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TOP-10 NEWS STORIES:
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1.  The New & Glorious English Translation of the Sacrament of Penance – Fr. Allan J. McDonald
2.  The #TradWife Movement has Inspired Me to Ask Myself These Questions – C. Pigg at Aleteia
3.  Pavone was Accused of ‘Sexual Misconduct’ before Laicization – The Pillar
4.  Cardinal Re Horrified of Bishop Wilmer Heading C. D. F. – Il Messaggero via Catholic Conclave
5.  Can We Pray to the Archangel Uriel? Why E. W. T. N. Priest Warns Against It – ChurchPOP
6.  Spanish Priest Blasts James Martin for Poisoned Doctrine on Homosexuality – N. C. Register
7.  Study: Marrying Young Without Living Together First Yields Most Durable Marriages – Aleteia
8.  Bugnolan “Conclave” Begins January 30, 2023 at a Rome Airport Hotel! – Roma Locuta Est
9.  On the Road to Hyperpapalism – Martin R. Cejka at The European Conservative
10.  Backgrounder: Why is There So Much Christian Persecution in Nigeria – John Burger/Aleteia

Year of the Eucharist:
Adore Jesus This St. Valentine’s Day – Diana Ragsdale at Catholic Stand

Christendom:
Key Papal Ally Says Divisions in the Church Nothing New, can be Healthy – Elise Ann Allen at Crux
Jesuits Ask Fr. M. Rupnik to Stay Close to Rome During Ongoing Preliminary Inquiries – C. W. R.

America:
Revisiting “Santa Muerte” – Fr. David J. Nix at Pilgrim Priest
Priest Found Guilty of Blocking Entrance to Abortion Facility, Faces Prison Time – N. C. Register
2023 Winter Trend: Faux Fur – Meghan Ashley Styling, Catholic Mōdê Blog
Facing Declines in People & Money, Seattle Launches Parish Consolidation Push – Crux
3 Successful Ways to Fundraise in the New Year – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
N. Y. C. becomes First City in the Nation to Offer Free Abortion Pills – J. P. Mauro

Canada:
Cardinal Ouellet Denies Second Sexual Abuse Claim from Québec – Tom Heneghan at The Tablet

Britannia:
Scottish Catholic Magazine – Will Ross Official

Peru:
Peruvian Bishops Call For Peace as Unrest Continues – F. McDonagh & E. Teague at The Tablet

Evangelization:
Whitney Houston Sax Player Converts to Catholicism – Bess Twiston Davies at The Tablet
Evangelizing through Authentic Friendship – Michael Adams at Word on Fire

Apologetics:
Why Would a Priest Refuse to Forgive? – Jimmy Akin at Catholic Answers Magazine
Is the Body of Christ Male or Female? – Unknown Centurion at Catholic Stand
Did God Change Saul’s Name To Paul? – Philip Kosloski at Aleteia

Politics:
The Death Cult of Eco-Feminism – Paul Krause at Crisis Magazine

Liturgy:
What is the Zairean Rite & What Does It Mean for the Church? – Aleteia

Spirituality:
Do The Hard Thing – Rob Marco at Catholic Stand
Confidence in the Spiritual Life When We Are Weak – Jacqueline St. Clare at Catholic Stand
New Beginnings in Christ – Dian Ragsdale at Catholic Stand

Art:
How Mary—& a Painting—Inspired ‘O Magnum Mysterium’ – J. P. Mauro at Aleteia

Vocations:
Why St. Monica is the Go-To Saint for Modern Dating – Cerith Gardiner at Aleteia

Free Enterprise:
It’s Time to Treat Big Tech Like Big Tobacco – W. Bradford Wilcox at I. F. S.

Sacred Tradition:
Respect for Tradition is Vital if We Want a Culture of Beauty – New Liturgical Movement

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TOP-10 NEWS STORIES:
1.  Bishop Kurt’s Rising Ruthenian Star – Carl Bunderson at The Pillar
2.  You Might be able to Improve the Preaching in Your Parish, Change a Priest’s Life – Fr. Z’s Blog
3.  The Devilishly Heretical Fr. James Martin – Eric Sammons at Crisis Magazine
4.  The Late Benedict XVI’s New Book – A . C. Wimmer at Catholic News Agency
5.  This Heterodox German Bishop May Soon Be Vatican’s Doctrinal Head – N. C. Register
6.  Following the German Bishops’ Lead—to Disaster – Phi. F. Lawler, Ph.D., at Catholic Culture
7.  Farewell, George Neumayr, a Man with the Heart of a Lion – Robert Moynihan at Inside the V. . .
8.  What if They Restrict the T. L. M. Even More? – T. S. Flanders at One Peter 5
9.  Three Simple Words to Keep You From Judging Others – John C. Connell at Catholic Stand
10.  Inspirational Video of Little Children Play-Acting a Mass as Priests (Video) – Fr. Z’s Blog

Christmas Season:
What’s the Deal with the Christmas Ox & Ass? – Michael Lofton at Catholic Answers

Synod on Synodality:
S. S. A. Proponent Fr. Timothy Radcliffe Will Lead Synod Retreat – C. Mares at C. N. A.

