & Found an Ally in Scotland – K. Turley at NC Register
8. Those that Defend Blindly the Pope are Those that Undermine the Papacy – Ed Feser via TAC
9. From Ember to Fire: Catholicism Discreetly Reemerges in Europe – Tradition, Family, & Prop
10. Alberta Makes Separation Possible, One Day After Liberal Win – Sheila G. Reid at Rebel News

Honorable Mentioned News Stories on Big Pulpit:
Hindu Burned Christian Family Alive Receives Hero’s Welcome After Prison – Catholic Vote
We Can Hope: The End of Protecting Rupnik? – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at the American Catholic
New Study Reveals Key Tech Trends Shaping The US Church – Clemente Listi at Religion Unpl

Analysis and Punditry:
Chinese Diocese ‘Elects’ New Bishop Despite Sede Vacante – The Pillar
How Can I Hear God Speaking to Me in Prayer, & More Great Links! – Robert “Tito” Edwards
Classical vs. Modern “Progressive” Education – University of Dallas
What Near-Death Survivors Can Teach Us About Heaven, Hell, & More! – Robert “Tito” Edwards
I Studied Catholicism for a Month. . . Will I Convert? – Redeemed Zoomer on YouTube

Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
SCOTUS Hears Landmark Case on Catholic Charter School in Oklahoma – A. M. Picciotti-Bayer

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

Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Minerals Pact: U.S. & Ukraine To Ink Historic Deal in D.C. – Zolta Győri at the European. . .

Anglosphere Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
UK’s NHS Takes the Knee to Islam – TEC News
Canada’s “Lost Liberal Decade” Just Got Longer – Jonathan Van Maren at the European. . .

Et Cætera. . . Popular Cultural Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Staff, Students, & Alumni Oppose Marquette University’s Scandalous Pride Month – TFP

Indiscriminate Analysis, Punditry, and News:
To Jesus Christ Our Sovereign King – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at the American Catholic
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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Highlighted Analysis, Punditry, and News:
George Weigel: State of the Church & the Next Pope – Mk Brumley/Ignatius Press on YouTube
Need Professional Fundraising Advice for Catholics? Click Here! – Brice Sokolowski
Big Pulpit’s Editor-in-Chief, Follow on X – Robert “Tito” Edwards

Top-10 Most Viewed Conclave Related News Stories on Big Pulpit:
1. Dr. Janet Smith, the Lavender Mafia & the Conclave – Gus Lloyd via Complicit Clergy
2. Cardinal Zen: Cardinal Parolin Knows He is Lying. . . – Deacon Nick Donnelly on X
3. Francis’ Old Guard in Vatican Freaking Out Over Direction of Discussions. . . – Fr. A. McDonald
4. Fishwrap Calls Parolin’s Audition for Pope a Flop! You Read That Correctly! – Fr. A.J. McDonald
5. Francis Demise Brought Knives Out for Truth from High Places, Mute Until Now – Fr McDonald
6. Fr. Charles Murr Thinks Conclave Cliques Will Pick the Next Pope – Joe McClane at A Cth Take
7. Cardinal Burke: “Given the Gravity of the Situation” – Rorate Cæli
8. Peter Cardinal Erdo of Budapest, Hungary, Our Next Possible Pope Peter! – Fr. A.J. McDonald
9. Would Peter Cardinal Erdo Make a Good Pope? – Catholics Aren’t Zombies!
10. George Weigel: State of the Church & the Next Pope – M Brumley/Ignatius Press on YouTube

Honorable Mentioned Conclave Related News Stories on Big Pulpit:
Did Cardinal Becciu Cut a Deal? – Philip E. Lawler, Ph.D., at Catholic Culture
Cardinal Müller Says Next Pope Must Stand Up to ‘Gay Lobby’ – Catholic Herald
Stories of Intrigue & Secret Plots Gather Pace as Conclave Approaches – Ch. Collins via C Herald

Papabili Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Papabile: Cardinal ‘Chito’ Tagle Has Charisma but Overall Ability Questioned – John L. Allen, Jr.
The Papabili List – College of Cardinals Report

