THVRSDAY EARLY-MORNING EDITION

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Fatal Flaws Exposed in Cardinal Roche’s Consistory Briefing Document – Diane Montagna
A Crisis of Catholic Fidelity at the Univ of Notre Dame – Fr. Wilson D. Miscamble, C.S.C., at FT
German Bishops & the Specter of Schism: How Did It Come to This? – Gaetano Masciullo at TEC

Note I:
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, please kindly remember in your prayers the repose of the souls of: Hortencia Edwards, who passed into eternal life on December 20; Inela “Nela” Carcamo, who passed on January 7; and Jorge Carcamo, Nela’s devoted husband, who followed her in death on January 9. Thank you for your charity in prayer.
Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:

General Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The Question of the Traditional Mass in Pope Leo XIV’s Pontificate – Canon of Shaftesbury
Today, We Take Back Marriage for Kids – Them Before Us
Italian Bishop’s Church Bell Irritates the Liberals – S. Mertens at Tradition, Family, & Property
Pope Leo XIV—Eight Months On – Roy-Charles A. Coulombe, K.C.S.S., at Crisis Magazine
As I Scratch My Head, I Have Questions for Cupich, Bless His Little Heart – Fr. Allan J. McDonald
The Shared Worldview of the Doomsday Clock & Freemasonry – David L. Gray, Th.M.
Leo XIV & the Challenge of Synodality & of Germany – Roberto de Mattei at Rorate Cæli
The Four People You Need to Forgive to Change Your Life – Cerith Gardiner at Aleteia
Thomas Aquinas on the Evil Eye – Deacon Thomas L. McDonald at Weird Catholic
The Right Response to ‘Weaponized Compassion’ – Genesius at Catholic Stand Magazine
The Catholic Problem with “Magic” – John Lamont at Rorate Cæli
Video: D.D.F. Reads Mad Magazine – Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.
In Defense of Inherited Wealth – Matias Ahrensdorf at City Journal
That is Why I Call It The National Catholic Distorter – Don McClarey at The American Catholic
Video: Cardinal Fernandez Thinks Catholics are Too Dumb to Understand Him – A. Stine, Ph.D.
Assisted Suicide Violates ‘Unalienable Rights’ – Philip F. Lawler, Ph.D., at Catholic Culture
Chicago Communities Mourn After Archdiocese Announces Six School Closures – The CWR
Aquinas Articulates Artificial Intelligence – Mike Schramm at What We Need Now
Video: The Vatican Embraces Condemned Lutheran Heresy – Anthony Stine, Ph.D.
What is Culture, & How Do We Transform It? Part 2 – David Clayton at New Liturgical Movement
Can the Legionaries of Christ Truly Be Renewed? – Niwa Limbu at The Catholic Herald
New African Apparitions May Harbor Warning – Michael H. Brown at Spirit Daily Blog

Liturgical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The Reason Why the Pope Wears White – Rome Reports

Classical Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Will Literature Save Us? Are We Fetishizing “Classic” Children’s Books? – Christian Imagination

Modern Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
How A.I. Can Empower School Choice – Jonah Davids at City Journal

Books:
The Loss of the Sense of Sin Is Intimately Connected to the Loss of Doctrine – Dominic J. Grigio

Poetry:
A House of Living Stones & Robert Frost – Denise Trull at The Inscapist

Cultural Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Does Backlash to Meghan Trainor’s Baby News Reveal Vibe Shift on Surrogacy? – Cath Conv

Wednesday Early-Morning Edition Top-10:
1. This is a Pre-Vatican II Mass in the Most Post Vatican II Way Possible! – Fr. Allan J. McDonald
2. More Commentary on The Roche Report – Fr. Z’s Blog
3. Is Church-Hopping a Real Problem? – Jacob Akey at First Things
4. German Cardinal: ‘For Me the Synodal Way is Over’ – The Catholic World Report
5. Funeral Held in Rome for John L. Allen, Jr., Founding Editor-in-Chief of Crux – C. Altieri at Crux
6. Video: Pachamama Worship Is Back In The Vatican – Anthony Stine, Ph.D.
7. Disenchantment & the Demographic Decline – Kristen Ziccarelli at The Catholic Thing
8. Video: Bishop Canceled for Telling Feminists to be Obedient Like Virgin Mary – A. Stine, Ph.D.
9. The Birthplace of Jesus Undergoes Restoration for the First Time in 600 Years – Rome Reports
10. Imagine If More Celebs Modeled Marriage & Pregnancy Like Hailee Steinfeld – The Federalist

Wednesday Early-Morning Edition Honorable Mention:
Why Men Must Lead Their Families – Fr. David J. Nix at Pilgrim Priest
The Crisis of Adulthood: A Catholic Look at the Labubu Craze – M. Smyth at Denver Catholic
France’s Visible Catholic Revival: SOS Calvaires – Thomas Edwards at The Catholic Herald
Video: Giving Up on England – Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.

Recent Posts:
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MONDAY EARLY-AFTERNOON EDITION – BIG PVLPIT

Liturgical References:
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (U.S.) – United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (Nigeria) – Nigeria Catholic Network
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (Canada) – Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (U.K.) – Alive Publishing
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (Australia) – Diocese of Parramatta
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (Ireland) – Church Support Group
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (New Zealand) – Universalis
Daily Readings: Traditional Latin Mass – Latin Mass Helper
Order of Mass: Novus Ordo – Universalis
Mass Times for Travel – MassTimes.org
Find a Relic Anywhere in the World – The Relic Project

Bible References:
Douay-Rheims Bible – Douay-Rheims Bible Online
Revised Standard Version – Catholic Edition Bible – EWTN
Haydock Catholic Bible – Haydock Commentary Online

Catholic References:
Ask Me Anything About the Catholic Faith – Catholic Questions

The Organized Anti-I.C.E. Operations in Minnesota:
The Unspoken Logic of the Anti-I.C.E. Mob – Daniel McCarthy at The Spectator
Matt Walsh Hurt Ross Douthat’s Feelings – Rod Dreher

The Coming Fratricide in Europe:
Immigration Figures: Why the Invasion of France Isn’t a Fantasy – Hélène de Lauzun at TEC

Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Iran is Out of Good Options – Daniel DePetris at The Spectator

Et Cætera. . . Other Analysis, Punditry, and News:
It isn’t the Blizzard of 78 – David Griffey at Daffey Thoughts

Indiscriminate Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
Exorcist: ‘America Needs Deliverance’ – Matt C. Abbott at Renew America
What Does the Word “Amen” Mean in the Catholic Church? – Philip Kosloski at Aleteia
In the Times New Roman Font War: I’m on Charlemagne’s Side – Tradition, Family, & Property
How to be Catholic: A Step-by-Step Guide – EWTN News via National Catholic Register
Need Professional Fundraising Advice? – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Helping You Build a Better Wardrobe – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist
Follow on X, BIG PVLPIT’s Editor-in-Chief – Robert “Tito” Edwards

A Thank You To Our Sponsor:
The American Society for the Defense of Tradition, Family, and Property

VVEDNESDAY EARLY-MORNING EDITION

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
More Commentary on The Roche Report – Fr. Z’s Blog
Is Church-Hopping a Real Problem? – Jacob Akey at First Things
Funeral Held in Rome for John L. Allen, Jr., Founding Editor-in-Chief of Crux – C.R. Altieri at Crux

Note I:
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, please kindly remember in your prayers the repose of the souls of: Hortencia Edwards, who passed into eternal life on December 20; Inela “Nela” Carcamo, who passed on January 7; and Jorge Carcamo, Nela’s devoted husband, who followed her in death on January 9. Thank you for your charity in prayer.

General Analysis, Punditry, and News:
This is a Pre-Vatican II Mass in the Most Post Vatican II Way Possible! – Fr. Allan J. McDonald
Outsourcing of Catholic Immigration Policy to Progressive Catholic Institutions – A. Hendershott
Disenchantment & the Demographic Decline – Kristen Ziccarelli at The Catholic Thing
Why Men Must Lead Their Families – Fr. David J. Nix at Pilgrim Priest
German Cardinal: ‘For Me the Synodal Way is Over’ – The Catholic World Report
Video: Pachamama Worship Is Back In The Vatican – Anthony Stine, Ph.D.
The Birthplace of Jesus Undergoes Restoration for the First Time in 600 Years – Rome Reports
Bishop Conley’s Homily for the 2026 March for Life Vigil Mass – National Catholic Register
What Record High Bible Sales Tell Us About Gen Z – Clement Harrold at The Catholic Herald
What is Culture & How Do We Transform It? Part 1 – David Clayton at NLM
Purification on Our Path to God – Dom Cingoranelli at Catholic Stand Magazine
Video: Bishop Canceled for Telling Feminists to be Obedient Like Virgin Mary – A. Stine, Ph.D.
Video: Giving Up on England – Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.
France’s Visible Catholic Revival: SOS Calvaires – Thomas Edwards at The Catholic Herald
How Suburbia Reshaped American Catholic Life – Stephen G. Adubato at First Things
Video: 20 Years of Catholic Arts Revival—Dappled Things – Catholic Culture
Video: Can Muslims Assimilate into The West? – Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J., & Raymond Ibrahim
St. Marguerite Bourgeoys, a Visionary Saint for Our Time – National Catholic Register

Bible Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The Franciscan Who Made First Full-Length Translation of Bible in Chinese – Aleteia

Spiritual Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The Silence of God in a World of Noise – Hilary White at The Sacred Images Project

Classical Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
What Today’s Academics Have Forgotten About Education – Cicero Bruce at The Imaginative. . .