Commentary & Opinion:
Meanings & Words – Fr. John Hunwicke at Mutual Enrichment
Proselytizing the Popesplainers – Kennedy Hall at One Peter 5

Christendom:
Liturgical War Instead of Liturgical Peace – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

Africa:
Mythbusting: “African Catholicism is a Vatican II Success Story” – New Liturgical Movement

Europe:
A ‘Dirty Schism’ in Germany? – Jonathan Liedl at National Catholic Register
Church in Germany Defies Vatican on Sexual Ethics – Michelle La Rosa at The Pillar
For Italy’s Catholic Church, the Battle of the Bells Tolls On – John L. Allen, Jr., at Crux
Will Don Bosco’s Mom be Beatified? – Aleteia
German Bishop Dismisses Vatican Concerns Over a Permanent Synodal Council – C. W. R.

America:
Montse Alvarado Named President & C. O. O. of E. W. T. N. News – N. C. Register
What was It like to be at the First Post-Roe March for Life? – Zoe Romanowsky at Aleteia

Canada:
Has Canada Finally Realized that Its Euthanasia Law is a Human Rights Disaster? – MercatorNet

Indian Sub-Continent:
Pakistan Tightens Its Already Far-Reaching Blasphemy Laws – J. McKeown at C. N. A. via C. W. R.

North America:
Prosecution Accused of Fabricating Witnesses for Trial of Nicaraguan Bishop – N. C. Register

Religion:
Hundreds Of Churches Closing in The West – Adam Gabbatt at The Guardian
Sorry, Anglicans, There Is No Third Way – Rod Dreher at The American Conservative

Free Enterprise:
Ten Topics You Rarely Hear Discussed Openly & Rationally on Mainstream Media – MercatorNet
3 Successful Ways to Fundraise in the New Year – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net

Theology:
What If You’re Wrong? – Bob Blundell at Catholic Stand
Nothing Escapes the Notice of God – Deacon Greg Lambert at Catholic365

Spirituality:
Am I Cooperating with Evil by Changing Generic “He” to Gender Neutral Terms – Fr. Z’s Blog
Why St. Francis de Sales was Skeptical of Self-Proclaimed Mystics – Phi. Kosloski at Aleteia

Culture:
Modesty vs. Androgyny – Abigail Kengor at Crisis Magazine
The Rise of the Single Woke & Young, Democratic Female – J. Kotkin & S. Abrams at MercatorNet
The Myth of a Good Divorce – Stephen G. Adubato at Plough Magazine
The Beauty of Silence – Dom Cingoranelli at Catholic Stand
2023 Winter Trend: Faux Fur – Meghan Ashley Styling, a Catholic Mōdê Blog
Helping Yourself To The Western Canon – Rod Dreher at The American Conservative

Education:
Teaching the American Civil War – Bradley J. Birzer, Ph.D., at The Imaginative Conservative
The Purpose of Mathematics in a Classical Education – Thomas I. Treloar, Ph.D., at T. I. C.
There’s Never been a Better Time to Homeschool – Theresa Civantos Barber at Aleteia

Philosophy:
Philosopher Georg Hegel & the Left Today – Michael J. Baglino at Catholic365

Evangelization:
The Sacrament of Marriage – David Torkington at Catholic Stand
A Closer Look at the Life & Legacy of St. Ignatius of Loyola – Catholic365

Politics:
Charles’s Britain: Land Of Woke & Glory – Rod Dreher at The American Conservative
Step Two – David Griffey at Daffey Thoughts
V. P. Harris & Her War on the Unborn – John Roskoski at Catholic365
Will The Right’s Next Pro-Life President Please Stand Up? – Jessica Kramer at Crisis Magazine
Report: U. S. Is ‘Most Permissive Country’ for Minor Gender Transition – Washington Stand
Making It Easier to Have a Child Doesn’t Require Making Birth Free – I. F. Studies

Obituary:
Bishop Matthew H. Clark of Rochester Dies at 85 – N. B. C. News
Remembering Paul Johnson, the Historian of Human Dignity – Hans Zeiger at Public Discourse

History:
Vatican Coins in the Fountain! A Brief History of Church Coinage – Luke Coppen at The Pillar

Short Links:
Gay Activists Couple Who Sexually Abused Adopted Sons Having Rough Time in Prison – T. A. C.
Netflix About to Bring You a Narnia Series, What Could Go Wrong – C. M. R.

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TOP-10 NEWS STORIES:
1.  Dialoguing with the Most Incoherent Document ever sent out from Rome – C. E. Olson/C. W. R.
2.  Jesuit Fr. James Martin Says “Gay Marriage” Is Marriage – Tho. D. Williams, Ph.D./Breitbart
3.  Make No Mistake, the Gloves have come Off – Fr. Allan J. McDonald at Southern Orders
4.  Vatican Investigates Newcastle Cathedral for Sex Party, Bishop Resigns – Leading Britain’s . . .
5.  How Would Modern Roman Missal Parishes Take to This Sign? – Fr. Allan J. McDonald
6.  Cleaning Lady Decided that Modern Art in Church is Rubbish – Spiegel via Catholic Conclave
7.  George Neumayr, R. I. P. – Wlady Pleszczynski at The American Spectator
8.  Catholic Church becomes a Place to Swing rather than Pray – Catholic Conclave
9.  Could Bevy of New Vatican Books Betoken Not Civil War, but Synthesis? – Jn. Allen at Crux
10.  Homosexual Mass on a Bicycle – Ansa.it via Catholic Conclave
Bonus:  Eucharistic Miracle of Kranenburg – Blessed Carlo Acutis Podcast

Commentary & Opinion:
Locker Rooms & Lessons in Gender – Leila Miller at Catholic Answers

Vatican:
Pope Francis Confers Lay Ministries Upon Ten People in St. Peter’s Basilica – C. N. A./C. W. R.
Bugnolo to Go Radio Silent Until after the Benepapist “Conclave”?! – S. O’Reilly/Roma Locuta Est

