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Are Western Apologists for Islam Today’s ‘Useful Idi0+$’?

by John Zmirak, Ph.D.,

of The Stream

Why Are Evangelicals Helping Destroy the Syrian Orthodox Church – Samuel Smith, TCP
Today’s Futurists Resort To Ancient Paganism To Explain Away Christianity – Michael Morris
Minding Our Manners: How WhatsApp Is Making Us Rude – Miriam Diez Bosch, Aleteia
Catholics: Once Again, the True Progressives – Tom Hoopes, Aleteia
The Dangers of the Benedict Option – John Horvat II, TIC
‘Open Marriage’ Is Just Another Term For Adultery, And Just As Selfish – Jessica Burke, TF
Orthodox Priest Sprays Holy Water on Computers to Fend Off Ransomware Virus – Ian Cheong
When Donald Meets Francis: What’s in Store for First Meeting of Trump & Pope? – John Burger
Reports say Callista Gingrich will be Nominated as U.S. Ambassador to Holy See – Rhina Guidos
Courage Apostolate Participates in Mexican Bishops’ Meeting – Catholic News Agency
A Graduation Reminder: Our Children Need Christian Teachers – David Mills, The Stream
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Pope Benedict XVI distributes Communion to a nun as he celebrates Christmas Eve Mass in St. Peter’s Basilica at the Vatican Dec. 24. (Photo Credit: CNS/Paul Haring)

Communion in the Hand

by Fr. John Hunwicke,

of Fr Hunwicke’s Mutual Enrichment

Why Catholics Don’t Give. . .And What Can Be Done About It – Brice Sokolowski
13 Perfect Catholic Memes to Start Your Week Off Right – ChurchPop
When a Priest Should Not Sing – on an Often-Forgotten Rubric – Msgr. Charles Pope, CiM
Leaving Providence College: A Window Shuts, A Door Opens – Anthony Esolen Ph.D., TIC
Altar Serving and the Ordination Class of 2017 – Brian Williams, Liturgy Guy
Optioned Out of Existence: The Loss of Legitimate Tradition’l Practices in Novus Ordo – NLM
Four Aspects of the Early Church – Msgr. Charles Pope, Community in Mission
The White Kid From Notinhood on Suburbia – Gregory Martha Herr Obl.S.B., Catholic Stand
Vivaldi’s Profoundly Spiritual Life Inspired His Masterpieces – Deborah Castellano Lubov, Reg
Meet the Teens Who Work Inside the Vatican and Serve the Pope – Rachel Lanz, NC Register
A Vow of Stability: A Call to Commitment in an Age of Choice – Sam Guzman, TCG
Faith and Reason, Beauty and Holiness – Ryan T. Anderson Ph.D., Public Discourse
Mary-ing Our Marthas – Rebekah Andrews, Ignitum Today
The Liturgy as Educator – L. Joseph Hebert, Crisis Magazine
Win! 5 Copies of Vision of Fatima – Justin McClain, epicPew
The Way of Wisdom from Grandmother to Grandson – Mitchell Kalpakgian Ph.D., TaChF
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President Emmanuel Macron and his wife.

Europe Has Already Fallen Off the Demographic Cliff

by William Kilpatrick, Ph.D.,

of Crisis Magazine

Fr. James Martin’s Bridge Too Far – One Mad Mom
Backward Newspaper Mocks Catholics for Being Backward – Matthew Archbold, NC Register
What Pope Francis Really Said about Medjugorje, Trump & the SSPX – Diane Montagna, Aleteia
Facebook Shuts Down Pro-Life Group’s Account, Saying Its Ads are “Misleading” – Life News
For Wilton, The Ned Hat – Pope Taps Raleigh’s “Top Gun” as Atlanta Aux. – Rocco Palmo
The New Medieval Age: The Age of Concentration – Eugene Vodolazkin, First Things
Never Mind Le Pen and Macron – John Rogove, First Things
Fake History has Established the Foundation for Fake News – William Jeynes Ph.D., Pblc Dscrs
Gay Rights and the Other First Amendment Right – Deacon Steven D. Greydanus, NC Rgstr
Where Dreher Lost Me on the “Benedict Option” – Deidre Mundy, Aleteia
Christians and the Assad Government: The Untold Story – Kathleen M. Hines, The Remnant
The Gray Lady’s Long History of Journalistic Malpractice – Jonathan B. Coe, Crisis Magazine
Pope Francis Is ‘Suspicious’ of Ongoing Medjugorje Apparitions – Elise Harris, CNA via NC Reg
A Powerful Read: The ‘Epochal Shift’ of Christians from the Middle East – Bobby Ross Jr., Gt Rl
Children’s Bible Business Is Booming – John Burger, Aleteia
The Rise of Christianity Behind the Iron Curtain After the Fall of Communist – Erasmus
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MONDAY NUNTIUM EDITION

