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SATVRDAY EDITION

Ruins of Elgin Cathedral by David Roberts (Credit: Crissi Magazine)

The Suicide of the West: A Tale of Two Miracles

. . .“There is no God in this book.”  Thus reads the provocative first sentence of Jonah Goldberg’s latest release, The Suicide of the West: How the Rebirth of Tribalism, Populism, Nationalism, & Identity Politics is Destroying American Democracy. . .

by John Horvat, II,

of Crisis Magazine

Live Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Adorecast
Why are Conservatives Forcing Mothers from Their Kids? – Matthew Walther, The Week
Angels Having Relations with Humans, Jude & 2 Peter & 1 Enoch – Tay. Marshall Ph.D.
Breaking the Stereotype: Comfort Shoes – Meghan Ashley Sabo, Meghan Ashley
Eucharistic Miracles & the Divine Blood Type – Rick Becker, National Catholic Register
London’s Anti-Catholic Riots Were the Bloodiest in British History – Antonia Fraser, CH
Books Received: Peter Kreeft & 2018 Ignatius Pew Missal – Fr. Z’s Blog
One-of-a-Kind Book on Adoration & St. Faustina Hits Shelves – Joseph Pronechen, NCRg
Little-Known Story of How St. Thomas the Apostle brought Christianity to India – Alet.
Defending the Catholic Church with Scripture – Ray Sullivan, Catholic Stand
Here’s a Step-by-Step Guide to the Ancient Pentecost Vigil – Philip Kosloski, Aleteia
The Best Vatican Document on Economics for Some Time – Philip Booth, Catholic Hrld
Lay Evangelization & the “Smell of the Sheep” – Peter D. Beaulieu, The Cthlc Wrld Rprt
The Impermanence of Place – K.E. Colombini, First Things
Catholicism, Fundraising, Book Launches, & Overcoming Struggles – Brice Sokolowski
New Vatican Doc. Affirms Economy Must be People-Centred – Ed Condon J.C.L., CH
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FRIDAY LATE EDITION

Dimissioni (Credit: Settimo Cielo via L’Espresso)

Pope Says He is Ready for Resignation; But on the Condition That. . .

. . .in an odd conjunction of coincidences, the words “testament” & “resignation” have recurred several times in recent days, on the lips & from the pen of Pope Francis, to some extent applied to himself as well. . .

by Sandro Magister

of Settimo Cielo

via L’Espresso

Live Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Adorecast
Pope Francis Indirectly Corrects Fr. James Martin on “Animals” – Fr. Z’s Blog
Chile’s Bishops have Offered to Resign, That’s Still Not Enough – Ed Condon J.C.L., CH
Left-Wing Anti-Catholic Bigotry In Philly – Rod Dreher, TAC Blogger
Support for Legalizing Abortion in Ireland Collapses, Less Than Half For – M. Bilger, LN
Henry Kissinger is a Boring Old Fraud – Matthew Walther, The Week
Rival Visions of the Catholic Future – Rod Dreher, TAC Blogger
Memo to Catholic World: Have Eyes on What Pope Does in Chile – Jn. L. Allen Jr., Crux
Pope Says Removing Chile’s Bishops is ‘Needed’ But Not Enough – Inés San Martín, Crux
Ecclesial or Fundamentalist Catholic; Austen Ivereigh & Mike Lewis – Deborah Gyapong
White House to Deny Federal Funds to Planned Parenthood – Zelda Caldwell, Aleteia
Cardinal Hoyos, Former Pres. of the Pont. Comm. “Ecclesia Dei” – RIP – Fr. Z’s Blog
Will Tech Giants Sway Ireland’s Abortion Referendum? – Jon Anderson, Catholic Herald
Irish Pro-lifers Campaign to Keep Abortion Illegal – John P. McCarthy Ph.D., Crisis Mgzn
Vatican Walking Into a Trap If It Does a Deal with Red China – Fr. A. Lucie-Smith Ph.D.
Pope Says Change Coming for Chile, But So Far No Specifics – Inés San Martín, Crux
On Finance, the Vatican can Still Do Better – Samuel Gregg D.Phil., The CWR
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THVRSDAY MORNING EDITION

Austen Ivereigh (Credit: Fr. Dwight Longenecker)