Christendom:
The 50 Countries Where It’s Hardest to Follow Jesus in 2023 – Christianity Today

Europe:
Medieval Pendant Found in a Garbage Pit may hold the Bones of a Saint – Live Science
Le Chiese delle Cittá: Sant’Agnese fuori la Mura – Nathaniel Gotcher at Ignitum Today

America:
Priest With Dementia Still Missing – Associated Press
Requiescat In Pace: George Neumayr – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Supreme Court Tackles Respect for the Sabbath in ‘Groff v. DeJoy’ – N. C. Register
“Walk for Life” in San Francisco – Fr. David J. Nix at Pilgrim Priest
2023 Winter Trend: Faux Fur – Meghan Ashley Styling, Catholic Mōdê Blog
Great Post-Dobbs Signs at the March for Life – Fr. Matthew P. Schneider, L.C.
3 Successful Ways to Fundraise in the New Year – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Pro-Lifers At Annual March – Micaiah Bilger at LifeNews.com

Britannia:
Second Bystander Ensnared by English Ban on Prayer Outside Abortion Clinics – C. N. A./C. W. R.

Africa:
The Horror In Nigeria – Jude Atemanke at Catholic News Agency

Philippines:
How the Santo Niño became the Philippines’ Most Popular Devotion – Philip Kosloski at Aleteia

Radio, Film, T. V., & Streaming:
The Blue Dahlia – Amy Welborn at Charlotte was Both

Spirituality:
The Seven Secret Symbols of The Rosary – T. J. Burdick, O.P., at Catholic Exchange
Learning to Pray with Power – Steve Greco at Catholic Stand
Patron of Children – Prayers to the Infant of Prague – Masha Goepel at Catholic Stand

Politics:
The Tip of Mount Paper – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

Philosophy:
Were They Snowflakes or Situationalists? – J. Budziszewski, Ph.D., at The Underground Thomist

Literature:
When Fiction & Theology Intersect – Mark Belanger at Catholic Stand
Let In The Darkness To Show The Light: A Plea For Catholic Fiction – Larry Denninger

Theology:
The Cross Is Not for Wisdom – Fr. Samuel Keyes at Catholic Answers

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TOP-10 STORIES:
Bonus:  Eucharistic Miracle of Kranenburg – Blessed Carlo Acutis Podcast
1.  ’60 Minutes’ Examines Medically Unexplainable Miracles of Lourdes – J. P. Mauro at Aleteia
2.  Something I Owe My Wife – John Cuddeback at Life Craft
3.  Love God with Your Body – Fr. Hugh Barbour, O. Præm., at Catholic Answers Magazine
4.  A Little Miracle in the Midst of the Pandemic – Christina M. Sorrentino at Catholic Exchange
5.  An Introduction to Mystical Marriage – A Talk by Fr. Ermatinger at Padre Pio Press
6.  The Sung Liturgy & the Eucharist (Video) – Chair of St. Peter Ordinariate
7.  An Altarpiece of St. Andrew the Apostle – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Movement
8.  What Does It Mean that God has Called You? – M. D’Ambrosio, Ph.D./Integrated Catholic Life™
9.  Miracles from the Litany of Saints – Mary O’Regan at Mary’s Blog
10.  Recognizing the Advantages We May Have & the Compassion that should Follow – O. S. V.

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TOP-10 STORIES:
1.  Former C. W. R. Editor George Neumayr Dies of Malaria while Working in Africa – The C. W. R.
2.  Incredible: Twin Saved Sister with ‘Distress’ Signal from Inside the Womb – Live Action
3.  Against the “Jesus” of the Journalists – David Deavel at The Imaginative Conservative
4.  Scientists Discover Two New Minerals in Meteorite – Simon Druker/United Press International
5.  Expert Advice on How to Brew a Good Cup of Tea – Kendra Wilson at Gardenista
6.  A Collection of Cookie Recipes – Magnolia
7.  God Blessed America – Christopher Flannery at The American Mind
8.  The Burden of Being a Family – Clara Piano at Public Discourse
9.  Station 14: Who is God? – Richard Auciello at Catholic Stand
10.  Wines & Mines in the Mon Valley – Salena Zito at Pittsburgh Post Gazette
Extra: Ryan Anderson on Why His Think Tank Targets Culture, Not Just Politics; Podcast – Mosaic

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TOP-10 NEWS STORIES:
. . . breaking . . . George Neumayr passes away last night in the Cote d’Ivoire . . .
1.  “We have to be Careful Who gets their Hands on It” – Amy Welborn at Charlotte Was Both
2.  Ask Father: Francis Said Priests Must Never Deny Absolution, True? Fr. Z Rants – Fr. Z’s Blog
3.  Cardinal Müller Sharply Criticises Pope Francis in New Book – Katholisch.de/Cthlc Conclave
4.  Dare We Fear That Most Men Be Damned? – Eric Sammons at Crisis Magazine
5.  Our Rivals May Not be as Powerful as We Think – Philip F. Lawler, Ph.D., at Catholic Culture
6.  Are Younger Catholic Priests Growing More Conservative? – Fr. P. Briscoe/Our Sunday Visitor
7.  Cardinal Zen: I Agree with Archbishop Gänswein on Traditionis Custodes – Ed Pentin/Register
8.  The Seven Communist & 36 Islamic Regimes That Most Persecute Christians in 2023 – Zenit
9.  The Council Hangs by a Thread: Response to Cavadini, Healy & Weinandy – Dom Alcuin Reid
10.  Word on Fire to Build New Studio in Rochester – Jeff Kiger at Rochester Post Bulletin