Rare and Shocking Facts from the Assassination Attempt on John Paul II

by Shaun McAfee, O.P.,

of the National Catholic Register

Reply to Muslim Apologist Shabir Ally on Trinitarianism – Dave Armstrong, Biblical Eviden. . .
The Meaning of Mysterious 3rd Secret of Fatima, According to Cardinal Ratzinger – ChurchPop
Our Lady of Fatima and Worship ‘Ad Orientem’ – Fr. John Zuhlsdorf, Fr. Z’s Blog
Examining Your Conscience by Looking to Virtue Over Vice – Carrie Gress Ph.D., NC Register
Fatima’s Major Theme and You – Fr. John Zuhlsdorf, Fr. Z’s Blog
Is This the Oldest Christian Liturgical Hymn? – Daniel Esparza, Aleteia
Catholics & Mental Illness: Coming Out of the Shadows – Melanie Jean Juneau, Catholic Stand
Acceptance and Anxiety – Paul Kniaz, Catholic Stand
Iconographer Honors Fatima – Joseph Pronechen, National Catholic Register
The Miracle for the Canonization of Jacinta and Francesco – Fr. John Zuhlsdorf, Fr. Z’s Blog
The “Replacement” Apostle, St. Matthias – Philip Kosloski, Aleteia
Fr. Jose Planelles: Another Martyred Priest of the Spanish Civil War – Boyd D. Cathy Ph.D.
The Fatima Files: New Books Outline Fascinating History – Joseph Pronechen, NC Register
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SUNDAY NUNTIUM EDITION

Anthony Esolen: A Thomas More for Our Times

by Joseph Pearce

The Man Who Was Beheaded the Day He Became a Christian – Michael Brown Ph.D., The Strm
How Do We Teach Beauty? – Dale Ahlquist, The Dispatch via The Catholic World Report
A Czech Philosopher Comes to the Defense of Truth – Marie Tejklova, Crisis Magazine
Fatima Shrines Beckon Pilgrims to Northeast US – Joseph Pronechen, NC Register
Brian Davies on Evil Suffered and Evil Done – Edward Feser Ph.D.
10 Photos that Perfectly Capture the Joy of Motherhood – Natalie van der Meer, Aleteia
Mrs. Valiant, Meek & Mild: Reconciling Confidence & Gentleness – Suellen Brewster, Cth Stnd
The Eucharist, Mary, and Redemptive Suffering – Shane Kapler, Catholic Lane
5 Saints Who Died as Children – Philip Kosloski, Aleteia
‘Under Caesar’s Sword’ Looks at the Christian Response to Persecution – Jim Graves, NC Reg
Mother Mary, Mother Church & the Vocation of Motherhood – Fr. Jeff Loseke, Pelican’s Breast
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SATURDAY NUNTIUM EDITION

Saint John Paul II Wasn’t the First to Propose Luminous Mysteries for the Rosary

by Philip Kosloski,

of Aleteia

Is Christianity Unfalsifiable? Is Empiricism the Only True Knowledge? – Dave Armstrong, BEfC
Yes, Christians Do Have an Assurance, but Not an Absolute Assurance of Salvation – Pat. Madrid
Explaining the Crusades as an Analogy to World War II – Dave Armstrong, Biblical Evidenc. . .
100 Years on, Fatima is More Important than Ever – Fr. Alexander Lucie-Smith Ph.D., CH
Building the New Temple: Mass Readings Explained for 5th Sun. of Easter – Jn. Bergsma Ph.D.
Fatima at 100: Our Lady’s Harrowing Message of Freedom – Fr. Raymond de Souza, CH
Worse Than Adultery: Excommunicable Offense of 2nd Marriage – Paul Schultz, The Remnant
Is This a Photo of Fatima’s Miracle of the Sun? The Truth Behind the Popular Photo – ChrchPop
Father Solanus Casey — Priest, Prophet & Porter – Patrick Coffin, National Catholic Register
If Modern Feminists Truly Knew the Fundamental Values Priests are Called to Embrace. . . – Z
Some Reasons God Leaves Things Unresolved – Msgr. Charles Pope, MiC
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OUR LADY OF FATIMA

