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John Henry Cardinal Newman (Credit: First Things)

Development, or Corruption; There Can Be No ‘Paradigm Shifts’ in the Church

. . .regarding Amoris Lætitia, some advance positions contrary to the constant teaching of the Catholic Church, by denying that adultery is always a grave objective sin or by making the Church’s entire sacramental economy exclusively dependent on people’s subjective dispositions. . .

by Gerhard Cardinal Müller,

of First Things

Michael Voris – Our Savonarola? – Fr. Dwight Longenecker
Attacks on the Family, Mark Steyn Video Interview – Fr. Z’s Blog
Nine Converts from Atheism Share Their Journey Home – Chloe Langr, epicPew
Steering Clear of “The Catholic Ghetto” – Michael Pakaluk Ph.D., The Catholic Thing
New Bishop Appointed for Rockville Centre Diocese – Sister B.M. Reis F.S.P., Vtcn Nws
Are We Declining? Are We Falling? – Rod Dreher, TAC Blogger
How to Correctly Run a Lent Appeal – Brice Sokolowski, CatholicFundraiser.net
When Will the Shooting Stop? – John Horvat II, Crisis Magazine
John Michael Talbot Debuts Podcast on Breadbox Media – Pete Socks, Catholic Stand
Florentine Street Shrines, Will Today’s Della Robbia Please Step Forward? – D. Clayton
Dear Vatican, Put Not Your Trust in China or Turkey – William Kilpatrick Ph.D., Crisis
Why Don’t We Care About the Slaughter of Nigerian Christians? – M. Brown, The Strm
Call for Masses for Ireland’s Abortion Referendum – Joseph Shaw, Rorate Cæli
Don Briel, Remembered – Maria Wiering, The Catholic Spirit
An Indonesian Miracle of Muslim-Catholic Friendship – Elizabeth J. Seah, Ignitum Today
Vatican & China Could Sign Deal on Bishops ‘After March’ – Catholic Herald
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TVESDAY EDITION

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LizziesAnswers (Credit: YouTube via ChurchPop)

Major Protestant YouTube Star Announces She’s Converting to Catholicism

YouTube star Lizzie Estella Reezay of the YouTube channel LizziesAnswers has announced that she’s converting from Protestantism to Catholicism.

from ChurchPop

5 Beautiful Catholic Churches on the Beach – Jim Graves, National Catholic Register
Worried about Cardinal Cupich’s “Paradigm Shift”? . . . – Fr. A. Lucie-Smith Ph.D., CH
Drunk Stoned Perverted Dead – Edward Feser Ph.D.
Card. Mahoney Cancels Appearance After Locals Vow to Protest – Claire Chretien, Lf St
Ireland: Abortionists Upset as Legal Abortion Support Collapses – SPUC via Life News
In Praise of Fr. Francis Canavan’s Prophetic Eye – Ronda Chervin, The Cthlc World Rprt
How to Correctly Run a Lent Appeal – Brice Sokolowski, CatholicFundraiser.net
Pope Francis’ Feast of Forgiveness — Confession – Edward Pentin, Natl Cthlc Register
Pressing Pause on the “Transgender Moment” – Matthew J. Franck, Public Discourse
The Monks of Solesmes Publishing Studies of Gnostic Chants – R. Yoder, The Amish Cth
What’s Wrong with the New NIH Study on Transgender Kids? – Jane Robbins, Life Site
The Post-Napoleonic Church – Ælredus Rievallensis, Canticum Salomonis
Bishops in Nigeria Release Books on Marriage, Family Life – CNA via The CWR
The Vocation of a Soldier, Service, & the Act of Love – J. Bolton, Augustine’s Alley
Francis de Sales: Model of Apologists – Shaun McAfee O.P., Catholic Answers Magazine
From Inmates to Entrepreneurs – Brittany Hunter, Foundation for Economic Education
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MONDAY EXTRA II

St. Joseph of Cupertino (Credit: franciscandiscernment.org)

Levitation: Miracle or Science? The Life & Flights of Saint Joseph of Cupertino

. . .let’s look at the life of one of the most renowned of Catholic levitators, St. Joseph of Cupertino (Guiseppe Desa, born in 1603 in Italy) & consider whether recent advances in understanding quantum mechanical forces could explain his miraculous ability.