Books:
‘Something Wicked’: Why Feminism Was Never & Will Never Be a Christian Project – NC Register

Poetry:
The Things You’ve Said & Done: On Midlife – Matthew Buckley Smith at A Poetry Notebook

Cultural Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Imagine If More Celebs Modeled Marriage & Pregnancy Like Hailee Steinfeld – The Federalist

Tuesday Early-Morning Edition Top-10:
1. The Crisis of Adulthood: A Catholic Look at the Labubu Craze – M. Smyth at Denver Catholic
2. I Prayed the Rosary Every Day for a Year, This is How it Changed Me – Saving Culture From. . .
3. In the Times New Roman Font War: I’m on Charlemagne’s Side – Tradition, Family, & Property
4. A Seamless Garment for the Right?: J.D. Vance’s Excuses for Abortion – Catholic Culture
5. Liturgical Calendar Reforms Needed Now: Scrap Ordinary Time. . . – John M. Grondelski, Ph.D.
6. Spiritual Warfare at the Hour of Death with Fr. Chad Ripperger – Full Sheen Ahead
7. Recasting Vatican II as Savior of Catholicism is Hollywood-esque Delusions – Fr. J.A. Perricone
8. Cardinal Pell is Three Years Dead, but ‘Demos’ Lives – Charlie Collins at Crux
9. Something Went Wrong with Men & Masculinity – David Griffey at Daffey Thoughts
10. Kansas State University Bursts With Conversions – Mary Rose at Catholic Vote

Tuesday Early-Morning Edition Honorable Mention:
Pope Leo Appoints Pro-LGBT Archbishop as Secretary for Dicastery for Clergy – Complicit Clergy
Two More Wonderful Reversals of Francis by Leo & Leo is Not “Remorseful” – Fr. A.J. McDonald
How the Film Wicked Is Deeply Tied Into Feminism’s Occult Origin Story – Carrie Gress, Ph.D.
What the Amish & Mennonites Can Teach Us About Church Growth – Religion Unplugged

Recent Posts:
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MONDAY EARLY-AFTERNOON EDITION – BIG PVLPIT
MONDAY EARLY-MORNING EDITION – BIG PVLPIT

Liturgical References:
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (U.S.) – United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (Nigeria) – Nigeria Catholic Network
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (Canada) – Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (U.K.) – Alive Publishing
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (Australia) – Diocese of Parramatta
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (Ireland) – Church Support Group
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (New Zealand) – Universalis
Daily Readings: Traditional Latin Mass – Latin Mass Helper
Order of Mass: Novus Ordo – Universalis
Mass Times for Travel – MassTimes.org
Find a Relic Anywhere in the World – The Relic Project

Bible References:
Douay-Rheims Bible – Douay-Rheims Bible Online
Revised Standard Version – Catholic Edition Bible – EWTN
Haydock Catholic Bible – Haydock Commentary Online

Catholic References:
Ask Me Anything About the Catholic Faith – Catholic Questions

The Organized Anti-I.C.E. Operations in Minnesota:
I.C.E. in Minneapolis & the Rule of Law – Fr. Joseph Fessio, S.J.
The Battle of Minneapolis – Pavlos Papadopoulos at First Things
(Mostly) Peaceful Protests? – Fr. Joseph Fessio, S.J.

Et Cætera. . . Other Analysis, Punditry, and News:
In the Times New Roman Font War: I’m on Charlemagne’s Side – Tradition, Family, & Property

Indiscriminate Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
How to be Catholic: A Step-by-Step Guide – EWTN News via National Catholic Register
Need Professional Fundraising Advice? – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Helping You Build a Better Wardrobe – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist
Follow on X, BIG PVLPIT’s Editor-in-Chief – Robert “Tito” Edwards

A Thank You To Our Sponsor:
The American Society for the Defense of Tradition, Family, and Property

TVESDAY EARLY-MORNING EDITION

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
Pope to Roman Rota: Justice & Charity Find Harmony in Mystery of God – Vatican News

Note I:
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, please kindly remember in your prayers the repose of the souls of: Hortencia Edwards, who passed into eternal life on December 20; Inela “Nela” Carcamo, who passed on January 7; and Jorge Carcamo, Nela’s devoted husband, who followed her in death on January 9. Thank you for your charity in prayer.

General Analysis, Punditry, and News:
How Parents Can Help Their Children Stay Strong in Their Christian Convictions – N. Pearcey
What the Amish & Mennonites Can Teach Us About Church Growth – Religion Unplugged
In the Times New Roman Font War: I’m on Charlemagne’s Side – Tradition, Family, & Property
The Power of Latin Mass: Crushing Demons with Sacred Language – Jesse Romero
Kansas State University Bursts With Conversions – Mary Rose at Catholic Vote
I Prayed the Rosary Every Day for a Year, This is How it Changed Me – Saving Culture From Itself
Repentance & the Abyss of God’s Mercy – Deacon Greg Lambert at Catholic Stand Magazine
Recasting Vatican II as Savior of Catholicism is Hollywood-esque Delusions – Fr. J.A. Perricone
A Seamless Garment for the Right?: J.D. Vance’s Excuses for Abortion – Catholic Culture
Liturgical Calendar Reforms Needed Now: Scrap Ordinary Time. . . – John M. Grondelski, Ph.D.
Go With God’s Flow – Guy McClung, Ph.D., J.D., at Catholic Stand Magazine
The Crisis of Adulthood: A Catholic Look at the Labubu Craze – Mallory Smyth at Denver Catholic
Something Went Wrong with Men & Masculinity – David Griffey at Daffey Thoughts
Russian Forces are Liquidating the Catholic Church in Occupied Ukraine – NC Register
Be a Servant to the King – Dr. Edouard Belaga at Catholic Stand Magazine
Cardinal Pell is Three Years Dead, but ‘Demos’ Lives – Charlie Collins at Crux
Spiritual Warfare at the Hour of Death with Fr. Chad Ripperger – Full Sheen Ahead
Is the Francis Era Continuing in Leo’s Interreligious Appointments? – The Catholic Herald
Video: Rock Concert at Cathedral Scandalizes the Faithful – Anthony Stine, Ph.D.
Four Beautiful Prayers That Help Us Relax in God’s Light – Philip Kosloski at Aleteia
Is Christian Culture Possible? – Regis Martin, S.T.D., at The Imaginative Conservative
St. Robert Southwell: Bethlehem’s Poet – Angela Cuba at Tradition & Sanity

News Ticker:
St. John’s University Again Refuses to Approve Turning Point USA – S. Korkus at The College Fix
Open Doors Releases Christian Persecution Report: 2025 ‘Deadliest’ Year in Recent History – CV

News Brief:
Pope Leo Appoints Pro-LGBT Archbishop as Secretary for Dicastery for Clergy – Complicit Clergy

Liturgical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Two Enameled Icons of St. Michael the Archangel from Constantinople – Liturgical Arts Journal

Bible Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Why was a Roman Centurion so Associated with the Jews at Capharnaum? – Fr. H.J. Coleridge, S.J.

Vocations Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Discernment: Role & Identity – A Treasure To Be Shared

Spiritual Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The Beauty of a Listening Soul – Denise Trull at The Inscapist

Classical Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Why Catholic Education Matters: A Conversation with Dr. Daniel Guernsey – Catholic Exchange
Go Against the Current When Educating Your Children, Part II – Dan Fitzpatrick at Catholic Stand

Secular Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
What Is History’s Role in Civic Education? – Benjamin P. Haines at Civitas Institute

Books:
Dietrich von Hildebrand on the Appreciation of Music – Michael De Sapio at The Imaginative. . .

Poetry:
A Review of The Heft of Promise by Frederick Wilbur – Mattie Q. Smith at New Verse Review

Cultural Analysis, Punditry, and News:
How the Film Wicked Is Deeply Tied Into Feminism’s Occult Origin Story – Carrie Gress, Ph.D.

Monday Early-Afternoon Edition Top-10:
1. Two More Wonderful Reversals of Francis by Leo & Leo is Not “Remorseful” – Fr. A.J. McDonald
2. Before & After: Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Phoenix, Arizona – Liturgical Arts Journal
3. Liturgical Terrorism – Msgr. Hans Feichtinger at Crisis Magazine
4. Fisking Leo’s ‘False Notion‘ Address – Fr. Allan J. McDonald at Southern Orders
5. How the Charlotte ‘Dubia’ May Impact Liturgy Disputes Beyond North Carolina – Jon. Liedl
6. Brazil: Viral Images After Priest Interrupts Eucharist to Comfort Crying Elderly Man – OSVN
7. We Don’t Need J.D. Vance to Know That Life Is Worth Living – Kathryn Jean Lopez at NRO
8. Pope Benedict XVI & The Good Weak Man – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
9. On Futility in Liturgical Reform & Why Seminars are Not the Answer – Dom Alcuin Reid
10. Leo: Do Not Let a False Notion of Compassion Obscure the Truth – Wanderer via Rorate Cæli

Monday Early-Afternoon Edition Honorable Mention:
NY Times Wonders Why Americans Turning Against Gays; Isn’t It Obvious – Mt. Margolis
Why Leo Meeting with Cardinal Mahony Should Alarm Catholics – Catholic Unscripted
Why I Feel Strangely Hopeful for the English Church – Clement Harrold at The Catholic Herald
The Novel That Predicted Much of the Modern Papacy – Kevin T. DiCamillo at Crisis Magazine

Recent Posts:
MONDAY EARLY-AFTERNOON EDITION – BIG PVLPIT
MONDAY EARLY-MORNING EDITION – BIG PVLPIT
SVNDAY AFTERNOON EDITION – BIG PVLPIT

Liturgical References:
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (U.S.) – United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (Nigeria) – Nigeria Catholic Network
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (Canada) – Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (U.K.) – Alive Publishing
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (Australia) – Diocese of Parramatta
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (Ireland) – Church Support Group
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (New Zealand) – Universalis
Daily Readings: Traditional Latin Mass – Latin Mass Helper
Order of Mass: Novus Ordo – Universalis
Mass Times for Travel – MassTimes.org
Find a Relic Anywhere in the World – The Relic Project

Bible References:
Douay-Rheims Bible – Douay-Rheims Bible Online
Revised Standard Version – Catholic Edition Bible – EWTN
Haydock Catholic Bible – Haydock Commentary Online

Catholic References:
Ask Me Anything About the Catholic Faith – Catholic Questions

The Organized Anti-I.C.E. Operations in Minnesota:
GOP Rewarding Anti-I.C.E. Attacks in Minnesota Will Incite More Violence – The Federalist

Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
How Religious Liberty Sustained America – Ayaan Hirsi Ali at National Review

Indiscriminate Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
How to be Catholic: A Step-by-Step Guide – EWTN News via National Catholic Register
Need Professional Fundraising Advice? – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Helping You Build a Better Wardrobe – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist
Follow on X, BIG PVLPIT’s Editor-in-Chief – Robert “Tito” Edwards

A Thank You To Our Sponsor:
The American Society for the Defense of Tradition, Family, and Property

MONDAY EARLY-AFTERNOON EDITION

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Before & After: Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Phoenix, Arizona – Liturgical Arts Journal
On Futility in Liturgical Reform & Why Seminars are Not the Answer – Dom Alcuin Reid
Liturgical Terrorism – Msgr. Hans Feichtinger at Crisis Magazine

Note I:
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, thanks be to God, Little Vatican (Big Pulpit) have come through this financial difficulty stronger than before. We are truly grateful for your prayers and for the generous donations that made this possible. May the Lord bless each of you abundantly for your kindness.

