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

Top-10 Most Viewed News Stories on Big Pulpit:
1. Bishop Stowe Installs Women Acolytes: “I Waited Long Enough. . .” – Complicit Clergy
2. Pagan Ritual Offered During Mass – Complicit Clergy
3. Leftists Are Always Leftists First. . . re: Mark Shea – D. McClarey, J.D., at The Amrcn Catholic
4. Pope Francis’s Favorability Rating Continues Downward Spiral – Thomas D. Williams, Ph.D.
5. Historical Falsehoods about Active Participation: Response to Dr Brant Pitre – New Lit Mov
6. 14 Unspoken Rules Tourists Keep Breaking in Paris – Dorian at France Hotel Guide
7. Francis Declares French Martyrs of Compiègne Saints via Equipollent Canonization – CNA
8. Is King Charles’s Soul a Prisoner to the UK Monarchy, Its Link to Anglicanism? – Gv. Ashenden
9. You Don’t Want the Truth Because You Can’t Handle the Truth – Gene T. Gomulka at John 18:37
10. A Kairos Moment for the Eastern Catholic Churches? – I.A. Murzaku at Catholic World Report

News:
Satanic Holiday Display At Minnesota Capitol Causes Controversy – Spirit Daily Blog
Pope Urges Not to Leave the Elderly Alone at Christmas – Rome Reports

Punditry and Analysis:
How Do Our Souls Process Horrors Like the Abundant Life School Shooting? – Jn. Zmirak, Ph.D.
Lawsuit: Colleges, Including Notre Dame & Georgetown, Favor Rich Applicants – Wall Street Jrnl
As Wars Rage Around, Armenian Christians in Jerusalem’s Old City Feel Walls Closing in – AP
Embassy Vatican: Some Demystifications – George Weigel at Denver Catholic

Advent (and Christmas):
How the Middle Ages Shaped Christmas Festivities – Daniel Esparza at Aleteia
See: New Mystic Update Posts – Mystic Update

The Re-Opening of Notre-Dame de Paris Cathedral: Glamour & Scandal:
What the Rededication of Notre Dame (Should Have) Taught Us – Philip F. Lawler, Ph.D.

Pope Francis and His Jubilee Celebration of Sodomy Day:
Italian News Agency: Sodomy Event to Return to Jubilee’s Official Website – Catholic Vote

Cardinal Cupich Ban’s Kneeling for Communion:
Communion on the Tongue Whilst Kneeling is Acceptable – Catholic Arena
Cardinal Cupich Bans Kneeling Before Jesus! – Complicit Clergy

Political News, Punditry, and Analysis:
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Commits to Restoring Key Pro-Life Policies – Steven Ertelt at Life News
A Christmas Gift For Canada: Could Trudeau Resign? – Aubrey Gulick at The American Spectator

Et Cetera. . . Pop Culture News, Punditry, and Analysis:
Did You Know? – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Here’s the Secret to a Holiday Wreath That Won’t Wither, Plus Other Winter Decor Tips – Sunset

Indiscriminate News, Punditry, and Analysis:
Why Christian Chivalry Still Lives: A Review of the Maxims of Christian Chivalry – TFP
The Miracle of Notre Dame’s Restoration: Divine Call to Conversion – Tradition, Family & Property
Follow the Editor-in-Chief of Big Pulpit on X – Robert “Tito” Edwards
Catholic Fundraising Assistance – CatholicFundraiser.net
Winter Trend: Fair Isle Sweaters – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist

A thank you to our sponsor:
The American Society for the Defense of Tradition, Family, and Property

Highlighted News, Punditry, and Analysis:
Nigeria’s Christians Await Christmas Amid Fear Of Repeat Violence – Religion Unplugged
Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Live – Big Pulpit

Top-10 Most Viewed News Stories on Big Pulpit:
1. Cardinal Ranjith Just Jumped to the Top of the Papabile Index – Fr. Z’s Blog
2. Fr. Frank Pavone Provides An Update About His Status – Complicit Clergy
3. Clearing the Air on the Use of EMHCs at Mass – Gene Van Son at Catholic Stand
4. Larry Chapp Napalms a Cardinal! – Fr. Z’s Blog
5. Pope Francis Names Father Roger Landry a Monsignor – National Catholic Register
6. PopeWatch: A Christmas Miracle! – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
7. Why I Am Not Protestant – Casey Chalk at Crisis Magazine
8. Where are all those New Prolife Seamless Garment Catholics? – D. Griffey at Daffey Thoughts
9. Card. Cupich’s Backward Direction to the 1970’s & Gaslighting Traditionalists – Fr. McDonald
10. The Duke Lacrosse Hoax Is Not an Aberration – John Ziegler at Chronicles

