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MORNING ISSUE:
Norbertine Nuns Mark 900th Anniversary with Biography of Founder – Jim Graves at The CWR
A Midnight Longing For Communion – Cecily Lowe at Catholic Stand
Valuing Celibacy – Timothy Reichert at First Things
New Year – Top 3 Fundraising Tips for Catholics – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Marriage – the Ultimate Commitment to Giving – Larry Peterson at Catholic Stand
Pro-Life 2.0: With or Without ‘Roe,’ Movement’s Future Is Now – Jonathan Liedl at NC Register
Returning to Mass — It’s Time – Christina Marie Sorrentino at Ignitum Today
How to Untie a Knotty Winter Style Prob: Winter Gnarls & Silk Scarves; Catholic Mode Blog – MAS
The Supernatural Power of Our Lady’s Name Against the Gates of Hell – Msgr. Stephen Rosetti
The Life, Faith, & Struggle of Joseph Ratzinger: Peter Seewald Interview – Carl E. Olson/The CWR
New Carmelite Monastery of Jesus, Mary & Joseph in Fairfield, Penn. – Liturgical Arts Journal
What It Means to be a Good Catholic Grandparent? Interesting Interview (Podcast) – Steve Ray
James Martin, SJ’s Enemies List – One Mad Mom
A Guide to Living in an Orwellian Digital Age – Eric Sammons at Swimming Upstream
Ask Father: What is the Church’s Role in Creating the Cancel Culture? – Fr. Z’s Blog
‘Columbusing’ & the Crisis of the West – Anna Abbott at National Catholic Register
Fulton Sheen’s Warning About Counterfeit Catholicism – Fr. Dwight Longenecker
Racing Canada to Tyranny – Kennedy Hall at Crisis Magazine
Podcast, Episode XXVII: Socialism (Part 1) – Brother Edmund Waldstein, O. Cist., at The Josias
South Dakota Governor Calls for Down Syndrome Abortion Ban – CNA via NC Register
How Can You Tell a Real Law from an Illegal Decree? – Cathy Caridi, J.C.L./Canon Law Made Easy
Jubilee Year in Santiago de Compostela Offers Chance at Plenary Indulgence – CNA via The CWR
Why Aquinas Wrote the Summa – Brother Simon Teller at Dominicana
What is RCIA? – Charles Johnston at Now That I’m Catholic
A Catholic Response to Chaos: Cultivate Your Gardens with Confidence – S. Fitzpatrick at Crisis
Peace of God – Carol Monaco at Catholic Stand
Rumors of Insurrection – Shane Schaetzel at Complete Christianity
PopeWatch: The Persecution Cometh – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Rome University Reverses Decision to Honor Fr. Pavone – Cin. Wooden at CNS via Catholic Philly
The Mortal Sins of Those Using Social Media – Fr. Allan J. McDonald at Southern Orders

MUSIC:
Sea Shanties Are A Thing – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

POLITICS:
Lest We Forget – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Trump Was a Vote of No Confidence – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Grim Prediction – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

BONUS NEWS LINKS:
Theopolitics can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Theopolitics
Civilization Watch can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Civilization Watch
The Samizdat Herald can be Reached at Its’ New Location – The Samizdat Herald
FŒDVS can be Reached at This Location – FŒDVS