Austen (Ivereigh) Has Lost His Powers

. . .English journalist, academic, & papal biographer Austen Ivereigh seems to have become somewhat of a loose cannon–rolling about on a leering ship, firing shots every which way, but while the cannonballs are flying they rarely hit their target but can do extraordinary damage to innocent victims. . .

by Father Dwight Longenecker

Live Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Adorecast
Understanding the Mysterious Sword of St. Michael – R. Jared Staudt, Cthlc Exchange
Why Vatican Won’t Be Joining U.S. on Jerusalem’s Embassy Row – Jn. L. Allen Jr., Crux
In Praise of Brooks Brothers – Matthew Walther, The Week
Patrick Deneen, The Little Sisters of the Poor, & Libertas Idiotica – A.M. Esolen Ph.D.
YouTube Star Explains What Convinced Her Church is Right on Contraception – ChPop
Pope: I’ve Thought About When It Might Be Time to “Take Leave” – Billy Ryan, uCthlc
On Christian Liberty, Lockean Liberty: Response to S. Gregg, Esolen – P. Deneen Ph.D.
The Best Monastic Documentaries – Rick Yoder, The Amish Catholic
New Data: Calif. Math Achievement Took Nosedive after Common Core – J. Pullmann
Court Staffer Fired After a Security Breach at Cardinal Pell Trial – Catholic Herald
New Liturgical Provisions from Archbishop Sample – Gregory DiPippo, New Lit Mov
‘Cor Orans’ Requires Contemplative Orders to Join Federations – Chloe Langr, epicPew
Jen. Fulwiler on Big Families, Mommy Wars, & Wholeness of Vision – Cat. Harmon
Prosecutors Want Media Blackout for Cardinal Pell Trial – Nick Hallett, Catholic Herald
The Holy See, China, & Evangelization – George Weigel, The Dispatch via The CWR
Judge Overturns California Assisted Suicide Law, For Now – Liberty McArtor, The Strm
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VVEDNESDAY EDITION

Official portrait of Mr. Jacob Rees-Mogg (Credit: Crisis Magazine)

Britain’s Next Catholic Prime Minister?

. . .unlike many Catholic Parliamentarians, not only does Rees-Mogg say he is a Catholic but he votes in Parliament the way a Catholic should on certain—non-negotiable—issues.  Furthermore, he is quite happy to tell the world this, &, refreshingly, without apology or equivocation. . .

by K.V. Turley,

of Crisis Magazine

Live Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Adorecast
Mark Shea Bans Self From Facebook Page (satire) – Eye of the Tiber
Surprise, Among the Francis Men is One Who is Defending Humanæ Vitæ – S. Magister
Newly-Elected U. of Notre Dame Trustee Gave $10,000 to Pro-Abortionists – Life News
Popes Ideas for Overcoming False Dichotomy in Cath. Moral Discussion – Fr. Schneider
Nevada Citizens Bring on Brothel Fight with No Little Girl Campaign – P. Jesserer Smith
Living A Fanatical Catholic Life – Cameron Edman, Catholic Stand
YouTube Restricts Video of Man Assaulting Irish Pro-lifer – Rachel Alexander, The Strm
Dear Class of 2018: Follow Jesus, & Hold Onto These 3 Things – Jeanette DeMelo, Reg
American Medical Association Stands Firm on Assisted Suicide – Michael Cook, Mrctrnt
UK Government Accept Wearing of Crucifix in Workplace as Lawful – K.V. Turley, NCRg
Twitter Censors Pro-Lifers, Defends Terrorist Group Hamas to Have Account – S. Ertelt
How the Knights of Columbus Help Saved this Catholic Family from Syria – Ryan Scheel
Crosses on Public Buildings: Yes or No? – Jeffrey A. Mirus Ph.D., Catholic Culture
Relegating the Faith to the Private Sphere Generates a Distortion – R.J. Staudt Ph.D.
Will Midterm Elections Upend White House’s Plans for Federal Bench? – Jn. F. Desmond
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TVESDAY EDITION

Professor Stanislaw Grygiel (Credit: Screen Shott of JPII Film via NCRegister.com)

A Friend of John Paul II: Illegitimate Theology Threatens to Undermine Humanæ Vitæ

. . .Professor Stanislaw Grygiel warns against theologians who ‘raise man’s weakness to the dignity of the principle of life’. . .