Conclave Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Cardinal Woelki Expects Longer Papal Conclave Than Swift Election of Pope Francis – CWR
Kasper the Unfriendly Cardinal Always Deals in Mendacity – Don McClarey at the Amrcn Catholic
Hope: Cardinals Discuss Financial Probs, Church Division/Polarization by Francis – Fr. McDonald
2 Cardinal Electors, From Spain & Kenya, Will Not Attend Upcoming Conclave – C World Report
Cipriani Controversy Tests Cardinals’ Resolve on Clerical Abuse Ahead of Conclave – Cth Herald
Meet the Influential Cardinals Voting in the Conclave – Get Fed
Renewal & Restoration in the Church: An Open Letter to the Cardinals – Rorate Cæli
Are We Turning the Conclave into a Pope Draft? – Joe McClane at A Catholic Take
These are the Cardinals from the U.S. & Canada Participating in the Conclave – C News Agency
The Hidden Politics of the Papal Election – Jesse Romero, et al., at Full Sheen Ahead on YouTube
Conclave Countdown: Qualities to Look for in the Next Pope – Edward Pentin at NC Register
Conclave Watch: The College of Cardinals Report – Edward Pentin via the American Catholic
Rosary Novena for Conclave & New Pope May 1-9 Live @8pm EST – Catholics For Catholics

Pope Francis Analysis, Punditry, and New:
It Certainly Isn’t Catholicism as Traditionally Understood – Don McClarey at the Amrcn Catholic
Santo? Not So Subito! – John M. Grondelski, Ph.D., at Crisis Magazine
On the Death of Pope Francis & the Dignity We Owe Every Human Life – Scott Ventureya at Crisis

Interregnum Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Coincidences – Michael H. Brown at Spirit Daily Blog
Is Cardinal Parolin the Next Cardinal Dean? – Ed. Condon at the Pillar
If I Were Made Pope, What Would I Do? – Brian Holdsworth on YouTube

Conclave Information:
10 Conclave Facts That Will Blow Your Mind – Fr. David Michael Moses on YouTube
Cardinals: Who Are They? When & Why Did This Role Appear in the Church? – Rome Reports
The Origins of the Conclave – EWTN on YouTube
All News Catholic – Big Pulpit

Vatican Information:
101 Facts About The Vatican City – 101Facts on YouTube
Why isn’t Vatican a Part of Italy? – Knowledgia on YouTube
How Does the Vatican Work? (History of the Papal States) – General Knowledge on YouTube
Vatican City Explained – CGP Grey on YouTube
The Official Vatican Website – The Holy See
All News Catholic – Big Pulpit

Papal Information:
Why the Pope Dresses Like That – Vox on YouTube
How Does The Pope Choose Their Name? – Name Explain on YouTube
Every Pope Explained – Saint Peter to Francis – So Basically on YouTube
The Vatican Square Explained – Manuel Bravo on YouTube
Why Does the Pope Have a Country, the Papal States? – Look Back History on YouTube
All News Catholic – Big Pulpit

Indiscriminate Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Live – Big Pulpit
Betting Odds on Next Pope – Esten McLaren at Sportsbook Review
Cardinal O’Connell & the Conclave of 1922 – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at the American Catholic
It’s Here! The 2025 Color of the Year – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist
Why a Violation of UDG 81 Does Not Nullify the 2013 Conclave – S. O’Reilly at Roma Locuta Est
Statistics & Data on Current Cardinals (Italian) – The Vatican Dashboard

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Highlighted Analysis, Punditry, and News:
How America Betrayed Middle Eastern Christians – Onsi A. Kamel at Mere Orthodoxy
Conclave Wednesday Edition – Big Pulpit
Conclave Tuesday Edition – Big Pulpit
Conclave Monday Edition – Big Pulpit

Top-10 Most Viewed News Stories on Big Pulpit:
1. We Have To Be Truthful About This Mess – Rod Dreher
2. Open Letter to Archbishop B. Forte Who Attacked Communion on Tongue – Fr. P.J. Stravinskas
3. The Unfolding Evil of the Left – David Griffey at Daffey Thoughts
4. One Cannot Hate the Mainstream Media Enough – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at the Am Catholic
5. Blindsided: When Catholic Parents Get Ousted – Dorothy Osanna at Catholic Stand
6. What Near-Death Survivors Can Teach Us About Heaven, Hell, & More! – Robert “Tito” Edwards
7. Young Men, Against All Odds, are Awakening to the Sacred – Jack Rigert at Crisis Magazine
8. Irish Bishop Comiskey, Who Resigned in 2002, Dead at 89 – Catholic World News
9. Exploring An Unseen Space of the Sistine Chapel: The Cantoria – Liturgical Arts Journal
10. Benedict & Francis: A Tale of Two Fathers – Samuel A. McCarthy at Crisis Magazine