MORNING ISSUE:
Intergenerational Care on the Bruderhof – Carmen Hinkey at Plough Magazine
The Best Catholic Bible – Leroy Huizenga at First Things
Praying with Scripture – Getting Started – Dom Cingoranelli at Catholic Stand
New Year – Top 3 Fundraising Tips for Catholics – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
How Families Can Prepare for Spiritual Warfare (Podcast) – K. Beckman at Catholic Exchange
Book Review: ‘Persuasive Pro-Life’ by Trent Horn – Ben Hutchinson at Ignitum Today
The Best (& Worst) Books I Read in 2020 – John Jalsevac at Utopian Idiots
How to Untie a Knotty Winter Style Prob: Winter Gnarls & Silk Scarves; Catholic Mode Blog – MAS
Far from the Spirit of the Lord: On the Pope’s New Motu Proprio – P. Kwasniewski, Ph.D., at Crisis
Deuteronomy Is an Underappreciated Book – William Hemsworth at Catholic Stand
Where Is Confirmation in the Bible? – Tim Staples at Catholic Answers Magazine
Loyalty & Localism – Jacob Imam at Those Catholic Men
The Flip Side of Sunny Spirituality – Jeannie Ewing at Catholic Exchange
When Members of Your Catholic Family are Gay, What Do You Do? It Depends – Fr. McDonald
New Biography of St. Thomas Becket Dispels Myths & More! – The Best In Catholic Blogging
Welcome to the Twitter Rapture – Jason Morgan at Crisis Magazine
The Transformation of the Parvis of Notre-Dame – Simone Zurawski at Sacred Architecture
Branded By Satan – Msgr. Stephen Rossetti at Catholic Exorcism
PopeWatch: Long Live the People – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
China Deemed a Top Religious Freedom Concern in 2021 – Mt. Hadro at CNA via NC Register
Glasgow Priest Launches Legal Challenge Against SNP’s Ban on Public Worship – Catholic Herald

VATICAN FINANCIAL SCANDAL:
Crikey! Australian Authorities Walk Back Vatican – Oz Transfer Report – J.D. Flynn at The Pillar

POLITICS:
Latest FBI Scam – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
It Was Barzini All Along – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Destroying the Public Square to Save It for the Tech Lords – D. McClarey, J.D., at The Am Catholic
Memores Sumus – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

BONUS NEWS LINKS:
Theopolitics can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Theopolitics
Civilization Watch can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Civilization Watch
The Samizdat Herald can be Reached at Its’ New Location – The Samizdat Herald
FŒDVS can be Reached at This Location – FŒDVS

OBITUARY(IES)/DEATH(S):
Fr. Maciej Zięba, O.P. (1954-2020) – George Weigel at The Catholic World Report
Catholic Archbishop of Glasgow Dies Suddenly at Age 70 – CNA via The Catholic World Report

MORNING ISSUE:
Discernment’s Fourth Rule: Learn from Your Preferences – J. Mirus, Ph.D., at Catholic Culture
The Beauty of Authority – Daniel Mark at Catholic Stand
Dear Friends Who Don’t Pay Attention. . . – One Mad Mom
New Year – Top 3 Fundraising Tips for Catholics – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Baptism & a Sense of Belonging – Fr. Gerald Musa at Ignitum Today
The Devil Came to Mass this Weekend – Edward J. Barr at Roma Locuta Est
Will Catholics Ever Return to Mass? – Eric Sammons at Crisis Magazine
How to Untie a Knotty Winter Style Prob: Winter Gnarls & Silk Scarves; Catholic Mode Blog – MAS
American Insurgents – Ryan Kraeger at Ignitum Today
Bishops’ Acquiescence Makes Restrictions on Worship Possible – Ph. Lawler at Catholic Culture
Trump’s Road to Emmaus Moment – Peter Darcy at Catholic Stand
First Principles | Catholic Conservative Party of America – David L. Gray
Bishops Want a Peaceful Transition, but to What? – William Kilpatrick at Turning Point
The Sin of Scandal & How Not to Commit It & More! – The Best In Catholic Blogging
Welcome to “Ordinary Time” – Msgr. Charles E. Pope at Community in Mission
Priest Accused of Abetting Alleged Sex Abuse Ring Hired by Diocesan Charity – Rlgn News Srvc
Ask Father: Baptism by Immersion but Water Didn’t Touch the Head – Fr. Z’s Blog
Steve Bannon’s Academy Wins 7th Legal Action vs. Italy’s Ministry for Culture – Ed Pentin
Bioethicists Alarmed by Ruling to Withdraw Food & Water from Catholic Patient – CNA/The CWR
Nigerian Archdiocese Still Doesn’t Know Why Their Bishop Was Kidnapped – Religion Unplugged
Cardinal Müller: Media Image of Two Popes Threatens Papacy as a Principle of Unity – CNA/CWR
Trump’s Second Impeachment in Context – Shane Schaetzel at Complete Christianity
Judge Halts Execution of Lisa Montgomery, Only Woman on Federal Death Row – NC Register
The Deplatforming of America – Declan Leary at Crisis Magazine
Argentina: Women Spiritually to Adopt Seminarians as Seminary Closes – CNA via The CWR
When Conspiracy Theory become Conspiracy Fact – Fr. David Nix at Pilgrim Priest
Amid Pandemic, Vatican Offers Guidance on Ash Distribution for Ash Wednesday – CNA/NC Reg

