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SATURDAY AFTERNOON EDITION

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(Photo Credit: Joaquín Peiró Pérez/C.N.A.)

For Archbishop Chaput, ‘Catholic Spring’ Group Did Untold Damage

by Kevin J. Jones

of the Catholic News Agency

Santa María de la Sede in Sevilla is the World’s Largest Gothic Cathedral, But Why? – D. Esparza
Spiritual Truths in “The Girl on the Train” – Fr. Edward Lee Looney, Ignitum Today
Modernity Doesn’t Keep Its Promises – Rachel Lu, National Catholic Register
“Where Were You, God, When We Needed You?” – Ramon Antonio A. Aldana, Catholic Stand
SSPX’s Bishop Fellay Meets Pope Francis, Cardinal Müller – Edward Pentin, N.C. Register
Pope Francis Grieves Over Death of Thailand’s King – Hannah Brockhaus, C.N.A.
Early-Modern Reforms of the Dominican Liturgy – Fr. Augustine Thompson O.P., New Lit Mov
Why We Can’t Do Without the Natural Law – Richard Bastien, The Catholic World Report
On Jobs – Fr. James V. Schall S.J., The Catholic Thing
10 Things We Cannot Forget to Talk About During Respect for Life Month – Doug Johnson, eP
How to Explain Sacramentals to Fundamentalists, Part II – Karl Keating, Catholic Answers

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SATURDAY MORNING EDITION

man-walking-out-of-church-fuzzy-pic26 Reasons You Should Leave the Catholic Church Immediately

by Tracy Bua Smith

of epicPew

Are You Hurt, Disoriented, Frustrated about What’s Going on in the Church? Fr. Z Rants – Z
The Most Milquetoast Defense of Catholicism Ever from USCCB President – Matthew Archbold
Restored: The Magnificent Ghent Altarpiece Gives Up Its Centuries-Old Mysteries – N. Charney
‘Catholic Spring’ Email Leak: American Ideals at Risk, U.S. Bishops Warn – C.N.A. via The Reg
Clinton Campaign Emails Don’t Just Smear Catholics, but Religions and Women – Helen Alvaré
What the Bible Says About Alcohol and Drunkenness – John Martignoni, N.C. Register
Have You Talked to Your Angel Today? – Anne Marie Miller, Ignitum Today
Ohio State Catholic Linebacker Goes From Walk-On to Scholarship Captain – Trent Beattie, Reg
The Pius Wars? The Pope’s Own War against Hitler – Jeffrey A. Mirus Ph.D., Catholic Culture
God’s Perspective on Popularity – Anne DeSantis, Catholic Stand
Pope Donates $100,000 to Haiti for Hurricane Recovery – Hannah Brockhaus, C.N.A via Reg

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FRIDAY EDITION

Cardinal Dolan O'Malley Wuerl

The Danger of Appointing Like-Minded Cardinals

by Phil Lawler

of Catholic Culture

Fake Catholic Groups and the “Catholic Spring” Emails – Anne Hendershott, The CWR
17 Popular Phrases That Jesus Actually Said First – Justin McClain, epicPew
How Europe’s Bishops Plan to Guide the Church Through Murky Waters – Elise Harris, C.N.A.
Massachusetts Law Could Forbid Churches to Preach on Transgenderism – C.N.A.
The Sacking of the West – Kenneth Crowther, Crisis Magazine
Leaked Emails: Hillary Clinton Campaign Chief Discussing Revolution against Bishop – C.N.A.
Scientist, Theologian, Mother – Nicholas Senz, The Catholic World Report
A New Film Sheds Light on the Ugly World of Sex Trafficking – CWR Staff, The Dispatch
The Persistent Widow. . . : Mass Readings Explained, 29th Sun., Ord. Time – Brant Pitre Ph.D.
Unveiling a Christian Foreign Policy Declaration – The Editors, Providence
Catholic Extension: Charitable Society That Funds New Churches – Joseph Pronechen, NCReg