Note II:
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, please kindly remember in your prayers the repose of the souls of: Hortencia Edwards, who passed into eternal life on December 20; Inela “Nela” Carcamo, who passed on January 7; and Jorge Carcamo, Nela’s devoted husband, who followed her in death on January 9. Thank you for your charity in prayer.

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
Leo: Do Not Let a False Notion of Compassion Obscure the Truth – Wanderer via Rorate Cæli
Fisking Leo’s ‘False Notion‘ Address – Fr. Allan J. McDonald at Southern Orders
Two More Wonderful Reversals of Francis by Leo & Leo is Not “Remorseful” – Fr. A.J. McDonald

Chaos, Anarchy, and Division at Detroit, Charlotte, and Tennessee:
How the Charlotte ‘Dubia’ May Impact Liturgy Disputes Beyond North Carolina – Jonathan Liedl

General Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Why I Feel Strangely Hopeful for the English Church – Clement Harrold at The Catholic Herald
Brazil: Viral Images After Priest Interrupts Eucharist to Comfort Crying Elderly Man – OSV News
Pope Benedict XVI & The Good Weak Man – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Brazilian Marian Shrine Received Astonishing 10M Pilgrims in 2025 – Matthew Green at Aleteia
For & Against A.I.: The Difficult Art of Making Distinctions – Peter A. Kwasniewski, Ph.D., at T&S
We Don’t Need J.D. Vance to Know That Life Is Worth Living – Kathryn Jean Lopez at NRO
Wounded by Beauty – A Conversation with Leon Griesbach – Masha Goepel at Catholic Stand
Surrogacy Gone Wild Treats Babies Like Orders to Be Filled – Jennifer Roback Morse at The Reg
Vienna Refuses Statue of Christian King To Avoid Fueling ‘Islamophobia’ – Zoltán Kottász at TEC
Christ as the Center of Culture – Regis Martin, S.T.D., at The Imaginative Conservative
Passport to Perfection: Our Father – David Torkington at Catholic Stand Magazine
The Issues with Parish Territories & Related Things – Jacob Akey at Catholic Culture
When Pope St. Paul VI Avoided a Holy Door Tragedy – Catholic Arena
One Brain: The Neurobiology & Theology of Marriage with Arthur & Ester Brooks – Lila Rose
Michael Knowles & Donald R. McClarey, J.D., Debate Law Enforcement – The American Catholic
Why The Left Went Child-Free – Daniel Hess & Aaron M. Renn
The Trellis: Transmitting Faith through Community – Soren Johnson at IFS
Video: Malachi Martin & The Untold Fatima Vision Of Pius XII – Anthony Stine, Ph.D.
Can Psychopaths Be Saved? & More Weird Questions – Jimmy Akin’s Mysterious World
Angelic Thrones: The Many-Eyed Ones – A Treasure To Be Shared
Skeptics Question Miracles Like The Resurrection Amid Strong Counter-Evidence – Cath Answers
Destroyer or Nurturer? Darwin’s Divinized Conception of Nature – John Zmirak, Ph.D.

News Ticker:
Univ of Notre Dame Sees Record Number of Converts Preparing to Join Church – The Reg

News Brief:
Newman Guide: Fulfilling St. John Henry Newman’s Vision for Catholic Education – Newman Soc
Abomination in Texas: Giant 90-Foot Hindu Demon Statue – A. Duncan via Spirit Daily Blog
What Is Catholic Social Justice? – The American Catholic

Liturgical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Spanish Splendour: A Luxurious Set of Vestments from the Early 1500s – Liturgical Arts Journal

Bible Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Once, Dominant Interpretation of Genesis That Angels Had Children with Women – Jimmy Akin

Spiritual Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Discernment of Spirits for Beginners: Practical Tips for Your Children – Cath Spiritual Direction
Purity of Heart: The Forgotten Attitude That Transforms Prayer – Scepter Blog
The Holiness of Routine – Girlfriends

Classical Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
St. Jerome Academy Illustrates What Sets a Catholic School Apart – National Catholic Register

Secular Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Red States Have Many Wins to Celebrate for National School Choice Week – City Journal

Books:
The Novel That Predicted Much of the Modern Papacy – Kevin T. DiCamillo at Crisis Magazine

Poetry:
Karen Solie’s Wellwater Wins T. S. Eliot Poetry Prize – The Poetry Society

Cultural Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Moral Midgets at London’s Natl Theatre Ruining Art to Score Political Points – Theod. Dalrymple

Monday Early-Morning Edition Top-10:
1. Why Leo Meeting with Cardinal Mahony Should Alarm Catholics – Catholic Unscripted
2. NY Times Wonders Why Americans Turning Against Gays; Isn’t It Obvious – Mt. Margolis
3. Pope Leo XIV is No Pope John Paul I – Gene Thomas Gomulka at John 18:37
4. Why Leo Rejected His First Papal Shoes: A Story at the Feet of the Vatican – Rome Reports
5. Tarot In The French Quarter – Rod Dreher at Rod Dreher’s Diary
6. Avid Reader from Indonesia Fills in Details on Their Bishop’s “Resignation” – Fr. A.J. McDonald
7. Eastern Orthodoxy Under Fire: Responding to Michael W. Davis – Erick Ybarra
8. Tolkien & the Spanish Civil War – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
9. The Masculinity Crisis Is Real – Aaron M. Renn
10. What if Summorum Pontificum Allowed 1965 Missal Instead of 1962 Missal – Fr. A.J. McDonald

Monday Early-Morning Edition Honorable Mention:
An Incredible Situation in Minnesota – James O’Keefe via The American Catholic
When a Bishop Forbids Kneeling – S.A. McCarthy at The American Spectator
The Profound Impact of Profanity: How Swearing Affects the Brain, Emotions & Soul – TFP

Recent Posts:
MONDAY EARLY-MORNING EDITION – BIG PVLPIT
SVNDAY AFTERNOON EDITION – BIG PVLPIT
SATVRDAY EVENING EDITION – BIG PVLPIT

Liturgical References:
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (U.S.) – United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (Nigeria) – Nigeria Catholic Network
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (Canada) – Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (U.K.) – Alive Publishing
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (Australia) – Diocese of Parramatta
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (Ireland) – Church Support Group
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (New Zealand) – Universalis
Daily Readings: Traditional Latin Mass – Latin Mass Helper
Order of Mass: Novus Ordo – Universalis
Mass Times for Travel – MassTimes.org
Find a Relic Anywhere in the World – The Relic Project

Bible References:
Douay-Rheims Bible – Douay-Rheims Bible Online
Revised Standard Version – Catholic Edition Bible – EWTN
Haydock Catholic Bible – Haydock Commentary Online

Catholic References:
Ask Me Anything About the Catholic Faith – Catholic Questions

The Organized Anti-I.C.E. Operations in Minnesota:
Minneapolis Signal Text Group Infiltrated – Cam Higby & Eric Schwalm on X
Peaceful Protestors Don’t Carry Loaded Pistols – David Catron at The American Spectator
Video: Chaos in Minnesota, Another I.C.E. Shooting – Joe McClane at A Catholic Take
Minnesota’s Ridiculous Lawsuit to Bar Federal Immigration Enforcement – Andrew C. McCarthy

Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Godless Commie Bastards – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
March for Life Attendees Disillusioned at J.D. Vance’s Soft Approach on Abortion – K. Mulder

The Coming Fratricide in Europe:
Berlin: Left-Wing Extremist Violence Nearly Doubled in 2025 – TEC News

Dār al-Islām vs. Christendom:
A Nightmare Scenario for Iran – Michael Doran at The Washington Post via Hudson

Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
America’s Attic Getting Nervous – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

Et Cætera. . . Other Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Steve Skojec: What Happens if Weston Prevails in Perelandra – The American Catholic

Indiscriminate Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
Vibrant March for Life in Paris Fights Back Against Abortion & Euthanasia – TFP
How to be Catholic: A Step-by-Step Guide – EWTN News via National Catholic Register
Children of Light Make Reparation for a Black Mass of Defiant “Light” in Texas – TFP
Need Professional Fundraising Advice? – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Helping You Build a Better Wardrobe – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist
Follow on X, BIG PVLPIT’s Editor-in-Chief – Robert “Tito” Edwards

A Thank You To Our Sponsor:
The American Society for the Defense of Tradition, Family, and Property

MONDAY EARLY-MORNING EDITION

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The Profound Impact of Profanity: How Swearing Affects the Brain, Emotions & Soul – TFP

Note I:
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, thanks be to God, Little Vatican (Big Pulpit) have come through this financial difficulty stronger than before. We are truly grateful for your prayers and for the generous donations that made this possible. May the Lord bless each of you abundantly for your kindness.

Note II:
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, please kindly remember in your prayers the repose of the souls of: Hortencia Edwards, who passed into eternal life on December 20; Inela “Nela” Carcamo, who passed on January 7; and Jorge Carcamo, Nela’s devoted husband, who followed her in death on January 9. Thank you for your charity in prayer.

Note III:
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, thank you to everyone that has prayed and donated for the funeral expenses. My wife and I are grateful for your assistance!