by Daniel Demers,

of Catholic Stand

How One of Christ’s Apostles Ended up Far Away in India – uCatholic
Those Cupich Seminars: Why Now? – Christopher R. Altieri, The Dispatch via The CWR
Mary Ann Glendon Resigns from Vatican Bank Oversight Board – CNA via The CWR
Vatican Backs Down, Accepts Resignation of Nigerian Bishop – Edward Pentin, NC Rgstr
Facebook Suspended Me for Sharing My Religious Beliefs on Homosexuality – M. Rioux
Secular Architecture Fail in US, Possibly the Whole World – M. Gilleland, Laudator. . .
How to Correctly Run a Lent Appeal – Brice Sokolowski, CatholicFundraiser.net
Transgenderism: Semantic Contagion or Biological Fact? – Anne Hendershott, The CWR
The Insidiousness of the Culture of Death – Janet Meyer, Catholic Stand
Science, Not Sabotage, Behind Filipino ‘Rash Wednesday’ Mystery – CNA via The CWR
The Vatican & China: A Surrender or an Alliance? – John Zmirak Ph.D., The Stream
What’s Happening in Vatican-China Talks? The Necessary Background – Phil Lawler, CC
Religious Freedom Must Be Recognized as a Right, Not an Exception – Oz Bishops
Right-to-Try Puts Patients Before Bureaucracy – Lindsay Marie, Foundation for Econ. Ed.
Video: I Speak on EWTN about New Book I Edited by Francis Canavan – Dawn Goldstein
Quiet Progress of Pope’s Anti-Abuse Commission a Hard Sell – John L. Allen Jr., Crux
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MONDAY EXTRA I

Correcting Father James Martin. . . Again

. . .I was bewildered by the way Fr. James Martin twists the plain meaning of Sacred Scripture & Church teaching. . .

by Father Dwight Longenecker

Gay Olympians Accidentally Prove Why ‘Gay Marriage’ Wrong – Doug Mainwaring, LS
Cardinal Cupich Misreads Vatican II on Conscience – Richard A. Spinello Ph.D., Crisis
Taking Leave: Pope Francis’ Motu Proprio. . . – P.J. Smith, First Things
Did a Man Really Breastfeed a Baby? – William M. Briggs Ph.D., Statistician to the Stars!
What Ireland’s Abortion Referendum is Really About – K.V. Turley, Crisis Magazine
Belgium: Euthanasia Commission Under Fire After Whistleblower Letter – Mic. Cook
How to Correctly Run a Lent Appeal – Brice Sokolowski, CatholicFundraiser.net
Isn’t Father Loss Part of Nikolas Cruz’s Story? – Carolyn Moynihan, Mercatornet
Just Who are the Wicked Tenants of God’s Vineyard? – Dom Cingoranelli, Cthlc Stand
10 Million Catholics in China Face Storm They Can’t Control – Ian Johnson, NYTimes
How Ireland’s Boot Camp for Missionaries Changed US & World – Msgr. O’Sullivan, NCRg
Hungarian Prime Minister: ‘Christianity is Europe’s Last Hope’ – Doug Mainwaring, LS
A Book Launch, Hidden Mystical Power, & the Art of the Impossible – D. Torkington, CS
Hawaii Bill Would Require Background Checks for Parents who Homeschool – TCF
Pro-Lifers Endorses Jeanne Ives for Illinois Gov. Over Bruce Rauner – M. Quigley, LN
Pope Reappoints O’Malley to Work of Safeguarding Commission – CNA via NC Register
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MONDAY EDITION

Fr. Gerald E. Murray (Credit: Screen Shot via ar15.com)

Video: Father Gerald Murray & Professor Robert Royal on Father Anthony Spadaro’s Talk at Georgetown University

The other day my friend Fr. Gerald Murray and Prof. Robert Royal were on The World Over offering some analysis of present issues.  I think you will find it useful. They get into it near the 5:00 mark.