VATICAN FINANCIAL SCANDAL:
Vatican Secretary of State Knew of Investment Now Under Investigation – CNA/NC Register
Report: Rome Court Orders Return of Cash Found at Suspended Vatican Official’s Home – NC Reg

POLITICS:
Just Will Not Accept Election Results – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Orange Man Gone: Leftists Rejoice & be Worried – D. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
If They Ever Figure That Out – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Antifa Agent Provocateurs at Capitol Hill Riot – D. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

BONUS NEWS LINKS:
Pope: 2021 is The Year of St. Joseph – Laura DeMaria at Catholic Stand
Happy 80th Birthday, Fr. Joseph Fessio, S.J.! – The Catholic World Report
Theopolitics can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Theopolitics
Civilization Watch can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Civilization Watch
The Samizdat Herald can be Reached at Its’ New Location – The Samizdat Herald
FŒDVS can be Reached at This Location – FŒDVS

MORNING ISSUE:
Requiescat In Pace: Kathy Schaidle – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Prayer for Enemies – Fr. Z’s Blog
The Biden-Coddling, Trump-Condemning Bishops – George Neumayr at The American Spectator
New Year – Top 3 Fundraising Tips for Catholics – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
The Coming Covid-19 Vaccine—Dr. Theresa Deisher – Patrick Coffin at Catholic Stand
Social Media: Medium, Message, Etc. – Amy Welborn at Charlotte Was Both
How to Untie a Knotty Winter Style Prob: Winter Gnarls & Silk Scarves; Catholic Mode Blog – MAS
Theology of Home Shows Women the Beauty of Fruitful Living – Jennifer S. Bryson at Pub. Dis.
The Wildly Beautiful Conversion of John Edwards – Matthew Leonard
Confusion Twice Confounded: On the Motu Proprio Spiritus Domini – Fr. P. Stravinskas/The CWR
The Pandemic: Moving Forward & Taking Stock – Christian Daru at Catholic Stand
‘Fishwrap’ Calls for Reprisals against Catholic Trump Supporters – Deal W. Hudson at Crisis
PopeWatch: Condemn – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
When Tempted to Sin, Follow St. Francis de Sales’ Advice & More! – The Best In Catholic Blogging
Saints Who Live in Times of Unrest – Meg Hunter-Kilmer at Aleteia
Exploring Bible Passage That’s Difficult but Rich in Blessings & More – The Best In Cthlc Blogging
Traditions Cannot Have Shallow Roots – Brandon McGinley at Those Catholic Men
Downton Abbey Catholicism – Philippa Martyr at The Catholic Weekly
Top 10 Saint Quotes on Redemptive Suffering for Comfort During Tough Times – Scott Smith, J.D.
Phony Synodality: It’s Just Francis In Charge, His Own Way – Sandro Magister
When We’re Not Chosen – Rob Greving at Catholic Stand
The Country is Being Run by Heretics & Apostates – David L. Gray
St. Paulinus II of Aquileia – Brett Fawcett at Ignitum Today
5 Spiritual Effects of Baptism, In One Great Infographic – ChurchPOP
Why is the Color Green Used for Ordinary Time? – Msgr. Bill King at Simply Catholic
5 Inspiring Streaming Options Every Catholic Man Should Watch – Catholic Link

