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Terrible Deeds and Odious Comparisons:

President Obama’s Comparison of ISIS

Burning Man Alive to the Crusades

by Todd Aglialoro

of Catholic Answers

 

34 Ways to Earn Your Man Card – Jessica McAfee, Epic Pew
Pont. Acad. Didn’t Argue It’s Morally Obligatory to Use Tainted Vaccines – Dr. Jeff Mirus
Pope Francis Reminds Teens w/ Special Needs: You Have Treasures to Share – The Reg
Best Catholic Books for Lent 2015 – Jean Heimann, Catholic Fire
Correlation and Causation – P. Z., The American Catholic
Epic Giveaway: What Now? A Guide for New (and Not-So-New) Catholics – Shaun McAfee
Holding Me Back – Jennifer Groft, Catholic Stand
Outrage! President Obama Likens ISIS to Crusades? – Kathy Schiffer, Seasons of Grace
It Is Vital that Young Catholics Involve Themselves in Politics – Peter Smith, Cthlc Hrld
No, President Obama, The Crusades and ISIS Are Not The Same Thing – Scott Eric Alt
Labour in Power: Catholic Schools have Reasons to be Concerned – Ed West, Cthlc Hrld
Chin Up! – Molly Milroy, Ignitum Today
For the MONDAY GOD & CAESAR EDITION (2-2-15) click here.
For the THURSDAY GOD & CAESAR EDITION (2-19-15) click here.
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Mass as Nourishment, Not as Obligation

by Melinda Selmys

of OSV Newsweekly

 

  Pope Francis “Endorses Referendum” Denying

  Same-Sex ‘Marriage’, Adoption

  by Elizabeth Scalia of The Anchoress

 

 

  Thinking Morally about Vaccinations

  by Doctor Jeff Mirus

  of Catholic Culture

 

 

  To What Is God Calling You?

  by Jordan Haddad

  of Ignitum Today

 

 

  More Ways to End the Vocations Crisis

  by Anthony Esolen

  of Crisis Magazine

 

 

EWTN Takes Its Appeal in HHS Mandate Lawsuit to 11th Circuit – JF Desmond & M Fritz
Catholic Culture Wars: The Soap Opera at Marquette Univ. Continues – The Motley Monk
In Praise of Catholic Homesteading – Sam Guzman, The Catholic Gentleman
Don’t Waste Your Lent: Seven Ways to Have a Good Lent – Sam Guzman, The Cth Gnt
Best Evangelists Period – Matt Vander Vennet, Epic Pew
‘Feminized’ Church Comment Sparks Debate – Brian Fraga, OSV Newsweekly
Abp. Vincenzo Paglia: Oscar Romero will be Beatified Within the Year – Cindy Wooden
Prepare for Lent – BigPulpit.com (2-16-15)
I. S. I. S. Declares War on Civilization – BigPulpit.com (2-17-15)
For the MONDAY GOD & CAESAR EDITION (2-2-15) click here.
For the THURSDAY MORNING EDITION (2-19-15) click here.
For the THURSDAY GOD & CAESAR EDITION (2-19-15) click here.
For the THURSDAY AFTERNOON EDITION (2-19-15) click here.
For the FRIDAY EDITION (2-20-15) click here.

How to Develop a (Nearly) Unbreakable

Habit of Prayer

by Philip Kosloski

 

  The Vaccine Discussion

  by William M. Briggs

 

 

 

  The Chapel Veil and a Woman’s Rights

  by Rebecca Devendra

  of One Peter 5

 

 

  In the Three-Parent Embryo Debate, Why Is It

  Assumed that Scientists are Always Neutral

  and Benign?

  by Francis Philips of Catholic Herald Magazine

 