by Father John Zuhlsdorf,

of Fr. Z’s Blog

There is a Major Hole in Church’s Current Argument on Immigration – Mic. Davis, CH
How a Beloved NYC Priest Saved Mickey Rourke’s Life – Isabel Vincent, New York Post
The End of the Progressives – Carlos Caso-Rosendi
Cardinal Cupich’s Modernist View of the Family – R. Jared Staudt, Crisis Magazine
State Islam in France – Theodore Dalrymple, City Journal
Reclaiming Parental Rights as Building Blocks to a Healthy Society – Art. Goldberg, PD
How to Correctly Run a Lent Appeal – Brice Sokolowski, CatholicFundraiser.net
How to Pore Over the Entire Bible in 365 Days – Elisabeth Deffner, NC Register
The Vatican Gap between Theory & Practice – CNA via The Catholic World Report
Pope Francis, the Pastoral Criterion of Reform – Andrea Gagliarducci, Monday Vatican
Pope Francis Is Playacting Realpolitik with China – George Weigel, Foreign Policy
From North Korea to Catholicism: Mi Jin’s Answered Prayer – CNA via The CWR
Revival of Sex Abuse Commission Comes Amid Growing Criticism – N. Winfield, AP/CH
How Capitalism Enables Christians to Promote Flourishing – Zach Kim, IfFW&E
Bishop Sherrington Speaks Out Against Abortion Clinic ‘Buffer Zones’ – Catholic Herald
Politics as a ‘Vocation’ – Laura DeMaria, Catholic Stand
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SVNDAY EDITION

Priest Collar (Credit: Pixabay via Catholic Stand)

Discernment: It May Not Turn Out The Way You Expect

There are many beautiful things in and around the Catholic church.  One of the things that most people may not get to see is the discernment process of men and women who are trying to decide on the next phase of their lives.

by Dan Byron,

of Catholic Stand

For These 40 Days, Francis Pushes Pause – Rocco Palmo, Whispers in the Loggia
How St. Teresa Benedicta Reconciled with Her Devout Jewish Mother – F. Phillips, CH
5 Challenging Quotes from ‘The Imitation of Christ’ on Humility – Phi. Kosloski, Aleteia
How to Find Your Friends in Heaven – Sherry Antonetti, NC Register
A Tabernacle Inspired by a Medieval Masterpiece – Kinga U. Lipinska, Lit Arts Journal
The Four Last Things – Dan Burke, Catholic Spiritual Direction
The Miraculous Grotto Where Mary Breastfed Jesus – Billy Ryan, uCatholic
The History & Significance of the Wedding Cake – Paul Sullins, Mercatornet
“Repent & Believe” – Rocco Palmo, Whispers in the Loggia
What Is the Sign of the Cross? – St. Francis De Sales, Catholic Exchange
The Secret to Helping Your Child Love Reading – Evgeny Terekhin, Seton Magazine
Where Exactly Was Jesus Baptized? – uCatholic
Practical Lessons for a Deeper Faith this Lent – Deacon Michael Bickerstaff, ICL™
In Vancouver, Lunar New Year bumps Friday abstinence for Asian Catholics – CNA
For Lent: “Thou Mastering Me God!” – Fr. Robert P. Imbelli, The Catholic Thing
The Healing Power of Tears – Richard Decker, Catholic Exchange
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SATVRDAY EDITION

So Called Same-Sex Marriage Cake (Credit: The Stream)

BreakPoint: America’s Reversal on Same-Sex ‘Marriage’

The fight over same-sex “marriage” already seems like a distant memory. But the way it was fought is the mother of all worldview lessons.

by John Stonestreet,

of The Stream

A Young Nun Searches for Orders that Wear Habits Only – David Clayton, NLM
Peggy Noonan Calls for a Revival of the Gentleman – J. Douglas Johnson, Crisis
Card. Müller: Blessing Gay Couples Would Be An ‘Atrocity’ – Maike Hickson, LSN
“Have Children:” The Brief Message That Went Viral on Social Media – B. Estrela, Alet.
How to Correctly Run a Lent Appeal – Brice Sokolowski, CatholicFundraiser.net
New Vatican Academy for Life Member Promotes Heresy – Diane Montagna, LSN
Why Standing on My Head? – Fr. Dwight Longenecker
Powerhouse Catholic Movement Celebrates Its 50th Anniversary – J. Allen Jr., Crux
The Limits Of Science – William M. Briggs Ph.D., Statistician to the Stars!
The Colosseum to Be Lit Blood Red in Honor of Persecuted Christians – uCatholic
Without Christ, Every Work is an Unfinished Work – Fr. G. Rutler S.T.D. Th.D., NCRg
French Bishop Proclaims 70th Healing in Lourdes a Miracle – Daniel Esparza, Aleteia
Rocket Launch Prompts Talk of Living on Mars; Catholic Perspective – CNA/CWR
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FRIDAY EDITION

St. Thomas Newman Chapel at the University of Nebraska (Credit: Liturgical Arts Journal)

New Church Architecture: St. Thomas Aquinas Chapel at the University of Nebraska

. . .The exterior of the chapel is heavily influenced by the Romanesque. Especially striking is the octagonal dome/tower which is reminiscent of many of the historical churches found in Milan & other parts of Italy. . .