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
Leo XIV: The Art of Listening – Andrea Gagliarducci at Monday Vatican
Why Pope Leo Rejected His First Papal Shoes: A Story at the Feet of the Vatican – Rome Reports

General Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Why This Meeting with Cardinal Mahony Should Alarm Catholics – Catholic Unscripted
Pope Leo XIV is No Pope John Paul I – Gene Thomas Gomulka at John 18:37
Tarot In The French Quarter – Rod Dreher at Rod Dreher’s Budapest
Bishop Barron Explains Catholic Social Teaching on Fraud – The American Catholic
NY Times Wonders Why Americans ‘Turning Against Gay People.’ Isn’t It Obvious? – Mt. Margolis
Eastern Orthodoxy Under Fire: Responding to Michael W. Davis – Erick Ybarra
Avid Reader from Indonesia Fills in Details About Their Bishop’s “Resignation” – Fr. A.J. McDonald
Fake News, Papal Trips, & a Return to Tradition – Michael Haynes at The Catholic Herald
Defending St. Jerome’s Honor – Thomas V. Mirus at Catholic Culture
Tolkien & the Spanish Civil War – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Fatima, Darwin, & Liturgy – Fr. David J. Nix at Pilgrim Priest
What Paul VI Unleashed: Continuity, Novelty, & Institutionalization Ambiguity – Katharia
Letter Writing Enjoys a Revival as Fans Seek Connection & a Break from Screen Time – Yahoo/AP
The Humble Doorkeeper to St. Joseph – Tom Thomas at Catholic Stand Magazine
Sacred & Religious Art Still Matter: Painting Truth with Beauty – Joe Donelson at Denver Catholic
Exclusive Love: God’s Blueprint for Marriage – Senne Van Boven at Word on Fire
A Surprising Fallacy about Kindness – Life Craft
Work of Art – Carol Monaco at Catholic Stand Magazine
Video: The Role of Catholic Artists in Authentic Church Reform – Sister Theresa Aletheia
Where Did the Magi Go After Visiting the Baby Jesus? – Philip Kosloski at Aleteia
Finding the Father’s House Again, When Rome Sounds Like a Stranger – Chris Jackson
The Masculinity Crisis Is Real – Aaron M. Renn

Liturgical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Ars Comacina & the Tradition of Cantù Lace in Lombardy, Italy – Liturgical Arts Journal
What if Summorum Pontificum Allowed the 1965 Missal Instead of the 1962 Missal – Fr. McDonald
From Venice To Jerusalem: A Late Seventeenth Century Set of Paraments – Liturgical Arts Journal
The Abbey of St. Martin in Disentis, Switzerland – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Movement

Spiritual Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Acedia: How to Overcome Spiritual Sloth – David Hahn at The Catholic Herald

Classical Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Cursive Makes a Comeback – Sarah Maslin Nir at New York Times
Four Mistakes in Teaching the Fine Arts – Andrew J. Ellison at Cana Academy

Secular Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Why Public Schools Can’t Function Without God & the Myth of Secular Education – Art of Purp

Books:
The Ultimate Hotel for Book Lovers is in Texas – Karla Walsh at Southern Living

Poetry:
My Medea – Robert Charboneau at Poetics With Robert Charboneau

Cultural Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The Way of St. Cuthbert Film (Director’s Cut) – Jason M. Baxter at Beauty Matters

Sunday Afternoon Edition Top-10:
1. When a Bishop Forbids Kneeling – S.A. McCarthy at The American Spectator
2. An Incredible Situation in Minnesota – James O’Keefe via The American Catholic
3. The “Privilege of White” Dress Once Again Displayed at the Vatican – Rome Reports
4. Schwarzenegger, Leo, & Feser on Confession – D.R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
5. From 3,000 to 6,000 Attendees: The Holy Hours That Fill a Parish in Madrid – Rome Reports
6. D.C. Leftists Threaten Families as ‘Nazi Scum’ Simply for Attending Church – The Federalist
7. “We Don’t Do That Anymore”; Re: Gregorian Chant, Latin, Et Cætera – Corpus Chr Watershed
8. Minneapolis Bishop’s Statement After 2nd Shooting by ICE, Full Text – K.N. Hattrup at Aleteia
9. Saints & Devotions to Bring Home Fallen-Away Catholics – National Catholic Register
10. Grieving Father Reminds Us How Christians Should Talk About Death – T.C. Barber at Aleteia

Sunday Afternoon Edition Honorable Mention:
A Novel Deeply Concerned with the Dignity of Life – Lindsay Schlegel at Word On Fire
Rome Promotes a Bishop “Purified” by Pagan Rites – Chris Jackson at Hiraeth In Exile
Video: Dr. Janet Smith Exposes the Cardinals’ Selective Theology on Trump – Joe McLane

Recent Posts:
SVNDAY AFTERNOON EDITION – BIG PVLPIT
SATVRDAY EVENING EDITION – BIG PVLPIT
FRIDAY LATE-EVENING EDITION – BIG PVLPIT

Liturgical References:
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (U.S.) – United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (Nigeria) – Nigeria Catholic Network
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (Canada) – Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (U.K.) – Alive Publishing
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (Australia) – Diocese of Parramatta
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (Ireland) – Church Support Group
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (New Zealand) – Universalis
Daily Readings: Traditional Latin Mass – Latin Mass Helper
Order of Mass: Novus Ordo – Universalis
Mass Times for Travel – MassTimes.org
Find a Relic Anywhere in the World – The Relic Project

Bible References:
Douay-Rheims Bible – Douay-Rheims Bible Online
Revised Standard Version – Catholic Edition Bible – EWTN
Haydock Catholic Bible – Haydock Commentary Online

Catholic References:
Ask Me Anything About the Catholic Faith – Catholic Questions

Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Remember the Democratic Mantra: “Trust The Science” – D. McClarey at The American Catholic
To Some the “Real” Enemy is Always Orange Man Bad – Tony Esolen via The American Catholic
Reparations Asked & Reparations Answered – Don McClarey at The American Catholic

Et Cætera. . . Other Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Vibrant March for Life in Paris Fights Back Against Abortion & Euthanasia – TFP
Children of Light Make Reparation for a Black Mass of Defiant “Light” in Texas – TFP

Indiscriminate Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
Marching for an America Where God’s Law & Human Life Are Respected & Loved – TFP
How to be Catholic: A Step-by-Step Guide – EWTN News via National Catholic Register
We Must Resist the Pressure to Abandon the Unborn & Embrace Lesser Causes – TFP
Need Professional Fundraising Advice? – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Helping You Build a Better Wardrobe – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist
Follow on X, BIG PVLPIT’s Editor-in-Chief – Robert “Tito” Edwards

A Thank You To Our Sponsor:
The American Society for the Defense of Tradition, Family, and Property

SVNDAY AFTERNOON EDITION

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
From 3,000 to 6,000 Attendees: The Holy Hours That Fill a Parish in Madrid – Rome Reports
Life is a Gift – Jeffrey Bruno at Words & Pictures By Jeffrey Bruno
When a Bishop Forbids Kneeling – S.A. McCarthy at The American Spectator

Note I:
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, thanks be to God, Little Vatican (Big Pulpit) have come through this financial difficulty stronger than before. We are truly grateful for your prayers and for the generous donations that made this possible. May the Lord bless each of you abundantly for your kindness.

Note II:
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, please kindly remember in your prayers the repose of the souls of: Hortencia Edwards, who passed into eternal life on December 20; Inela “Nela” Carcamo, who passed on January 7; and Jorge Carcamo, Nela’s devoted husband, who followed her in death on January 9. Thank you for your charity in prayer.

Note III:
Thank you to everyone that has prayed and donated for the funeral expenses. My wife and I are grateful for your assistance!

John L. Allen, Jr., Requiescat in Pace:
India Correspondent of Crux Remembers John L. Allen, Jr. – Nirmala Carvalho at Crux

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
Newly Installed Mosaic of Leo in Papal Basilica of St.-Paul-Outside-the-Walls – Catholic Sat on X
The “Privilege of White” Dress Once Again Displayed at the Vatican – Rome Reports

General Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Saints & Devotions to Bring Home Fallen-Away Catholics – National Catholic Register
Grieving Father Reminds Us How Christians Should Talk About Death – T.C. Barber at Aleteia
An Incredible Situation in Minnesota – James O’Keefe via The American Catholic
Making Europe Christian Again – Kristen Ziccarelli at The European Conservative
Gospel Socialism – J. Budziszewski, Ph.D., at The Underground Thomist
Dear Gen-Z: Self-Improvement is Not Salvation – Charlie Downs at The Catholic Herald
Schwarzenegger, Leo, & Feser on Confession – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Video: Dr. Janet Smith Exposes the Cardinals’ Selective Theology on Trump – Joe McLane
Building to God: Truth & Value through Architectural Presence & Power – Adoremus
The Revival of Beauty is Possible – Danielle Heckenkamp at 1 Peter 5
Reason, Revelation, & the Book of Enoch – Haile Haile at Catholic Stand Magazine
What I Wish Everyone Knew About Social Dancing – Traditional Catholic Social Dancing
DC Leftists Threaten Families As ‘Nazi Scum’ Simply For Attending Church – The Federalist
“We Don’t Do That Anymore”; Re: Gregorian Chant, Latin, Et Cætera – Corpus Christi Watershed
Catholics, Contraceptives, & the Charity Problem – Dorothy Osanna at Catholic Stand Magazine
Meet the 800 Year Catholic Order Protecting the Relics of Spanish Saints – Rome Reports
Institutional Ambiguity in the Papal Office since the Council – The Pursuit Of Truth In La La Land
Finding Meaning in Grief – Devon Rose at Catholic Answers Magazine
Children of Light Make Reparation for a Black Mass of Defiant “Light” in Texas – TFP
Infertility & the Gift of Life – Leigh Snead at Catholic Exchange
Catechesis Will Never Make Up for a Deficient Novus Ordo – Rebecca Hopersberger at Crisis
Video: Ad Orientem: Why the Mass is a Sacrifice, Not a Performance – TAN Books
Rome Promotes a Bishop “Purified” by Pagan Rites – Chris Jackson at Hiraeth In Exile

News Ticker:
‘A Very Catholic Event’: Thousands March in Annual Walk for Life West Coast – NC Register

News Brief:
Minneapolis Bishop’s Statement After 2nd Shooting by I.C.E., Full Text – K.N. Hattrup at Aleteia
Dieu le Roi! – The Tim Man at Saint Louis Catholic

