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VVEDNESDAY MID-DAY EDITION

Note: Donate to our apostolate to help keep the lights on. – Robert “Tito” Edwards

Highlighted News, Punditry, and Analysis:
Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Live – Big Pulpit
A Sad Christmas & New Year for Christians in Burma: The Army Attacks Again – Bitter Winter
Parishes in Pacific Palisades, Altadena Evacuated as Wind-Driven Fires Rage – Angelus News

Top-10 Most Viewed News Stories on Big Pulpit:
1. Cardinal McElroy & the God of Surprises – Robert Royal, Ph.D., at The Catholic Thing
2. Rosary Secrets, Incredible New Findings on St. Teresa of Avila’s Relics & More Links – Rgstr
3. We are Witnessing a Cultural Shift – Bill Donohue at The American Spectator
4. Chicago’s Cardinal Cupich Expeditiously Handling Bogus Abuse Claims Against Priests – TMR
5. Scottish Jubilee Cross Draws Criticism as LGBT Similarities Unavoidable – Michael Haynes
6. Rey, McElroy, Brambilla: The Pope’s Fireworks for 2025 – Nico Spuntoni at New Daily Compass
7. The Best World War II Movie You’ve Never Seen – Casey Chalk at The Federalist
8. In Facing ‘Populist’ Tide, Pope Risks Exposing Church Skeletons – Charles Collins at Crux
9. Casual Sex & Other Pathways to Diabolical Possession, & More Great Links! – NC Register
10. Sohrab Ahmari Can’t Disguise His Disgust with the Gay Glasgow Jubilee Cross – Soh. Ahmari

Punditry and Analysis:
The Debasement of ToleranceJ. Daryl Charles, Ph.D., at First Things
Meaning of ‘Inn’ in Bethlehem, Journey f/‘Spiritual but Not Religious’ to Catholic & More – Rgstr
On the Obsessive Grievances & Perpetual Rupturing of Church Liberal “Reformers” – Chapp PhD
Russia ‘Restraining’ the Antichrist? – Ian M. Giatti at The Christian Post
Stephen Cottrell Now C of E’s Temporary Leader After Justin Welby’s Final Day – Catholic Herald
Hong Kong’s Imprisoned Jimmy Lai & ‘Choosing a Life of Freedom’ – B. Moy at Juicy Ecumenism
Understanding the Vatican’s Novel Leadership Structure of a Pro-Prefect & a Nun – C World Rprt
Poll Finds Most Parents, Including Catholics, Oppose Transgender Ideology In Schools – Rgstr

Christmastide:
See: New Mystic Update Posts – Mystic Update

Education News, Punditry, and Analysis:
High School & Adult CREDO Catechism Classes – 1 Peter 5

The Catastrophic Appointment of Cardinal McElroy to Washington, D.C.:
Pope Francis Picks ‘Heretical’ Anti-Trump Cardinal as Archbishop of Washington – J Gomes PhD

Political News, Punditry, and Analysis:
New January 8 Edition on Prime Time Politics – Prime Time Politics

Cultural & Philosophical News, Punditry, and Analysis:
Myself, Me, & I: The Annoying Rise of Reflexive Pronouns – Sebastian Morello at The E.C.
How the Lack of a Default Religion Shaped American Culture – Virginia Postrel at VN

Et Cetera. . . Pop Cultural News, Punditry, and Analysis:
10 Wardrobe Resolutions for the New Year – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist
TikTok Priest Makes Connections with Students Thru Videos, Taylor Swift Class – WCVB 5 ABC

Indiscriminate News, Punditry, and Analysis:
PopeWatch: Reassuring – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Why Are Bible Sales Booming in Our Secular Society – E. Benson at Tradition, Family, & Property
John Traynor’s Miraculous Cure in Lourdes Finally Confirmed – Tradition, Family, & Property
Inspiring Courage: Saint John Neumann’s Stand Against Anti-Catholic Persecution – TFP
Follow the Editor-in-Chief of Big Pulpit on X – Robert “Tito” Edwards
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Little Vatican Fundraising Update

Salve friends, Catholics, my fellow brothers and sisters in Christ,

We took a short hiatus to enjoy the last week of Advent and the Octave of Christmas before restarting our fundraising drive.