Year of the Eucharist:
Gaudium et Spes On Eucharistic Revival – Padre Pio Press

Synod on Synodality:
Pope & Synodal Way Should Not Appease Catholics Who Have Lost Their Way – Fr. McDonald

Second Vatican Council:
Dom Alcuin Reid Stands Athwart Traditionis Custodes & Its Defenders – Leila Marie Lawler

Commentary & Opinion:
Importance of Choosing to Live with Intention, Purpose (Video, Podcast) – Catholic Gentleman

Christendom:
Cardinal Kasper Criticizes Pope Benedict XVI Fans –  Katholisch.de via Catholic Conclave
Saint Thérèse of the Child Jesus‘ 150th Birthday, Will Pope Francis Visit Lisieux? – Zenit
Report: Christian Persecution at Highest Point in 30 Years – H. Brockhaus/C. N. A./The C. W. R.

Vatican:
The Service Begins of the New Prefect of the Vatican Dicastery for the Oriental Churches – Zenit
Pope Francis Prays for Nigerian Priest who was Burned to Death – J. P. Mauro at Aleteia

Europe:
How Steep is Poland’s Drop in Mass Attendance? – Luke Coppen at The Pillar
Fortunato Cardinal Frezza Enters Formally in the Order of Malta – Zenit
S. O. S. Catholic Poland – Rod Dreher at The American Conservative
The Via Francigena is the Oldest Pilgrimage Route in Europe – Daniel Esparza at Aleteia
Germany: Judicial Process Against Benedict XVI Is Suspended – Zenit

America:
Priest Warns of Dangers of Social Media after 12-year-old Girl Records Her Suicide – The C. W. R.
3 Not-So-Intimidating Wardrobe Tips to Kick-Off the New Year – M. A. Styling, Catholic Mōdê Blog
3 Successful Ways to Fundraise in the New Year – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
After Roe, Most Americans Support Abortion Restrictions: Poll – C. N. A. via The C. W. R.

Africa:
Nigerian Christians: Muslim Extremists Hunting & Killing Us Daily – B. Johnson/The Wash. Stand

South America:
Brazilian Bishop Authorizes Prayer for Private Devotion to Benedict XVI – C. N. A. via The C. W. R.
Amid Violence & Political Crisis, Peru’s Bishops Appeal for Calm – Elise Ann Allen at Crux

Religion:
Why United Methodist Tolerance of Conservatives Impossible – Jn. Lomperis/Juicy Ecumenism
Church of England Bishops Refuse to Allow Same-Sex Marriages – Brittany Bernstein at N. R. O.

Culture:
Dylan Kapit on How to Groom Autistic Kids – Rod Dreher at The American Conservative
The High Tide & the Turn – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
About that Christian Trans Teen Report, WaPo Ignored All the Inconvenient Voices – Get Religion
How to Style a Bookshelf with Visual Intrigue – Sacha Strebe at Eye Swoon
Reframing Homemaking as a Skilled Occupation – Ivana Greco at Institute for Family Studies
A Case for a March for Children – Nicholas Spencer at Public Discourse
Dobbs Dealt Blow to Abortion Supply Side; Now Pro-lifers Should Focus on Demand Side – I. F. S.
Dialectics about Dialects & Culture – Fr. Nathanial Dreyer at Catholic Stand
Abortions in Texas Drop 99% Following Roe Reversal – Katherine Hamilton at Breitbart

Theology:
My Kind of Antichrist – Francis X. Maier at The Catholic Thing

Evangelization:
How to Avoid Verse-Slinging with Protestants – Colin J. Causey at Catholic Answers Magazine

Politics:
Is Free Childbirth the Next Step for the Pro-Life Movement? – K. J. Jones/C. N. A./N. C. Register
The Great Climate Anxiety Grift – William M. Briggs, Ph.D.

Spirituality:
Proof of the Power of Saint Joseph, the Politically Incorrect Saint – Al Costa at Catholic Stand
The Blessing of Wicked Weather – Cynthia Millen at Catholic Stand
Why Men Pray the Rosary – Join RosaryMen.com – David L. Gray
The Mysteries of the Mandorla in the Guadalupe Icon, & More Links – Tito Edwards/N. C. Register
Is Prayer Really Necessary? – Richard Auciello at Catholic Stand

Education:
Mom Misses Chinese Communist Child-Raising Help – Rod Dreher at The American Conservative

Saint Blogs:
Some Monarchs Did Not Get The Memo To Go To Mexico – Ida Adams at Catholic Stand

Liturgy:
The Secret Garden of the Saints – Peter A. Kwasniewski, Ph.D., at New Liturgical Movement

Radio, Film, T. V., & Streaming:
‘Dune’ Foreshadowed an Abhorrent New Proposal for Surrogacy – Michael Cook at MercatorNet
Glass Onion & Our Culture’s Envy of Virtue – Anna Reynolds at Crisis Magazine

Statecraft:
China’s Shrinking Population is a Big Deal – Feng Wang at MercatorNet

History:
Father Ed: Rediscovering a Holy Priest & Founding Father of Alcoholics Anonymous – DC Exam.
How the Catholic Church Influenced the Pro-Life Movement before & after Roe – O. S. V. News

Philosophy:
Readings from The Portable Atheist: Christopher Hitchens – Adam Seiler at Catholic Stand

Short Links:
Gay Caesar Demands His Pinch of Incense – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
So Long Barbie Stalin – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
True – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