Liturgical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The “Ecumenical” Council of Constantinople Condemned the Filioque? Fr. Pt. Heers – E. Ybarra
Liturgical Items at the Abbey of St. Martin in Disentis, Switzerland – Gregory DiPippo at NLM
New Church Architecture: St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church in Wake Forest – LAJ
A Beautiful Novus Ordo Mass—but, but, but. . . – Fr. Allan J. McDonald at Southern Orders
The Rochet of St. Alphonsus Liguori – John Paul Sonnen at Liturgical Arts Journal
The Shrine of St. Edward the Confessor in Westminster Abbey – Gregory DiPippo at NLM
Inside a Liturgical Classroom: What Does a Math Liturgy Look Like? – Mrs. Gerth Teaches
The Surprising Symbolism of the Baldacchino, – Philip Kosloski at Aleteia

Bible Analysis, Punditry, and News:
What Are “Divisions” in the Church? – Kaleb Hammond at Missio Dei Catholic

Spiritual Analysis, Punditry, and News:
A Desire Fulfilled – The Relics of St. Thérèse – Kelly Ann Tallent at Missio Dei Catholic
The Supernatural Power of Jesus’ Holy Name: An Incredible True Story – Fr. Dwight Longenecker
St. Marianne Cope – Fr. Christopher G. Phillips at A Pilgrim’s Journey

Answering Protestants:
Mary’s Perpetual Virginity: Ten Biblical Evidences – Biblical Evidence For Catholicism

Persecution of Christians:
Evil Is Raging: Anti-Christian Slaughter Explodes Across The Globe – The Washington Times

Classical Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Seeing Disability as a Vocation Can Reframe Our Approach to Classical Ed – Classical Ed Rev
Life with Hopkins: The Joy of Memorization – Betsy K. Brown at Cana Academy

Secular Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
What Today’s Academics Have Forgotten About Education – Cicero Bruce at The Imaginative. . .

Books:
A Novel Deeply Concerned with the Dignity of Life – Lindsay Schlegel at Word On Fire

Upcoming Poetry:
Ryan Wilson in Conversation with Poets Paul Pastor & Jane Scharl – Catholic Literary Arts
Thomist Poets with Tamara Nicholl-Smith – Christopher Honey

Poetry:
Interview: James Matthew Wilson, Poet, Professor, & Critic – Roseanne T. Sullivan

Cultural Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Flannery O’Connor, the One & Only – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
The Heart of Football: Fernando Mendoza’s Faith Grounds Him – National Catholic Register
Tolkien Reads the Ride of the Rohirrim – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

Saturday Evening Edition Top-10:
1. Fulton Sheen’s Warning is Uncannily Prophetic – Theresa Civantos Barber at Aleteia
2. Are You Obligated To Go To Mass In Bad Weather? – Becky Roach at Catholic Link
3. Why Do People Convert To Catholicism? – Rod Dreher at Rod Dreher’s Diary
4. A Screenshot Says It All: Chaos, Anarchy, & Division in Charlotte – Fr. Allan J. McDonald
5. Managerialism & the Fallacy of the Fallacy of Vatican II Survivorship Bias – James R. Green
6. The Sign Of The Cross Done Rightly – A Treasure To Be Shared
7. The Disastrous Pontificate Continues to Make Waves – Peter A. Kwasniewski, Ph.D.
8. Leo XIV: The Theology of the Seamless Shroud – Chris Jackson at Hiraeth In Exile
9. Eliminating the Double Altar Look in an Historic Church – Fr. Allan J. McDonald at Southern. . .
10. Removing Watches, Jewelry, & Rings to Celebrate Mass??? – Fr. Allan J. McDonald at SO

Saturday Evening Edition Honorable Mention:
Bishop Barron Wins Worst Take Award After Minnesota Stumble – David L. Gray, Th.M.
I Guess We Can Criticize the Pope Now – Fr. Z’s Blog
Stunningly Beautiful New Church of St. Catherine, in Wake Forest. . .But! – Fr. A.J. McDonald

Recent Posts:
SATVRDAY EVENING EDITION – BIG PVLPIT
FRIDAY LATE-EVENING EDITION – BIG PVLPIT

Liturgical References:
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (U.S.) – United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (Nigeria) – Nigeria Catholic Network
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (Canada) – Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (U.K.) – Alive Publishing
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (Australia) – Diocese of Parramatta
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (Ireland) – Church Support Group
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (New Zealand) – Universalis
Daily Readings: Traditional Latin Mass – Latin Mass Helper
Order of Mass: Novus Ordo – Universalis
Mass Times for Travel – MassTimes.org
Find a Relic Anywhere in the World – The Relic Project

Bible References:
Douay-Rheims Bible – Douay-Rheims Bible Online
Revised Standard Version – Catholic Edition Bible – EWTN
Haydock Catholic Bible – Haydock Commentary Online

Catholic References:
Ask Me Anything About the Catholic Faith – Catholic Questions

Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The Wages of Bringing a Gun to a Riot – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Partisan Imbalance across Academic Disciplines – Jacob Shell on X
Land of 10,000 Tantrums – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Vibrant March for Life in Paris Fights Back Against Abortion & Euthanasia – TFP

Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
How Christianity Built The West, & Why the Church Must Defend It – Dan Burmawi
How Our Lady (& Mother Teresa) Helped Break Communist Grip on Albania – NC Register

Et Cætera. . . Other Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Illegal Space Aliens – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
The Apocalypse of St. John Trailer Drops for New Film on Book of Revelation – Hollywood Catholic
Marching for an America Where God’s Law & Human Life Are Respected & Loved – TFP
Jesting Caesar – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
We Must Resist the Pressure to Abandon the Unborn & Embrace Lesser Causes – TFP
Actress Patricia Neal: A Story of Love, Healing, & Forgiveness – Mary Claire Kendall at Aleteia
Yes, Treating Employees Like Family Still Happens – Tradition, Family, & Property

Indiscriminate Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
Why Nuclear Weapons Are Still Needed: It’s Time to Put an End to the START Treaty – TFP
How to be Catholic: A Step-by-Step Guide – EWTN News via National Catholic Register
Why the President’s Gesture Hurt – John Horvat, II, at Tradition, Family, & Property
Need Professional Fundraising Advice? – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Zohran Mamdani’s Supporters Propose “Popular Assemblies” to Power the Revolution – TFP
Helping You Build a Better Wardrobe – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist
Follow on X, BIG PVLPIT’s Editor-in-Chief – Robert “Tito” Edwards

A Thank You To Our Sponsor:
The American Society for the Defense of Tradition, Family, and Property

SATVRDAY EVENING EDITION

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Managerialism & the Fallacy of the Fallacy of Vatican II Survivorship Bias – James R. Green
Fulton Sheen’s Warning is Uncannily Prophetic – Theresa Civantos Barber at Aleteia
Are You Obligated To Go To Mass In Bad Weather? – Becky Roach at Catholic Link

Note I:
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, thanks be to God, Little Vatican (Big Pulpit) have come through this financial difficulty stronger than before. We are truly grateful for your prayers and for the generous donations that made this possible. May the Lord bless each of you abundantly for your kindness.

Note II:
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, please kindly remember in your prayers the repose of the souls of: Hortencia Edwards, who passed into eternal life on December 20; Inela “Nela” Carcamo, who passed on January 7; and Jorge Carcamo, Nela’s devoted husband, who followed her in death on January 9. Thank you for your charity in prayer.

Note III:
Thank you to everyone that has prayed and donated for the funeral expenses. My wife and I are grateful for your assistance!

John L. Allen, Jr., Requiescat in Pace:
In Memoriam: John L. Allen Jr. – William Cash at The Catholic Herald
A Litany of Prayer for Catholic Journalist John Allen – Kathleen N. Hattrup at Aleteia

General Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Why Do People Convert To Catholicism? – Rod Dreher at Rod Dreher’s Diary
A Priest’s Reminder: Sundays Are a Whole Day for God, Not Just an Hour – Church Pop
Vibrant March for Life in Paris Fights Back Against Abortion & Euthanasia – TFP
Traditional Liturgy Sees Canadian Revival – Quinton Amundson at The Catholic Register
Woman who saw Mary in Wisconsin to be ‘Servant of God’ – Caitlin Bootsma at Aleteia
Leo XIV: The Theology of the Seamless Shroud – Chris Jackson at Hiraeth In Exile
Why Commandments are Good, but Stories are Better – Kim. Ells at Invincible Family Substack
Fr. Sevin Jacques, the Soul of Catholic Scouting – Thérèse Puppinck at The Catholic Herald
Video: This Horrifying Story Proves Catholic Morality Is True – Anthony Stine, Ph.D.
Spiritual Directors – Sherpas to the Heavens – Nathan Krupa at The Country Disciple
Is a Leonine Unity Even Possible? – Eric Sammons at Crisis Magazine
Answering God’s Call: The True Story of Opus Dei – Benedetta Frigerio at New Daily Compass
Why Does the Direction of the Priest Matter at Mass? – Peter A. Kwasniewski, Ph.D., on X
Can the Novus Ordo be Reformed – Katharia at The Pursuit Of Truth In La La Land
No, Adoption & Third-Party Reproduction Are Not the Same – Them Before Us
The Sign Of The Cross Done Rightly – A Treasure To Be Shared
Religious Art & Life: Recognizing the Beauty of Goodness – Jeffrey A. Mirus, Ph.D.
Which Religions Do Men & Women Prefer? – Leo Benedictus at Interesting Data
New Atheists Like Sam Harris Have Nothing Meaningful To Offer Americans – Auguste Meyrat

Liturgical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Removing Watches, Jewelry, & Rings to Celebrate Mass??? – Fr. Allan J. McDonald at SO
An Exceptional Chasuble in Honor of Our Lady of Guadalupe – Peter A. Kwasniewski, Ph.D.
The Ancient Ambrosian Rite in Milan – John Paul Sonnen at Liturgical Arts Journal
Kingdom of Asturias; the Christian Art of Early Medieval Spain – Hilary White at The SIP
Eliminating the Double Altar Look in an Historic Church – Fr. Allan J. McDonald at Southern. . .
Math & Mysticism: Sacred Art Can Change How You Think About God, Man & Cosmos – H. White
Why Many Baptismal Fonts Have Eight Sides – Philip Kosloski at Aleteia

Spiritual Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Loving Yourself, the Catholic Way – Delphine Chui at The Catholic Herald

Chaos, Anarchy, and Division at Detroit, Charlotte, and Tennessee:
A Screenshot Says It All. . . – Fr. Allan J. McDonald at Southern Orders

Catholic (Classical) Liberal Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Catholic Schools: Lesson Planning Liturgical Formation for All Children – A. Johnson at Adoremus
The Drama of Grammar in Shelley’s “England in 1819” – Betsy K. Brown at Cana Academy

Secular and Other Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Woke Colleges Are Still Wasting Young American Minds – New York Post

Books:
The Disastrous Pontificate Continues to Make Waves – Peter A. Kwasniewski, Ph.D.