Just a quick reminder, Little Vatican is the business apostolate that operates Big Pulpit, Catholic Stand, The American Catholic, Ignitum Today, and FOEDVS.

Currently, we need $1,558 recurring monthly donations in order to operate without stress. That comes out to $18,696 for 12 calendar months. So whichever target we reach first (I’ll adjust the numbers accordingly as we are reaching our goal), that would help Little Vatican from cutting any further expenses.

To briefly review why Little Vatican is requesting these funds, it’s because I normally am working with two or three contracts that help supplement the expenses of operating all the websites, i.e., Little Vatican.

All but one of those contracts have ended and I am going to be launching a Catholic non-profit to support Catholic schools on Kauai, my home island where I grew up. This non-profit is what I have been vaguely referencing to in previous funding requests for Little Vatican towards the end of 2024. It will require most of my time to operate, that is why my contracts are winding down.

I’ll unveil more details soon, but I need to reach the goal of $1,558 recurring donations, or $18,696 for 12 calendar months, in order to put all my efforts into this new endeavor.

And finally speaking of expenses, the sooner we reach this goal, the less expenses I will cut back on. Sadly, I have had to interrupt our analytics (Jetpack), CMS builder (Elementor), aggregator (WP RSS Aggregator), and many other applications due to lack of funds.

The next expense on the chopping block will be BeeHiiv, which runs the email newsletter service. Catholic Stand readers are not receiving their newsletters because I am still learning how to set up the automation for the posts. By the time I figure it out, I may have to suspend BeeHiiv (we switched from MailChimp to BeeHiiv for better service and less expense). Currently only Big Pulpit readers are receiving their newsletters, but that will end soon if we don’t reach our goal before the end of January.

If we reach our goal, all services will return to provide a robust user friendly experience for everyone!

Click on the following link for a recurring or one-time donation:

https://raisedonors.com/littlevatican/give-a-gift

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VVEDNESDAY MORNING EDITION

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

Top-10 Most Viewed News Stories on Big Pulpit:
1. Janet Smith Exposes Controversial Background of Cardinal McElroy – Joe McClane at ACT
2. Occult Watch: A Strange Symbol at a Strange Ranch – Michael H. Brown at Spirit Daily Blog
3. The New Orleans Terror Attack: Why It’s Not So ‘Senseless’ After All – Raymond Ibrahim
4. How She Was Broke Free From Porn Addiction – Lila Rose
5. The Heroism of Fr. Paul Mankowski – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
6. How Cardinal McElroy came to Washington – Ed. Condon at The Pillar
7. Creeds Can’t Save Protestantism – Casey Chalk at Catholic Answers Magazine
8. Is There a Scriptural Basis for Annulments? – Fr. David J. Nix at Pilgrim Priest
9. McCarrick Successor McElroy: Francis’s Response to Trump? – Tim. S. Flanders at 1 Peter 5
10. The Gloriously “Primitive” Culture of Early-Medieval England – Rob. Keim at Via Mediævalis

Punditry and Analysis:
Rosary Secrets, Incredible New Findings on St. Teresa of Avila’s Relics & More Links – Register
How J.R.R. Tolkien Helped Translate a Catholic Bible You’ve Likely Read! – G. Ryan at uCatholic
Broken Families: Tepid Religious Instruction No Match Against the Pill, TV, & Media – Nw Ox Rv
Meaning of ‘Inn’ in Bethlehem, Journey f/‘Spiritual but Not Religious’ to Catholic & More – Rgstr
Why Are Bible Sales Booming in Our Secular Society – E. Benson at Tradition, Family, & Property
Casual Sex & Other Pathways to Diabolical Possession, & More Great Links! – NC Register
Inspiring Courage: Saint John Neumann’s Stand Against Anti-Catholic Persecution – TFP
What’s Next for AI in 2025? Catholic Experts Weigh in – J. McKeown at Catholic News Agency

Christmastide:
See: New Mystic Update Posts – Mystic Update

Political News, Punditry, and Analysis:
Trump Will Rename the ‘Gulf of Mexico’ to the ‘Gulf of America’ – Emma Colton at Fox News
The 6 Biggest FBI Scandals Under the Biden Administration – Emma Colton at Fox News
The National Debt: America is Headed Towards Economic Disaster – The American Catholic
Zuckerberg Ditches ‘Fact-Checking’, Vows to ‘Restore Free Expression’ to Platforms – Cthlc Vote

Anglosphere Political News, Punditry, and Analysis:
Starmer Calls Requests for Grooming Gang Inquiry “Far-Right” – Graham Barnfield at The E.C.