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TOP-10 NEWS STORIES:
1.  Thousands Attend Funeral of Modern-Day St. Francis in Italy – C. N. A. via The C. W. R.
2.  Pope Francis Rehabilitates Old Foe of Pope Benedict XVI – Kath.ch via Catholic Conclave
3.  N. H. L. Christian Athlete Refuses to Wear Gay Propaganda Uniform – Rod Dreher
4.  Gay “Couple” Violently Raped & Prostituted Their Adopted Underage Kids – The Am Catholic
5.  Schönborn Calls Gänswein Book Unseemly, Confirms Key Detail of B16 Papacy – The C. W. R.
6.  84 Catholic Dioceses Using Student Evaluation Company Promoting Gay Ideologies – Lepanto
7.  Two “Disobediences” Compared – Peter A. Kwasniewski, Ph.D., at One Peter 5
8.  Generation Z’s Great Crisis – Rod Dreher at The American Conservative
9.  Vatican Priest Advisor on Sexuality Barred from Priestly Ministry – Lk. Coppen, et al./The Pillar
10.  Forget Marie Kondo; Try This Catholic Approach to Home Organization – Zoe Romanowsky

Second Vatican Council:
Rise in Middle-Aged White ‘Deaths of Despair’ may be Fueled by Loss of Religion – Fr. Z’s Blog
Modernist Model of a Post-Clerical Church – Katholisch.de via Catholic Conclave

Vatican:
Pope Benedict’s Unexpected Legacy for Protestants – Sarah Stewart at Juicy Ecumenism

France:
Paris: Fight for Restoration of Suppressed T. L. M. Continues – Riposte Catholique/Catholic Cnclv

Middle-East:
Jesus Baptism Site Makeover Aims to Draw a Million Christians in 2030 – B. B. C. News

America:
3 Successful Ways to Fundraise in the New Year – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Pro-Lifer Mark Houck, Arrested in F. B. I. Raid, to Stand Trial Next Week – N. C. Register
3 Not-So-Intimidating Wardrobe Tips to Kick-Off the New Year – M. A. Styling, Catholic Mōdê Blog

Religion:
The High Cost of Welby’s Progressive Indulgences – Rod Dreher at The American Conservative
Historic Meeting of Orthodox Christian Scholars Convenes to Confront Divisions – R. N. S.

Politics:
A Hill On Which To Die: Defending Marriage – Regis Martin at Crisis Magazine

Health:
The Truth About Contraception Is Hidden, Concealed, & Masked – James Harris at Catholic Stand

Culture:
Abolish the F. B. I., Enjoy Those Mushroom Clouds in a Nice Ukrainian Borscht – Jn. Zmirak, Ph.D.
One Millennial’s Restlessness – Bob Waruszewski at Ignitum Today
The Problem with Human Composting – Sarah Cain at Catholic Answers Magazine

Spirituality:
Make These Prayers a Daily Habit, & More Links – Tito Edwards at N. C. Register

Radio, Film, T. V., & Streaming:
Fathom Events Brings Stirring Documentary “Lourdes” to Theaters Nationwide – Ignitum Today

Theology:
Predestination & How Sanctifying Grace Justifies Us – Gene Van Son at Catholic Stand
What’s in a Name? – John M. Grondelski, Ph.D., at The Catholic Thing

Evangelization:
The New Evangelization: Where Do We Begin? – Anthony S. Layne at Catholic Stand

Obituary:
Oldest Person in the World, French Catholic Nun Sister Andre, Dies at 118 – C. N. A./The C. W. R.

Philosophy:
The Will to Power Is Not the Christian Way – Jonathan Clark at Acton Institute

Short Links:
Muslims Will Inherit Germany – The Eponymous Flower
The Great Reset – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Blessed Sacrament Desecrated in Church in Nicaragua – C. N. A. via The Catholic World Report

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TOP-10 NEWS STORIES:
1.  Two Comparatively Quiet Deaths Key to a Deafening Catholic Story – John L. Allen, Jr., at Crux
2.  Thief Steals St. Michael Statue, Trips, is Injured by the Angel’s Sword – C. N. A./N. C. Register
3.  Cardinal Pell’s Toxic Nightmare – Hugh Hunter, Ph.D., at Crisis Magazine
4.  Des Moines Diocese Implements Anti-Woke Policies! – Rod Dreher at The American . . .
5.  So. . . about that Rumor. . . – New Catholic at Rorate Cæli
6.  His Time Is Short – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
7.  Soylent Green is People! Will the Vatican Respond? – Edward J. Barr, J.D., at Roma Locuta Est
8.  Ask Father: When can People Begin to Ask for Pope Benedict’s Intercession? – Fr. Z’s Blog
9.  Catholic News Service Closes, O. S. V. News is Born – Maria Wiering at O. S. V. News
10.  The Religious Persecution on Our Doorstep – Antonio Garrastazu at The Hill

Year of the Eucharist:
Transubstantiation: Do We Believe? – Mike Filce at Ignitum Today

Christmas Season:
Forgotten Customs of the Octave of Christian Unity – Matthew Plese at One Peter 5

Synod on Synodality:
Cardinal Zen ‘Very Concerned’ about Synod on Synodality – C. Mares at Catholic News Agency

Vatican:
Has Pope Francis Denied Cardinal Becciu Due Process? – Ed. Condon at The Pillar
A Reader’s Guide to Archbishop Gänswein’s Memoir, & More Links – Tito Edwards/N. C. Register
Before Reaching Rome, Ratzinger Put Modern Europe in the Rear-View Mirror – Get Religion