Three Children of FatimaThe Apparition that Changed the World: A Review of Jean Heimann’s New Book on Fatima

by Anne Marie Miller,

of Ignitum Today

100th Anniversary: 8 Incredible Facts about Fatima You Should Probably Know – Ch. Mooradian
What was Sr. Lucia’s Advice After Fatima Visions? Pray Everyday – Elise Harris, CNA
Did You Know There was an Angel at Fatima Who Taught the Children Prayers? – Patty Knap
Fatima at 100: Can a Scientist Take the Miracle of the Sun Seriously? – Fr. Andrew Pinsent, CH
Everything You Need to Know about Fatima (Part 1) – Mary Rezac, Catholic News Agency
Everything You Need to Know about Fatima (Part 2) – Mary Rezac, Catholic News Agency
Learn More About Our Lady of Fatima With These Resources – Jeanette De Melo, NC Register
On Fatima’s 100th, The Shepherd’s Message: “Honor Your Mother” – Rocco Palmo, Whispers
The Fatima Century: Lethal & Blessed – Fr. Raymond J. de Souza, National Catholic Register
The Rosary: The Peace Plan From Heaven – Peter Jesserer Smith, National Catholic Register
Fatima’s Other Miracle After the Sun Danced – Joseph Pronechen, National Catholic Register
This is the Miracle that Led to the Fatima Children’s Canonization – Alvaro de Juana, CNA
Saintly Devotion to Fatima: St. John Paul II, Pius XII & Fulton Sheen – Joseph Pronechen, NCRg
Fatima and the Traditional Latin Mass – Fr. Ladis J. Cizik, The Remnant Newspaper
Pope Francis and the Unexpired Call of Fatima – Fr. Roger J. Landry, Natl Catholic Register
Vatican in Brief: Holy See to Issue Special Fatima Stamp – Aleteia

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FRIDAY NUNTIUM AFTERNOON EDITION

Hollywood Composer Writes Requiem Mass for His Mother

by Kimberly Winston

of Religion News Service

Ratzinger Rising – William Doino Jr., First Things
Cardinal Bertone Talks about the Third Secret of Fatima – A. Gagliarducci, Cthlc News Agncy
More Parish Closings Nationwide – What Are We to Learn and Do? – Msgr. Charles Pope, CiM
Jesus Christ Will Never Allow His Church to Ordain Women to the Priesthood – Kathy Schiffer
The Deeper Meaning of Receiving at the Altar Rail – Susanna Spencer, Natl Catholic Register
An Inclusive Church Needs Brotherly Exclusivity – Jason Craig, National Catholic Register
The Apocalypse Art Prize: Website Restored – Gregory DiPippo, New Liturgical Movement
Miracle of the Sun Broke Darkness of Portugal’s Atheist Regimes – E. Harris, Cthlc Nws Agncy
The Supernatural Power of Confirmation – Bart Schuchts, Catholic Stand
Turn to Jesus Christ, Who Gives Life its Meaning – Rebecca Hamilton, NC Register
Mother’s Day Breakfast Recipes: Eggs, Waffles, Fruit, and Oreo Frappuccino – Cerith Gardiner
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‘Open Marriage?’ The New York Times Magazine Desperately Hopes, Hopes, Hopes That It’s a Trend

by Julia Duin,

of Get Religion

George Weigel, The SSPX, and Catholic Dissent – Thomas Storck, Ethika Politika
How the LDS Church Responds to the Boy Scouts Regarding LGBT Issues – Tr. Toone & M. Jones
Why Russian Orthodox Anxiety of Other Faiths Is Rising in Russia – Kelsey Dallas, Deseret Nws
9/11 Memorial Chapel Set to Close – Patty Knap, Aleteia
Doctor Told Couple to Abort Baby with Rare Disorder, They Refused, Now He’s Healthy – Ertelt
The Embryo Orphanage: A Cautionary Tale – Ana Maria Dumitru, Public Discourse
How Obama Turned Regulators Into the Speech Police – Maggie Gallagher, The Stream
Archdiocese Removes Girl Scouts, Citing Catholic Conflict – Ann Saladin, NC Register
Superior General Criticises Belgian Order’s Decision to Euthanasia in Care Homes – Nick Hallett
Iraqi Priest Protects Ancient Christian Manuscripts from ISIS – Zelda Caldwell, Aleteia
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Russia’s Imperial Amnesia