An English Catholic Faith; Conversion Story of Joyce Schaeffer – Coming Home Network
A Tradition Both “Venerable” & “Defective”: The Reform of the Missal – Gre. DiPippo
San Francisco Archdiocese Tightens Up Teacher Contracts – Joan Frawley Desmond
Ten Reasons Oscar Romero Matters – Carlos X, Super Martyrio
Culture-of-Death Antidote – The Editors, The National Catholic Register
Fear of the Lord Part 1: Holy Fear – J. C., Ignitum Today
British House of Commons Votes to Allow Three-Parent Babies – The Register
Quæritur: Blessing of Throats by a Nun – Fr. Z’s Blog
Prepare for Lent – BigPulpit.com (2-16-15)
I. S. I. S. Declares War on Civilization – BigPulpit.com (2-17-15)
For the MONDAY GOD & CAESAR EDITION (2-2-15) click here.
For the THURSDAY AFTERNOON EDITION (2-5-15) click here.
For the THURSDAY MORNING EDITION (2-19-15) click here.
For the THURSDAY GOD & CAESAR EDITION (2-19-15) click here.
For the THURSDAY AFTERNOON EDITION (2-19-15) click here.

Signs of Hope: The Under-35 Priest

by Thomas Peters

of Catholic Vote

 

  Let’s Be Reasonable About Vaccines

  by Jo Anna Wahlund

  of Catholic Stand

 

 

  From Faith Came Science: Condemnations of 1277

  by Stacy Trasancos, PhD,

  of The Integrated Catholic Life™

 

 

  For Cardinal George, God’s Grace

  Is Bigger Than Cancer

  by Michelle Bauman

  of The National Catholic Register

 

  Pope Francis Unlikely to Visit Medjugorje

  by Edward Pentin

  of The National Catholic Register

 

 

  Oscar Romero’s Martyrdom a

  Witness Against Tunnel Vision

  by Doctor Jeff Mirus

  of Catholic Culture

 

Instagram Is a New Field to Evangelize, but Most People Doing It Wrong – Fr M Schneider
Joy & Its Limitations; Pope Francis, Gaudium Evangelii & More. . . – Howard Kainz PhD
Oscar Romero & Three Missionaries Declared Martyrs – Edward Pentin, The Register
Bp. Jhn. Sherrington: 3-Parent Baby Law Makes Human Life Disposable – Simon Caldwell
Time to Turn the Heat Up on the Bishops? – Donald R. McClarey JD, TheAmCatholic
A Foretaste of Heaven – Bob Waruszewski, Ignitum Today
Prepare for Lent – BigPulpit.com (2-16-15)
I. S. I. S. Declares War on Civilization – BigPulpit.com (2-17-15)
For the MONDAY GOD & CAESAR EDITION (2-2-15) click here.
For the THURSDAY AFTERNOON EDITION (2-5-15) click here.
For the THURSDAY MORNING EDITION (2-19-15) click here.
For the THURSDAY GOD & CAESAR EDITION (2-19-15) click here.
For the THURSDAY AFTERNOON EDITION (2-19-15) click here.

Pope Francis’s Dystopian Reading Material

by Francis Phillips

of Catholic Herald Magazine

 

  U. K. Mother of Six Could Be Sterilized

  by Matthew Archbold

  of The National Catholic Register

 

 

  Conscientious Objection to Vaccinations

  by Phil Lawler

  of Catholic Culture

 

 

Pope Francis Defends Sanctity of Life – Donald R. McClarey JD, The American Catholic
“I Am Woman”, Ironic Ode to the Embryo‏ – Leila Miller, Catholic Stand
God’s Gift: Husbands Should Reverence Their Wives – Gabriel Somarriba, Catholic Lane
Six Traits of a Modern-Day Saint Joseph – Rich Lamm, Epic Pew
Catholic School Downgraded by Ofsted Named One of the Best in Britain – Sim. Caldwell
3-Parent Baby ‘Debate’ that the Today Program Should be Ashamed Of – Mdl. Teahan
The Secretaries of Peter, Paul, and John – Taylor Marshall PhD
An Apology for the Catholic Church’s Patriarchy – Dominic Burbidge, First Things
Beer, Sex, and the Quest for Happiness – Sam Guzman, The Catholic Gentleman
For the MONDAY GOD & CAESAR EDITION (2-2-15) click here.
For the WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON EDITION (2-4-15) click here.