International Political News, Punditry, and Analysis:
Jean-Marie Le Pen Dead at 96 – Hélène de Lauzun at The European Conservative
Leaders Urge India’s Modi to Curb Spiraling Violence Against Christians – Catholic World Report

Et Cetera. . . Pop Culture News, Punditry, and Analysis:
COVIDeo of the Day, the Only Good Thing to Come Out of the Chinese Pandemic – TACatholic
10 Wardrobe Resolutions for the New Year – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist

Indiscriminate News, Punditry, and Analysis:
John Traynor’s Miraculous Cure in Lourdes Finally Confirmed – Tradition, Family, & Property
Follow the Editor-in-Chief of Big Pulpit on X – Robert “Tito” Edwards
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TVESDAY MID-DAY EDITION

Highlighted News, Punditry, and Analysis:
Pakistan’s Christian Community in Shock After Man Shot Dead – John Newton at Catholic Herald
Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Live – Big Pulpit

Top-10 Most Viewed News Stories on Big Pulpit:
1. Francis Forces Bishop Dominique Rey to Resign, Persecuted for Being Close to Trads – R. Cæli
2. Friary Closes After 750 Years Due to Lack of Vocations – Sarah Mac Donald at The Tablet
3. Welcome to the Weekend at Bernie’s Papacy – Don. R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
4. The New Spirit of Vatican II Altar of Notre Dame Cathedral – Leila Marie Lawler at Happy. . .
5. Francis Violates Catholic Teaching by Bearing False Witness Against Israel – Allan Dershowitz
6. Cardinal McElroy to Face Challenges in Trump’s Washington – Brian Fraga
7. Meaning of ‘Inn’ in Bethlehem, Journey f/‘Spiritual but Not Religious’ to Catholic & More – Reg
8. Recognize & Resist is Real: 1st Anniversary of Historic Backlash to Fiducia Supplicans – RC
9. An Influential Catholic You Look Up To? – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
10. John Traynor’s Miraculous Cure in Lourdes Finally Confirmed – Tradition, Family, & Property

Punditry and Analysis:
Swearing With The Devil – Michael H. Brown at Spirit Daily Blog
If We Want Healthier Americans, We Should Help Women Quit Their Jobs – The Federalist
Why Are Bible Sales Booming in Our Secular Society – E. Benson at Tradition, Family, & Property
California Bars Faithful Catholic Families from the Foster Care System – Anne Hendershott, Ph.D.
The Best Possible Resolution for This Jubilee Year – David Torkington at Catholic Stand
Three Deadly Giants & How to Fight Them – Robert Lazu Kmita, Ph.D., at Kmita’s Library
New Year’s Resolution: Bring Back The Aunties – Mary Harrington at Institute for Family Studies
Inspiring Courage: Saint John Neumann’s Stand Against Anti-Catholic Persecution – TFP
Trudeau Resigns, Leaving Legacy of Inaction on Church Attacks – Catholic Arena

Christmastide:
See: New Mystic Update Posts – Mystic Update

Education News, Punditry, and Analysis:
America’s Battle Over Choice in Education – Vince Bielski at Mercator

The Catastrophic Appointment of Cardinal McElroy to Washington, D.C.:
McElroy Says He Prays for Trump’s Success as He Takes Over Washington Archdiocese – Crux

Political News, Punditry, and Analysis:
The Blue & The Gray – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Must Our Leaders Always Lie about Islamic Terrorism? – Timothy Furnish at The Stream
Here’s Who Biden’s FBI Decided To Persecute Rather Than Hunt Down Real Terrorists – Federalist
How ‘So Help Me God’ Entered the Presidential Oath of Office – D.B. Parker at Religion Unplugged

Anglosphere Political News, Punditry, and Analysis:
Trud’oh! – Quico Toro at Persuasion
Justin Trudeau’s Legacy is Bleak – Jane Stannus at The Spectator World
Trudeau’s Legacy: Death, Depression, & Darwinism – Jonathan Van Maren at The E.C.