Christendom:
Cardinal Hollerich Thinks Conservatives Lack Intelligence – K. T. O. T. V. via Catholic Conclave

America:
McCarrick’s Lawyers Say He’s Not Competent to Stand Trial – C. N. A. via N. C. Register
Serial Sex Abuse in Chicago Public Schools Merits No Mention by Media – TheMediaReport.com
3 Not-So-Intimidating Wardrobe Tips to Kick-Off the New Year – M. A. Styling, Catholic Mōdê Blog
Archbishop Explains what Led to New Musical Setting of the Mass – John Burger at Aleteia
The Real & Present Danger of Volunteers – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Federal Court Rules Catholic Hospital Cannot Refuse Transgender Surgery – J. P. Mauro/Aleteia

Europe:
Thousands of Men Hold Rosaries, Sing Ancient Marian Hymn at Basilica in Poland – ChurchPOP

Africa:
Rwandan Priest Forgives His Family’s Killer: We Shared a Drink, Shedding Tears – N. C. Register
First-Ever Blind Catholic Priest in Kenya is Ordained – Magdalene Kahiu/C. N. A. via The C. W. R.

Britannia:
Bishops: ‘Conversion Therapy’ Ban Will Criminalize Christian Pastoral Care – N. C. Register
Protest Over Schools Merger in Downpatrick – Patrick Hudson at The Tablet

North America:
With Bishop Álvarez Trial, has Ortega Intimidated Nicaragua’s Bishops? – E. Beltrán/The Pillar

Politics:
Biden Threatening Civil War – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
The Decline of the Catholic Vote – Peter Maurice at Crisis Magazine

Culture:
Why Aren’t Young Catholics Marrying? – Rachel Hoover at The Catholic World Report
Facebook is Dead Unless You Post Something that Does Not Matter – Jef. Tucker at MercatorNet
U. S. A. Today Warns against Using “Problematic” Words Like ‘Aloha’ & ‘Hola’ – C. M. R.

Spirituality:
What Should Be Said at a Funeral? – John M. Grondelski, Ph.D., at The Catholic Thing

Free Enterprise:
D. E. I. Training: Harmful, Phony, & Expensive – Rod Dreher at The American Conservative

Philosophy:
Catholic Ethicists Discuss Fate of the Estimated 1 Million Human Embryos on Ice – N. C. Register

Science:
The Arrow of Time – Maurice Williams at Catholic Stand

Sacred Scripture:
Where Was King David Buried? What is the City of David? (P. D. F.) – Steve Ray
Ecclesiastes & The Fir Tree – Mary Ennis Meo at Catholic Stand

Statecraft:
United Nations’ Misguided Views of Sex, Health, & Happiness – G. Migeon, et al./Public Discourse

Theology:
The Magnificent Dogma of the Divine Maternity of Mary – Larry Peterson at Catholic Stand

Short Links:
What Vatican II Hath Wrought – Fr. Allan J. McDonald at Southern Orders

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TOP-10 NEWS STORIES:
1.  After the Death of Cardinal Pell, the Gloves are Coming Off – Fr. Z’s Blog
2.  Why Evil Is Spreading – Ray Sullivan at Catholic Stand
3.  Switching from Modern Plain Hosts to Old-Style Traditional Design Hosts – Fr. John Hunwicke
4.  Cardinal Pell & the ‘Demos’ Memorandum  – Ed Pentin at National Catholic Register
5.  When Padre Pio First Appeared to Me – Mary O’Regan at Mary’s Blog
6.  No Deity Necessary, but You are Invited to Worship Sacred Minorities as Idols – Rod Dreher
7.  From Pronouns to Names: The Latest Front in “Gender Identity” Wars – J. M. Grondelski, Ph.D.
8.  Latin Mass: The Mass Of The Ages, Feared by the Demonarchy – Guy McClung, Ph.D., J.D.
9.  Churches Closing & Rome Synods while the Church Burns – Various via Catholic Conclave
10.  Man Wearing Jesus T-Shirt Booted from Mall of America, “People are Offended” – C. M. R.

Commentary & Opinion:
Young, Christian, & Eager To Escape – Rod Dreher at The American Conservative

Vatican:
Choose Your Own Vatican Trial: Serious or Soap Opera? – The Pillar

Christendom:
Dead Men Do Tell Tales – Robert Royal, Ph.D., at The Catholic Thing
The Gates of Hell Will Not Prevail Against Your Marriage, & More Links – T. Edwards/Register
Benedict & Pell – Dan Hitchens at First Things
Death of George Cardinal Pell, & More Links – Tito Edwards at National Catholic Register
Cardinal George Pell: Australia’s Christian Prince – Tracey Rowland at National Catholic Register

India:
Bishops’ Meeting Ends Without Breakthrough on Liturgy Dispute – Luke Coppen at The Pillar

Britannia:
Drive-by Shooting at London Church Leaves Six Wounded, Child Critical – J. P. Mauro at Aleteia

Europe:
Link Fixed: Salzburg Pastoral Conference is a Synodalist’s Paradise – Katholische Kirche/CathCon

America:
Man Sets 10-Foot Cross on Fire Front of Church, Police Unsure of Motive – C. M. R.
3 Not-So-Intimidating Wardrobe Tips to Kick-Off the New Year – M. A. Styling, Catholic Mōdê Blog
The Real & Present Danger of Volunteers – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Catholic College Students Continue Marching for Life – John Burger at Aleteia

Africa:
Islamic State Bombs Church Service in Congo – Courtney Mares at C. N. A. via The C. W. R.