The Three Most Profound Ideas I Have Ever Had

by Doctor Peter Kreeft

of The Integrated Catholic Life™

 

  Will Smugness Encourage Vaccination?

  by Brendan Malone

  of Restless Press

 

 

Pope Francis to Consecrated Men & Women: Follow Jesus with Joy – The Register
Pope Francis and the Hidden Path to Holiness – Daniel J. Heisey, First Things
A Priest’s Fight for the Seal of Confession – David Anderson, The Dead Phlsphrs Scty
Is There a “Fourth Secret” of Fatima? – Kevin Symonds, Catholic Stand
The Latest Vatican Critique of U. S. Nuns – Mary Jo Anderson, Crisis Magazine
Girl Scout Cookies: Now That I Know, No Thank You – Ann Saladin, The Register
How to Defend Your Faith Without Being Defensive – Nicole DeMille, Epic Pew
At Last, a Speedy Approval for Oscar Romero – Carlos X, Super Martyrio
How About a Shot of Reality with That Juice Box? – Sarah, Catholic History Nerd
Campaigners Fear the Worst as M.P.s Prepare to Vote on 3-Parent Babies – Cthlc Herald
Prepare for Lent – BigPulpit.com (2-16-15)
I. S. I. S. Declares War on Civilization – BigPulpit.com (2-17-15)
For the MONDAY GOD & CAESAR EDITION (2-2-15) click here.
For the WEDNESDAY MORNING EDITION (2-4-15) click here.
For the WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON EDITION (2-4-15) click here.
For the THURSDAY MORNING EDITION (2-5-15) click here.
For the THURSDAY AFTERNOON EDITION (2-5-15) click here.
For the TUESDAY AFTERNOON EDITION (2-17-15) click here.

Terrible Cringe-worthy Christian Music Videos

by Matthew Bauer

of Epic Pew

 

  Pope Francis: ‘The Gospel Has the Power to Change Life’

  via The National Catholic Register

 

 

 

Bishops Criticize ‘Perverse’ Depiction of St. Thomas More in Wolf Hall – Simon Caldwell
Waking Up the World Through the Year for Consecrated Life – Father Roger Landry
Stephen Fry Is Wrong: Without God, the World Would be Worse Off – Fr. Ed Tomlinson
Colorado’s Contentious Confections – Wayne Laugesen, The National Cthlc Register
Fads and Fallacies in the Name of Science – Doctor Edward Feser, Strange Notions
Burying the Dead: A Memorial and a Pledge of Future Salvation – Mark P. Shea, The Reg
Women, The Cosmos, and Cosmetics – John Médaille, Catholic Lane
Abolitionism & Pro-Life: Failure Precedes Success – Elaine Krewer, The Amrcn Catholic
Catholic Calvinism and Suffering – Saint Etheldreda’s Place
Why No Community In America? – Saint Etheldreda’s Place
Prepare for Lent – BigPulpit.com (2-16-15)
I. S. I. S. Declares War on Civilization – BigPulpit.com (2-17-15)
For the MONDAY GOD & CAESAR EDITION (2-2-15) click here.
For the MONDAY AFTERNOON EDITION (2-2-15) click here.
For the TUESDAY AFTERNOON EDITION (2-3-15) click here.
For the TUESDAY MORNING EDITION (2-17-15) click here.
For the TUESDAY AFTERNOON EDITION (2-17-15) click here.

Three Methods of Prayer That Will Change Your Life

by Philip Kosloski

 

  Why Opposing the Practice of Altar Girls

  Is Not Disobedient

  by Brian Williams

  of One Peter 5

 

  Religious Sisters’ Continuing Impact

  on Catholic Education

  by Joseph Pronechen

  of The National Catholic Register

 

  Pope Francis to Anglicans Wanting to Convert

  to Catholicism: Remain Anglican

  by Sandro Magister

  of Chiesa

 