by Shawn R. Tribe,

of Liturgical Arts Journal

On Cardinal Cupich’s Problematic, Convenient Conscience – Carl E. Olson, The CWR
Friday After Ash Wednesday: Feast of the Crown of Thorns – Fr. Z’s Blog
How a Parish Eucharistic Group Helped Revive a London Church – Fr. A. Robinson, CH
Pope Francis Reflects on His Critics – CNA/EWTN News via The Catholic World Report
Catholic School Opens in Renovated Kmart – Chloe Langr, epicPew
How to Correctly Run a Lent Appeal – Brice Sokolowski, CatholicFundraiser.net
Why Income Inequality is Not the Injustice We Perceive It To Be – Steven Pinker, BTh
Hundreds Rally in Support of Ireland’s Pro-Life Amendment – CNA via The CWR
New Ordinaries with New Heraldry’s in USA – Fr. Guy Selvester, Exarandorum
5 Moms Speak on the Future of Homeschooling – Mary Ellen Barrett, Seton Magazine
The Value of Vestural Traditions: A Call For Ecclesiastical Self-Confidence – S.R. Tribe
Science, Resurrection & History: Classical Education – Fr. J.V. Schall S.J., Cana Acdmy
New Law Defends Poland’s Honor During World War II – John Hittinger Ph.D., Crisis
South African Bishops Welcome President’s Resignation – CNA/EWTN News
Archbishop Wenski Urges Prayers for Parkland – Christine Rousselle, CNA
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THVRSDAY EXTRA

Blase Cardinal Cupich Answering Questions (Credit: Life Site)

‘Let’s Not Make It Just about. . .Sins of the Flesh’; Cardinal Cupich

The cardinal believes reception of Communion depends on ‘conscience’. Does his reasoning add up?

by Dan Hitchens,

of the Catholic Herald

Court Likely to Withdraw Charge of Key Accuser in Card. Pell Abuse Case – CNA/CWR
Mark Wahlberg & Wife Post Ash Wednesday Video Message on Instagram – ChurchPop
This Diocese’s Website Has the Best Catholic 404 Message! – ChurchPop
Francis Modifies Norms for the Resignation of Bishops – CNA/EWTN News via The CWR
Priest in Idaho Faces Drug, Child Pornography Charges – CNA/EWTN News via The CWR
How Jesus Changed Jewish Prayers via the Our Father – G. McClung Ph.D. J.D., CS
Good News for the Rebuilding of the Basilica in Norcia – Gregory DiPippo, New Lit Mov
4 Surprising Lessons from Debates Between Saints & Scoundrels – Theresa Williams, eP
4 Areas of Education Homeschoolers Should Explore – John Tuttle, Seton Magazine
How Despots Exploit Vatican Foreign Policy – Fr. Raymond de Souza, Catholic Herald
Modern Stoicism: A Critique – Paul Kniaz, Catholic Stand
Vatican Denies Rumors That B16 Has Degenerative Nerve Disorder – CNA via NC Rgstr
Food Aid Feeds Conflict & Dependence – Tirzah Duren, FEE
Anniversary Musings on Benedict & the Normalization of Resignation – Jn. Allen, Crux
Pope Francis Regularly Meets with Victims of Sexual Abuse – Elise Harris, CNA via NCRg
Curial Reform as a Matter of Pastoral Concern – CNA via The Catholic World Report
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THVRSDAY REGVLAR EDITION

Problems with Sola Scriptura Infographic (Credit: ChurchPop)

3 Problems with Protestant Doctrine of Sola Scriptura, In One Infographic

from ChurchPop

Christian Parents Lose Custody of Daughter for Refusing Sex Change Operation – LSN
5 Myths About Papal Infallibility Too Many People Still Believe – ChurchPop
How This App Could Steal Your Face To Make Pornography – CNA via The CWR
What Causes Poverty – Charles Murray, American Enterprise Institute
Speaking the Truth in the Beauty of Love: Better Online Discussion – B. Cross Ph.D., SN
What Happens When a Church Is Closed? – Billy Ryan, uCatholic
Why Legacies are Brilliant for Charities & How to Get Them – Brice Sokolowski
Making Books in the Middle Ages – Gregory DiPippo, New Liturgical Movement
Pray for the Victims at Parkland High School – Dave Griffey, Daffey Thoughts
Reducing Religion to Politics – James Kalb J.D., Crisis Magazine
White House’s Proposed Budget Defunds Planned Parenthood – Steven Ertelt, Life Nws
Russia & China Displaces Radical Islam as Principal Security Concerns – Jud. Miller, CJ
The Japanese Martyrs for Christ – Angelo Stagnaro, National Catholic Register
Markets Provide Care for an Aging Population – Raymond March, The Beacon
5 Simple Ways to Improve Your Homeschooling Experience – Maria De Leon, Seton
Expert Says Religious Freedom Critical for Vatican-China Bishop Deal – CNA via CWR
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ASH VVED. REGVLAR EXTRA III