Religion:
Why So Many Single Christian Women Leaving the Church? – Katie Gaddini at Relevant
Young Turning To Satanism Over Christianity? – Gabriella Swerling at The Telegraph via M. S. N.
The Case for Faith-Based College Education – Tad Walch at Deseret News
Confronting Faith’s Postmodern Problem – Jonathan Yudelman, Ph.D., at Public Discourse

Liturgy:
This Sacred Choir Named for the Blessed Mother is the Real Deal – J. P. Mauro at Aleteia
Love Letters to the Latin Mass: In the Beginning – Cynthia Millen at Catholic Stand
Can a Bishop Restrict a “Private Mass” in the Usus Antiquior to a Priest & a Server? – N. L. M.
The History & Development of the Mitre – Liturgical Arts Journal

Health:
Many of Us Were Saying This Back in 2020 – D. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Maybe Our Culture Is Literally Crazy – Rod Dreher at The American Conservative
The Many Ways The Vaccination Seat-Belt Analogy Fails – William M. Briggs, Ph.D.

Spirituality:
Exorcist Diary: Demonic Dreams – Msgr. Stephen J. Rossetti, D.Min., D.D., Ph.D.
What is the Chartres Pilgrimage? – Get Fed™
Mercy Is Not Always Comfortable – Nicene Guy at Ignitum Today
Why Fast? To be Free – Fr. Luigi Maria Epicoco at Aleteia

Culture:
Can Weimar America Save Itself? – Rod Dreher at The American Conservative

Radio, Film, T. V., & Streaming:
Broker – Amy Welborn at Charlotte Was Both

Statecraft:
Israel’s Changing Population & Politics – Michael Brenner at MercatorNet

Theology:
Basics of Christian Anthropology, How They Speak to Moral Issues of Today – Msgr. Ch. Pope

History:
Recovering a More Perfect Union: a Rebuke of the 1619 Project – G. Tracy Mehan, III/MercatorNet

Politics:
Integralism & the Common Good – Jerry Slayer at The Imaginative Conservative

Etc. . .:
Where to Eat Carbonara in Rome: The 10 Best Restaurants – A. Tibollo at Fine Dining Lovers

Short Links:
Before the Jesuits Switched Teams – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

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TOP-10 NEWS STORIES:
1.  Ascension Press’s New Edition of the Catechism is Elegant & Accessible – The C. W. R.
2.  Catholic Crisis: This Time, It’s Different – Rod Dreher at The American Conservative
3.  Benedict XVI, Cardinal Pell, & Criticism of Pope Francis – Edward Feser, Ph.D.
4.  Francis to Gänswein: Pack Your Bags & Leave by February 1? – Die Zeit via I. V. via Rorate Cæli
5.  Chaput: Catholic Church’s Talent Bench ‘Pretty Thin’ After Benedict – Tho. D. Williams, Ph.D.
6.  Where Does the Francis Pontificate Go from Here? – Christopher R. Altieri/The C. W. R.
7.  Pope’s Role in Financial Scandal Again Takes Center Stage – Nicole Winfield at A. P.
8.  Women’s Religious Orders Since 1965, Their So-Called Springtime Renewal – Fr. A. McDonald
9.  Why Aren’t Young Catholics Marrying? – Rachel Hoover at The Catholic World Report
10.  Professionalism Accelerated Decline of Catholic Church in America – M. LeJeune
Bonus:  Eucharistic Miracle of Seefeld – Blessed Carlo Acutis Podcast

Year of the Eucharist:
Face to Face & Eye to Eye: A Reflection on Eucharistic Adoration – Fr. J. Kizewski/Adoremus
Eucharist Revival Through Billboards? – Joseph R. LaPlante at Our Sunday Visitor
Blessed Carlo Acutis – Michael R. Heinlein at Simply Catholic

Christmas Season:
Two Medieval Hymns for Epiphany – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Movement

Pope Benedict XVI:
Mosebach on Benedict – Leila Marie Lawler at Happy Despite Them Blog
In Brazil, Benedict XVI’s Legacy Inevitably Becomes Political – Eduardo Campos Lima/Crux

George Cardinal Pell:
The Broader Lesson of the Pell Saga – Rod Dreher at The American Conservative
Cardinal Pell: The Claims, the Facts, & the Verdict – The Pillar
Cardinal George Pell’s Final Years in Rome – Hannah Brockhaus at C. N. A. via N. C. Register
My Friend George Pell – Fr. Brendan Purcell at MercatorNet
The Record of Cardinal George Pell, R. I. P. – Leila Marie Lawler at Happy Despite Them Blog
George Pell, a Good & Faithful Servant – Madeleine Kearns at N. R. O.

Vatican:
Cardinals in Different Camps Agree Papal Resignation Should be Rare – E. A. Allen at Crux
Vatican Trial Captures Case for Separation of Powers – John L. Allen, Jr., at Crux

Christendom:
Nun’s Habits: from Looking like Nuns to Looking Like Nones – Fr. Allan J. McDonald
Anglicanism Refocused – A Treasure To Be Shared
We Have 550 Monasteries to Pray for You, & More Links – Tito Edwards at N. C. Register
St. Thérèse of Lisieux Was Destined to Be a Teacher of Souls – Jennifer Sokol at N. C. Register

Europe:
European Governments are Putting the Screws to Christians – László Bernát Veszprémy
For Italians, Disappearance of ‘Vatican Girl’ Remains ‘Mother of All Mysteries’ – Jn. Allen/Crux
Catholic Church in Austria Shrinking Dramatically – Catholic Conclave

Africa:
Why Are the Evangelicals Eating the Church’s Lunch in Côte d’Ivoire? – George Neumayr
Nigerian Priest Killed in Sunday Attack; Another in Critical Condition – The Pillar

Canada:
Canadian Publisher Pulls Catholic Textbooks After ‘LGBT’ Criticism – The C. W. R.

