TVESDAY MID-DAY EDITION

Punditry and Analysis:
Are You Using Technology as a Tool to Build Virtue? – Daniel Esparza at Aleteia
Priest Says Eucharistic Pilgrimage ‘a Sign of Growing Devotion’ – Charles Collins at Crux
Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Live – Big Pulpit
Was Russia Accurately Consecrated to Mary? – Fr. David J. Nix at Pilgrim Priest
Has St. Francis’ Prophecy Come to Pass? – David Martin at The Daily Knight
9 December – Feast of St. Juan Diego. Amazing Miracle Story! – Fr. Z’s Blog
Two Questions for Gabriel – Mary Ennis Meo at Catholic Stand
Before & After: St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Aspen, Colorado – S. Tribe at Liturgical Arts Journal
Removing the Obstacles to Grace – Matthew at A Catholic Life

Advent (and Christmas):
This Advent, Consider a Media Fast – Laura DeMaria at Catholic Stand
Fight the Anti-Advent – A. Joseph R. Shaw, Ph.D., at Catholic Answers Magazine
Advent Reflection – Christ Is Passing By by St. Josemaría Escrivá – Scepter Blog
7 Inspiring Advent Traditions from Around the World – Rachel Padilla at epicPew
The Christmas Guide – Theology of the Home Blog

Indiscriminate News, Punditry, and Analysis:
What Santa Claus Has To Do With Christianity – John Mac Ghlionn at Religion Unplugged

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FRIDAY AFTERNOON EDITION

Punditry and Analysis:
Which Saint Climbed Into an Oven & Didn’t Get Burned? – Get Fed
Cardinal Arizmendi: Are Our Prayers Useful? – Felipe Cardinal Arizmendi at Exaudi
Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Live – Big Pulpit
Protestants & the ‘Paid in Full’ Myth – Trent Horn at Catholic Answers Magazine
Our Lady of Kibeho – Muji Kaiser at TOH Blog
Why Does God Judge on the Basis of Good & Evil? – John M. Grondelski, Ph.D., at The Cthlc Thing
5 More Horrific Punishments in Purgatory! – Adrian Fonseca at America Needs Fatima
What Do We Know About the Presentation of Mary? – Marge Fenelon at Catholic News Agency
The Anti-Christ & the End of the World with Ralph Martin – Matt Fradd at Pints with Aquinas

Advent (and Christmas):
What is the Liturgical Color for the Season of Advent? – Philip Kosloski at Aleteia
The Real Man Behind Santa Claus: The Story of the Great Saint Nicholas – ChurchPOP
The Past, Present, & Future of Advent – David Paul Deavel at Catholic World Report
25 Family-Friendly Christmas Classic Movies to Watch This Holiday Season – ChurchPOP
5 Sacred U.S. Monuments to Visit Before Christmas – Daniel Esparza at Aleteia
The Ancient Origins of the Advent Wreath & Its Profound Symbolic Meaning – ChurchPOP

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THVRSDAY EVENING EDITION

Punditry and Analysis:
Spiritual Transformation as Training – Tom Collingwood at Catholic Stand
Can Non-Catholics Go to Heaven? This Is What the Catechism Actually Says – uCatholic
Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Live – Big Pulpit
When St. Nicholas Raised 3 Boys from the Dead: Legend Behind Patron Saint of Children – ChPP
5 Essentials Every Son Needs From His Father – The Catholic Gentleman
Embracing the Quiet Power of Silence & Stillness – Daniel Esparza at Aleteia
Veneration of the Virgin Mary (& Saints) is Not an Accretion – Dennis Knapp at The Latin Right
Selection of Violet Vestments from the 19nth Century French Tradition – Liturgical Arts Journal

Advent (and Christmas):
1st Week of Advent: How Will We Be Judged? – Fr. Z’s Blog
The Advent Wreath: Meaning & Spiritual Preparation – P.A. Espinosa de los Monteros at Exaudi
Preparing Your Heart & Home in Advent – Woodeene Koenig-Bricker at Our Sunday Visitor
Our Advent Traditions – Fr. Victor Feltes at Parishable Items
The Ultimate Christmas Trivia List – Kerry Wolfe at Mental Floss
Following “The Liturgical Year” with Dom Prosper Guéranger: AD TE LEVAVI – Rorate Caeli

