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SATURDAY AFTERNOON EDITION

jane-fonda-screen-imageJane Fonda’s Mother Had Nine Abortions Before Fonda Was Born, Then Committed Suicide

by Steven Ertelt,

of LifeNews.com

Wikileaks Reminds Us Why the Left Opposes Catholicism – Steve Greene, Crisis Magazine
Divorce For Kids: Infectious Disease Or Single Blow – David Roney, Catholic Stand
St. Michael vs. Lucifer: Why St. Michael Won! – Taylor Marshall Ph.D.
Watch these Rare Videos of Saints (and Future Saints, too) – Matt Vander Vennet, epicPew
Gifs that Perfectly Summarize Every Book of the Old Testament – Brooke Gregory, epicPew
Some (Christian) Art in the Roman Forum! – Eamonn Clark, Christian Renaissance Mvmnt
Christians in a Culture of Death – Mark Davis Pickup, Catholic Lane
The Blessed Sacrament Gives a Foretaste of Future Glory – Mark Davis Pickup, Catholic Lane
Strong-Willed Or God’s Will – Karen Reep, Catholic Stand
U.S. Senate’s Pro-Life Majority Faces Big Test in November – Peter Jesserer Smith, The Reg
Social Credit Prognostications – M. Oliver Heydorn Ph.D., The Distributist Review

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SATURDAY MORNING EDITION

beautiful-catholic-church-keystone-entranceAward-Winning Atheist Poet Writes Memoir with a Twist: Her Conversion

by K.V. Turley,

of  Catholic Exchange

Missals f/ Silverstream Priory: Defaced Missal f/ Post-Conciliar Revolution – Kwasniewski Ph.D.
Who Will Defend the Truth? – Dom Cingoranelli, Catholic Stand
Target Reports Drop in Sales Following Transgender Controversy – Glenn Stanton, N.C. Rgstr
Struggles All Catholics with ADHD Can Understand – Alex R. Hey, epicPew
Benedictine Cathedral at Norcia Has Toppled, Here’s How to Help! – Kathy Schiffer, SoG
Life Happens – Edward Monti, Catholic Stand
Rolling Away the Stone: Uncovering Christ’s Tomb – Chloe Mooradian, epicPew
That Forgotten Person, the Holy Spirit – Fr. C. John McCloskey III, The Catholic Thing
Catholic Voters Have a Definite Responsibility – Robert Barbry II, epicPew
Does Praying to the Saints Mean They’re Gods? – Trent Horn, Catholic Answers
With Just One Place to Worship, Somalia is a Dangerous Place for Christians – Morena, C.N.A.

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FRIDAY AFTERNOON EDITION

ludolf-backhuysen-christ-in-the-storm-on-the-sea-of-galileeThe Coming Storm and How to Prepare

by Shane Schaetzel,

of Fully Christian

Those Catholic Wikileaks – George Weigel, First Things
The Quiet Courage of Robert Cardinal Sarah – Samuel Gregg D.Phil., The Cthlc World Report
Radical Activist Saul Alinsky Recruited Wolves in Shepherds’ Clothing – John Zmirak Ph.D.
History of the False Ideas Leading to Same-Sex “Marriage” – Dave Armstrong, N.C. Register
How Justice Scalia Suffered the ‘Contempt of a Sophisticated World’ – Adelaide Mena, C.N.A.
Mass Readings Explained for the 32nd Sunday of Ordinary Time (Video) – Brant Pitre Ph.D.
Does It Matter What Others Think Of Us? – Shaun McAfee O.P., National Catholic Register
Elevating Economics: Loving (and Farming) a Particular Place – Catholic Ecology
Aim Higher Than Purgatory – Patti Maguire Armstrong, Catholic Stand
Be Rooted In the Basics of Our Faith – Brandon Schild, Catholic Stand
New Vatican Directive Discourages Cremation – John M. Grondelski, Crisis Magazine
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mcdonalds-in-the-vaticanMcVatican Detractors Are Missing the Point

by Gene Van Son

of Catholic Stand

Catholic Governor Faces Massive Islamist Protest Over Koran Remarks  – A.P. via Cthlc Herald
Not So Fast: Catholic Votes may be Shifting to Trump – Crux
Have Souls in Purgatory Visited People on Earth? – Hannah Brockhaus, C.N.A.
Movie Review: Hacksaw Ridge – Sister Helena Burns F.S.P., Catholic Lane
366 Quick Ways to Help You Catholic Teacher Immediately – Shaun McAfee O.P., epicPew
Making Sense of the China-Vatican Agreement on the Selection of Bishops – Ant. E. Clark Ph.D.
A Reminder that This Jesuit Pope is Also Highly Franciscan – John L. Allen Jr., Crux
Democratic ‘Front Groups’ or Faithful Political Engagement? – Brian Fraga, N.C. Register
A New Creation Flowing from the Side of Christ – Mary Proffit Kimmel, Ignitum Today
Republished: The Little Flowers of Saint Francis w/ Antique Illustrations – Kwasniewski Ph.D.
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jesuit-magazine-america-gets-it-wrong-on-homosexualityWhy the Jesuit Magazine, America, Has It Wrong About Homosexuality