News:
King Charles III Attends Event at Catholic Church Remembering Christians in Middle East – Crux
British Spies Foiled Two Plots to Kill Pope Francis in Iraq – Simon Caldwell at Catholic Herald

Punditry and Analysis:
’55 & ’69 Liturgical Reforms Uprooting Oral Custom – Jennifer S. Bryson, Ph.D., at 1 Peter 5
What is the Best Catholic Missal? – Murray Rundus at Catholic Family News
Santa’s Tomb? Coffin of St. Nicholas May Have Been Found — But There’s A Catch – NC Register
Another Christian School Attacked – Michael Knowles
Ahead of Christmas, Christian Villagers Told to Leave Homes in State in India – Crux

Advent (and Christmas):
Father Christmas Will Never Die Because Christ Has Risen From the Dead – N Catholic Register
See: New Mystic Update Posts – Mystic Update

The Collapse of Syria and the Consequences for Christians:
Patriarch John X Says Christians ‘Not Just Guests’ In Post-Assad Syria – Religion Unplugged
Diplomatic Pressure Should Be Applied to All Parties in Syria to Protect Christians – Uzay Bulut

Cardinal Cupich Ban’s Kneeling for Communion:
Kneeling & the Selective “Listening” of Synodality – Larry Chapp, Ph.D., at Catholic World Report
Is Kneeling for Communion a Disruption? – Fr. Casey Jones at Crisis Magazine
Cardinal Cupich Bans Kneeling Before Jesus! – Catholic Unscripted

Nancy Pelosi Scandal:
Correction Over Communion Can Be Complicated, but is Also Crucial – Daniel B. Gallagher, Ph.D.

Political News, Punditry, and Analysis:
How to Reverse Biden’s Lawless Immigration, Despite Hysteria of Our Priests – J. Zmirak, Ph.D.
As Americans Tolerance for Wokeness Dies, an Appetite for Violence Grows – The Federalist
Displaying, Not Establishing – Eugene Kontorovich at City Journal

Et Cetera. . . Pop Culture News, Punditry, and Analysis:
See the Stunning Christmas Wreaths of Colonial Williamsburg – Lindsey Liles at Garden & Gun
Carrie Gress Talks Classical Countdown Takeover – Conversations with Consequences
14 Surprising Thrift Store Finds Perfect for All Your Advent & Christmastide Parties – M. Stewart
15 Best Champagne Bottles to Celebrate Advent & Christmastide – Luc. Capretti at Tasting Table

Indiscriminate News, Punditry, and Analysis:
Why Christian Chivalry Still Lives: A Review of the Maxims of Christian Chivalry – TFP
The Miracle of Notre Dame’s Restoration: Divine Call to Conversion – Tradition, Family & Property
Winter Trend: Fair Isle Sweaters – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist
Follow the Editor-in-Chief of Big Pulpit on X – Robert “Tito” Edwards
Catholic Fundraising Assistance – CatholicFundraiser.net

A thank you to our sponsor:
The American Society for the Defense of Tradition, Family, and Property

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

Top-10 Most Viewed News Stories on Big Pulpit:
1. The Universal Dimension of the Disaster When a Bad Man is Elected Pope – Rod Dreher
2. Is Exorcist Fr. Carlos Martins Too Dangerous? Why is He Kept Silent? – Catholic Unscripted
3. Pope Francis Embraces Holocaust Denier Who Rewards Terrorist “Martyrs” – J. Gomes, Ph.D.
4. This Might be ‘Best’ Drone (Seen Over New Jersey) Photo Available – Citizen Free Press
5. Cardinal of Chicago Asks Not to Kneel at Communion: These Are “His” Reasons – Zenit
6. The Best Hole-In-The-Wall Restaurants In Every State – Emily Hunt at Tasting Table
7. Best Reporting So Far on the Wisconsin Christian School Massacre – Citizen Free Press
8. The Catholics Are Coming! The Catholics Are Coming! – Megan Messerly at Politico
9. Why the Epistle Should Be Read Eastwards & the Gospel Northwards – P.A. Kwasniewski, Ph.D.
10. Faithful Become ‘Teary-Eyed’ as They Approach Wooden Cross After Raging Wildfire – CforC