POLITICS:
I Admit I Laughed – David Griffey at Daffey Thoughts
Did You Think You Would See Something in Your Lifetime Like This? – Fr. Z’s Blog
The New Censorship – Donal R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Silencing by Social Media is Unprecedented Tyranny – Fr. Kevin M. Cusick at A Priest Life

BONUS NEWS LINKS:
Theopolitics can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Theopolitics
Civilization Watch can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Civilization Watch
The Samizdat Herald can be Reached at Its’ New Location – The Samizdat Herald
FŒDVS can be Reached at This Location – FŒDVS

EXTRA NEWS LINK(S):
Pope Admits Women to Ministries of Lector & Acolyte in New Motu Proprio – CNA/NC Reg
Understanding the False Claims of Pope Being Arrested & ‘Vatican Blackout’ – CNA/NC Reg

MORNING ISSUE:
The Revenge of the Blogs – Amy Welborn at Charlotte Was Both
What Do We Do if the Upcoming Administration Outlaws Mass & the Sacraments? – Fr. Z’s Blog
Lay Participation in Choosing Bishops? – Russell Shaw at The Catholic Thing
New Year – Top 3 Fundraising Tips for Catholics – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
The Virtue of Patriotism in a Time of National Distress – Msgr. Cha. E. Pope at Community In. . .
How to Untie a Knotty Winter Style Prob: Winter Gnarls & Silk Scarves; Catholic Mode Blog – MAS
Pope Francis: Vicar of Christ or Caiaphas? Asking for a Uyghur – J. Jones & Jn. Zmirak, Ph.D.
Nuns Arrested as Beijing Turns Up Heat on Church in Hong Kong – Reuters Special Report
Falsely Accused Priest Slams Shakedown Against Church, Lack of Due Process – Media Report
The Suicide of a Nation – Deacon Paul O. Iacono at The Fra Angelico Institute for Sacred Art
The Dead End of Human Fraternity – Timothy Flanders at Crisis Magazine
What is a Marian Consecration? – Scott Smith, J.D., at All Roads Lead To Rome
An Itinerary for the Conversion Journey – Charlette Mills at Catholic Stand
Arguments Against the Ordinariate Addressed – Fr. John Hunwicke at Mutual Enrichment
Curse the Darkness or Light A Candle? – Richard Auciello at Catholic Stand
The Gnostic Heresy’s Political Successors – Edward Feser, Ph.D.
Pets in Heaven? Don’t bet on It – Gene Van Son at Catholic Stand
Working with Nontraditional Families in Catholic Schools – D. Guernsey, Ph.D., at Newman Society
Ultraman’s Benediction – Thomas Tan at Ignitum Today
A Papal Latinist for 40 Years: So You Think Latin is a Dead Language? – Joan Lewis
The Free States to Pass Laws Banning Ideological Bans on Social Media – D. McClarey, J.D.
With Trump Gone & The GOP Dead, What’s Next for Us? – David L. Gray
Liberty Is Not Enough – Casey Chalk at Crisis Magazine
Nazis – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
The Divided States of America – Fr. Dave Nix at Pilgrim Priest
The Unschooled Intellectuals Will Inherit the Earth – Auguste Meyrat at Crisis Magazine
No Free Speech For You! – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
How American Catholics Trashed Their Civil Liberties – Fr. Dave Nix at Pilgrim Priest
ABC News Political Director Calls for “Cleansing” Trump Supporters – Matthew Archbold

BONUS NEWS LINKS:
Theopolitics can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Theopolitics
Civilization Watch can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Civilization Watch
The Samizdat Herald can be Reached at Its’ New Location – The Samizdat Herald
FŒDVS can be Reached at This Location – FŒDVS