by Edward Pentin,

of the National Catholic Register

Live Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Adorecast
Cardinal Defiant after Pro-Abortionists Block Canadian March for Life – Deb. Gyapong
I’m Decidedly & Unapologetically Catholic: Clarence Thomas @Christendom Col. – ChP
The Ironic Legacy of France’s Failed Revolution – Alan Charles Kors, Law and Liberty
Catholic Politician Touted as Germany’s Next Leader Wants Priestesses – Cthlc Herald
How to Argue Better – Donald R. McClarey J.D., The American Catholic
The Patrick Coffin Show: What Is a Real Man? Gordon Dalbey – Pat. Coffin, Cthlc Stand
Breaking: Chileans Denounce Suffering Sex Abuse by Marists, Priests – E. Vergara, ABC
How a Catholic Parish is Dealing with the Hawaii Volcano – Patrick Downes, Cthlc Hrld
Justice Is Impossible Without Truth – Donald DeMarco, National Catholic Register
Easter Reflections & Movie Spoilers – Cristina Montes, Ignitum Today
Can the Catholic Church Help Two Korean States Reconcile? – Ines Murzaku, NCRegister
My Chat with Jennifer Fulwiler: How Fashion Will Change Your Life! – Meghan Ashley
Embezzlement Trial of Former Vatican Bank Director Begins – Cindy Wooden, Cath Hrld
Catholicism, Fundraising, Book Launches, & Overcoming Struggles – Brice Sokolowski
Holy See Approves Opening Cause of Beatification of Iraqi Clerics Killed in ’07 – Alet.
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MONDAY EDITION

Fr. Patrick Conroy, S.J., 8 May A.D. 2018 (Credit: Sarah Silbiger of CQ Roll Call via The Stream)

Father Patrick Conroy, S.J.: The Pro-Gay Dissident in the U.S. House of Representatives

. . .in A.D. 2015, Conroy participated in the “Owning Our Faith” video series produced by the Paulist Fathers.  It was part of their “Out at St. Paul” LGBT ministry located at St. Paul the Apostle Church in New York City.  In the series of YouTube videos, several members of Out at St. Paul are profiled as they share their views on homosexuality & the teachings of the Catholic Church. . .

by Joseph Sciambra,

of The Stream

Live Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Adorecast
Surprised by Today’s Anti-Christian Climate? We Were Warned – Jim Tonkowich
Pope Wants Us to Welcome Migrants, But We Can’t Ignore Shocking Statistics – Cth Hrd
The Strange Myths of the New Evangelization – Mark Giszczak, Church Life Journal
Is Curranism Finally Dead at the Catholic University of America? – Austin Ruse, Crisis
As Chile Bishops Arrive in Rome, Recalling 48 Hours That Shook the Church – Jn. Allen
Bp. Voderholzer: Intercommunion Requires Unanimity of All Church – E. Pentin, NCReg
Analysis: are Pro-Lifers about to ‘Take a Run at Roe v. Wade’? – Mic. Davis, Cath Herald
Christians, It is Time to Speak, Act, & Risk – Thomas M. Doran, The CWR
The Dangerous Ideology of ‘Rational Suicide’ – Michael Cook, Mercatornet
Hopeful Developments for Vincent Lambert – Edward Pentin, National Catholic Register
The Strength of Love: Beautiful Story of a Dying Wish – Don. R. McClarey J.D., TACthlc
Exporting the Revolution To Africa – Matthew Hanley, The Catholic Thing
Repeal the 8th Campaign Negates Irish History of Non-Violence – Cha. C. Camosy, ChLJ
UK Government Breaks Promise on Catholic Schools – K.V. Turley, Natl Catholic Register
15,000 Canadians Line the Streets to Protest Abortion at March for Life – M. Bilger, LN
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SVNDAY EDITION

Ornamental facade of Cathedral Santa Maria del Fiore in Florence (Credit: Catholic Exchange)

Two Reasons Why I’m Catholic

. . .because Jesus is present in every consecrated Host. . .