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THURSDAY EXTRA

(Photo Credit: C.N.A./Daniel Ibáñez)
(Photo Credit: C.N.A./Daniel Ibáñez)

About Those Unthinking, Backward Catholics . . . 

by Archbishop Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap.,

via the National Catholic Register

What’s the Thought Behind Pope Francis’ Choices for Cardinals? – Andrea Gagliarducci, C.N.A.
Believe It or Not: The N.Y. Times Quietly Returns to Its ‘Jesus Is Dead’ Theme – T. Mattingly
Pronouns, Ordinary People, and the War over Reality – Anthony Esolen Ph.D., Pblc Discourse
Contraception and Communion – Robert B. Greving J.D., Crisis Magazine
Why Fátima Is Still So Important – Diana Von Glahn, National Catholic Register
Is There a Lesser of Two Evils? – Colin Donovan, National Catholic Register
How Moms Can Raise Boys to Become Great Catholic Men – Leila Miller, N.C. Register
A Family-Friendly Guide to Sex Education – Leila Marie Lawler, Crisis Magazine
Massachusetts Transgender Bathroom Law Faces Legal Challenge – Associated Press via C.H.
Christian T.V. Networks in Pakistan Ordered to Close Over Lack of Permits – E. Harris, C.N.A.

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THURSDAY EDITION

carlo-cardinal-caffarra-and-pope-francisDeclaration of Fidelity to Church Teaching on Marriage Reaches 5,000 Signatures

by Edward Pentin

of the National Catholic Register

Yes, Religious Women “Marrying” Each Other Is Against Canon Law – E.N. Peters J.C.D. J.D.
The Eyewitnesses of Fatima – Thomas Clements, Ignitum Today
Historic U.N. Clash on LGBT Rights Set for November – Stefano Gennarini J.D., Catholic Lane
Theologian: Tim Kaine Took Gravely Immoral Position on Abortion – Matt Hadro, The Reg
Why Religious Leaders Asked Obama to Condemn His Civil Rights Chairman – M. Hadro, C.N.A.
Mark Wahlberg Made a Video about Why He Loves Priests – Catholic News Agency
Why I’m Catholic: Sola Scriptura Isn’t Scriptural, Part III – Kenneth Hensley, Catholic Answers
Quæritur: Of Brewing Beer, Beery Prayers, and Blessings – Fr. John Zuhlsdorf, Fr. Z’s Blog
Review of Dawn Eden’s New Book: Remembering God’s Mercy: Redeem. . . – C.S. Morrissey
Obtaining Peace and Zeal for Growth in Grace – Dan Burke, Catholic Spiritual Direction
The Battle of Prayer: 29th Sunday of Ordinary Time – John Bergsma Ph.D., The Sacred page

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WEDNESDAY EXTRA

council-fathers-icon-beautiful10 Times Catholic Dogma Didn’t Change When People Thought It Would

by Mary Flynn

of epicPew

14 Saints Reveal Details About the Antichrist – Joseph Pronechen, N.C. Register
Imagine the Trump Campaign Had Called Islam Backwards & Mocked Muslims – Mat. Archbold
Way Too Cool! St. Thomas Becket’s Prayer Book – Fr. John Zuhlsdorf, Fr. Z’s Blog
The Asia Bibi Case Shames Pakistan’s Government – and Britain’s – Fr. Alexander Lucie-Smith
Annulment Chaos in the Holy Land – Jill Duchess of Hamilton, Catholic Herald
Abortion Group Targets Catholic Doctors’ Conscience Rights – Jonathan Abbamonte, C.L.
New Truth? Jesus’s Mistakes? God’s Errors? – Guy McClung J.D. Ph.D., Catholic Stand
Once Saved, Always Saved? Part I – Tim Staples, Catholic Answers
Religious Leaders Blast Civil Rights Report on Claims of Discrimination – Mark Zimmerman
Catholic Schools Should Leave Common Core Behind – CNS Staff, The Cardinal Newman Soc.
Colorado Assisted Suicide Bill Criticized for Preying Upon Fear – Kevin J. Jones, C.N.A.