MORNING ISSUE:
Ten Tips to Conquer the Sin of Envy – Fr. Ed Broom, O.M.V., at Catholic Exchange
The Power of the Eucharist – Lilia Borlongan-Alvarez at Catholic Stand
Spiritual Direction: What Is it, Who Needs It, & Why? – Mary Farrow at Catholic News Agency
Recite This Bible Verse Daily to Experience More Joy – Philip Kosloski at Aleteia
Using Sacred Art to Form Children to Resist the Lure of the Internet – David Clayton at NLM
Writing While Trusting in the Generosity of God – Barbara Padolina at Catholic Stand
Customs & Traditions: The Boy Bishop – Lucas Via at Liturgical Arts Journal
Blessed Charles of Austria: A Holy Emperor & His Legacy – Habsburg/The European Conservative
“Why The Youth Want Tradition”: Another Excellent Commentary from Brian Holdsworth – NLM
Appreciating The Divine Artist – Maurice Williams at Catholic Stand
King Richard’s Workshop: Preview of Some Newly Carved Stations of the Cross – Lit Arts Jrnl
Motolinia & Las Casas: Two Missionaries in the Americas – Kat. Hugo at Clarifying Catholicism
The Friars Helping to Renew the Church & More! – The Best In Catholic Blogging
To Be Christmastide Or Not To Be Christmastide, That Is The Question – Fr. Allan J. McDonald
The Mission Ad Gentes – Fr. Joseph Gill at Ignitum Today
Ask Father: Why Don’t Trads Want Permanent Deacons to be in Traditional Liturgy? – Fr. Z’s Blog
Pornography, Stress, & Being a Bad Husband. . .It Was Time for Mike to Look to Joseph – CE

BONUS NEWS LINKS:
Theopolitics can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Theopolitics
Civilization Watch can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Civilization Watch
The Samizdat Herald can be Reached at Its’ New Location – The Samizdat Herald
FŒDVS can be Reached at This Location – FŒDVS

MORNING ISSUE:
Convention of States: The Only Way Forward Now – Shane Schaetzel at Complete Christianity
God’s Justice & the Eucharist – Susan Skinner at Catholic Stand
His Were of Trouble: An Excellent Example for American Catholics – Dyspeptic Mutterings
New Year – Top 3 Fundraising Tips for Catholics – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
The Real Presence of the Eucharist in the Early Church & More! – The Best In Catholic Blogging
Woodcarved Crozier in Neo-Gothic Style by Catholic Wood Carver Paul Sirba – Liturgical Arts Jrnl
How to Untie a Knotty Winter Style Prob: Winter Gnarls & Silk Scarves; Catholic Mode Blog – MAS
Life with the Trinity ‘There’ on the Mountain, in the Garden, thru the Blood – Brother Jn. Joseph
Belief in the Divinity of Jesus Based on the Old Testament – J.P. Nunez at Catholic Stand
The Cathedral of Siena: Artworks in the Cathedral Museum – New Liturgical Movement
How Real Is Your God? – Ida Adams at Catholic Stand
How to be a Hermit – Mary Wellesley at The Spectator
Behold! I Make All Things New! – Augustines Alley
Is Money Laundering Reason for Unexplained Transfer from Vatican to Australia – Edward Pentin
A Deeper Look from Scripture at What Afflicts Us – Msgr. Charles E. Pope at Community In. . .
Armenia: When ‘Cancel Culture’ Means Canceling a Culture – Ines Murzaku at NC Register
On the Limits & Failures of Saints – Fr. Matthew McDonald at The Catholic World Report
Catholics & Abortion – Charles Johnston at Now That I’m Catholic
Deep Church: Bishop Barron Could Not Miss This Opportunity to Emote – Donald R. McClarey, J.D.
Francis Appoints First Lay Head of Roman Curia’s Disciplinary Commission – CNA/NC Register
Father Pfleger Is Asked to Leave Amid Child Sex Case – Brónagh Tumulty at WGN

AMERICA’S DATE WITH DESTINY:
Dems Will Now Proceed to Do Their Worst to Start Second American Civil War – D. McClarey, J.D.
A Prayer for Our Government – Michael Warsaw at National Catholic Register
That’s Different – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Those who Support Trump Should No Longer be Allowed to Publish, Use Internet or Fly – Fr. Zed
Top Men Are On It – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
HHS Issues Final Rule Protecting Faith-based Adoption Agencies – Mt. Hadro/CNA/NC Register