International Political News, Punditry, and Analysis:
Barbarians at the Gate: Liberal Elites in Meltdown Over Right-Wing Austrian Govt – Zol. Kottász

Geopolitical News, Punditry, and Analysis:
Government Report: Israel Must Get Ready for War With Turkey – Tamás Orbán at The E.C.
New Western Civ Defender Posts – Western Civ Defender

Et Cetera. . . Pop Culture News, Punditry, and Analysis:
Netflix Hit ‘Squid Game’ Highlights Growing Popularity of Korean Shamanism – Clemente Listi
Win or Lose, Players Give Glory to Jesus During College Football Playoffs – Cthlc News Agency
10 Wardrobe Resolutions for the New Year – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist

Indiscriminate News, Punditry, and Analysis:
I Was Marked by Satan through Rituals & Promiscuity – The Stream
The Challenge of Being a Christian Teacher in a State School – Christian Concern
New England Church Teaches English by Reading the Bible – Ch. M. Bacon at Religion Unplugged
Follow the Editor-in-Chief of Big Pulpit on X – Robert “Tito” Edwards
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TVESDAY MORNING EDITION

Highlighted News, Punditry, and Analysis:
Religion Will Be Crucial as Post-Assad Syria Seeks Restoration – Richard Ostling at Rel Unp
Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Live – Big Pulpit

Top-10 Most Viewed News Stories on Big Pulpit:
1. One Year Later: The Fiducia Supplicans “Flop” – Complicit Clergy
2. Why Has Francis Promoted a Heretic & Gifted Him Washington? w/Christine Niles – C Unscr.
3. Bishop Strickland Blasts Appointment of Cardinal McElroy – Complicit Clergy
4. The Devil in Rome (Re: McElroy to D.C.) – Stella Maris Media
5. Once Mass Starts, You Aren’t Allowed to Stop Until You Finish, Even if Attacked – TACatholic
6. Pro-Lifer Arrested in Ohio for ‘Annoying’ Speech Outside Abortion Clinic – MRC News Busters
7. Casual Sex & Other Pathways to Diabolical Possession, & More Great Links! – NC Register
8. Pennsylvania Bishop Issues Pastoral Letter on Human-Trafficking Hotspot – ABC 27 WHTM
9. Saint of the Impossible – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
10. Carmelite Monks Use Modern Tech to Build Gothic Monastery – Cowboy State Daily

News:
Canadian Archbishop & Indigenous Language Scholar Appointed to Winnipeg Archd. – Register
Shigemi Fukahori, Catholic Atomic Bomb Survivor and Peace Advocate, Dies at 93 – CNA

Punditry and Analysis:
This Joyful Nun is Now the Oldest Living Person – Cerith Gardiner at Aleteia
The Leonine Prayers after Mass (Part 2) – Peter A. Kwasniewski, Ph.D., at Tradition & Sanity
We Who Wrestle with God: On the Border of Things – Darren Geist, J.D., at Public Discourse
Trudeau Leaves Behind an Anti-Catholic Legacy – Peter Laffin at National Catholic Register
‘Death Cafes’ Aim to Convince People That Assisted Suicide is Good for Your – Live Action News
John Traynor’s Miraculous Cure in Lourdes Finally Confirmed – Tradition, Family, & Property
Meaning of ‘Inn’ in Bethlehem, Journey f/‘Spiritual but Not Religious’ to Catholic & More – Rgstr
Why are Bible Sales Booming in Our Secular Society – E. Benson at Tradition, Family, & Property
Jubilee 2025: New Year’s Resolutions & Resources – George Weigel at Denver Catholic
Inspiring Courage: Saint John Neumann’s Stand Against Anti-Catholic Persecution – TFP
What Does The Future Hold For Christians In Syria Under HTS? – L. Gilbert at Religion Unplugged

Christmastide:
See: New Mystic Update Posts – Mystic Update

Education News, Punditry, and Analysis:
My Advice to Catholic Schools: Double Down on Your Catholicity – Thomas W. Carroll at Register