by John Collins, Ed.D.,

of Crisis Magazine

Quæritur: Does the St. Gertrude Prayer Release 1000 Souls from Purgatory? – Fr. Z’s Blog
‘The Hidden Rebellion’ Unmasks the Wolf at the Door: the French Revolution – Jos. Pronechen
Ecumenical Showpieces like Sweden are Great, but let’s be Realistic – Fr. Dwight Longenecker
Heal Your Family Tree With Masses and Suffrages for the Dead – Fr. Dwight Longenecker
My Fight for Free Speech in Trudeau’s Canada – Jordan Peterson, Catholic Herald
Former Manchester United Footballer to be a Dominican Priest – Catholic News Agency
What Church Teaches Re: “Catholic” Pro-Abort Politicos – Castañeda S.T.L./Vizcarrondo M.D.
Great News about a New College Seminary in Charlotte! – Fr. John Zuhlsdorf, Fr. Z’s Blog
Gossip and Whistle-Blowers – Jean Elizabeth Seah, Ignitum Today
Render Unto Caesar: The 2016 General Election – Deacon Greg Lambert, Catholic Stand
Mass Readings Explained for 32 Sun. of Ord Time: Resurrection f/ the Dead – Bergsma Ph.D.
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THURSDAY EDITION

the-politically-incorrect-guide-to-catholicism-by-john-zmirak-ph-dBook Review: John Zmirak’s ‘Politically Incorrect Guide to Catholicism’

by Bruce Edward Walker

of PowerBlog

via the Acton Institute

The Boston Archdiocese has Chosen an Odd Time to Take a Stand – Phil Lawler, Cthlc Culture
The Bizarre Events and Circumstances Around Amoris Lætitia – Robert Royal Ph.D., TCC
The Acceptable Face of Hardline Secularism: “Catholic” Justin Trudeau – Fr. Ray. De Souza
No Middle Way bt. Atheism & Catholicism, Says Harvard Prof. Who Converted – Mad. Teahan
The Double Mommy Trap: Two Mothers & No Rights for Junior – Adam J. MacLeod, Pblc Dscrs
The Battle Over St. John Paul’s (JP2 Institute) Legacy Comes to Australia – Dan Hitchens, C.H.
The Impact of Traditional Catholic Radio – Joe Sales
Court Grants Seal of Confession Victory in Louisiana – Matt Hadro, N.C. Register
New N.H.S. Prenatal Test for Down’s Syndrome Provokes Backlash f/ Doctors – Sim. Caldwell
Popular Liverpool Priest and Broadcaster Dies Age 81 – Megan Griffiths, Catholic Herald
Americans Don’t Want to be Taxed to Pay for Abortions – Jonathan Abbamonte, Cthlc Lane
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benedict-xvi-peter-seewald-2010The Most Revealing Book Yet on Benedict XVI

by Luke Coppen,

of Catholic Herald

10 Totally Awesome Stained Glass Windows You Need to See to Believe – Laura Hensley, epcPw
Top 10 Tips for Marrying the Right Person – Marcia Segelstein, National Catholic Register
Bp. Th.J. Paprocki, S.T.L., of Springfield Diocese Talks about Moral Issues and the Election – Z
Oh No, a Jesus Freak! – Guy McClung J.D. Ph.D., Catholic Stand
What the C.D.C. Taught Me about Sin – Ryan Kraeger, Ignitum Today
With Fond Farewells, 3 U.S. Bishops Leave ‘Home’ for New Dioceses – Peter Jesserer Smith
Trinity Western Wins! No, Really: Christian Law School in Canada One Step Away – Rod Dreher
Archbishop Gomez: Christian Doctors Face Increasing Threats – Catholic News Agency
Let Prayer Be Your Shield, and Be Not Afraid – Stacy Trasancos Ph.D., N.C. Register
Video: Pope Francis Gives a Definitive ‘No’ to Women’s Ordination – Edward Pentin, N.C. Reg
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anthony-m-esolenFaithful Catholic Professor Anthony Esolen Under Attack at Providence College