The Light of the World in London – Joanna Bogle, The National Catholic Register
What It’s Really Like to Be Married to Jesus – Sister Helena Burns, Aleteia∝
Petitioning Pope Francis Not to Change Marriage – Donald R. McClarey JD, TACatholic
Does ‘Never Again’ Have Any Meaning? Human Rights After the Holocaust – Ade. Mena
Grace-fully Supporting a Friend with Mental Illness – Ed Rogers, Psyched Catholic
Is the Liturgy an End or a Means? Further Considerations – Peter Kwasniewski, The NLM
22 Ways You Can Be Just Like Saint Thomas Aquinas– Mr. T. J. Burdick OP, Epic Pew
Re-Reading Love and Responsibility – Richard A. Spinello, Crisis Magazine
Islam vs. Secularism vs. Christianity – BigPulpit.com (1-28-15)
Prepare for Lent – BigPulpit.com (2-16-15)
I. S. I. S. Declares War on Civilization – BigPulpit.com (2-17-15)
For the MONDAY GOD & CAESAR EDITION (2-2-15) click here.
For the TUESDAY MORNING EDITION (2-17-15) click here.
For the TUESDAY AFTERNOON EDITION (2-17-15) click here.

Dear Justice Kennedy: An Open Letter from

the Child of a Loving Gay Parent

by Katy Faust

of Public Discourse

 

  University of Notre Dame Professor Dr. Candida Moss

  Says Jesus “Wasn’t Down With Marriage”

  by Scott Eric Alt

 

 

  What’s Best for the Children? 

  Not Same-Sex ‘Marriage’,

  but a Mom and Dad

  by Matthew Sewell of Mountain Catholic

 

5 Reasons Why Freedom of Religion and Conscience Is in Peril – Randall B. Smith PhD
Same-Sex ‘Marriage’ Issue Part of Push for State Religious Liberty Bills – Brian Fraga
Death with Dignity: Questions, Concerns, Dangers – Michael J. Miller, The Cth Wrld Rprt
Where Have All the Boys & Girls Gone? – Donald DeMarco PhD, Truth & Charity Forum
Perpetuating Ineffective Anti-Poverty Programs – Stephen M. Krason, Crisis Magazine
The Common Good: Isn’t That Just a Weasel Word? – Thomas Van, Catholic Culture
Why The Church Will Be Persecuted – Saint Etheldreda’s Place
Christ, Simeon & the “Sides” of History – David G. Bonagura Jr., The Catholic Thing
Sex, Lies and Birth Certificates – Jennifer Lahl, Catholic Lane
Prepare for Lent – BigPulpit.com (2-16-15)
I. S. I. S. Declares War on Civilization – BigPulpit.com (2-17-15)
For the MONDAY AFTERNOON EDITION (2-2-15) click here.
For the TUESDAY AFTERNOON EDITION (2-3-15) click here.
For the WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON EDITION (2-4-15) click here.
For the WEDNESDAY BYZANTINE EDITION (2-11-15) click here.
For the MONDAY AFTERNOON EDITION (2-16-15) click here.
For the TUESDAY MORNING EDITION (2-17-15) click here.
For the TUESDAY AFTERNOON EDITION (2-17-15) click here.
For the THURSDAY GOD & CAESAR EDITION (2-19-15) click here.

Abortion, Torture, and the Juice-Box Theologians

by Austin Ruse

of Crisis Magazine

 

  Seven Reasons Parish Boundaries Are a Good Thing

  by Catherine Boucher

  of The Life I Need

 

 

  Pope Francis Cannot Change the Church Alone

  by Eamon Duffy

  of The New York Review of Books

 

 