The Catastrophic Appointment of Cardinal McElroy to Washington, D.C.:
McElroy Discusses New Role, Engaging With Incoming Trump Administration – Catholic Vote

Political News, Punditry, and Analysis:
Is Vivek Right About America? – Colin Redemer at First Things
The Fools’ Gold State – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Liberals & Tyranny – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
119th Congress Adds 2 Hindus, 2 Nones, Remains Mostly Christian – Religion News Service

Anglosphere Political News, Punditry, and Analysis:
The Truth About ‘Grooming Gangs’ is Finally Coming Out – The Telegraph via Yahoo! News
9 Media Outlets Simping for PM Starmer on Grooming Gangs Scandal After Musk Rebuke – MRC

International Political News, Punditry, and Analysis:
How The Left Betrayed Charlie Hebdo – Andrew Hussey at UnHerd

Geopolitical News, Punditry, and Analysis:
Persecution of Nigerian Christians Continues – Catholic Arena
New Western Civ Defender Posts – Western Civ Defender

Et Cetera. . . Pop Culture News, Punditry, and Analysis:
10 Wardrobe Resolutions for the New Year – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist

Indiscriminate News, Punditry, and Analysis:
Reading Old Books – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Follow the Editor-in-Chief of Big Pulpit on X – Robert “Tito” Edwards
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Cardinal McEelroy Promoted Despite Abuse and Cover-Ups

>> Continue to this story on the Substack of Gene Thomas Gomulka

BPNF Summary Note: The appointment of San Diego Cardinal Robert McElroy as the new archbishop of Washington, D.C., succeeding Cardinal Wilton Gregory, has raised significant concerns and criticisms due to McElroy’s controversial past. Reports highlight that McElroy has been implicated in covering up sexual abuse cases, particularly the satanic sexual abuse of Rachel Mastrogiacomo by Father Jacob Bertrand, which was initially ignored by McElroy. Although Bertrand was eventually removed from ministry, McElroy allowed his return, prompting Mastrogiacomo to take legal action that resulted in Bertrand’s probation.

Moreover, McElroy has been accused of hiding evidence related to former Cardinal Theodore McCarrick’s sexual misconduct, as documented by the late psychotherapist Richard Sipe. Despite the gravity of these allegations, McElroy’s elevation in the church hierarchy continues, raising questions about the accountability and transparency of the Roman Catholic Church’s leadership.

Pope Francis, who has also faced accusations of covering up abuse during his tenure as Archbishop of Buenos Aires, has not responded to public pleas for action against McElroy and others accused of similar misconduct. The situation underscores the ongoing struggle within the church to address the deep emotional and psychological harm caused by clerical sexual abuse and the perceived lack of accountability for those in positions of power.

The above note summarizes details in the original source (link above).

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MONDAY EVENING EDITION

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

Punditry and Analysis:
Don’t Forget to Chalk Your Door for Epiphany – Fr. Samuel Keyes at Catholic Answers Magazine
The Psalms of the Epiphany – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Movement
5 Tips to Create the Habit of Spiritual Reading In the New Year – Scepter Blog
The Veil Removed: Powerful Film Reveals How Heaven Miraculously Joins Earth at Mass – ChPP
Developing Empathy as a Goal for the Coming Year – Dennis Dillon at Catholic Stand
Ten Non-Biblical Traditions Most Bible Christians Believe About the Magi – Fr. D. Longenecker
‘Some Paintings Never Cease to Amaze’: the Adoration of the Kings – Catholic Herald
How to Bless Your Home on the Feast of Epiphany 2025 – F.P. Fenton at Catholic News Agency
Where Our Lord Dwells – Carol Monaco at Catholic Stand
A Medieval Fresco of the Holy Innocents – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Movement
Secret Origins of the Most Holy Rosary – America Needs Fatima

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MONDAY MID-DAY EDITION

Highlighted News, Punditry, and Analysis:
What Will Happen to Minorities in Syria? A Christian Point of View – A. Graceffo at Bitter Winter
Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Live – Big Pulpit
Church Fires Continued to Rise in France in 2024 – Catholic Arena