by Matthew Archbold

of Creative Minority Report

Fr. Thomas Rosica Exemplifies New Style of Ad Hominem Attacks in Rome – Fr. Ray. De Souza
Yes, Highlights (For Children) Magazine is Going Gay – Rod Dreher
A Compelling Case for the Holy Shroud of Turin – Francis Phillips, Catholic Herald
The Al Smith Dinner Has Become a Stumbling Block to the Gospel – Msgr. Charles Pope
Psychiatrists Can’t Explain Demonic Possession, Says Director of The Exorcist – Cthlc Herald
3 Books Guaranteed to Make Mass Better for Your Toddler: My Little Catec. . . – Jessica McAfee
Are You Saved ? – Melanie Jean Juneau, Catholic Stand
Watch this Incredible Explanation of the Book of Job, in Video – Sara Spitt, epicPew
Who are the Yazidis of Iraq (& Why are They Facing Such Bitter Persecution?) – Richard Ostling
Number of Home-Schooled Students has Doubled Since 1999, New Data Shows – Emma Brown
Venezuela Opposition Scrap Protest March in Response to Vatican Diplomacy – A.P. via C.H.
For the All Souls Day Edition click here.
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All-Souls Day Edition

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our-lady-of-carmel-saving-souls-from-purgatory11 Unforgettable Quotes from Saints on Death and Purgatory

by Theresa Williams

of epicPew

All Souls’ Day: Plenary Indulgence Reminder & Rorate Cæli Purgatorial Society – Rorate Cæli
Of Purgatory and Homage to the Dead – Regis Martin S.T.D., The Catholic Thing
Poll: For All Souls Day Mass 2016 what Color Vestments Did You See? – Fr. Z’s Blog
Have You Heard of Saint Death? Don’t Pray to It – Mary Rezac, Catholic News Agency
Making the Case for Black Vestments – Brian Williams, Liturgy Guy
Purgatory: The Antechamber of Heaven – Jean Elizabeth Seah, Ignitum Today
On the Third Mass for All Souls’ Day – Fr. Peter Mottola, J.C.L., Rorate Cæli
The Faithful Departed – Kevin Aldrich, Catholic Stand
Masses of Mercy: Why We Offer Prayers for the Dead – Joseph Pronechen, N.C. Register
You’ve got Questions (about Death)? The Church has Answers – Mary Rezac, C.N.A.
Catholic Church Turns to Instagram to Help People Face Death – Susan Byron, Catholic Herald
For the Pope Francis’ Ecumenical Trip to Sweden click here.
For the WEDNESDAY LATE EDITION click here.
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TUESDAY EDITION

st-patricks-sulpician-seminary-in-menlo-park-californiaSulpicians Split from Saint Patrick’s Seminary over Governance Dispute in Menlo Park, California

by Peter Jesserer Smith,

of the National Catholic Register

New Film “The Sultan and the Saint”: Questionable Historical Authenticity – Benjamin J. Vail
Full Text: Joint Declaration for the 500th Anniversary of Reformation – Catholic Herald
Assisted Suicide Laws Threaten to Deny Care for the Sick & Elderly across U.S. – Kathy Schiffer
Expect Some Religion-Friendly Reforms f/ Theresa May & Her Gifted Advisers – Francis Davis
Cut to the Chase on the Issues this Presidential Election – Dom Cingoranelli, Catholic Stand
Hillary’s Faith: In God and “Roe” She Trusts – Paul G. Kengor Ph.D., The Dispatch
U.K. Religious Freedom Leaders Speak Out for Asia Bibi, Persecuted Pakistani Christians – CWR
Who From Their Labors Rest: Readings for All Saints – John Bergsma, The Sacred Page
I Have Cancer But Please, Don’t Kill My Baby to Save Me – Birgit Jones, Catholic Stand
What’s Unpopular with Voters? Taxpayer Funding of Abortion – Catholic News Agency
What Will Ensure the Survival of Middle East Christians? – Catholic News Agency

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MONDAY EXTRA

grunge-flag-of-swedenIntercommunion on Pope’s Trip to Sweden?

by Leroy Huizenga,

of The Catholic World Report

Five Things You Need to Know About the Protestant Reformation – K. Albert Little, TCC
The Problem with Facebook Mommy Groups – Emily Holt, Crisis Magazine
For Your Ultimate Cool File – Fr. John Zuhlsdorf, Fr. Z’s Blog
To Hell With Halloween – Trent Beattie, Catholic Lane
Exorcist Advice on How to Protect Yourself – Patti Maguire Armstrong, Cthlc Sprtl Drctn
Faith, Reason & the Transgender Movement – Steven Jonathan Rummelsburg, Cthlc Stand
Questions and Answers about Pope Francis’s Visit to Sweden – Nicole Winfield, A.P. via Crux
Our Political Duty Concerning Abortion – A. Castañeda S.T.L. & F.E. Vizcarrondo M.D.
Happy Halloween! – Donald R. McClarey J.D., The American Catholic
7 Ways to Make Your All Saints Day Happier Than Your Halloween – Justin McClain, epicPew

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