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THVRSDAY MORNING EDITION

Punditry and Analysis:
Why Those in Hell Can Never Leave – Nate Guyear at Catholic Stand
From Witchcraft to TLM: How I Returned to Catholicism After Years in Occult – ChurchPOP
Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Live – Big Pulpit
Padre Pio & Cheating Husbands – Mary O’Regan at Mary’s Blog
Is Praying the Rosary Really a Weapon Against Spiritual Darkness? – uCatholic
The Wisdom of Good Families – Mar Dorrio at Exaudi
Building a Devotional Journal – Masha Goepel at Catholic Stand
The Intersection of Exorcism & Emotional Healing – Jordan Burke at Catholic Spiritual Direction
Questions About Liturgy: Surplices & Albs – Zenit

Advent (and Christmas):
’Tis the Season of . . . Penance? Advent Isn’t Advent Without It – National Catholic Register
Why Are Some Advent Candles Red Instead of Purple? – Philip Kosloski at Aleteia
13 Traditions for Keeping an Advent Attitude – OSV News
Preparing Our Hearts & Homes in Advent – Wendy-Irene Zepeda at TOH Blog
With Advent 2024, the Odd-Numbered Liturgical Cycle C Begins. What Does This Entail? – CNA
Heartwarming Concert Brings “Christmas in the Convent” Around the U.S. – T. Barber at Aleteia

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VVEDNESDAY MID-DAY EDITION

Punditry and Analysis:
Spiritual Sandwiches – Tom Thomas at Catholic Stand
Incredible Power of Gratitude: How it Beautifully Transforms Your Heart, Mind & Soul – ChrchPP
Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Live – Big Pulpit
Did Padre Pio Offer the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass in the Pittsburgh Diocese? – Fr. Ladis J. Cizik
Just One Drop of Jesus’s Blood – Guy McClung, Ph.D., J.D., at Catholic Stand
The Beauty of Silver & Rose – Shawn R. Tribe at Liturgical Arts Journal
Have You Prayed to the Guardian Angel of Your Local Diocese? – Philip Kosloski at Aleteia
Politics, Community, and Christ – Masha Goepel at Catholic Stand
Notre Dame Seminary in New Orleans Restored Immaculate Conception Chapel – Fr. McDonald
Giving Thanks by Giving Food: St. Vincent De Paul Soc. Volunteers Serve Those in Need – CNA

Advent (and Christmas):
Advent: Meaning, Symbols, & Traditions – Rome Reports
12 Secular Christmas Songs That Are Actually About Advent – ChurchPOP
The Real St. Nicholas: Unveiling the True Spirit of Christmas – Lauren Woodrell at Magis Center
Stillness of Advent​: Why Our Souls Need Quiet to Prepare for Christmas​​ – NC Register
The Advent Vespers Hymn – ‘Conditor Alme Siderum’ or ‘Creator Alme Siderum’ – Fr. Z’s Blog
The ‘3 Advents’ of the Catholic Church – Fr. Jeffrey F. Kirby, S.T.D., K.H.S., at NC Register

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TVESDAY MID-DAY EDITION

Punditry and Analysis:
What’s the Difference between a Lay Eucharistic Minister & Costco Sample Lady – D. Fitzpatrick
Protestant Asks, Why Are So Many Looking to the Catholic Church? – Steve Ray at Defenders. . .
Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Live – Big Pulpit
The Seven Sleepers of Ephesus – Deacon Thomas L. McDonald at Weird Catholic
Thankful for Prayer – Diana Ragsdale at Catholic Stand
An Acorn for Atheists – Karlo Broussard at Catholic Answers Magazine
A Cristero Story: 27 Martyrs of Sahuayo – Theresa Marie Moreau at Remnant Newspaper
Our Lady of Deliverance – Jaymie Stuart Wolfe at The Boston Pilot
Jesus’ Two Great Commandments – Ray Sullivan at Catholic Stand
Texas Painted Churches: Historic Beauty of Sts Cyril & Methodius Church in Shiner – Register
The Truth About Hell – Mary O’Regan at Mary’s Blog
A Simple Man’s Case for Tradition: Latin – Edward Schaefer, D.M.A., at 1 Peter 5

Advent (& Christmas):
5 Advent Chants Every Catholic Should Sing – Peter A. Kwasniewski, Ph.D., at Tradition & Sanity

Indiscriminate News, Punditry, and Analysis:
Don’t Believe Blessing a House Counts? – JMT via X