News:
Pittsburgh Diocese Asking for Info on Possible Vandalism After Mary Statue Damaged – C Vote
Crown of Thorns Relic Returns to Notre Dame Cathedral – OSV News via Our Sunday Visitor

Punditry and Analysis:
What Should Catholics Make of Elon Musk? – Peter Laffin at National Catholic Register
Notes on the Privation Theory of Evil – James Chastek, Ph.L., Ph.D., at Just Thomism
Nicholson on Immortal Souls – Edward C. Feser, Ph.D.
A Belloc Revival – Joseph Pearce at The Imaginative Conservative
Why Christian Chivalry Still Lives: A Review of the Maxims of Christian Chivalry – TFP
Madison Diocese Prays for Victims of Deadly Shooting at Christian School in Wisconsin – C Vote
The Miracle of Notre Dame’s Restoration: Divine Call to Conversion – Tradition, Family & Property
Catholics in India Fighting Local Authorities to Preserve Sixteenth Century Church – Cthlc Vote

Advent (and Christmas):
Raising Readers at Christmas: 18 Books That Build Virtue & Faith – National Catholic Register
‘A Christmas Carol’ Audio Drama for Advent Climbs the Podcast Charts – Natl Catholic Register
Faith-Filled Stories to Enjoy as a Family – Debbie Cowden at National Catholic Register
See: New Mystic Update Posts – Mystic Update

Indiscriminate News, Punditry, and Analysis:
Winter Trend: Fair Isle Sweaters – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist
Catholic Fundraising Assistance – CatholicFundraiser.net
Follow the Editor-in-Chief of Big Pulpit on X – Robert “Tito” Edwards

A thank you to our sponsor:
The American Society for the Defense of Tradition, Family, and Property

Highlighted News, Punditry, and Analysis:
Turkey’s Jihadists Take Over Syria: Half a Million Christians Under Intolerable Threat – U. Bulut
Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Live – Big Pulpit

Top-10 Most Viewed News Stories on Big Pulpit:
1. An Odd Observation From Pope Francis – David Griffey at Daffey Thoughts
2. *Argh* The Ministries of Lector & Acolyte Should Wear Liturgical Vestments – Fr. A. McDonald
3. The SSPX’s Bishop Problem – Thomas Edwards at Catholic Herald
4. PopeWatch: Pelosi – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
5. Satanic Temple’s Nativity Display in N. Hampshire Destroyed, Dem Calls for New Display – Fox
6. Dark Days in Ireland – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
7. Vatican Changes Course? Says Sodomy Pilgrimage Will Return to Jubilee – Complicit Clergy
8. Where is the ‘Hail Mary’ in the Bible? – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
9. Perdition’s Grasp: Is Nancy Pelosi Beyond Redemption? – A Treasure To Be Shared
10. Trump Never Forgets – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

Punditry and Analysis:
The Miracle of Notre Dame’s Restoration: Divine Call to Conversion – Tradition, Family & Property
Jordan Peterson’s “God” – Alastair Roberts at First Things
The Right Is Falling for the Lie That You Can Have It All at the Same Time – Jes. Kramer at Crisis
The Death & Resurrection of Tradition – Joseph Pearce at The Imaginative Conservative
Van Gogh’s Light Night – Tess McCumstie at Dappled Things
A Hidden Church in China – Michael Schmiesing at Catholic Answers Magazine
Why Christian Chivalry Still Lives: A Review of the Maxims of Christian Chivalry – TFP
Jimmy Lai Quizzed Over ‘Seditious Retweet’ in HK Court – The Pillar
Warwick St Chpl: Noble Architectural Survivor of Anti-Catholic Rioting & Liturgical Trends – CH
The Crusades: ‘White Supremacist’ with ‘Injustices & Unspeakable Tragedies’? – Raym. Ibrahim

Advent (and Christmas):
Prepare Ye the Way of the Lord – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
10 Quotes to Prepare Your Heart For the Coming of Christ – Scepter Blog
Have You Gone to Confession During Advent Yet? – Philip Kosloski at Aleteia
Teach Your Kids the Joys of Giving – Dan Fitzpatrick at Catholic Stand
See: New Mystic Update Posts – Mystic Update

Pope Francis and His Jubilee Celebration of Sodomy Day:
Sodomy Pilgrimage Removed From Jubilee Calendar Embarrasses Vatican – Luisella Scrosati

The Collapse of Syria and the Consequences for Christians:
Will Syria’s New HTS Government Be a Protector or Persecutor of Minorities? – Providence