BONUS NEWS LINKS:
Theopolitics can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Theopolitics
Civilization Watch can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Civilization Watch
The Samizdat Herald can be Reached at Its’ New Location – The Samizdat Herald
FŒDVS can be Reached at This Location – FŒDVS

MORNING ISSUE:
Discernment: The Third Rule is Prayer – Jeffrey A. Mirus, Ph.D., at Catholic Culture
How 1 Welsh Priest Brought Our Lord to Empty Streets – K.V. Turley at NC Register
A New Sacristan’s Guide to the Traditional Roman Rite – Gre. DiPippo at New Liturgical Movement
Italian Wall Tapestries for Church Furnishing & Decoration – J.P. Sonnen at Liturgical Arts Journal
Unleashing the Virtue of Hope – John Kubasak at Catholic Stand
Mass in Time of Covid: What 2020 Revealed – Philip F. Lawler at Catholic Culture
The Challenge of Finding Jesus in Ordinary Time – Deacon Greg Lambert at Catholic Stand
Does God Hear Me? – Mary Deturris Poust at Simply Catholic
The Four Last Things: A Topography – Scott Davis at Catholic Stand
Torzi’s Vatican Extortion Charges Linked to Missing Govt Bonds – Ed Condon at The Pillar
Rigged Elections: There Is Another Way – Shane Schaetzel at Complete Christianity
Not Part of My Movement – Austin Ruse at Crisis Magazine
How Catholic Americanists Made America Safe for Integralism – D.G. Hart at Law & Liberty
Top Recommended Fundraising Goals for 2021 – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Don’t Eat A Demon – Msgr. Stephen Rossetti at Catholic Spiritual Direction
Is Sacrament of Confirmation Valid if Minister Uses a Stylus or Swab? – Fr. Z’s Blog
Requiring Genetic Tests Violates Fundamental Human Rights – Fr. Mt. P. Schneider, L.C.
The Catholic Roots of Godzilla – Thomas Tan at Ignitum Today
A Catholic Moment – Stephen P. White at The Catholic Thing
Her Name Was Ashli Babbitt – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
The End of American Hegemony? – Eric Sammons at Crisis Magazine
Of Audits & Elections – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
From Facebook’s “I’m Fed Up with Ugly Churches” – Fr. Allan J. McDonald at Southern Orders

RELIGIOUS FREEDOM:
PopeWatch: Hong Kong – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

LITERATURE & BOOK REVIEW(S):
Book Review: Live Not By Lies: A Manual for Christian Dissidents – Rod Deher – Jesse Russell

BONUS NEWS LINKS:
Theopolitics can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Theopolitics
Civilization Watch can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Civilization Watch
The Samizdat Herald can be Reached at Its’ New Location – The Samizdat Herald
FŒDVS can be Reached at This Location – FŒDVS