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MONDAY AFTERNOON EDITION

Punditry and Analysis:
Praying For Another – Mark Belanger at Catholic Stand
Pier Giorgio Frassati: A Life of Faith, Service, & Courage – Louis Knuffke at Catholic Vote
Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Live – Big Pulpit
What Makes the Religious So Happy? – Peter Laffin at Catholic News Agency
We Will All Be One at the End of the Day – Deacon Greg Lambert at Catholic Stand
Megiddo Mosaic: Earliest Evidence of Jesus Proclaimed as God – Daniel Esparza at Aleteia
The Miraculous Medal, An Unknown Story – Michael H. Brown at Spirit Daily Blog
Father Chad Ripperger Breaks Down the End Times – Full Sheen Ahead
Those Prayer Cards From Wakes – Patty Knapp at Catholic Stand
50 OT Messianic Prophecies Fulfilled by Jesus – D. Armstrong at Biblical Evidence. . .Catholicism
What Is Sacred Ground? – Steve Ray at Catholic Answers Magazine
Miracles Are All About Us – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

Advent (& Christmas):
How Did Evergreen Trees Become a Christmas Symbol? – CaLea Johnson at Mental Floss

Indiscriminate News, Punditry, and Analysis:
Profanity & Obscenity Diminish Dignity – Jeff Minick at Chronicles
Why You Should Get to Know Thomas Aquinas, Even 800 Yrs After He Lived – Rlgn Unplugged

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SVNDAY MID-DAY EDITION

Punditry and Analysis:
Saint Bernard of Clairvaux & Our Lady – Fr. Nathaniel Dreyer at Catholic Stand
When Peter De Basto’s Guardian Angel Woke Him – Mary O’Regan at Mary’s Blog
Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Live – Big Pulpit
What Has Jesus Got Against Fig Trees? – Clement Harrold at St. Paul Center
The Sunday Readings and Catholic Doctrine for December 2024 – Marty Dybicz at Catholic Stand
Farm to Faith: Michael Thomas Shares Mission of Catholic Land Movement – Catholic Vote
Going After the ‘Big’ Demon – Msgr. Stephen J. Rossetti, D.Min., D.D., Ph.D.
Protestants & the ‘Paid in Full’ Myth – Trent Horn at Catholic Answers Magazine
Daily Time for Jesus – Carol Monaco at Catholic Stand
Five Steps To Teaching Kids To Conquer Sin – Dr. John R. Wood at Catholic Link

Advent (& Christmas):
A Recipe for Readiness: A Homily for the First Sunday of Advent – Msgr. Charles C. Pope at CSD
Join in the St. Andrew’s Christmas Novena – Mary Ann Kreitzer at Les Femmes
O Come, O Come Emmanuel – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Advent 2024: 4 Catholic Resources to Help You Grow in Your Faith – Catholic News Agency

Indiscriminate News, Punditry, and Analysis:
A Surprising Source Of Teen Sadness – Lila Rose

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THVRSDAY MORNING EDITION

Punditry and Analysis:
You Should Know This as a Catholic – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Love Begins at Home: Mother Teresa’s Wisdom for Advent – Maria C. Escobedo at Catholic365
Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Live – Big Pulpit
A Catholic Exorcist’s Hard Truth on the Only Way to Free the Possessed! – Joe McClane at ACT
Was Mary a “Temple Virgin” When She Was a Child? – Philip Kosloski at Aleteia
This is the Surprising Way Benedictine Monks Unwind – Nicolas Diat at Our Sunday Visitor
You’re Not A Long Time Dead – Guy McClung, Ph.D., J.D., at Catholic Stand
‘But Marian Dogmas Aren’t in the Bible!’ – Deacon Paul Maxey at Catholic Answers Magazine
How Modern Art Abandons Truth and Virtue – Jan Bentz at European Conservative
St. Albert the Great: the Church and Science Are in Harmony – Dan Burke at C News Agency
Give No Mind to Mindfulness – Dan Fitzpatrick at Catholic Stand
Brothers in Christ: Caravaggio’s ‘The Calling of Saints Peter & Andrew’ – The Catholic Thing
Guadalupe Image Survives – JMT
The Power of Shared Family Religion (w/ Deacon Charlie and Jess) – Lila Rose
Do You Prepare for Prayer? – Mary Ennis Meo at Catholic Stand
The Amazing Story of Two Seers Who Refuse to Disappear – Mch. H. Brown at Spirit Daily Blog