Political News, Punditry, and Analysis:
Main Stream Media No Longer Untouchable – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
TX Sues NY Abortionist for Mailing Abortion Pills That Injured Woman – Live Action News
Is It Possible to Untie the Knot of Settler Colonialism? – Hendrik Van Der Breggen at Mercator
Senior UK Police Chief Criticises Investigation of ‘Hate Incidents’ – Michael Curzon at The EC
The Casualties of Political Warfare – Joseph Ford Cotto at Chronicles
New Prime Time Politics Posts – Prime Time Politics

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

Pop Culture News, Punditry, and Analysis:
Christmas Gift Ideas: Literary Picks for the Catholic Readers in Your Life – Natl Catholic Register

Indiscriminate News, Punditry, and Analysis:
Winter Trend: Fair Isle Sweaters – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist
Could This Be the Long-Lost Tomb of St. Nicholas? – Daniel Esparza at Aleteia
Follow the Editor-in-Chief of Big Pulpit on X – Robert “Tito” Edwards
Catholic Fundraising Assistance – CatholicFundraiser.net

A thank you to our sponsor:
The American Society for the Defense of Tradition, Family, and Property

Highlighted News, Punditry, and Analysis:
Syria’s Christians: ‘We Have No Reason to Trust Al-Jolani’ – Madeleine Rowley at The Free Press
Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Live – Big Pulpit

Top-10 Most Viewed News Stories on Big Pulpit:
1. Dawn Eden Goldstein Wants to Sue EWTN: Thoughts on the Catholic New Left – Cthlc Culture
2. What Do We Make of the Rainbow-Colored Signs of Apostasy in Rome? – Remnant Newspaper
3. Fr Gerald Murray Castigates Francis for Making Pro-Sodomy Radcliffe a Cardinal – Cmp Clrgy
4. The Return of (Literally) Muscular Christianity – Abi Millar at UnHerd
5. Who Comes Next? It Isn’t Inappropriate to Speculate on Francis’s Successor – John L. Allen, Jr.
6. The Meaning of “I’m Not Religious” – J. Budziszewski, Ph.D., at The Underground Thomist
7. Punk Rock & Those Notre Dame Vestments – Fr. Dwight Longenecker at The Imaginative. . .
8. No, You Are Not on Indigenous Land – Noah Smith at Noahpinion
9. Only Known Living Portrait of Last Byzantine Emperor Discovered – Ekathimerini
10. Cordileone Announcement on Pelosi & Communion – Catholic Arena

News:
Statue of Mary Oozing Holy Oil in Papua New Guinea – The Flame Of Love
British University Tells Staff to Use ‘Winter Break’ Instead of ‘Christmas Vacation’ – College Fix
Archaeologists Find a 6th Century Byzantine Chapel Beneath Earthquake Rubble – Heritage Daily
Lee Edwards, Catholic Historian of American Conservatism, Dies at 92 – Catholic News Agency

Punditry and Analysis:
The Birth of a Mystical Spirituality – David Torkington at The Imaginative Conservative
Restoring the Beauty of the Liturgy – Joseph Pearce at Crisis Magazine
Variations On A Theme: Guadalupe Vestments by Sacra Domus Aurea – Liturgical Arts Journal
The False Promises of Drugs: Joseph Ratzinger on True Human Excellence – Public Discourse
The Miracle of Notre Dame’s Restoration: Divine Call to Conversion – Tradition, Family & Property
Callixtus II & the Schola Cantorum Romana – Massimo Scapin at 1 Peter 5

Advent (and Christmas):
See: New Mystic Update Posts – Mystic Update

Cardinal Cupich Ban’s Kneeling for Communion:
Cupich Discourages Receiving Eucharist Kneeling, Sparking Defense of the Practice – Cthlc Vote

Nancy Pelosi Scandal:
Nancy Pelosi, Communion Ban, & Vatican Intervention: Faith, Politics, & Controversy – Zenit

Political News, Punditry, and Analysis:
Joe Puts the ‘Dem’ in Dementia – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
The Immoral Myths of “Settler Colonialism” – Oscar Clarke at Modern Age
New Prime Time Politics Posts – Prime Time Politics

Geopolitical News, Punditry, and Analysis:
What is God’s Plan for Russia: Mt Gaspers & Mk Lambert Vet Fatima Insight – Cthlc Unscripted
Ukraine Does Not Need Another International Guarantee of Territorial Integrity – Fr. R.J. de Souza
New Western Civ Defender Posts – Western Civ Defender