by Peter Kreeft, Ph.D.,

of Catholic Exchange

Live Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Adorecast
He Was Brought to Lourdes, Healed, Now He’s a Priest – Monica Hannan, Catholic Lane
Quæritur: Stuck at Work for All Sunday Obligation Masses – Fr. Z’s Blog
A New Mass Composed for a New Religious Community – Gregory DiPippo, New Lit Mov
‘Why Would God Transform My Life When I am Such a Sinner?’ – Francis Phillips, CH
Journey to Dominican Priesthood: Brother Bradley Elliott – Taylor Marshall Ph.D.
A 5-Point Holiness Checklist – Joshan Rodrigues, Musings in Catholic Land
Salve Regina – Donald R. McClarey J.D., The American Catholic
Why Do Certain Monks & Nuns Live “Behind Bars”? – Philip Kosloski, Aleteia
An Inside Look at the Road to the Priesthood – Philip Kosloski, Aleteia
How St. Charles Borromeo Can Help Form Priests Today – Fr. Joh. P. Cush S.T.D., NCReg
A Letter to My Daughter on her First Communion Day – Susanna Spencer, NC Register
Other Gospels for the Ascension – Gregory DiPippo, New Liturgical Movement
Pentecost & Eternal Perspective – Mark C. McCann, Catholic Stand
Jesuit Legacy in the Bolivian Jungle: A Love of Baroque Music – Nic. Casey, N.Y. Times
The Month of Mary & Music – Carolyn Pirtle, Church Life Journal
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SATVRDAY EDITION

The 1965 Mass (Credit: The Amish Catholic)

A Relic of the 1965 Liturgy

. . .that strange Mass produced by the Council in 1965, an interim liturgy somewhere between the Usus Antiquior & the Novus Ordo, was often accompanied by a distinctive style – at once traditional & fresh, what has been called by some “The Other Modern”. . .

by Rick Yoder,

of The Amish Catholic

Live Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Adorecast
Fact Check: Did Card. Dolan Lend Rihanna His Mitre? – Dan Hitchens, Catholic Herald
What Nietzsche Got Right – Fr. Dwight Longenecker
Joyful Devotion to St. Joseph with Fr. Donald Calloway, M.I.C. – Catholic Exchange
AP Fails to Report That Alfie Evans Was Denied Food & Water – Tom Blumer, Life News
The Experience of Pain & the Gift of Growth – Alyssa Morrisroe, Catholic Stand
So You Seek A Miracle? – The Traditian Order
Isn’t NFP Just Catholic “Birth Control?” – Jenny Uebbing, Mama Needs Coffee
(Catholic) Family Trees — Unlocking Church History via Genealogy – Tho. L. McDonald
Young, Smart, & Pro-Life in Ireland – Mary Kenny, Catholic Herald
15 Marian Quotes Perfect for Catholic Mothers, by Ginny Kochis at Not So Formulaic
Company Hates Misery – Kevin Clark, Crisis Magazine
My Chat with Jennifer Fulwiler: How Fashion Will Change Your Life! – Meghan Ashley
Don’t Be Afraid of Adoption, by Elizabeth Kirk at The Leaven
Catholicism, Fundraising, Book Launches, & Overcoming Struggles – Brice Sokolowski
Motherhood as a Path to Sainthood, by Allison Ciraulo at Church Life Journal
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FRIDAY EDITION

Archbishop Stefan Hesse of Hamburg Germany (Credit: Screen Shot from Il Sismografo via NCRegister.com)

German Bishop: Pope Has Clearly Hinted Support for Intercommunion Proposal

. . .the Archbishop of Hamburg claims the Pope backs the German bishops’ majority vote in favor of Holy Communion for some Protestant spouses. . .

by Edward Pentin,

of the National Catholic Register

Live Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Adorecast
NECCO Wafers & the Catholic Failure of Imagination – Anna Abbott, NC Register
Macron Eyes a French “Transformation” – Dominic Green, City Journal
Where Did Mary Live After the Resurrection? – Philip Kosloski, Aleteia
7 Lessons in Evangelization from Jordan Peterson – Sam Guzman, The Cthlc Gentleman
Pope Francis has Pledged to Take Action on Abuse, Here Comes a Big Test – Chr. Altieri
Enter Into Christ’s Mystical Body; Let God Take Control – David Torkington, Cthlc Stand
How Beauty Led to My Radical Reversion – Constance T. Hull, Catholic Exchange
Authentic Religion: Not What We Want, What God has Revealed – Jf. A. Mirus Ph.D., CC
Amid Focus on Women, is Vatican’s Issue Less Gender than Laity? – I. San Martín, Crux
My Chat with Jennifer Fulwiler: How Fashion Will Change Your Life! – Meghan Ashley
Vatican-China Talks: Beijing is Holding Up the Process for Unknown Reasons – CH
Meet Élisabeth Bruyère, a Canadian Nun on the Road to Canonization – Philip Kosloski
Catholicism, Fundraising, Book Launches, & Overcoming Struggles – Brice Sokolowski
A Royal Priesthood: 7th Sunday of Easter Readings Explained – Jn. Bergsma Ph.D., TSP
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THVRSDAY EXTRA