Poetry:
Green Questions by Rachel Hadas – One Art, A Journal Of Poetry

Friday Late-Evening Edition Top-10:
1. Stunningly Beautiful New Church of St. Catherine, in Wake Forest. . .But! – Fr. A.J. McDonald
2. Bishop Barron Wins Worst Take Award After Minnesota Stumble – David L. Gray, Th.M.
3. Pope Leo’s Inner Monologue: Don’t Laugh, No Matter How Cute It Is – Emily Zanotti on X
4. I Guess We Can Criticize the Pope Now – Fr. Z’s Blog
5. John Allen: Formidable Vatican Correspondent, Faithful Friend – Edward Pentin
6. Video: Leo Appoints a Stunning & Brave James Martin Disciple to Lead Priests – A. Stine, Ph.D.
7. Does Pope Leo’s Meeting With the FSSP Signal Anything New? – The Catholic Herald
8. Archbish Gänswein: “Normality is Slowly Returning” with Leo – Michael Haynes at Per Mariam
9. Why Young Protestants in America’s Power Centers Converting to Catholicism? – World Magaz
10. Jesuits in Britain Respond to Senior Jesuit Chaplain at Oxford Removed – The Catholic Herald

Recent Posts:
FRIDAY LATE-EVENING EDITION – BIG PVLPIT

Liturgical References:
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (U.S.) – United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (Nigeria) – Nigeria Catholic Network
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (Canada) – Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (U.K.) – Alive Publishing
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (Australia) – Diocese of Parramatta
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (Ireland) – Church Support Group
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (New Zealand) – Universalis
Daily Readings: Traditional Latin Mass – Latin Mass Helper
Order of Mass: Novus Ordo – Universalis
Mass Times for Travel – MassTimes.org
Find a Relic Anywhere in the World – The Relic Project

Bible References:
Douay-Rheims Bible – Douay-Rheims Bible Online
Revised Standard Version – Catholic Edition Bible – EWTN
Haydock Catholic Bible – Haydock Commentary Online

Catholic References:
Ask Me Anything About the Catholic Faith – Catholic Questions

Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
‘Family’ Tree of British Political Parties – The Anglofuturist on X
Democrats Rioting = Extortion – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Trump’s Second Term Has Ended the Conservative Era – Ross Douthat at New York Times
Marching for an America Where God’s Law & Human Life Are Respected & Loved – TFP
Soviet Canuckistan – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
We Must Resist the Pressure to Abandon the Unborn & Embrace Lesser Causes – TFP

Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
July 12, 2026 is the 1100th Anniversary of English Unification – Ed West on X
Between A.D. 1400-1700 at Least 20% of All Scientists Came From the Clergy – LiorLefineder on X

Et Cætera. . . Other Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Why Nuclear Weapons Are Still Needed: It’s Time to Put an End to the START Treaty – TFP
Brrr! – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Zohran Mamdani’s Supporters Propose “Popular Assemblies” to Power the Revolution – TFP
Dante Tells Us What He Really Thinks About Italians – The American Catholic
Why the President’s Gesture Hurt – John Horvat, II, at Tradition, Family, & Property

Indiscriminate Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
Mater Populi Fidelis: A Note “That Luther Would Sign” – Tradition, Family, & Property
How to be Catholic: A Step-by-Step Guide – EWTN News via National Catholic Register
Need Professional Fundraising Advice? – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Helping You Build a Better Wardrobe – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist
Follow on X, BIG PVLPIT’s Editor-in-Chief – Robert “Tito” Edwards

A Thank You To Our Sponsor:
The American Society for the Defense of Tradition, Family, and Property

FRIDAY LATE-EVENING EDITION

BIG PVLPIT

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
John Allen: Formidable Vatican Correspondent, Faithful Friend – Edward Pentin
Bishops Describe “Extremist Settlers” Targeting Palestinian Christians – Ch. Rousselle at Aleteia
Does Pope Leo’s Meeting With the FSSP Signal Anything New? – N. Limbu at The Catholic Herald

John L. Allen, Jr., Requiescat in Pace:
John L. Allen Jr.: A Life Remembered in Gratitude – Elise Ann Allen at Crux
John Allen, Our Friend at the Vatican – Tod Worner at First Things
John L. Allen Jr, 1965-2026 – Crux Staff at Crux
John Allen Jr., Author & Longtime Vatican Reporter, Dies at 61 – The Catholic World Report
From the Culture of Contempt to a “Catholic Commons”: John L. Allen Jr. – Mt. Becklo at Crux
Rest in peace, John Allen, Jr. – J.D. Flynn at The Pillar
John Allen Jr: Funeral & Visitation Arrangements – Crux Staff at Crux
Requiescat in Pacem John Allen – Fr. Allan J. McDonald at Southern Orders

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
Archbishop Gänswein: “Normality is Slowly Returning” with Leo – Michael Haynes at Per Mariam
Pope Leo XIV Sends a Message to the U.S. Pro-Life March – The American Catholic
Pope Leo’s Inner Monologue: Don’t Laugh, No Matter How Cute It Is – Emily Zanotti on X

General Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The Stunningly Beautiful New Church of St. Catherine, in Wake Forest. . .But! – Fr. A.J. McDonald
Video: Leo Appoints a Stunning & Brave James Martin Disciple to Lead Priests – A. Stine, Ph.D.
Marching for an America Where God’s Law & Human Life Are Respected & Loved – TFP
The Problem with the Jerusalem Statement Against Christian Zionism – G. D’Costa at First Things
All Things Are Oriented Toward Something: The Reason for Ad Orientem – Catholic Exchange
Jesuits in Britain Respond to Senior Jesuit Chaplain at Oxford Removed – The Catholic Herald
We Must Resist the Pressure to Abandon the Unborn & Embrace Lesser Causes – TFP
Bishop Barron Wins Worst Take Award After Minnesota Stumble – David L. Gray, Th.M.
Francis-Collapse of Catholicism in Latin America – Rorate Cæli
In Praise of Single-Sex Dormitories – Teagan Byrne at The Catholic World Report
Why Catholics Should Stop Using A.I.-Generated Art – Philip Kosloski at Voyage
Video: Meet the Inconsistent Consistory – Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J., at iCatholic Radio
Deathbed Conversions & the Limits of Pascal’s Wager: Scott Adams – Scott Ventureyra
How an Anonymous Tweet Spawned the Fake News About Macron & Leo – Silere Non Possum
The Neo-Catechumenal Way: Leo XIV Praises a Modernist Cult – Chris Jackson at Hiraeth In Exile
Why the Moment a Family Breaks Apart is Seared Into a Child’s Memory Forever – Them Bef Us
Video: Hinduism is False & Here’s Why – Sanctus
As Numbers Collapse, English Freemasons Seek New Recruits Through Facebook – Edward Pentin
Why Young Protestants in America’s Power Centers Converting to Catholicism? – World Magaz
Visiting an Incredible Apparition Site: Our Lady of the Day, July 47 AD – Mary The Immaculate. . .

News Ticker:
Tens of Thousands March in DC for 2026 March for Life – National Catholic Register
Jesuit Chaplain at Oxford Removed Following Safeguarding Complaint – The Catholic Herald

News Brief:
I Guess We Can Criticize the Pope Now – Fr. Z’s Blog

Liturgical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Celebrate the Novus Ordo Beautifully Dammit! – Fr. Allan J. McDonald at Southern Orders
A Medieval Orphrey Repurposed Onto a New Chasuble – Shawn R. Tribe at Liturgical Arts Journal
Mass Intentions Explained – The Catholic Herald
The 2025 Festival of St. Louis in Photos – Peter A. Kwasniewski, Ph.D., at New Liturgical Movement
Divine Worship: The Beautiful & Reverent Liturgical English Patrimony – A Treasure To Be. . .
To Venerate is to Draw Near: Monastic Art & the Desire for Communion – Hilary White at The SIP

Bible Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The Gospel Foreshadowed: Joseph & Judah in Genesis – Homiletic & Pastoral Review

Spiritual Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Three Nights in a German Monastery Will Do You the World of Good – The Catholic Herald
Video: On Frequent Lapses Into Habitual Sin . . . Cardinal Antonio Bacci – Anthony Stine, Ph.D.
Video: Too Early for the End of Days? – Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.

Persecution of Christians:
Report: Christians Have Never Been as Persecuted as in 2025 – Hortense Leger at Aleteia

Catholic (Classical) Liberal Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Go Against the Current When Educating Your Children. Part 1 – Dan Fitzpatrick at Catholic Stand
Breathing with Both Lungs? The Necessity for Greek in the Schools – Cana Academy

Secular and Other Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Ed Tech is Profitable, Also Mostly Useless: Research Show Few Learning Gains – The Economist
Graph: The Elimination of Conservatives in Academia – Kevin Bass on X
Death of American History? – Elizabeth Heckman & Nikolas Lanum at Fox News

Books:
True Humans – Stephen M. Barr at First Things

Poetry:
The Poetry & Priesthood of Fr. Joseph Evans – Jan Bentz at The Catholic Herald

Liturgical References:
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (U.S.) – United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (Nigeria) – Nigeria Catholic Network
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (Canada) – Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (U.K.) – Alive Publishing
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (Australia) – Diocese of Parramatta
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (Ireland) – Church Support Group
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (New Zealand) – Universalis
Daily Readings: Traditional Latin Mass – Latin Mass Helper
Order of Mass: Novus Ordo – Universalis
Mass Times for Travel – MassTimes.org
Find a Relic Anywhere in the World – The Relic Project

Bible References:
Douay-Rheims Bible – Douay-Rheims Bible Online
Revised Standard Version – Catholic Edition Bible – EWTN
Haydock Catholic Bible – Haydock Commentary Online

Catholic References:
Ask Me Anything About the Catholic Faith – Catholic Questions

Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Immigration Politics Versus Church Worship – Marcus Peter at Catholic Answers Magazine
Hilary Clinton Burned – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Why the President’s Gesture Hurt – John Horvat, II, at Tradition, Family, & Property
Tom Homan Bestowed With Protector of America Award by Catholics For Catholics – CforC
A Short History of the New York Times Being Wrong About Everything – Ed West

The Coming Fratricide in Europe:
Muslim Destroying Christian Church in England – Concerned Citizen on X
London Police Block Christian March Through Muslim Area – TEC News

Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Canada’s Rush to Beijing Is a Strategic Miscalculation – Stephen Nagy at Real Clear World
How the Iranian Regime Breaks – Afshon Ostovar at Foreign Affairs
Why Nuclear Weapons Are Still Needed: It’s Time to Put an End to the START Treaty – TFP
147 Years Since Rorke’s Drift – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Spanish: The Vatican Analyzes the Proposal to Join Trump’s Board of Peace – Info Vaticana

The U.S. Territory of Greenland:
People Mocking the Idea of the U.S. Buying Greenland Don’t Know History – Max Manners on X

Et Cætera. . . Other Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Tabby Cats & Mary – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Mater Populi Fidelis: A Note “That Luther Would Sign” – Tradition, Family, & Property

Indiscriminate Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
Yes, Treating Employees Like Family Still Happens – Tradition, Family, & Property
How to be Catholic: A Step-by-Step Guide – EWTN News via National Catholic Register
Need Professional Fundraising Advice? – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Helping You Build a Better Wardrobe – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist
Follow on X, BIG PVLPIT’s Editor-in-Chief – Robert “Tito” Edwards

A Thank You To Our Sponsor:
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TVESDAY EARLY-AFTERNOON EDITION

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Muslims Abduct Over 150 Christians from Three Churches in Nigeria – Crux
Recovering Transcendent Beauty: Why Gen-Z Loves the TLM – A. Kelpe at Quod Scripsi Scripsi
Deepfake P#rnography & My Experience of Digital Violation – Samantha Smith at Catholic Herald

Note I:
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Note II:
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, please kindly remember in your prayers the repose of the souls of: Hortencia Edwards, who passed into eternal life on December 20; Inela “Nela” Carcamo, who passed on January 7; and Jorge Carcamo, Nela’s devoted husband, who followed her in death on January 9. Thank you for your charity in prayer.

Note III:
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, if you are able to help Lili Edwards, née Carcamo, and me with the remaining funeral costs for the cantor, organist, and reception hall cleaning, please click here. We are grateful for any help, Thank you all. In Christ.

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
Pope Leo XIV: Between Jubilee, Consistory, & Diplomatic Corps – Andrea Gagliarducci
Pope Leo’s Renewed Call to Priestly Holiness – Fr. Joseph Brody at Homiletic & Pastoral Review

Chaos, Anarchy, and Division at Detroit, Charlotte, and Tennessee:
The Scandalous Behaviour of Bishop Martin Leo Must Not Ignore – Damian Thompson on X

Traditionis Custodes:
Roche, Traditionis Custodes, & “Unity” – Fr. Z’s Blog

General Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Bp Ath Schneider: Card Roche’s Liturgy Rep Is “Manipulative”, Distorts History – D. Montagna
Leftist Cardinals Challenge Trump; Catholic Schools Fight Back – David L. Gray, Th.M.
Stability & Culture: The Relevancy of the Benedictines & Their Liturgical Life – ATJ Kaethler PhD
Suddenly Amish: Why the Amish Have Got It Right – Thomas Edwards at The Catholic Herald
Artists in Our Midst – Masha Goepel at Catholic Stand Magazine
India’s St. Joseph Vaz Evangelized Sri Lanka Through His Poverty – Philip Kosloski at Aleteia
As Feminized Universities Falter, Faithful Catholic Colleges Flourish – Anne Hendershott at Crisis
St. Paul the First Hermit – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Movement
No One Should Be Opposed to Leo’s Catechesis on Vatican II—but Holy Father! – Fr. A.J. McDonald
Video: Priest Declares The Natural Family Is Evil & Oppressive – Anthony Stine, Ph.D.
May I Introduce. . . The Proper Way to Approach Women – Dorothy McLean
Jimmy Lai: The Evangelist in Stanley Prison – George Weigel at National Catholic Register
Generational Spirits: Questions & Answers – Fr. Mike Driscoll at Catholic Answers Magazine
Has the New Liturgy Changed You? – Amy Welborn at Charlotte Was Both
Does a Priest Need Permission to Offer the Traditional Latin Mass? – Peter A. Kwasniewski, Ph.D.
Make America Walkable Again (MAWA) – We’re Not At the End, But You Can See It From Here

News Ticker:
St. Thomas Relic Stolen from Scarborough Church – The Catholic Register
Germany’s “Slime Mass” Apology Exposes Deeper Fault Lines in the Church – The Catholic Herald
Michael Barber’s New Videos on Social Media & Links – Michael Patrick Barber at The Sacred Page

Liturgical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The Twelfth Century ‘Uta’ Chasuble of Marienberg Abbey – S.R. Tribe at Liturgical Arts Journal
A Little Jewel of a Reading – Denise Trull at The Inscapist
Organizing Pontifical Masses: A Call for Help – Peter A. Kwasniewski, Ph.D., at NLM

Bible Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Firstborn Jesus’ Brothers & Sisters? – Karlo Broussard at Catholic Answers Magazine

Spiritual Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Should I Ask My Priest for Career Advice? – The Catholic Herald

Answering Protestants:
When Did Jesus Finish His Sacrifice? – Tom Nash at Catholic Answers Magazine

Persecution of Christians:
Faith on the Front Lines of the Persecuted Church – Catholic Arena

The Liturgical Laments of Detroit, Charlotte, and Tennessee:
Mixed Reactions in Charlotte Ban – Sensum Fidelium on X

Catholic (Classical) Liberal Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Refuting John Dewey – Elizabeth Corey at Law & Liberty
What Should Classical Academies Say of History? – Andrew J. Zwerneman at Cana Academy

Secular and Other Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
They Graduated From Stanford. Due to A.I., They Can’t Find a Job – N. Christopher at LA Times
How To Increase the Retention of Early Career Teachers – Weadé James & Paige S. DeMio
The Campus Civility Collapse – Marie Newhouse at The Chronicle of Higher Education

Books:
Combatting Feminism, A History – Carrie Gress, Ph.D. at National Catholic Register

Poetry:
A Review of Perennial: The Red River Book of 21st Century Hindi Poetry – New Verse Review

Monday Early-Afternoon Edition Top-10:
1. The Mistaken Drive Against “Parish Shopping” – Kevin Tierney at Kevin’s Substack
2. What’s Wrong With This Picture (JP2, B16, Francis, & Leo)? – Fr. Allan J. McDonald at SO
3. Leo Today Received in Private Audience FSSP Superior Gen Fr. John Berg – Diane Montagna
4. A Tale of Two Green Liturgies. . .in Two Cities. . . – Fr. Allan J. McDonald at Southern Orders
5. Children of Light Make Reparation for a Black Mass of Defiant “Light” in Texas – TFP
6. What My Time in Israel Taught Me About the World’s Fertility Crisis – Them Before Us
7. Three Heterodox Cardinals Denounce President Trump – Ruth Graham at New York Times
8. How’s This for a Chapel? – Culture Explorer via Spirit Daily Blog
9. 10 Fascinating Facts About the Mysterious Enoch – B. Shumaker at National Catholic Register
10. Moving, Liturgically – Amy Welborn at Charlotte Was Both

Recent Posts:
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SVNDAY EARLY-AFTERNOON EDITION – BIG PVLPIT

Liturgical References:
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (U.S.) – United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (Nigeria) – Nigeria Catholic Network
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (Canada) – Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (U.K.) – Alive Publishing
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (Australia) – Diocese of Parramatta
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (Ireland) – Church Support Group
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (New Zealand) – Universalis
Daily Readings: Traditional Latin Mass – Latin Mass Helper
Order of Mass: Novus Ordo – Universalis
Mass Times for Travel – MassTimes.org
Find a Relic Anywhere in the World – The Relic Project

Bible References:
Douay-Rheims Bible – Douay-Rheims Bible Online
Revised Standard Version – Catholic Edition Bible – EWTN
Haydock Catholic Bible – Haydock Commentary Online

Catholic References:
Ask Me Anything About the Catholic Faith – Catholic Questions

Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Decision to Bar Dutch Catholic Activist Raises Questions About Free Speech – Catholic Herald
You Didn’t Ever Cross T.R. – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Muslim & Migrant Fatigue – Rod Dreher at The European Conservative

The U.S. Territory of Greenland:
A Reasonable, Logical, & Historical Explanation for Purchasing Greenland – Stephen Miller via X
What Trump Wants from Greenland – Don Surber
Greenlanders Speak Out Against Danish Rule After Decades of Forced Sterilization – NY Post

Et Cætera. . . Other Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Noble Lesbian Savage Fights For Humanity – Rod Dreher
Meme Break – Fr. Joseph Fessio, S.J.
How One Student’s Failing Grade Turned the “Transgender” Agenda Upside Down – TFP

Indiscriminate Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
The Profound Impact of Profanity: How Swearing Affects the Brain, Emotions & Soul – TFP
How to be Catholic: A Step-by-Step Guide – EWTN News via National Catholic Register
Need Professional Fundraising Advice? – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Helping You Build a Better Wardrobe – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist
Follow on X, BIG PVLPIT’s Editor-in-Chief – Robert “Tito” Edwards

A Thank You To Our Sponsor:
The American Society for the Defense of Tradition, Family, and Property

TVESDAY EARLY-MORNING EDITION

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The Great Christian Reset: The Return of a Christian West – Jonathan Van Maren at First Things
Women Should Take Their Husband’s Name – Johann Kurtz at Becoming Noble
Traditionalist Catholic Men: The Most Hated In the World – Laramie Hirsch at The Weltgeist

Note I:
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, thanks be to God, Little Vatican (Big Pulpit) have come through this financial difficulty stronger than before. We are truly grateful for your prayers and for the generous donations that made this possible. May the Lord bless each of you abundantly for your kindness.