Top-10 Most Viewed News Stories on Big Pulpit:
1. McElroy is Francis’s & McCarrick’s Final Affront to America – New Catholic at Rorate Cæli
2. McElroy Promoted Despite Abuse & Cover-Ups – Gene Thomas Gomulka of John 18:37
3. The Diminishment of the DC Archdiocese Continues Apace – Eric Sammons at Editor’s Desk
4. Playing With My New Bible – Fr. Z’s Blog
5. Italian Bishops’ Newspaper Ran a Story Against Mary’s Virginity – Catholic Vote
6. PopeWatch: McElroy to DC – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
7. Exit Trudeau – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
8. Part of the Great Family of Man – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
9. January 6, 2024 & January 6, 2020 – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
10. ‘Anti-Racism:’ The Opiate of the Sheeple – John Zmirak, Ph.D., at The Stream

News:
Irish Catholics Hold Mass to Remember Cromwell Victims – Catholic Arena
Private Catholic Schools in Britain Against New Tax Imposed on Jan. 1 – Charles Collins at Crux

Punditry and Analysis:
John Traynor’s Miraculous Cure in Lourdes Finally Confirmed – Tradition, Family, & Property
Did Vatican II End Thomism? – Rory Fox at Catholic Stand
10 Wardrobe Resolutions for the New Year – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist
Reassurance in Un-Reassuring Times – Fr. Nathaniel Dreyer at Catholic Stand
Luigi Mangione’s Apologists Are Undermining the Pursuit of Social Justice – Xv. Symons, II, Ph.D.
Updated Research in Book on Fatima Apparitions – Matt C. Abbott at Renew America
Inspiring Courage: Saint John Neumann’s Stand Against Anti-Catholic Persecution – TFP
Islamic Terrorism Over the Christmas & New Year Break – Christian Concern
The Problem Of Evil – Mark Belanger at Catholic Stand
Why Are Bible Sales Booming in Our Secular Society – E. Benson at Tradition, Family, & Property
Report: China ‘Waging a Full-on Assault on Christians’ with High-Tech Surveillance State – Brtbrt
“Holiday Season” & Christmas Season – John M. Grondelski, Ph.D., at The Catholic Thing
Africa’s Christians Persecuted Most As Sub-Saharan Nations Remain Jihadi Hotbed – Rel Unp

Christmastide:
See: New Mystic Update Posts – Mystic Update

Political News, Punditry, and Analysis:
Defense Counsel – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
New Prime Time Politics Posts – Prime Time Politics

Anglosphere Political News, Punditry, and Analysis:
Racial Vengeance Gets a Free Pass in Grooming Gang Britain – Frank Furedi at The E.C.

International Political News, Punditry, and Analysis:
A Silent Struggle Continues for Bethlehem’s Christians – Fr. Patrick Mary Briscoe at OSV

Geopolitical News, Punditry, and Analysis:
Lest We Forget – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
New Western Civ Defender Posts – Western Civ Defender

Et Cetera. . . Pop Culture News, Punditry, and Analysis:
Movie Review: Gladiator II – Fr. Z’s Blog

Indiscriminate News, Punditry, and Analysis:
Sisters, Please Put Down Those Rulers! – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Pro-Life – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Follow the Editor-in-Chief of Big Pulpit on X – Robert “Tito” Edwards
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MONDAY MORNING EDITION

Highlighted News, Punditry, and Analysis:
Syria: Christians Facing Existential Terrorist Threat – Uzay Bulut at Gatestone Institute
Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Live – Big Pulpit

Top-10 Most Viewed News Stories on Big Pulpit:
1. Confirmed: Cardinal McElroy to Be Appointed Washington Archbishop – The Pillar
2. List of Priests With No Social Media Who Have Publicly Denounced Francis – Non Veni Pacem
3. Germany: Catholic Church Sanctions Gender Change for 1 of the 3 Wise Men – Cthlc Conclave
4. Young Men Are Converting to Serious, “Muscular” Christianity – Fr. Z”s Blog
5. Traditional vs. Spirit of Vatican II Parishes: By Their Fruits Ye Shall Know Them – 1 Peter 5
6. Are Catholics Splintering? – Brother Louis Dethomasis, F.S.C., Ph.D., at Catholic Exchange
7. The Cowardice of Sir Stephen Fry – Malcolm Clark at The Critic
8. Major TLM Construction Project in Tyler, Texas – Peter A. Kwasniewski, Ph.D., at Trdtn & Sanity
9. Archdiocese of New York: No Altar Rails! – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
10. Historical Falsehoods about Active Participation: Response to Dr. Brant Pitre – New Lit Mov