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VVEDNESDAY MORNING EDITION

Highlighted News, Punditry, and Analysis:
Guidebook Points Young Adults Toward a Flourishing Life – Helen Alvaré at Inst for Fam Studies
Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Live – Big Pulpit
Carlo Acutis’ Eucharistic Miracles Exhibition Stirs Devotion at Historic English Shrine – Ed Pentin

Punditry and Analysis:
Bible vs. “Faith Alone” vs. John Calvin – David Armstrong at Biblical Evidence for Catholicism
Meet the Man Who Feeds 2.4 Million Schoolchildren Every Day – P. Guzik at Our Sunday Visitor
My Observation on Recent Private Revelations – Jesse Romero
Should Catholics Exercise, Train or Play Sports on Sunday? – Tom Thomas at Catholic Stand
The Exorcist Files?: Fr. Carlos Martins Guide to Overcoming Darkness – Joe McClane at ACT
Time – All Time – Is Temporary – Guy McClung, Ph.D., J.D., at The American Catholic
The Lesser Known Saint of the Sacred Heart – Get Fed
Praying the Rosary in Prison! – Fr. Edmund Nyoka via X
Short Answers: Can a Justified Person Sin? – Nate Guyear at Catholic Stand
Harsh Mortification for Sins of the Tongue – Mary O’Regan at Mary’s Blog
It Is Long Past Time for Us to Wake Up About Catholic Hospitals – J. Tevington at Catholic Stand
Debunking the Myth of Consequence-Free Sex – Roseanne T. Sullivan

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TVESDAY MORNING EDITION

Highlighted News, Punditry, and Analysis:
Our Lady of Fatima Revealed 3 Spiritual Weapons to End War & Obtain Peace – ChurchPOP

Punditry and Analysis:
Michael Ludwig and the Demon – Deacon Thomas L. McDonald at Weird Catholic
6 Powerful ’P’s to Purify Your Spiritual Path w/ God: Ultimate Checklist for Catholics! – uCatholic
Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Live – Big Pulpit
Childhood of a Great Priest: Pio Brunone Lanteri, Oblates of Virgin Mary Founder – TFP
Mystical Theology and Liturgical Renewal – David Torkington at Catholic Stand
On the Healing of the Mind Through Fasting – Mary O’Regan at Mary’s Blog
Therefore Go & Make Disciples of All Nations – Don. R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Facts About the Shroud of Turin (Age, Dimensions, Blood Stains) – Magis Center
Whose Side Are You On? You Must Choose – Dom Cingoranelli at Catholic Stand
Catholic Artist Using New Techniques to Create Modern Masterpieces of Iconography – Br Iozzo
Catholic Pilgrimages – Alexandra Greeley at Catholic Stand
Building Up Body and Soul: An Interview with Soul Core – Carrie Gress, Ph.D., at TOH Blog
The Church and Medjugorje – Jimmy Akin’s Mysterious World

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THVRSDAY MID-DAY EDITION

Punditry and Analysis:
The Anthropology of Chronic Pain in Modernity – Kim Merlo & Fr. Elias Carr at Catholic Stand
The Most Common Cause of Possessions (w/ Fr Carlos Martins) – Lila Rose
Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Live – Big Pulpit
5 Things to Know About Sister Clare Crockett – C News Agency at National Catholic Register
Before & After: St. Anne’s Church in Somerset, WI – Shawn R. Tribe at Liturgical Arts Journal
The First Of All Commandments – Pamela Mandela at Catholic Stand
Grab The Grace Of The Jubilee Indulgence During This Holy Year – Spirit Daily Blog
Inside the Fascinating Life of a Catholic Benedictine Nun – Jacqueline Burkepile at ChurchPOP
Sally Read Tackles an Impossible Task With ‘100 Great Catholic Poems’ – Jane Greer at Angelus
Discernment Is Not About You – The Catholic Gentleman
St. John Neumann’s Transatlantic Quest for Holiness – Ed. Benson at Tradition, Family, & Property
Holy Mary, Mother Of God – Mark Belanger at Catholic Stand
Can Science Prove that Prayer Can Heal? – Dr. Christopher Kaczor at Word On Fire
5 Inspiring Catholic Sites to Visit in Beautiful Kansas – Theresa Civantos Barber at Aleteia
Why Not Just Go Straight to Jesus? – Karlo Broussard at Catholic Answers Magazine

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