Analysis and Punditry:
What is Philosophy? Not Sophisticated Talk, Nor Chats about “Concepts” – Rob. L. Kmita, Ph.D.
Cardinal Newman Society: The State of Catholic Education in the U.S. – Catholic Vote
Trump is Wrong on IVF, Support Restorative Fertility Instead – Rb. G. Marshall at Catholic Culture

News:
New Institute for Liturgical Formation Begins This Summer – Jeffrey A. Mirus, Ph.D., at C Culture

Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Oklahoma’s Catholic Charter School Battle Heads to the Supreme Court – A.M. Picciotti-Bayer

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

Anglosphere Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Canada Elects Liberal Party Prime Minister; Life Issues Fall by Wayside – Ntnl Catholic Register

Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Staff, Students, & Alumni Oppose Marquette University’s Scandalous Pride Month – TFP

Indiscriminate Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Why This Leftist “Catholic” Group is Dying – John Horvat, II, at Tradition, Family, & Property
It’s Here! The 2025 Color of the Year – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist
Fr. Lanteri Finds an Eager & Capable Collaborator to Help Build Amicizia in Turin – TFP
One Year, 12x Growth: Building a Stronger WM Review for the Fight Ahead – The WM Review
Follow Big Pulpit & the Editor-in-Chief on X – Robert “Tito” Edwards
For All Your Fundraising Needs! – CatholicFundraiser.net

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Top-10 Most Viewed Conclave News Stories on Big Pulpit:
1. French President Trying To Block Cardinal Sarah’s Path to Papacy? – Complicit Clergy
2. Conclave Watch: Francis Faction Nervous? – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at the American Catholic
3. I Do Not Think That Word Means What You Think It Means – Matthew Archbold at CMR
4. Jean-Marc Cardinal Aveline Emerges as a Unifier With a Global Vision – John L. Allen, Jr.
5. ‘The Courage to Be Candid’ – Chaput on What’s Next – The Pillar
6. Great Catholic Theologian Calls for Investigation of Francis’ Heresies – Complicit Clergy
7. Conclave Showdown: Backwardists vs. Bergolians – Fr. Allan J. McDonald at Southern Orders
8. Could One of These Men Become the Next Pope? – Junno A. Esteves at Our Sunday Visitor
9. The Price of Humility: Destruction of Doorway from 17th Cent. in St. Mary Major – Rorate Cæli
10. Meet the 5 Youngest Cardinals Taking Part in the Conclave – Catholic World Report

Honorable Mentioned Conclave News Stories on Big Pulpit:
Controversy Erupts as Sanctioned Cardinal Attends Pre-Conclave Meetings – Catholic Herald
The Papabili List – College of Cardinals Report
Did China ‘Slap’ Francis in His Coffin? – UCA News

Papabili Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Meet the Conclave: Matteo Cardinal Zuppi – The Pillar

Conclave Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Meet the 5 Oldest Cardinals Taking Part in the 2025 Conclave – Catholic World Report
‘Discern & Order’: Cardinal Calls for Continuation of Pope Francis’ Reform Path – C World Report
Non-Stop Conclave Speculation – William Cash at Catholic Herald
Cardinal Parolin: Catholics ‘Must Welcome’ the ‘Legacy’ of Pope Francis – Complicit Clergy
How Many Electors are Registered to Vote in the Conclave? Who isn’t Attending? – Catholic Vote
Cardinals Discuss Evangelization, Interfaith Relations, Abuse; Assistants Chosen – CWN
Conclave: A Visual Guide to the Secretive Process of Choosing a New Pope – CNN
Cardinals Discuss Church’s Future Challenges as Sistine Chapel Preparations Begin – Register
Report: Cardinal Becciu Won’t Participate in Conclave – Edward Pentin at Ntnl Catholic Register
Conclave Has Most Cardinals, Widest Geographical Mix in History – CNS via Angelus News
CNA Explains: What is a Conclave & How Does It Work? – J. McKeown at Catholic News Agency

