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VVEDNESDAY MORNING EDITION

Anti Catholic Cartoon by Tom Halliday of the Sunday Independent, Ireland (Credit: Fr. Z’s Blog)

Anti-Catholic Cartoon Reveals the Spirit of the Recent Anti-Life Irish Referendum

. . .a lay reader today alerted me to an opinion cartoon in The Sunday Independent in Ireland.  That sad, earthly-enslaved nation repealed by referendum the 8th amendment to their Constitution, which protected the right to life of the unborn.  The Constitution, by the way, begins in the name of the Trinity & says, “humbly acknowledging all our obligations to our Divine Lord, Jesus Christ”. . .

by Father John Zuhlsdorf,

of Fr. Z’s Blog

Live Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Adorecast
The Surprising Way “Newly Ordained Priests Exit the Sacristy in Poland”! – ChurchPop
Bolivian Cardinal-Elect Denounces Rumors of a Wife & Children – CNA via NC Register
. . . & Then There’s the Australian Archbishop Who Won’t Resign – Ph. Lawler, Cth Cult
Vatican Re-Affirms St. John Paul II’s Ban on Priestesses, Now What? – Fr. Longenecker
LeBron James Becomes Priest; Carries Catholic Church On Back (satire)  – Eye of t. . .
Who Was Abraham? The Modern Attack on Abraham – Scott Smith J.D., All Roads Le. . .
Ireland’s Vote: The Fruit of Years of Catholic Complacency – Phil Lawler, Cthlc Culture
Culture Wars: Where Are We Now? – Rod Dreher, TAC Blogger
Theresa May Celebrates Abortion in Ireland, What Was She Thinking – Fr A Lucie-Smith
A New Carmel & Center of Traditional Liturgy – Peter A. Kwasniewski Ph.D., Rorate Cæli
Rees-Mogg Wins Praise, But Unwittingly Privileges Tolerance Over Truth – Phi. Primeau
Knowing the Holy Spirit: Insight from the Gospel of St. John – Fr. N. Blackwell O. Carm.
Book Review of Jen Fulwiler’s “One Beautiful Dream” – Katie Curtis, Helena Daily
The New Pro-life Movement & the Irish Vote – Donald R. McClarey J.D., TACatholic
Evangelization & Conversion, Yes, But How? – Tho. E. Gullickson, ad montem myrrhae
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TVESDAY AFTERNOON EDITION

Cardinal-Elect Bishop Toribio Ticona & Pope Francis Embrace (Credit: elpais.cr)

The Vatican is Asked to Confirm if Bolivian Cardinal-Elect Bishop Toribio Ticona is Married with Children

. . .In response to reports that Bolivian Cardinal-Designate Bishop Toribio Ticona, 81, has a “wife” & “children,” Edward Pentin asked the Vatican to confirm whether this story is true, & if so, whether Pope Francis knew of it before he named him Cardinal. . .

by Joan Lewis,

of Joan’s Rome

Live Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Adorecast
Failed Portland Business Sues ‘Bigot’ Catholic Church – Rod Dreher, TAC Blogger
The Irish Abortion Vote & the New Pro-Life Movement’s Awful Silence – D. Griffey, DTh
Threats of Murder Go Unpunished at Providence College – Ant. M. Esolen Ph.D., Crisis
Ten Ways to Win the Battle for Purity – Fr. Ed Broom O.M.V., Catholic Exchange
Why Psychologists’ Selective Opposition to Gay Therapy Undercuts Their Field – Sabey
Sunday Sports & Honoring the Third Commandment – E. Christian Brugger, NC Register
Asking the Question, “Where Was God?” – Nicholas LaBanca, Catholic Stand
It’s More Effective to Attract Than to Simply Chastise – Leo. J. DeLorenzo Ph.D., ChLJ
5 Ways to Have a Super Catholic Summer – Katie Prejean, epicPew
How You Can Get Plenary Indulgences This Summer – Joseph Pronechen, NC Register
Politico Slams Amazon for Banning Christian Org. from Charity Program – R. Donachie
An American Conspiracy Against Agreement Between Rome & Beijing? – S. Magister, SC
How to Foster a Humble Heart, According to St. Francis de Sales – Philip Kosloski, Alet.
People Are Less Selfish Under Capitalism – Bar. P. Brownstein Ph.D., Fndtns for Econ Ed
Principles of Catholic Social Doctrine Hailed as Solution to Political Divide – T. Hoopes
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TVESDAY MORNING EDITION

New Ordinations (Credit: Screen Shot from Institute of Christ the King Sovereign Priest via Liturgy Guy)