Indiscriminate News, Punditry, and Analysis:
Alter Christus – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Warriors of Christ – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Winter Trend: Fair Isle Sweaters – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist
Bringing Catholicism to the American Frontier: Missionary Journeys of St. John Neumann – TFP
Follow the Editor-in-Chief of Big Pulpit on X – Robert “Tito” Edwards
Catholic Fundraising Assistance – CatholicFundraiser.net

A thank you to our sponsor:
The American Society for the Defense of Tradition, Family, and Property

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

Top-10 Most Viewed News Stories on Big Pulpit:
1. The Filioque – Michael P. Foley, Ph.D., at New Liturgical Movement
2. What Acts Leaves Out – Jimmy Akin at Catholic Answers Magazine
3. Archaeologists Uncover Tomb of ‘Santa Claus’ Inspiration of Saint Nicholas – Euro News
4. Gaudete! – Amy Welborn at Charlotte Was Both
5. The Moving Story of a Religious Congregation with Sisters Who Have Down Syndrome – Zenit
6. Catholics Don’t Go to Mass Because Dad Doesn’t – The Catholic Gentleman
7. On the Streets of Oxford with the Companions of the Order of Malta – Catholic Herald
8. A Few Good Causes for End of the Year Giving – Fr. Z’s Blog
9. Miracle of Notre Dame’s Restoration: Divine Call to Conversion – Tradition, Family & Property
10. Gratitude Can Change Your Life & Marriage w/Laura Doyle – Lila Rose

Punditry and Analysis:
Having Lots of Small Kids is Chaotic, Messy, & Beautiful – Cecilia Pigg at Aleteia
Form – James Chastek, Ph.L., Ph.D., at Just Thomism

Advent (and Christmas):
See: New Mystic Update Posts – Mystic Update

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

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

Indiscriminate News, Punditry, and Analysis:
Bringing Catholicism to the American Frontier: Missionary Journeys of St. John Neumann – TFP
Notre-Dame de Paris: Where All Unite Around Our Lady – Jn. Horvat, II, at Tradition, Family & Prop
Winter Trend: Fair Isle Sweaters – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist
Follow the Editor-in-Chief of Big Pulpit on X – Robert “Tito” Edwards
Catholic Fundraising Assistance – CatholicFundraiser.net

A thank you to our sponsor: Tradition, Family, and Property

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

Top-10 Most Viewed News Stories on Big Pulpit:
1. Bishop Barron: ‘Dumbed-Down Catholicism Was a Disaster’ – Molly Worthen at The Atlantic
2. Dr. Tony Esolen Refutes Cardinal Cupich on Kneeling Ban – Anthony M. Esolen, Ph.D., via X
3. The Last Ugly Biden Christmas – Erik Root at Chronicles
4. Dr. Ed Feser Refutes Cardinal Cupich on Kneeling Ban – Edward C. Feser, Ph.D., via X
5. Milwaukee Suburb Tell City Workers to Avoid Red & Green Frills, Be More Inclusive – Cth Vote
6. This Day In History: St. Nicholas Punches Arius for Saying ‘Die Hard’ Not a Xmas Movie – BB
7. CDW Has Clarified That Faithful Have Right to Kneel for Communion – Patrick Coffin via X
8. Why No Drones in the South? – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
9. The Trans-ing of Bud Light – Dad29
10. Father V. Supports Receiving Communion Kneeling – Fr. R. Vierling, D.Min., M.Div. via X

News:
FOCUS Co-Founders Receive 2024 Mother Angelica Award – Catholic News Agency
Evidence of Christianity A.D. 200 in Frankfurt, St. Titus Prayer – Catholic Arena
Fr. Gus Taylor, Co-Founder of Black Catholic Clergy Caucus, Dies at 84 – Catholic World Report

Punditry and Analysis:
Why Do the Gospels Tell Us So Little About Jesus’s Childhood? – C. Harrold at St. Paul Center
Mystery Hero Decapitates Satanic Statue ‘Holiday Display’ Near N. Hampshire Statehouse – CV
The Miracle of Notre Dame’s Restoration: Divine Call to Conversion – Tradition, Family & Property
Two Imaginative Books about a Single Place over Time – Emily Flynn at Christian Imagination
Ecclesiastical Design Studio: Jiang Huai Design of Malaysia – Liturgical Arts Journal
Why Does the Catholic Church Oppose IVF if It Creates Life? – Catholic Family News
Why We Should Make Space for Music in Our Lives – Justyna Braun at Aleteia
Philosophical Footnotes for the Year’s Darkest Days – Razib Khan at Unsupervised Learning
Gaudete Sunday – A Treasure To Be Shared