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The Chimeras of Notre Dame watching the sunset in Paris (Credit: Catholic Exchange)

From Atheism to Declaring Spiritual Warfare

I recently had the delight of hearing from world-renowned Catholic theologian Dr. Paul Thigpen. In what follows, you will be inspired by his life journey

by Justin McClain,

of Catholic Exchange

The Clarity of Cardinal Cupich – Fr. George W. Rutler S.T.D. Th.D., Crisis Magazine
13 Amazing Facts Everyone Should Know About the Archangels – ChurchPop
Why Judaism & then Christianity Rejected Homosexuality – Dennis Prager, Crisis Mgzn
A Catholic Doctor Looks at 17 Misconceptions About Sex – Jim Graves, NC Register
Quæritur: Why can Lay People Read at Mass? – Fr. Tim Ferguson, Fr. Z’s Blog
Jesus Isn’t Your Buddy – Eric Sammons, Catholic Answers Magazine
Here’s a YouTube Playlist Featuring Traditional Latin Mass Hymns – D. Esparza, Aleteia
Why Sex Belongs in Marriage – J.P. Nunez, Catholic Stand
We Must Be Clear About the True Meaning of Conscience – Msgr. Charles Pope, NC Rgstr
Where Can Catholics Learn to Paint or Carve Icons? Hexaemeron.org – D. Clayton, NLM
I Still Don’t Understand the Vatican’s Dialogue with China – Cardinal Zen, AsiaNews.it
Repurposing Sacred Spaces: Giving Holy Places New Life – Jos. Pronechen, NC Register
Let Us Eradicate Poverty, Not Demolish Wealth – Daniel Lacalle, Mises Wire
The Way of Beauty: Interview with David Clayton – Carrie Gress Ph.D., my favorite. . .
This Book Inspires Creators to Connect with God – Theresa Williams, epicPew
Pontifical University Offers New Youth Protection Degree Program – CNA via The CWR
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ASH VVED. REGVLAR EXTRA II

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Blase Cardinal Cupich (Credit: stemily.org)

Does Cardinal Cupich Think Humanae Vitae Has Been Replaced?

The cardinal’s much-discussed lecture contained numerous errors

by Father Alexander Lucie-Smith, Ph.D.,

of the Catholic Herald

Olympic Speed Skater Becomes Nun; Secular Media Reporting – Julia Duin, Get Religion
The Taming of the Adolescent Male – Randall B. Smith Ph.D., The Imaginative. . .
Muslims Who Desecrated Statue Ordered to Memorise Quran Verses on Mary – CNS/CH
Salon‘s Silly Attack on the Holy Bible – Dave Griffey, Daffey Thoughts
The Burdensome Myth of Romantic Love – D.C. Dollahite & B. VanDenBerghe, Frst Thngs
Time, Space, & God – Edward Feser Ph.D.
U. of Notre Dame’s Identity Crisis Isn’t New or Going Away – Rac. Lu Ph.D., The Fdrlst
Saving Religious Liberty in ‘Gay Marriage’ Australia is Impossible – And. Mullins, Mnet
Sins & Sophistries in the History of the Crusades – Mercatornet
Study: 75% of US Women Who Had Abortions Were Pressured – Jon. Abbamonte, LSN
The Eroticism of Harrison Lemke’s ‘Song for St. Valentine’ – Pt. Malone, Catholic Stand
How Can I Help Someone Forgive Me? – John Clark, National Catholic Register
Who Brought the Gospel to Korea? Korean Catholics Did – K. Kim & H. Ko, Chrstnty Tdy
Bishops Applaud US Limits on Abortion Funding – CNA/EWTN News via NC Register
Return to Me & Live – Charlie McKinney, Catholic Spiritual Direction
How Capitalism Tamed Medieval Europe – Ed West, CapX
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