Use a Model Diocese to Produce an Over Abundance of Priestly Vocations

. . .It seems like the question keeps coming up & yet there seems to be little to no response from our Bishops.  Every year since 1965, the priest to faithful ratio has gotten worse.  There is not much more than hand-wringing going on to solve the problem.  The trend keeps spiraling downwards.  The seminaries of yesteryear are almost all closed, consolidated, or operating at minimal capacities. . .

by Father Donald L. Kloster,

via Liturgy Guy

Live Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Adorecast
One of New Cardinals Has Fathered Children, According to Adelante la Fe – R. Cæli
The Summer Reading List That Will Change Your (Faith) Life – Chloe Langr, epicPew
Priestesses & the Marriage Supper of the Lamb – Fr. Dwight Longenecker
Jesus Mythicism: No Contemporary References to Jesus – T. O’Neill, Hstry for Atheists
The Archdiocese of Utrecht May Be About To Sell Its Ancient Cathedral – Mark de Vries
Former Col. QB & NFL Prospect Pursues Vocation as Catholic Missionary – J.P. Mauro
How Facebook is Censoring a Pro-Life Movie “Roe v. Wade” – Tom Blumer, Life News
Does Fatherlessness Cause Atheism? Dr. Paul Vitz – Patrick Coffin, Catholic Stand
A Great Cardinal is Turning Catholics Into Political Force in Secular Uruguay – S. Nolan
8 Years Ago, He Forgave a Debt, Now That Kindness Sparked a Movement – C. Gardiner
Vietnam Miracle: When the Little Flower Appeared to a Man – Larry Peterson, Aleteia
Children Under Siege in the Digital Age – Allison Burr, The Imaginative. . .
An International Christian Confederation – Rod Dreher, TAC Blogger
Norbert McAuliffe: The Newest “Venerable” from America – Philip Kosloski, Aleteia
US Student Loans Stopping You from Entering Seminary? There’s Help – Sim. Dennerly
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MONDAY EDITION

Kansas University Integrated Humanities Program Fruits (Credit: ChurchPop)

The Amazing Humanities Department at an American Public University that was Shut Down After Too Many Students Converted to Catholicism

. . .in the 1970s there used to be a humanities program at the University of Kansas that got shut down because too many of its students were converting to Catholicism. . .

from ChurchPop

Live Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Adorecast
Ireland Votes Pro-Abortion for Trinity Sunday, the Heavens Respond – Fr. Z’s Blog
Pope has Opened Up a New Path to Becoming Cardinal – Fr. Raymond J. de Souza
Did the Catholic Left & Homosexualists Ignore Popes’ Words about Seminarians? – Z
Bishop Morlino’s Clear Commencement Address: “Let’s Be Politically Incorrect” – Fr. Z
Evil in Storytelling – Foxfier, The American Catholic
The Cleric in Chile Who Recorded Sex Abuse Charges Reports Himself – Inés San Martín
Green Fields of Ireland Stained Blood Red – Ben Butera, The American Catholic
Concerning Innovations – Fr. Z’s Blog
Let Boys be Boys; BSA No Longer Fosters Male Bonding – Tom Collingwood, Cthlc Stand
Divine Providence (College)? Not So Much – One Mad Mom
The Blessed Trinity is a Mystery, Not a Puzzle – Fr. Geo. W. Rutler Th.D. S.T.D., NCRgstr
How to Know if a Trend is “For You” – Meghan Ashley, Meghan Ashley Styling
NFP, God’s Faithfulness, and Family Size – Susanna Spencer, National Catholic Register
Catholicism, Fundraising, Book Launches, & Overcoming Struggles – Brice Sokolowski
Saving Goldicott Convent — on Heritage Sites – Jean Elizabeth Seah, Ignitum Today
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SVNDAY EDITION

Roman Collar (Credit: CC0 via Aleteia)

6 Reasons to be a Priest

. . .just like his father before him, my oldest son entered seminary — & just like me, he didn’t stay.  I hope my other sons will give seminary a try also — & I pray that one is called to be a priest. . .