Holy Communion in the Hand? – Paul Kokoski, Catholic Culture
Missouri Church Implements Traditional Latin Mass, Parish Then Flourishes – Fr. Z’s Blg
Father Joseph Illo Explains Altar Boys-Only Policy at San Francisco Parish – Jim Graves
The Fourth Crisis Of The Church and Pope Francis – William M. Briggs
Wrecking Churches: Iconoclasm or Continuity? – Father Dwight Longenecker, Crisis
Why Having a Heart of Gold Is Not What Christianity Is About – Father Robert Barron
Univ. of St. Thomas (MN): Stick It In Your Ear! – The Motley Monk, The Amrcn Catholic
Bringing Up Purgatory at a Funeral? – Joan Frawley Desmond, The Ntnl Cthlc Register
The God of Sundays – Dusty Gates, Crisis Magazine
Islam vs. Secularism vs. Christianity – BigPulpit.com (1-28-15)
Prepare for Lent – BigPulpit.com (2-16-15)
For the MONDAY GOD & CAESAR EDITION (2-2-15) click here.
For the MONDAY AFTERNOON EDITION (2-2-15) click here.
For the TUESDAY MORNING EDITION (2-3-15) click here.
For the TUESDAY AFTERNOON EDITION (2-3-15) click here.
For the WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON EDITION (2-4-15) click here.
For the WEDNESDAY BYZANTINE EDITION (2-11-15) click here.
For the MONDAY MORNING EDITION (2-16-15) click here.
For the MONDAY AFTERNOON EDITION (2-16-15) click here.

Five Saints Who Totally Had Superpowers

via ChurchPOP

 

  My Journey from Racial Hatred to Rational Love

  by Joseph Pearce

  of Catholic Exchange

 

 

  Atheism and the Personal Pronoun

  by Patrick Schultz

  of Strange Notions

 

 

Choice vs. Reason – Bob Drury, Catholic Stand
Why Would Anyone Be a Nun? Documentary Gives Fascinating Inside Look – ChurchPOP
The Dire Need for Godly Friends and Spiritual Fathers – Father Robert McTeigue SJ
Crd. Burke Is Right: Altar Girls Do Appear to Reduce Priestly Vocations – Mt. J. Christoff
Liturgy in Bede’s World – Daniel J. Heisey OSB, Homiletic & Pastoral Review
The Feast of Saint John Chrysostom and the Origins of Mozart’s Name – Gregory DiPippo
Standing Up for Life in Mission Territory – Katie Warner, The Ntnl Catholic Register
Introducing The Family Friendly Aisle Campaign – Jennifer Davis, The Catholic Wife
Vatican: Cosmetic Surgery can be an Aggression Against Women – Cindy Wooden
Islam vs. Secularism vs. Christianity – BigPulpit.com (1-28-15)
Prepare for Lent – BigPulpit.com (2-16-15)
I. S. I. S. Declares War on Civilization – BigPulpit.com (2-17-15)
For the WEDNESDAY BYZANTINE EDITION (2-11-15) click here.
For the MONDAY MORNING EDITION (2-16-15) click here.
For the MONDAY AFTERNOON EDITION (2-16-15) click here.
For the TUESDAY MORNING EDITION (2-17-15) click here.
For the TUESDAY AFTERNOON EDITION (2-17-15) click here.

Heroic Priesthood: Seminarians Talk About

the Demands and Joy of the Priesthood

via ChurchPOP

 

  Pope Francis: Christians Who Forget

  God’s Love Are ‘in Grave Danger’

  via The National Catholic Register

 

 

  Before the Rosary There was the Chotki

  by Dominic Cassella

  of Epic Pew

 

 

Trusting In God Completely – Ray Sullivan, Catholic Stand
Our Expectations and One Certainty – Lianna Mueller, Ignitum Today
Why Families Should Promote Classics – Joseph Pronechen, The Ntnl Cthlc Register
41 Perfect Comebacks to Jokes About Your Big Family – ChurchPOP
Who’s Entering Religious Life These Days? – The National Catholic Register
How Important is a Catholic Homeschool Curriculum? – John Clark, Seton Magazine
Pope Francis: We Must Care for All Our Environments – John S. Grabowski, OSV
Is Facebook’s New Policy That Bad? – Shaun McAfee
How the Devil Twists Pleasure into a Stumbling Block for Many – Philip Kosloski
Islam vs. Secularism vs. Christianity – BigPulpit.com (1-28-15)
Synod 2015: Spirit of Vatican II vs. The Word – BigPulpit.com (2-9-15)
The Clash of Civilizations: Christianity and Islam – BigPulpit.com (2-10-15)
For the WEDNESDAY BYZANTINE EDITION (2-11-15) click here.
For the THURSDAY MORNING EDITION (2-12-15) click here.