MORNING ISSUE:
The Truth About Saint Joseph – Catholic Spiritual Direction
Be Not Afraid – Sister Christina Neumann at Catholic Stand
Ask Father: Help for a Blind Priest who wants to Learn the Traditional Latin Mass – Fr. Z’s Blog
Proving the Existence of the Immortal Human Soul – Nat Guyear at Catholic Stand
The Remarkable & Wide-ranging Legacy of Mother Seton – Ch. Shannon, Ph.D., at The CWR
The Foster Children of Orthodoxy – Rob Marco at Catholic Stand
2021 College of Cardinals: Who Could Vote in a Future Papal Conclave – M. Mancini/CNA/CWR
Armenian Priest: Azerbaijanis Controlling Our Cities, Destroying Christian Heritage – NC Register
Catholic Coherence, Catholic Integrity – George Weigel at Ethics & Public Policy Center
What Happens When a Priest Faces an Allegation Decades Old? (Fr. Pfleger) – JD Flynn/The Pillar
In Belarus, Vatican Diplomacy Fails a Religious-freedom Test – Philip F. Lawler at Catholic Culture
5 Essential Tips For Young Adult Men To Live A Pure Life – Catholic Link
Rarely Seen Dante Divine Comedy Drawings Now Online – John Burger at Aleteia
Top Recommended Fundraising Goals for 2021 – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
If You Don’t Bother to Learn a Thing from Your Citizens Breaching Capitol, You’re a Fool – Fr. Zed
The Press I Saw During Breach of the Capitol Building are Not My Father’s Press – Fr McDonald
Watching the Chaos in Washington DC, Wherein Fr. Z Rants – Fr. Z’s Blog
Bishops React to Chaos at the Capitol in Statements & Tweets – NC Register
Don’t Feed the Trolls – Jane Stannus at Crisis Magazine
What Do You Wish For? – Kat Larson at Ignitum Today
Is Your Debate Style Passionate or . . . Poisoned? – Jennifer Fitz at Sticking The Corners

POLITICS:
Catholics: 20% of Population, 30% of Congress – Mark Pattison at Catholic News Service
Wave of Arrests in Hong Kong Targets Pro-democracy Politicians, Activists – Cthlc News Agency

BONUS NEWS LINKS:
Amen – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Why I Believe in Islam – Fr. James V. Schall, S.J., at Crisis Magazine
Theopolitics can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Theopolitics
Civilization Watch can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Civilization Watch
The Samizdat Herald can be Reached at Its’ New Location – The Samizdat Herald
FŒDVS can be Reached at This Location – FŒDVS

OBITUARY(IES)/DEATH(S):
Last Widow of a Civil War Veteran Dies – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

EXTRA NEWS LINK(S):
PopeWatch: Helder Camara – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Tucson Diocese to Suspend Indoor Masses for a Month Due to Virus – CNA via The CWR
Texas Navy – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

MORNING ISSUE:
I’ll See You in the Eucharist – Christina Marie Sorrentino at Radiant
Introducing the Newest Catholic Journal: The Pillar – Ed Condon at The Pillar
The Present Crisis – Eric Sammons at Crisis Magazine
Rights, Reason, & Responsibility – Ben Butera at The American Catholic
Subruit Hæc Aevi Demoliturque Prioris Robora: Iconoclasm – Dun. G. Stroik/Sacred Architecture
Why Is God So Invisible? – Rory Fox at Catholic Stand
Pontifical Science Acad. Emails Show Vatican Hostility to Climate Change Skepticism – E. Pentin
Tough Times Give Rise to Catholic Dissidents – Alicia Connolly-Lohr at Catholic Stand
The Storming of EWTN Continues – David Griffey at Daffey Thoughts
Top Recommended Fundraising Goals for 2021 – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Pope Francis, the Improvisational Pontiff – Fr. Raymond J. de Souza at NC Register
Chicago’s Fr. Michael Pfleger Accused of Past Child Abuse – Deacon G. Kandra/Deacon’s Bench
Can I Get an Awoman? – Thomas Griffin at Crisis Magazine
Can We Make a Legitimate Case for the Latin Rite’s use of Latin in the Liturgy? – Fr. A. McDonald
A God Who Surprises – Erin Cain at Ignitum Today
Is Islam a Religion of Peace, or of War? – Zubair Simonson at National Catholic Register
The Unseen Elements in the Journey to Bethlehem – Pamela Mandela at Catholic Stand
Dance Floor where St. John the Baptist was Condemned to Death Discovered – Fr. Z’s Blog
There’s More to James Randi Than Meets the Eye – Angelo Stagnaro at NC Register
Merry Christmas from Guam’s New Ordinariate Community – Peter Smith at AC Society
Jim Caviezel on Ronald Reagan & Freedom – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Har Har – Fr. John Hunwicke at Mutual Enrichment
Why Does the U.S. Electoral Process Breed Suspicion? – Fr. Raymond J. de Souza at NC Reg
The NY Times Celebrates China’s Version of “Freedom” – Mt. Archbold at Creative Minority Report
Efrain Reyes Didn’t Kill Himself – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
I Will have to be Fair . . .  – Fr. John Hunwicke at Mutual Enrichment