Pope Francis Analysis, Punditry, and New:
The Last Modern Pope – Dan Hitchens at Catholic Herald
Is Pope Francis a Saint Already? – Joe McClane at A Catholic Take
The Complex Picture of the Church & Pope Francis – Les Femmes
The Unity of the Church at Pope Francis’ Funeral – Fr. Patrick Mary Briscoe, O.P., at OSV
10 Fascinating Videos from the Papacy & the Death of Pope Francis – ChurchPOP
Pope Francis: Aspects of a Papacy – Stuart Chessman at the Society Of St. Hugh Of Cluny

Interregnum Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Mercy, Mercy, Mercy – Robert Royal, Ph.D., at the Catholic Thing
Cardinal Farley & the Conclave of 1914 – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at the American Catholic
Vatican City Issues Sede Vacante Postage Stamps – Vatican City State
Rome National Sport Isn’t Soccer; It’s Betting on the Next Pope – Ines San Martin at OSV News
May it be a Minimal Papacy: For a Pontificate of the Essential, with No More. . . – Rorate Cæli
Appeal for a Worldwide Crusade of Prayers for the Upcoming Conclave – Bishop Ath. Schneider
Lessons for a New Pope from the Greatest Popes – Dawn Beutner at Catholic World Report
Cardinal Burke Launches Novena for Universal Church as Conclave Approaches – Ed Pentin
Full Text: Homily of Cardinal Reina on Third Day of Novendiales – Catholic News Agency

Conclave Websites:
The Papabili List – College of Cardinals Report
Betting Odds on Next Pope – Esten McLaren at Sportsbook Review
The Official Vatican Website – The Holy See
Statistics & Data on Current Cardinals (Italian) – The Vatican Dashboard
All News Catholic – Big Pulpit

Indiscriminate Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Live – Big Pulpit
It’s Here! The 2025 Color of the Year – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist
For All Your Fundraising Needs! – CatholicFundraiser.net
Follow Big Pulpit & the Editor-in-Chief on X – Robert “Tito” Edwards

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Highlighted Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Bloody April for Christians in Nigeria with Death Toll Surpassing 240 – Religion Unplugged
Conclave Tuesday Edition – Big Pulpit
Conclave Monday Edition – Big Pulpit

Top-10 Most Viewed News Stories on Big Pulpit:
1. Top Ten Religious Novels – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at the American Catholic
2. The Church Takes a Wrong Turn at the Fork – Fr. Pius Noonan at Oriens Journal
3. Misunderstanding the Gospel – Jimmy Akin at Catholic Answers Magazine
4. Pray For Jessica – Sachin Jose via the American Catholic
5. Authoritarians Always Find an Excuse to Do What They Want to Do – Donald R. McClarey, J.D.
6. The Loss of Christian Observance Has Left Men Adrift​ from One Another – Niall Gooch
7. The Bureaucracies of the Global Church – Fr. Jerry Pokorsky at Catholic Culture
8. How Much Was Minimum Wage When You Started? – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at TACatholic
9. Home, Sweet Home – Brother Bertrand Hebert at the Imaginative Conservative
10. The Education Trend That Could Save America: Classical Education – Kamden Mulder

Analysis and Punditry:
The Loss of Wonder Leads to Secularism – John Waters at First Things
Did the Enlightenment Really Happen? – Kevin Schmiesing at Law & Liberty
The Ethics of Wealth & Poverty – Edward C. Feser, Ph.D., at Postliberal Order
How Sports Betting Apps Hook You & Destroy Lives – Aaron M. Renn & Saagar Enjeti
Rebuilding the Walls of Cult, Culture, & Cultivation – Mark Cornelius at Rebuilding The Walls

Spiritual Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The First Product of Self-Knowledge is Humility – Flannery O’Connor via the American Catholic
Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Live – Big Pulpit

Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Staff, Students, & Alumni Oppose Marquette University’s Scandalous Pride Month – TFP

Et Cætera. . . Popular Cultural Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Why This Leftist “Catholic” Group is Dying – John Horvat, II, at Tradition, Family, & Property
Fr. Lanteri Finds an Eager & Capable Collaborator to Help Build Amicizia in Turin – TFP

Indiscriminate Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Follow Big Pulpit & the Editor-in-Chief on X – Robert “Tito” Edwards
It’s Here! The 2025 Color of the Year – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist
For All Your Fundraising Needs! – CatholicFundraiser.net

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