A Statue of Mary in Detroit (Credit: CNS/Archdiocese of Detroit via Catholic Herald)

Catholics Get Chance to Celebrate Mary with New Feast Day

. . .The Feast of Mary, Mother of the Church will take place on the Monday after Pentecost this year. . .

by Carol Zimmerman,

of Catholic Herald

Live Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Adorecast
Criticize Rap Music While You Can (NSFW) – Dave Griffey, Daffey Thoughts
How to Respond to Transgenderism – Brianna Heldt, National Catholic Register
Did Mary Know That Jesus Was God? – Dave Armstrong, National Catholic Register
Two Space Aliens & a Sex Study – Ben Butera, The American Catholic
Mormons Severing All Ties With Boy Scouts, Ending Long Bond – B. McCombs, The Strm
Pope Asks Vatican Group to Examine the Role of Women in the Church – Cindy Wooden
The Forgotten Catholic Founders of Economics – Fr. Ben Johnson, Transatlantic Blog
A Daughter Finds Healing Forgiving Her Mother – Patti Maguire Armstrong, CN&I
First Step Towards Spiritual Health, by St. Francis de Sales – Philip Kosloski, Aleteia
What is a Novena? – Philip Kosloski, Aleteia
In England, the Child is the “Mere Creature of the State” – Thomas R. Ascik J.D., Crisis
Quæritur: Traditional Baptism But With Parts in English? – Fr. Z’s Blog
China’s War on Religion Stalls Vatican Deal – Eva Dou & Francis X. Rocca, The WSJ
Ministering to Jesus – Cynthia Millen, Catholic Stand
Our Lady as Spiritual Vessel – Peter Darcy, Catholic Stand
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THVRSDAY AFTERNOON EDITION

School of Athens by Raphael, A.D. 1511 (Credit: Taylor Marshall, Ph.D.)

Plato’s Aristocracy & Why Catholics are Losing the Culture War

. . .whether you like it or not, we in the West have a layered class system & our inability to see it & plan accordingly has led contemporary Catholics to lose our cultural impact on the global stage.  Before we get to the reasons why let’s look at the classical Greek & Indo-European idea of society & rank & then move on to how Catholics are losing their social & political influence. . .

by Taylor Marshall, Ph.D.

Live Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Adorecast
Never Mind Met Gala’s Profanities, People Yearning for Confident Catholicism – CH
An All-Too-Moveable Feast – Charlotte Allen, First Things
The Tradition of Clerical Dress – J.P. Sonnen, Liturgical Arts Journal
Pope Moved by Warmth & Family Spirit of Nomadelfia Community – Robin Gomes, VN
Teacher Appreciation – Dale M. Coulter, First Things
Hawaii Just Made a Big Mistake by Legalizing Assisted Suicide, Here’s Why – M. Valliere
LGBT Groups Pressure Oklahoma Governor to Veto Adoption Bill – D. Siggins, The Strm
The Princess Who Was Kicked Out of Her Castle for Serving the Poor – Cecilia Zinicola
What’s Scariest: Facebook, Google . . . Or Us? – Nathanael Blake Ph.D., Public Discourse
God Mounts His Throne with Shouts of Joy: Ascension Day Readings Explained – TSP
Why “Liberalism” Needs Natural Law – Samuel Gregg D.Phil., Law and Liberty
Cardinal Marx is “Impressed” with Karl Marx – Paul G. Kengor Ph.D., Crisis Magazine
Top Guernsey Committee Refuses to Back Assisted Suicide – Nick Hallett, Cthlc Herald
Does California Law Deny Parents’ Right to Opt Out of ‘Gender Education’? – Br. Fraga
Monsieur Olier on the Ascension – Rick Yoder, The Amish Catholic
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