News:
Spanish Bishops Condemn Mockery of Sacred Heart of Jesus on Spanish Public TV – CNA
Dr. William Mahrt, R.I.P. – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Movement
Muhammad Cracks List of Top Ten Names for Baby Boys in New York City for First Time – GP

Punditry and Analysis:
Archbishop Gustavo Garcia-Siller’s Unhinged New Year’s Rant – The American Spectator
Meaning of ‘Inn’ in Bethlehem, Journey f/‘Spiritual but Not Religious’ to Catholic & More – Rgstr
10 Wardrobe Resolutions for the New Year – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist
John Traynor’s Miraculous Cure in Lourdes Finally Confirmed – Tradition, Family, & Property
Inspiring Courage: Saint John Neumann’s Stand Against Anti-Catholic Persecution – TFP
Is Cottrell Fit to Lead? Who Should Be the Next Archbishop of Canterbury? – Catholic Unscripted
Why Are Bible Sales Booming in Our Secular Society – E. Benson at Tradition, Family, & Property
Bourbon Street Massacre is What ‘Globalize the Intifada’ Looks Like – The American Spectator

Christmastide:
See: New Mystic Update Posts – Mystic Update

Political News, Punditry, and Analysis:
Just Like People in Fly Over Country – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Who Really Started America’s Culture War? – Frank Furedi at Spiked
The Centrality of Civic Virtue – David Hein at The University Bookman
New Prime Time Politics Posts – Prime Time Politics

Anglosphere Political News, Punditry, and Analysis:
Elon Musk & Rape Gangs – Melissa MacKenzie at The American Spectator
Canada PM Trudeau is Likely to Announce Resignation, Source Says – Reuters via Yahoo! News

International Political News, Punditry, and Analysis:
What’s Behind the AfD Party’s Rise in Germany – Heather Mac Donald at City Journal

Geopolitical News, Punditry, and Analysis:
New Western Civ Defender Posts – Western Civ Defender

Et Cetera. . . Pop Culture News, Punditry, and Analysis:
Norm Macdonald was a Christian! – Michael Knowles
Megyn Kelly Blasts Golden Globes ‘Conclave’ as Most Anti-Catholic Film I’ve Seen. . . – Breitbart

Indiscriminate News, Punditry, and Analysis:
Protestant & Catholic Exorcists – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
The Sevens – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
How Barnes and Noble Made a Comeback by Revitalizing Its Philosophy – PBS News Hour
Secret Origins of a Christian Brotherhood: Amicizia Christiana – Tradition, Family, & Property
God is with Us: Curé of Ars Christmas Sermon – John Vianney via Tradition, Family & Property
Why I’m Making My Sundays Internet-Free In 2025 – Jn Horvat, II, at Tradition, Family & Property
Catholic Fundraising Assistance – CatholicFundraiser.net
Follow the Editor-in-Chief of Big Pulpit on X – Robert “Tito” Edwards

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MONDAY MORNING EDITION

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

Punditry and Analysis:
Durandus on the Divine Office of the Circumcision – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Movement
Icons as Fruit, Seed of Incarnation: Windows into Mystery of Christ, His Mother – Trdtn & Sanity
The Biblical Roots of a Dish Served for St. Sylvester’s Day – V.M. Traverso at Aleteia
What Deacon Frank Taught Me About Affirming & Promoting Vocations – Natl Catholic Register
My Journey from Orthodoxy to Catholicism: the Role of Social Teaching – Greg Cook at 1 Peter 5
Catholic Mystic Uncovers the Christmas Cave’s Hidden Secret! – Joe McClane at A Catholic Take
Veneration Is NOT a Pagan Accretion – Dennis Knapp at The Latin Right
Jesus, Peter, & Paul in Parallel in Luke-Acts – Michael Patrick Barber at The Sacred Page
Father of Modern Geology, Paleontology, Crystallography Converts, Becomes Saint – Cm Hm Nt
Marriage, Children, & Heaven – Fr. Samuel Keyes at Catholic Answers Magazine
She Witnessed America’s Birth & Became the First U.S. Saint – America Needs Fatima
Did George Washington Die a Catholic? – Florentius at Gloria Romanorum