by Kirk Bennett,

of The American Interest

France, Secularism & Religion: Macron Is a History Buff on Islam & Religious Strife – Erasmus
Socialism and Nationalism on the Danube – Owen Hatherley, Places
Why is Venezuela’s Nicolás Maduro Still in Power? – S.G., The Economist
In Venezuela, Garbage Dumps have become Places to Eat – Catholic News Agency
Look at Their Democracy: The Pitfalls and Pitfalls of Democracy – Shalom Carmy, First Things
Air War: What If America’s Lethal F-35 Battled Russia’s Stealth PAK-FA or Su-35? – Schneider
Overpopulation? No, Delaying Marriage & Parenthood is Resulting in Too Few People – Life News
Where Has All the French Talent Gone – Philip Delves Broughton, The Wall Street Journal
Thousands of Pro-Lifers Flood the Streets in Canada’s March for Life – Micaiah Bilger, Lf Nws
The Annexation of Crimea Isn’t Going as Planned – Lily Hyde, Foreign Policy
Canada, the ‘Right to Die,’ and the Mentally Ill – Eric Metaxas & Roberto Rivera, The Stream
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I Cannot Attend Your Wedding, Because of Love

by David Roney,

of Catholic Stand

Ed Peters on Cardinal Coccopalmerio’s Alarming Assertion – Fr. John Zuhlsdorf, Fr. Z’s Blog
We’re in Danger of Overlooking the Most Important Part of Fatima – Stephen Bullivant, CH
Getting Real with Reconciliation: The Essence of Making a Good Confession – Mark C. McCann
The 21-year Wait for Mother’s Day – Patti Maguire Armstrong, Catholics News & Inspiration
10 Books That Would Inspire Any Catholic School Educator – Justin McClain, epicPew
But. . .What Is a Verger? – Saint Gregory the Great Church
God and Hemorrhoids – Larry D, Acts of the Apostasy
Genesis Contradictory (?) Creation Accounts & Hebrew Time – Dave Armstrong, BEfC
How Are We Saved? Faith Alone? Or the Way Jesus Taught? – Dave Armstrong, NC Register
Fr. Ludwig Pichler S.J., R.I.P. – Gregory DiPippo, New Liturgical Movement
For Those Whose Dreams Won’t Seem to Come True, Here’s a Saint for You – Hunter-Kilmer
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Cardinal Francesco Coccopalmerio arrives for a cardinals’ meeting, at the Vatican, Tuesday, March 5, 2013. (AP Photo/Andrew Medichini)

Is the Vatican’s Top Canonical Official Undermining Canon Law?

by Phil Lawler,

of Catholic Culture

Planned Parenthood is Ditching the Failed “Pro-Choice” Label, Here’s Why – Micaiah Bilger, LN
How The Daily Telegraph Twisted Itself Into Pretzel Over Yoga-Rejecting Christian Parish – GR
Here’s How Badly Soviet Atheism Failed in Europe – Jeremy Weber, Christianity Today
Perversion As Progress – Rod Dreher, Rod Dreher’s TAC Blog
President Trump Nominates Notre Dame Law Professor as Federal Judge – Hadro, CNA via Reg
Bill Nye: Gender-Chromosome Correlation Is So ’90s – Daniel Payne, The Federalist
How Conversion Therapy Bans Will Trap Transgender Children – Marcus Gregory, The Fdrlst
Canadian Catholic School District Cancels Play Over Gender-Identity Concerns – CNA via NCRg
Legalism, Old and New – Russell Shaw, The Dispatch via The Catholic World Report
Belgian Religious Euthanizers to be Investigated – Fr. John Zuhlsdorf, Fr. Z’s Blog
Catholic Education Service Denies Receiving Outside Funding for Homophobia Document – CH
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