Advent (and Christmas):
See: New Mystic Update Posts – Mystic Update

Papal Trip to Corsica:
Corsica, Consalvi, China. . .& Francis – Fr. Raymond J. de Souza at The Catholic Thing
5 Things to Know About Popular Piety & Pope Francis’ Trip to Corsica – Catholic News Agency
5 Essential Historical Sites in Catholic Corsica (Photos) – Alice Alech at Aleteia

Our Lady of Guadalupe:
Archbishop Cordileone Wants to Encourage a Devotion to Our Lady of Guadalupe in U.S. – CNA

Pope Francis and His Jubilee Celebration of Sodomy Day:
No Clarity Regarding the Nature of the Announced Sodomy Jubilee – L. Knuffke at Catholic Vote

The Collapse of Syria and the Consequences for Christians:
Irish Branch of International Charity Launches Urgent Campaign for Christians in Syria – C Vote

Cardinal Cupich Ban’s Kneeling for Communion:
Suffering, Frail & Old, St. John Paul II Receives Communion Kneeling – Catholic Arena via X
Cupich: Don’t Show Jesus Reverence Because It Slows Down Procession – Raymond Arroyo via X
I’m Forever Thankful Cardinal Cupich is Not My Bishop – Aaron Irber via X
Cupich: No One Should Call Attention to Oneself Kneeling – Mason-Dixon Latin Mass Society
Theology of Kneeling – Joseph Cardinal Ratzinger via Crossroads Initiative
Cupich Asks Catholics ‘To Receive Holy Communion Standing’ in Chicago Archdiocese – CNA

Nancy Pelosi Scandal:
Overturning Nancy Pelosi’s Communion Ban: It’s Too Late for an Appeal, Expert Says – CNA
Pelosi’s Canonical Gambit – Philip F. Lawler, Ph.D., at Catholic Culture
Pray for Pelosi – Complicit Clergy
Vatican Expected to Uphold Ban on Pro-Abortion Nancy Pelosi Receiving Communion – LN
Bishop James Conley Supports Ban of Communion for Pelosi – Bp. Js. B. Conley of Lincoln via X
Nancy Pelosi Brags of Defying Archbishop’s Communion Ban – Thomas D. Williams, Ph.D.

Political News, Punditry, and Analysis:
Luigi Mangione & Killing to Right a Wrong – Dr. Christopher Kaczor at Word On Fire
PBS Re-Uses Radical ‘Expert’ to Rip Hegseth Cross Tattoo, Compare to Assassins – MRC
The Corruption Of The Food & Drug Industry – Lila Rose
New Prime Time Politics Posts – Prime Time Politics

Geopolitical News, Punditry, and Analysis:
The Biggest Genocide By The Russian Empire You’ve Never Heard Of – A Day In History
What’s Next for Syria? – Caspian Report
New Western Civ Defender Posts – Western Civ Defender

Pop Culture News, Punditry, and Analysis:
To Watch: Christmas Shows on EWTN – National Catholic Register
‘Blue Bloods’: The Most Catholic Network TV Series Bids Farewell – Fr. Raymond J. de Souza
Christmas 2024: Catholic Gifts for Anyone on Your Shopping List – Catholic World Report
8 Great Catholic Board & Card Games – Theresa Civantos Barber at Aleteia
Saint, the New Spirituality App That Aims to Reconnect Catholics With the Faith – Rome Reports
Catholic Author: Scorsese’s ‘Stylish & Slippery’ Approach to ‘The Saints’ – Catholic Vote

Indiscriminate News, Punditry, and Analysis:
Winter Trend: Fair Isle Sweaters – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist
Which Christmas Carol Was Written by a Saint? – Get Fed
Bringing Catholicism to the American Frontier: Missionary Journeys of St. John Neumann – TFP
Notre-Dame de Paris: Where All Unite Around Our Lady – Jn. Horvat, II, at Tradition, Family & Prop
Why Christian Chivalry Still Lives: Review of the Maxims of Christian Chivalry – TFP
Follow the Editor-in-Chief of Big Pulpit on X – Robert “Tito” Edwards
Catholic Fundraising Assistance – CatholicFundraiser.net

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