America:
Americans Rate Clergy Positively: 7th Among Most Ethical, Honest Professions – Zenit
Mayo Pharmacy: A Catholic Pharmacy Passionate About Life – A. Evinger at N. C. Register
3 Not-So-Intimidating Wardrobe Tips to Kick-Off the New Year – M. A. Styling, Catholic Mōdê Blog
Pavone: It’s Possible I Missed Laicization Notice – Sh. Mullen, J. McKeown, & J. Burkas at C. N. A.
Buffalo Sells Landmark Church to Muslims – D. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
The Real & Present Danger of Volunteers – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Suffer the Little Kiddies, & More Links – Tito Edwards at N. C. Register
Post-War Catholicism in the United States – Julian Kwasniewski at One Peter 5

France:
France: T. L. M. Group Forced to Celebrate Mass at Church Doors Locked to Them – C. C.

Britannia:
Franciscans Bid Farewell to Athlone – Sarah Mac Donald at The Tablet
What is the Anglican Ordinariate of Our Lady of Walsingham? – Philip Kosloski at Aleteia

Archeology:
Jericho: Archaeologists Uncover Early Christian Church with Ornate Mosaic – C. W. R.
Newly Restored House in Pompeii Offers Glimpse of Elite Life – Francesco Sportelli at A. P.

Politics:
The Klan Couldn’t Have Done Better – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
We Fought Jihad & . . . Jihad Won – John Zmirak, Ph.D., at The Stream
Dem Women’s Caucus Wears Matching White Butcher Coats in Abortion Support (Satire) – T. A. C.
Another Stash of Classified Documents Discovered During Biden’s Colonoscopy (Satire) – T. A. C.
G. O. P.-Led ‘Weaponization’ Committee to Investigate Arrests of Pro-Lifers – The C. W. R.

Evangelization:
The Four Lacunæ of the “New Evangelization” – Fr. David J. Nix at Pilgrim Priest

Art & Architecture:
The Progressive Stranglehold on Art & Architecture – Catherine Wines at The American . . .

Obituary:
Requiescat In Pace: Paul Johnson – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

Religion:
The Problem of Religious Traditionalists – Joseph Shaw, J.D., at The Critic
What are the Priorities of Archbishop “Woke” Welby (Video) – Gavin Ashenden

Sacred Scripture:
Who was Sosthenes in the Bible? – Philip Kosloski at Aleteia

History:
A Short History of the Sign of the Cross – Word on Fire
Why is Latin the Language of the Church? – Get Fed™

Apologetics:
No, Mary Was Not an Unwed Mother – Joe Heschmeyer, J.D., at Catholic Answers Magazine

Science:
Spitzer: God Reveals Himself to Scientists Thru Perfectly-Designed-for-Life Universe – C. W. R.

Statecraft:
The Triumph of Democracy in Brazil – D. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

Health:
Gender Ideology Breaches the Gates of Medicine – James O. Breen, M.D., at Crisis Magazine

Literature:
T. S. Eliot & Uncritical Biography – Edward Short at The Catholic World Report

Vocations:
Become a Channel of Grace as a Carmelite Priest – Fr. A. Ezechukwu, O.C.D., at Catholic365

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1.  Church Militant, Know Thyself – Fr. Ryan T. Ruiz, S.L.D., at Adoremus Bulletin
2.  The Miraculous Charlene Richard – Rod Dreher at The American Conservative
3.  Atheist, Former Navy Pilot Opens Catholic School After Finding Faith – Creative Minority Rprt
4.  To be Deep in History is to Cease to be Mormon: Jeremy Christiansen Interview – The C. W. R.
5.  Pope Prays New 20-Yr-Old Blessed will Inspire Youngsters: Maria Goretti of Brazil – Aleteia
6.  Is God Talking to Me? – Victor S. E. Moubarak at Catholic365
7.  Humility: The Cornerstone of Holiness – Fr. Ed Broom, O.M.V., at Catholic Exchange
8.  A Catholic Convert’s Journey: Michael Nazir-Ali – K. V. Turley at National Catholic Register
9.  The Rosary: The Spiritual Sword of Mary – Fr. Donald Calloway, M. I. C., at Catholic Exchange
10.  St. Ambrose on Repentance – Amy Welborn at Charlotte Was Both Blog

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1.  Conservatives’ Women Problem – Carrie Gress, Ph.D., at Theology of Home Blog
2.  An Unbreakable Story: The Lost Roman Invention of Flexible Glass – The Archaeologist
3.  In Defense of the Pharisees – Rod Bennet at Catholic Answers Magazine
4.  Inside the Charming Parisian Apartment of a French Designer – Architectural Digest
5.  Marriage & Manliness in Tolstoy’s “Anna Karenina” – Scott Yenor at The Imaginative. . .
6.  The Need for Cultural Literacy – Brett & Kate McKay at Art of Manliness
7.  What Home Ownership Has To Do With Healthy Families – Institute for Family Studies
8.  Intergenerational Wealth: A Vision of Property & Stewardship – Mk. Mitchell/Public Discourse
9.  How to Plan a Successful Party in 11 Easy Steps – Madeline Buiano at Martha Stewart
10.  Having More Babies Lowers the Risk of Endometrial Cancer – University of Queensland

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