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News:
Fresh Paintings in Norcia – Peter A. Kwasniewski, Ph.D., at Tradition & Sanity
2nd Edition of “Restoring Lost Customs of Christendom” Now Available – A Catholic Life

Punditry and Analysis:
What Exorcists on YouTube Get Wrong w/Dr. Sean Tobin – Lila Rose
Special Chants for the Epiphany 2025 – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Movement
If Mary is Not the Mother of God, Then Whom is She the Mother of? – Catholic Answers
The Custom of Festive Hangings in Rome: the Chiesa Nuova – Liturgical Arts Journal
A Lonely Island of Prayer: a visit to La Grande Chartreuse in 1890 – Hilary White at TSIP
St. Thomas More’s Example of Maintaining a Strong Family – Fr. Michael Rennier at Aleteia
The Beautiful Christmas Letter Pope Benedict XVI Wrote to Baby Jesus as a Child – ChurchPOP
Infertile Couples Whose Faith Gave Us Great Saints – Brooke Larson at 1 Peter 5
Angel Expert: Apparitions Reveal ‘Strong Link’ Between St. Michael & Divine Mercy – NC Register

Indiscriminate News, Punditry, and Analysis:
Mary Wykeham: The Surrealist Who Embraced a Religious Life & Became a Nun – Rlgn Unplggd

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Highlighted News, Punditry, and Analysis:
Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Live – Big Pulpit
13 Catholic Missionaries & Pastoral Workers Reportedly Killed Worldwide in 2024 – CNA
Homelessness Rose 18% in the Past Year, HUD Report Shows – Catholic News Agency

Top-10 Most Viewed News Stories on Big Pulpit:
1. The Surprising History of the Children’s Mass – Nico Fassino at The Pillar
2. How Did Mary Die? Rosary Secret, Hidden Details of The Assumption – America Needs Fatima
3. John Traynor’s Miraculous Cure in Lourdes Finally Confirmed – Tradition, Family, & Property
4. The Overlooked Mystery of the Circumcision – David Paul Deavel at Catholic World Report
5. 5 Plot Holes for God – Pat Flynn at Catholic Answers Magazine
6. A Conversation With Joseph Pearce About Ignatius Critical Editions – Catholic World Report
7. The Wrought Iron Choir Screen of the Cathedral of Sens – Sh. R. Tribe at Liturgical Arts Journal
8. The Christian Case for Hunting – Sebastian Morello at Spectator Australia
9. Why are Bible Sales Booming in Our Secular Society – E Benson at Tradition, Family & Property
10. Where Is Infant Baptism in the Bible? – Tim Staples at Catholic Answers Magazine

News:
Pope Francis Appoints New Bishop for Philippines’ Tarlac Diocese – Catholic News Agency
Pope Francis Begins 2025 With Pro-Life Message – The National Pulse
In Vatican Meetings, Catholic Land Movement Proclaims Faith, Family, & Farming – CNA

Punditry and Analysis:
Catholic Doctrine & the Sunday Readings for January 2025 – Marty Dybicz at Catholic Stand
The Liturgical Movement that is Needed – Emily Finley at The Christian Imagination
Inspiring Courage: Saint John Neumann’s Stand Against Anti-Catholic Persecution – TFP
So What Exactly is a Jubilee Year Anyway? – Jeffrey Bruno at Words & Pictures
Sir James MacMillan on “Music & the Sacred in Antiquity & Modernity” – New Liturgical Mvmnt

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Et Cetera. . . Pop Culture News, Punditry, and Analysis:
10 Wardrobe Resolutions for the New Year – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist

Indiscriminate News, Punditry, and Analysis:
Why I’m Making My Sundays Internet-Free In 2025 – Jn Horvat, II, at Tradition, Family & Property
God is with Us: Curé of Ars Christmas Sermon – John Vianney via Tradition, Family & Property
Secret Origins of a Christian Brotherhood: Amicizia Christiana – Tradition, Family, & Property
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