by Tom Hoopes,

of Aleteia

Live Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Adorecast
A Cry for the Warrior Priest – Fr. Dwight Longenecker
Quæritur: Forgetting Sins During Confession – Fr. Z’s Blog
This Spectacular Ceiling Mosaic in St. Louis Cathedral (US) is World’s Largest – J Burger
What You Need to Know About the Cistercians – Philip Kosloski, Aleteia
Inculturation: Japanese and Chinese Madonnas – Shawn R. Tribe, Liturgical Arts Journal
Advice from St. Francis de Sales on How To Be a Virtuous Person – Ph. Kosloski, Aleteia
A Visual Guide to Guardian Angels: What You Need to Know – Phi. Kosloski, Aleteia
Appearance versus Reality: Christ’s Body in the Eucharist – Dan Byron, Catholic Stand
Open Your Eyes, Pro-Life Feminists are Everywhere – Helene Alvaré, CNN
Through the Holy Spirit, Christ Can Be With Us Always – Fr. Geo. W. Rutler Th.D. S.T.D.
Becoming True Men of Christ: Poverty, Poor in Spirit – Matthew B. Rose, Cthlc Exchange
How to Choose Art for the Psalms & the Divine Office – Dav. Clayton, New Ltrgcl Mvmnt
The Spiritual Life, Silence, & the Sacred Liturgy – Veronica A. Arntz, Rorate Cæli
How to Be a Catholic Missionary – Jennifer Fitz, National Catholic Register
Seeing the Face of God in the Poor – Laura DeMaria, Catholic Stand
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SATVRDAY EDITION

The Dragon of Revelation by Giusto de Menabuoi (Credit: Community in Mission)

Why Is There Such Strong Hatred for the Church?

. . .the world hates us to the degree that we are true Christians. . .

by Monsignor Charles Pope,

of Community in Mission

Live Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Adorecast
Europe is Committing Suicide – Donald R. McClarey J.D., The American Catholic
Cardinal Sarah Will Be Next to Announce ‘Habemus Papam’ – Aleteia
We Should Thank BBC for Correcting Mistake on Fr. Jn. Gerard – Fr. Lucie-Smith Ph.D.
The Practice of Catholicism & Modern Identity – Fr. Justin M. Brophy O.P., ChLJ
These Astonishing Miracles Led to St. Rita’s Canonization – Philip Kosloski, Aleteia
The Miracle Boy & Problems With the Brain-Death Diagnosis – E. Christian Brugger, Reg
On Traditional Form – Martin Mosebach, The Catholic Thing
The Chilean Bishops Crisis – Philip Lawler, First Things
This Republic was Started by a Saint 1700 Years Ago – J.P. Mauro, Aleteia
Bernard Lewis, Influential Scholar of Islam, Is Dead at 101 – Douglas Martin, N.Y. Times
Why We Should Read “Gaudete et Exsultate” – Anne Marie Miller, Ignitum Today
The Stephen Herreid Guide to Arguing with Friends Online – Stephen Herreid, Cth Vote
Breaking the Stereotype: Comfort Shoes – Meghan Ashley Sabo, Meghan Ashley
US Futile-Care Debate: How Cases Like Alfie Evans’ Handled Here? – Brian Fraga, NCRg
Simple, Little, Humble: Newborn Symbolizes Spirituality of St. Bernadette – S. Carey
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FRIDAY AFTERNOON EDITION

Ordinations (Credit: flickr)

Boom! The Fort Wayne-South Bend Diocese Is Ordaining the Largest Class in Over 40 Years

. . .Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend’s large priest ordination class part of a growing interest by young people in religious life. . .

by Kevin Kilbane,

of News-Sentinel

Live Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Adorecast
Why was Bishop Barros Appointed in the First Place? – Fr. Ale. Lucie-Smith Ph.D., CH
The Referendum in Ireland – David Warren, Essays in Idleness
Liturgical Abuses & Moral Corruption – Birgit Jones, Catholic Stand
On Debating Anti-Catholics – Karl Keating, KarlKeating.com
The Intercommunion Debate in Germany Is Shaking the Whole Church – San. Magister
In New York City, a New Approach to Catholic School Bears Fruit – E. Short, The CWR
Marriage: Christianity vs. Islam – Ali ibn Hassan, Catholic Answers Magazine
10 Signs That Shakespeare Was Catholic – Fr. Dwight Longenecker, Ntln Cthlc Register
Card. Arinze: Can’t Share Communion with Non-Catholics Like Beer or Cake – Cth Hrld
These 5 Catholic Scientists Shaped Our Understanding of the World – Stephen Beale
The Biblical Roots & History of Indulgences – Dave Armstrong, Ntnl Catholic Register
The God of Second Chances – Erin Cain, Ignitum Today
Today is the Feast Day of St. Bede the Venerable – J.B. Pauley, St. Benet Biscop. . .
Cheers to a Holy Happy Hour – Sofia Infante, Helena Daily
Keeping Catholic Foster Care in Philadelphia – Kathryn Jean Lopez & Lori Windham, NR
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FRIDAY MORNING EDITION