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WEDNESDAY EDITION

friendzone-doodle-drawing-cuteNo, Men and Women Cannot Be Friends

by Benedictine Augustine

of the Maccabee Society

Clinton Campaign’s Anti-Catholic Emails – Matthew Archbold, Creative Minority Report
Colorado Archbishop Dares to Tell Catholics How to Vote, Does Denver Media Care? – Julia Duin
Goodbye Society of Christian Philosophers (S.C.P.), Updated – Edward Feser Ph.D.
Book Review: Particles of Faith – Nicene Guy, Ignitum Today
Mary Whitehouse was Right about Morality, Says Barrister Who Fought Against Her – Cthlc Hrld
When It Comes to Economics, Pope Francis Gets Caught Up in the Rhetoric – Sarah Stanley, PB
Strengthen Our Seminarians – Pete Socks, Catholic Stand
Univ. of Notre Dame Honors Pro-Life Geneticist, Discovered Cause of Down’s Syndrome – C.N.S.
Australian Opposition Blocks Govt Plans for Public Vote on Same-Sex ‘Marriage’ – A.P. via C.H.
Polish Bishops Vow to Continue Push for Stricter Abortion Controls – Cthlc Nws Srvc via C.H.
Connecting the MLB Playoffs and Home Schooling – Trent Beattie, N.C. Register

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TUESDAY EDITION

(Photo Credit: Catholic News Service)
(Photo Credit: Catholic News Service)

Women ‘Priests’, Politics, and Holy Communion: What Pope Francis’s New Cardinals Believe

via Catholic Herald

Pope’s Choice of Cardinals Underlines Commitment to ‘Irreversible’ Change – Phil Lawler, C.C.
When it Comes to Infinity, the Confusion of Atheists is Boundless – Angelo Stagnaro, The Reg
Book Review: A Fiercely Intellectual Book on the Moral Complexities of Sex  – Fiorella Nash
Feminist Protesters Assault Catholic Cathedral in Argentina – Inés San Martín, Crux
Kudos to InterVarsity Christian Fellowship – Fr. John Zuhlsdorf, Fr. Z’s Blog
What is the Difference between Radical Dissent and Non-Assent? – Fr. Basil Cole O.P., TaChF
We Must Speak Out More Boldly on Behalf of Persecuted Christians – Rebecca Hamilton, NCRg
Online Education: Helping Catechetical Leaders Thrive – Saint Joseph’s College, Crux
Catholic Assembly: E.U. Must be More Democratic to Avoid Break-Up – Simon Caldwell, C.H.
Bishop Ministers to the People behind the Kentucky Derby – Joyce Duriga, Crux
New York Archdiocese Offers Compensation to Victims of Sex Abuse – C.N.A. via The Reg

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MONDAY EXTRA

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Son of Susan Skinner consoled by mother after being expelled because parents objected to pornographic sex education course in Diocese of Nashville

Bishop and Diocese of Nashville’s Growing ‘Erotic’ Sex Scandal

by Pete Baklinski

of Life Site

Abp. A. Sample Points to ‘Troublesome’ Misuses of Pope’s Teaching on Family – C.N.S. via C.H.
24 Quotes from “Particles of Faith” that Richard Dawkins Would Never Say – epicPew
Trump vs. Clinton II: In Any Other Election Year . . . – Matthew Bunson, Natl Cthlc Register
Proposed Synod on Married Priests ‘was Voted Down by Pope’s Advisers’ – Catholic Herald
Cardinal Sarah: Reform the Liturgy! “The Future of the Church is at Stake” – Fr. Z’s Blog
On Heresy, Dissidence, And Scandal – Gene Van Son, Catholic Stand
One Fewer Christian-Owned Bakery after Religious Freedom Fight – Catholic News Agency
EWTN’s Tomkin Little Catholic Cowboy is So Sweet and Brilliant! – Chloe Mooradian, epicPew
How Should Catholic Educators Respond to Gender Ideology? – Catholic News Agency
Columbus, Catholicism and Courage – Donald R. McClarey J.D., The American Catholic
Next Synod Will Be on ‘Young People, the Faith and Discernment of Vocation’ – Edward Pentin