BONUS NEWS LINKS:
Theopolitics can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Theopolitics
Civilization Watch can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Civilization Watch
The Samizdat Herald can be Reached at Its’ New Location – The Samizdat Herald
FŒDVS can be Reached at This Location – FŒDVS

MORNING ISSUE:
The Catholic Renewal – Shane Schaetzel at Complete Christianity
The Legend of Pope St. Silvester I – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Movement
Top Recommended Fundraising Goals for 2021 – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
On the Mystery of Time – Msgr. Charles E. Pope at Community in Mission
This Priest is Amazing! You Need to Watch This Sermon on “The Next 4 Years? – Fr. R. Heilman
Modernity, Art, & Liturgy – Michael De Sapio at The Imaginative Conservative
Watch: Fr. Heilman’s Powerful Homily, Rebellion to Tyrants is Obedience to God – Complicit Clergy
Vatican Loot Goes Down Under – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Globalist Tony Annett Doesn’t Like It when We Pray for Protection Against Satan – Fr. Z’s Blog
One Mad Mom’s Predictions for 2021 – One Mad Mom
EWTN Accused of Racism for Firing Gloria Purvis – David L. Gray at DavidLGray.info
Why January 1 is the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God – Steve Kellmeyer at Ignitum Today
“Annus Horribilis” for the Vatican Secretariat of State, But It’s Not Over – Sandro Magister
The Gift of Faith Grew From a Tiny Mustard Seed – Betty Parquette at Catholic Stand
Vatican Says $2.3B Transferred to Australia ‘Like Science Fiction’ – Ph. Pullella/Reuters/The SMH
New Year’s Catholic Resolution – Alex Strittmatter at Catholic Stand
Surviving the Catholic Church – Joseph Sciambra at Sons of St. Joseph
Where We Are – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Don’t Know Much About Theology – Anna Abbott at NC Register
Police State – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Wikileaks Just Dumped All Their Files Online, Happy New Year! – Fr. Z’s Blog
Former Comptroller of Steubenville Diocese Sentenced for Embezzlement – Highland Cty. Press

BONUS NEWS LINKS:
Theopolitics can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Theopolitics
Civilization Watch can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Civilization Watch
The Samizdat Herald can be Reached at Its’ New Location – The Samizdat Herald
FŒDVS can be Reached at This Location – FŒDVS

Note: We will be posting less links in order to set aside time to improve our online security features.  We will return to robust posting on January 5.

MORNING ISSUE:
A Great Renovation: Baltimore’s St. Philip Neri Church – Tom’s Digest
God Tells Us Not to Trust in Princes, We Should Probably Listen – G. Van Son/Catholic Stand
Towards a New Counter-Revolution – Declan Leary at Crisis Magazine
Top Recommended Fundraising Goals for 2021 – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Carl Trueman’s Cultural Tour de Force – Carl E. Olson at National Catholic Register
St. Thomas Becket, Integralist – The Josias
Duty Calls, ‘To Each One His Work’: ἐξουσία – Brother John Joseph at Ignitum Today
What Catholics Need to Know about Islam – Raymond Ibrahim at Middle East Forum
Pope Francis, How to Characterize His Pontificate? – Andrea Gagliarducci at Monday Vatican
A Presidential Order on Civic Architecture Will Engender Creativity & Variety – D. Clayton/NLM

BONUS NEWS LINKS:
Theopolitics can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Theopolitics
Civilization Watch can be Reached at Its’ New Location – Civilization Watch
The Samizdat Herald can be Reached at Its’ New Location – The Samizdat Herald
FŒDVS can be Reached at This Location – FŒDVS

Note: We will be posting less links in order to set aside time to improve our online security features.  We will return to robust posting on January 5.