Three Horned Pig is Lucifer

God’s Chat with the Devil; The Vision of Pope Leo XIII

. . .while he was attending Mass in 1884 Pope Leo XIII reportedly had a vision & overheard a conversation between God & the devil, Satan. . .

by Daniel Demers,

of Catholic Stand

Live Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Adorecast
Wounded Veterans Seek Healing & Peace in the Waters of Lourdes – CNA/EWTN News
Gran Torino Confession – Donald R. McClarey J.D., The American Catholic
Quæritur: Sorting Out Confusing, Contradictory Messages From Priests – Fr. Z’s Blog
Folly, Vice, & Madness: Repeal the 8th Threatens the Social Contract – B Arnold D.Litt.
When Justice Anthony Kennedy Retires, an Ugly Struggle Will Follow – Rus. Shaw, CWR
What Happens to Bishops Who Resign? – Nicholas Senz, The Dispatch via The CWR
Italian Government’s Demographics Problems – Marcus Roberts, Mercatornet
Gender Dysphoria vs. Gender Ideology – Charles Lewis, National Catholic Register
Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity, Sun. Readings Explained – John Bergsma Ph.D., TSP
757 Patients Were Euthanized in Quebec Last Year, a 67% Increase – Alex Schadenberg
Appeals Court Upholds Overturning Calif. Law Legalizing Suicide – A. Schadenberg, LN
How to Know if a Trend is “For You” – Meghan Ashley, Meghan Ashley Styling
Discernment of Our Thoughts & Prayers – Brandon Schild, Catholic Stand
Catholicism, Fundraising, Book Launches, & Overcoming Struggles – Brice Sokolowski
Vatican Bank’s Net Profit Down by €4 Million, a Report Says – Carol Glatz, Cthlc Herald
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THVRSDAY AFTERNOON EDITION

Statue of an Angel (Credit: Catholic Stand)

To the People of Ireland & the World

. . .on May 25, A.D. 2018, a referendum will be held in Ireland on whether to repeal or retain the constitutional ban on abortion.  How the Irish decide to vote is of unutterable importance to all of us because the results of Friday’s election will have a ripple effect all over the world. . .

by Brian McShane,

of Catholic Stand

Live Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Adorecast
Incredible Photos: The Pro-Life Movement You’ve Never Seen – Jeffrey Bruno, Aleteia
7 Unforgettable Movie Priests – Cerith Gardiner, Aleteia
Protestant Americans See Sharp Decline, Survey Reports – John Burger, Aleteia
Why Catholics Should Take Cryptocurrencies Seriously – Philip Booth, Catholic Herald
Brazil’s Surprise Vocations Boom – Miguel Cullen, Catholic Herald
6 Ways To Help Women When Abortion Is Finally Outlawed – Geo. Boorman, The Fdrlst
How Europeans are Fighting Back Against Sunday Trading – Matthew Schmitz, Cath Hrld
After Cecile Richards, What’s Next for Planned Parenthood? – Peter Jesserer Smith, Rg
8 Essential Religious Sister Twitter Accounts You Need to Follow – Theresa Williams, eP
Are We Really Any More Civilized than the World of King Lear? – Fr. Lucie-Smith Ph.D.
Learning the Lessons of Chile – Fr. Gerald E. Murray J.C.D., The Catholic Thing
Voucher Programs: Problems & Promises for Catholic Schools – Brett Bertucio, ChLJ
After Latest Christian Deaths, Nigeria’s Bishops Warn ‘Clock Ticking’ – Inés San Martín
Plenary Indulgence for Participating in World Meeting of Families – Cindy Wooden, CH
Will China End Its 2-Child Forced Abortion Policy? Don’t Celebrate Yet – Reg. Littlejohn
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Pope Francis (Credit: Screen Shot from middleeastmonitor.com)

Pope Francis on Same-Sex Attracted Seminarians to Italian Bishops Conference: This Bridge is Closed!

. . .Pope Francis: “if you have also the slightest doubt it’s better not to let them (same-sex attracted seminarians) enter” — translated by Fr. Zed from Italian. . .