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EASTERN RITE MONDAY EDITION

pope-francis-in-georgia-caucasusPope Francis’ Ecumenical Impact with the Orthodox World

by Andrea Gagliarducci

via Monday Vatican

Way Forward after Catholic-Orthodox Meet on Primacy & Synodality – A.A.J. DeVille Ph.D.
Christian Voices Speak from Aleppo – Alessandra Nucci, National Catholic Register
After Genocide, What’s Next for Iraq’s Christians? – Matt Hadro, Catholic News Agency
100 Years of Genocide: Christians Under Siege in Iraq & Syria Featured in New Film – V. Gaetan
Group Presses for Christian ‘Safe Zone’ in Iraq – Rhina Guidos, Crux
Francis to Georgian Orthodox Church: We Are Called to Be One in Christ – C.N.A. via The Reg
Maronites Backing Michel Aoun to End Presidential Stalemate in Lebanon – AsiaNews.it
Has Anyone at an Orthodox Parish Near You Heard of St. Moses the Black? – Terry Mattingly
Rila Monastery in Bulgaria – Joel Morehouse, New Liturgical Movement
Motu Proprio on Aligning Latin & Eastern Rite Codes of Canon Law: English Translation – C.H.
Orthodox Schism May be Looming, Might Just be a Catholic Solution – Fr. Ale. Lucie-Smith

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MONDAY EDITION

blaise-cardinal-cupich-of-chicagoWith Pope’s Cardinal Picks, Bernardin’s ‘Seamless Garment’ is Back

by John L. Allen, Jr.

of Crux

Bishop in Belgium Calls for Rituals to Bless Adultery and Sodomy – Fr. Z’s Blog
Pope Francis Replaces Cardinal Sarah to Open JPII Institute’s Academic Year – Edward Pentin
Movie Review: Denial – Sister Helena Burns F.S.P., Catholic Lane
Are Children at Mass a Blessing or an Annoyance? – Steffani Jacobs, Catholic Stand
Poland and Abortion: Facts and Falsehoods – Filip Mazurczak, The Catholic World Report
How to Explain Sacramentals to Fundamentalists, Part I – Karl Keating, Catholic Answers
Columbus and the Virgin Mary – Donald R. McClarey J.D., The American Catholic
EpicPew Joins Sophia Institute Press – Shaun McAfee O.P., epicPew
New Film Documents the Persecution of Christians – K.V. Turley, Crisis Magazine
4 Advantages of Digital Silence – Fr. Matthew Schneider, Catholic Stand
To Make Real Progress Catholics & Anglicans Must Look to Scripture – Fr. Ale. Lucie-Smith

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SUNDAY EDITION

slawomir-zubrzycki-viola-organista-leonardo-da-vinci-inventionLeonardo Da Vinci Designed This Invention, but It was Never Built, Until Now

by Daniel Esparza

of Aleteia

Same-Sex Marriage vs. the Real Thing: A Gay Man’s View of the Big Picture – Doug Mainwaring
A Subtler Satanism – Julia Meloni, Crisis Magazine
The Modern – and Little Known – Miracles of Padre Pio – Elise Harris, Catholic News Agency
Secular Blindness – Rupert Shortt, First Things
Participatio Actuosa (Not “Active Participation”) in the Current Magisterium – Fr. Stravinskas
The Ten Commandments and Natural Law – Howard Kainz Ph.D., The Catholic Thing
New Spanish Video on Veiling (with English Subtitles) – Peter Kwasniewski Ph.D., New Lit Mov
A Quick Note on “Doctors of the Law” – Jeffrey A. Mirus Ph.D., Catholic Culture
How Modernity Undermines Our Need for Rootedness – Brian Jones, Crisis Magazine
True and False Freedom – Jeremy A. Kee, Crisis Magazine
The Beautiful (and Exhausting) Work of an Organist – Daniel Esparza, Aleteia

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