by Father John Zuhlsdorf,

of Fr. Z’s Blog

Live Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Adorecast
How to Respond When Someone Says ‘God Made Me Gay’ – Fr. Ph. Bochanski, NCRgstr
Newborns Die While Mother Pleads for Help, Hospital Refuse to Assist – M. Bilger, LN
Student Banned from Providence Col. After Defending Natural Marriage – C. Chretien
Canadian Jesuit Abp. Prendergast Comments on Crazy German Bishops’ Scheme – Z
How to View Your Work Day as a Catholic – Laura Hensley, epicPew
Behind the Chilean Bishops’ Resignations: a Very Hopeful Sign? – Phil Lawler, Cthlc Cltr
Two Charcoal Fires – Noel Tran, Ignitum Today
These Catholic Women Select the Best Content for You Every Day – S. Swinford, Alet.
Cardinals in the Spotlight as Chile’s Crisis Continues to Reverberate – Inés San Martín
Artificial Intelligence & the Vatican; The Vision of Science-Fiction* – Bob Kurland Ph.D.
How to Know if a Trend is “For You” – Meghan Ashley, Meghan Ashley Styling
How Will Pope’s Focus on Chile Affect Other Abuse Cases in Latin America? – E. Pentin
Irving Berlin’s ‘God Bless America’ Turns 100 – Kathy Schiffer, Natl Catholic Register
Catholicism, Fundraising, Book Launches, & Overcoming Struggles – Brice Sokolowski
Love – For If the Heart Doesn’t Pray, The Tongue Labours in Vain – David Torkington, CS
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Jacob Rees-Mogg (Credit: Screen Shot from BBC via Catholic Herald)

Bishops Accuse BBC of Bigotry After the Rees-Mogg Interview

. . .they condemned an interview where the Catholic politician was repeatedly questioned on his faith. . .

by Nick Hallett,

of Catholic Herald

Live Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Adorecast
Mob Justice at Providence College – Anthony M. Esolen Ph.D., Crisis Magazine
What Happens in Germany – Archbishop Charles J. Chaput O.F.M. Cap., First Things
Hell: Some Thoughts for the Scrupulous – Cecily Lowe, Catholic Stand
Good News: God Didn’t Make This Mess – Fr. Timothy V. Vaverek, The Catholic Thing
Jordan Peterson: Political Correctness Debate – Donald R. McClarey J.D., TACatholic
Justin Trudeau & the Dictatorship of Relativism – George Weigel, First Things
Ireland & the ‘Ensoulment’ Myth – Catherine Laffey, First Things
The New Divide in American Politics – Mark Movsesian, First Things
How to Know if a Trend is “For You” – Meghan Ashley, Meghan Ashley Styling
Craft Beer & Catholic Teaching: Drink Up, Gents – Max Milan, Catholic Exchange
Wim Wenders Presents Pope Francis Superstar! – Nick Olszyk, The Cthlc World Report
Why Catholics Honor Mary – Charle McKinney, Catholic Spiritual Direction
Abp. Wilson to Stand Aside After Conviction for Concealing Abuse – Catholic Herald
The Catholic History of the Graduate’s Cap & Gown – Zelda Caldwell, Aleteia
New Hope for Those Struggling with Infertility – Grace Emily Stark, Aleteia
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Pope Francis Waving

Pope’s Words about God Making Someone “Gay”

. . .I am not going to accept the claim that that is what the Holy Father actually said.  Gratis asseritur. . . &, were he to have said that, that would do nothing in any official way to change or to redirect the Church’s teachings about homosexual persons. . .

by Father John Zuhlsdorf,

of Fr. Z’s Blog

Live Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Adorecast
An American Lawyer’s Peculiar Theory on the Pell Trial – Phil Lawler, Catholic Culture
Ambassador’s Wife Speaks of Card. Maradiaga’s Alleged Role in Bad Fund – Edw. Pentin
Ex-Vatican Doctrine Czar Calls Homophobia a ‘Hoax’, ‘Psycho-Terrorism’ – John Allen
Little-Known Facts About 6 U.S. Bishops – Jim Graves, National Catholic Register
Moral Order, the Current Mess, & a Theological Reading of History – Carl E. Olson, CWR
Card. Brandmüller: Those Who Call for Priestesses are Heretics – Nick Hallett, Cth Hrld
A Closer Look at Justice Kennedy Retirement Rumors – Joan Frawley Desmond, NC Reg
Why Is Mexico the Deadliest Place to Be a Priest? – Kathleen Naab, Natl Cthlc Register
The Chilean Bishops & the Pope’s Self-Censorship on Venezuela – Sandro Magister, SC
Pontifical High Mass Video Exceeds 26K Views – Kenneth J. Wolfe, Rorate Cæli
Biographical Sketches of 14 Cardinals-Designate – Joan Lewis, Joan’s Rome
Save the Little People, Protect the 8th – Pat Cross, Pat Cross Cartoons
Ireland at a Crossroads – Michael Kirke, Garvan Hill
Pope to Meet More Survivors of Chile’s Most Infamous Abuser Priest – Inés San Martín
Bishops’ Fates In the Balance, Pope To Consult Chile Victims, Again – Rocco Palmo
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