Note II:
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, please kindly remember in your prayers the repose of the souls of: Hortencia Edwards, who passed into eternal life on December 20; Inela “Nela” Carcamo, who passed on January 7; and Jorge Carcamo, Nela’s devoted husband, who followed her in death on January 9. Thank you for your charity in prayer.

Note III:
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, if you are able to help Lili Edwards, née Carcamo, and me with the remaining funeral costs for the cantor, organist, and reception hall cleaning, please click here. We are grateful for any help, Thank you all. In Christ.

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
Yet Another Great Reversal of Pope Francis by Pope Leo! – Fr. Allan J. McDonald at Southern. . .
Pope Leo & the Truth Behind a Saint & the Chicago Bears – Theresa Civantos Barber at Aleteia
New Papal Ferula for the New Phase of Pope Leo’s Pontificate. . . – Fr. Allan J. McDonald at SO

Chaos, Anarchy, and Division at Detroit, Charlotte, and Tennessee:
Exclusive: Diocese of Charlotte Reacts to First Sunday After Altar Rail Ban – The Catholic Herald
Detroit Archbishop Appoints New President at Seminary, Replacing Key Personnel – Cath Vote
No Peace for the Latin Mass – John Byron Kuhner

Traditionis Custodes:
Where to Go When the Tradition is Gone – Fr. Matthew Solomon at Oriens Journal
The Liturgical Limbo of Traditionis Custodes – Niwa Limbu at The Catholic Herald
The Roche Report, Traditionis Custodes, & Permanent Revolution – Fr. Z’s Blog

Vatican II at 60:
Terrific From Fr. McTeigue! “Are We There Yeeeeet?” – Fr. Z’s Blog

The Fruit of Vatican II’s Folly:
The New Dis-Order Mass vs. The TLM – Fr. Allan J. McDonald at Southern Orders

General Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Cardinal Roche is Sad & Worried – The Wanderer (Argentina) via Rorate Cæli
Defend Churches Against Intimidation – Philip F. Lawler, Ph.D., at Phil Lawler’s Substack
Mater Populi Fidelis: A Note “That Luther Would Sign” – Tradition, Family, & Property
Bishop Who Declined Red Hat Resigns at 63 – Luke Coppen at The Pillar
Faithlessness Breeds Soullessness – We’re Not At the End, But You Can See It From Here
Spanish: Clear Warnings From the Pope to the Neocatechumenal Way – Info Vaticana
Is German Literature Superior to English Literature? – Torch and Tub via Classical Ed Review
The Pious Scientists of the Late Middle Ages – Russell M. Lawson at Catholic Exchange
Ten Reasons It’s a Great Time to Be Catholic – Patti M. Armstrong at National Catholic Register
The Pathetic State of the Episcopal Church Today – Anthony Chase Fountain, Esq., at The TT
Burke’s Fairy Tale, Czerny’s Shrug, Spengler’s River – Chris Jackson at Hiraeth In Exile
The Martyrdom of St. Lucia Park Hui-Sun – Florentius at Gloria Romanorum
Is Global Homo More Dangerous Than Islam? – Austin Ruse at Crisis Magazine
Russian Government Launches Unprecedented Attack on Patriarch of Constantinople – Zenit
Mysterious Experiences! – Jimmy Akin’s Mysterious World
Fisking Cardinal Roche’s Secret Letter to the Cardinals – Leila Marie Lawler at Happy Despite. . .
The Thorns of Scott Adams’s ‘Conversion’ – Marcus Peter at Catholic Answers Magazine
The Times New Roman Font War: I’m on Charlemagne’s Side – John Horvat, II, at The IC

News Ticker:
Don Lemon & Leftists Interrupt Christian Service to Protest ICE – Creative Minority Report
Bishop Barron: ICE Should Focus on Serious Criminals, Asks Protesters to Stop Interfering – CWR
Irish Teacher Arrested Again After Refusing to Use “They” Pronoun for Student – M. Nawfal on X

News Brief:
A Full Training in Sacred Art Wall Painting Suitable for Catholics – David Clayton at NLM
West Coast Walk for Life Schedule: Friday & Saturday, January 23 & 24 – California Catholic Daily
Mary Co-Redemptrix Billboard Spotted on I-75 in Florida – Fr. Allan J. McDonald at Southern. . .

Liturgical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
New Hope For Sacred Music! – Richard J. Clark & Dr. Myrna Keough via Corpus Christi Watershed
Externals of the Mass – Fr. Jerry Pokorsky at Catholic Culture
Resurrecting Old Vestments: Antique Vestment Repair & Restoration – Liturgical Arts Journal

Bible Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Mary’s Perpetual Virginity: Ten Biblical Evidences – Biblical Evidence For Catholicism
Video: Biblical Proof the Holy Spirit is a Divine Person – Full Sheen Ahead
Update on Cambridge Bibles for 2026 – Marc at Catholic Bible Talk

Vocations Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Orphanage, to Cocaine, to Faithful Priest – Steve Rey at Defenders Of The Catholic Faith

Spiritual Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Discernment of Spirits for Beginners: Teaching Your Children Discernment – Cath Spiritual Dir
Finding God in Stillness – Scepter Blog
Yes, Treating Employees Like Family Still Happens – Tradition, Family, & Property
Seven Days A Week: Meditations & Prayers – A Treasure To Be Shared
The Worth of a Tear Shed for Jesus is Greater than Fasting for a Year. . . – The American Catholic

Answering Protestants:
Papal Primacy & the Gift of Authority – Fr. Matthew Gonzalez at Homiletic & Pastoral Review

Persecution of Christians:
Cardinal Brenes & Christian Persecution in Nicaragua – The Catholic Herald

Catholic (Classical) Liberal Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
They Wanted a University Without Cancel Culture Then Dissenters Were Ousted – Evan Mandery

Secular and Other Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
I’ve Been a Public School Teacher for 20 Years. Trust Me: Homeschool Your Kids – TAOP on X
Mountains of Evidence on Teen Social Media Harm – Jon Haidt & Zach Rausch at After Babel
Nearly 30 Yale Undergrad Depts Have No Republican Faculty, Report Finds – Rachel del Guidice

Books:
The Best Books Catholic Culture Staff Read in 2025 – Catholic Culture

Poetry:
Winter 2026 Issue Now Available! – Steve Knepper at New Verse Review

Monday Early-Afternoon Edition Top-10:
1. The Mistaken Drive Against “Parish Shopping” – Kevin Tierney at Kevin’s Substack
2. What’s Wrong With This Picture (JP2, B16, Francis, & Leo)? – Fr. Allan J. McDonald at SO
3. Leo Today Received in Private Audience FSSP Superior Gen Fr. John Berg – Diane Montagna
4. A Tale of Two Green Liturgies. . .in Two Cities. . . – Fr. Allan J. McDonald at Southern Orders
5. Children of Light Make Reparation for a Black Mass of Defiant “Light” in Texas – TFP
6. What My Time in Israel Taught Me About the World’s Fertility Crisis – Them Before Us
7. Three Heterodox Cardinals Denounce President Trump – Ruth Graham at New York Times
8. How’s This for a Chapel? – Culture Explorer via Spirit Daily Blog
9. 10 Fascinating Facts About the Mysterious Enoch – B. Shumaker at National Catholic Register
10. Moving, Liturgically – Amy Welborn at Charlotte Was Both

Monday Early-Morning Edition Top-10:
1. Pope Leo’s New Notes – Robert Royal, Ph.D., at The Catholic Thing
2. Leo XIV, the Long Transition – Andrea Gagliarducci at Monday Vatican
3. How One Student’s Failing Grade Turned the “Transgender” Agenda Upside Down – TFP
4. Carmelite Friar Prays Rosary Online at 4am is Brazil’s Most-Watched Streamer – Zenit
5. If Progressive Catholics Were Totally Honest. . . – The Latin Right
6. Bishops Against Bishops on the TLM: Where Will Leo Land? – Timothy S. Flanders at 1 Peter 5
7. Pic Showing Ratzinger & Fulton Sheen Together at Second Vatican Council – Cath Arena on X
8. The Diabolical Face of Francis – Theresa A. Nixon at Petite Fleur
9. Cardinal Roche is Very, Very Worried – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Movement
10. Priest Who Was Padre Pio’s Personal Secretary Dies At 85 – Grace Porto at Catholic Vote

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MONDAY EARLY-MORNING EDITION – BIG PVLPIT
SVNDAY EARLY-AFTERNOON EDITION – BIG PVLPIT

Liturgical References:
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (U.S.) – United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (Nigeria) – Nigeria Catholic Network
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (Canada) – Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (U.K.) – Alive Publishing
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (Australia) – Diocese of Parramatta
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (Ireland) – Church Support Group
Daily Readings: Novus Ordo Mass (New Zealand) – Universalis
Daily Readings: Traditional Latin Mass – Latin Mass Helper
Order of Mass: Novus Ordo – Universalis
Mass Times for Travel – MassTimes.org
Find a Relic Anywhere in the World – The Relic Project

Bible References:
Douay-Rheims Bible – Douay-Rheims Bible Online
Revised Standard Version – Catholic Edition Bible – EWTN
Haydock Catholic Bible – Haydock Commentary Online

Catholic References:
Ask Me Anything About the Catholic Faith – Catholic Questions

Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Trump Has a Real Insurrection on His Hands In Minnesota – Breccan F. Thies at The Federalist
The AWFLs Are Screeching in Waukesha – Dad29
White House Healthcare Plan Raises Pro‑Life Questions – The Catholic Herald

The Coming Fratricide in Europe:
Crime in Germany Rises, with Left-Wing Violence Dominating the Statistics – TEC

Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
China’s Fertility Crisis: Free Babies, Subsidized Embryos, & Ghost of One-Child Policy – Zenit
January 3, 1777: Battle of Princeton – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Video: Niall Ferguson: Does The West have a Future? – The Macdonald-Laurier Institute

The U.S. Territory of Greenland:
Denmark’s Greenland Illusion: Sovereignty Without Power – Iben Thranholm at Courage Media
Why Greenland Suddenly Matters to the Rest of the World – Javier Villamor at TEC
Muslims Take Over Streets of Paris, But Macron Wants to Defend Greenland – David Vance on X

Et Cætera. . . Other Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Heisman Winner Mendoza: Why He Took Trophy to Priests at St. Paul Ctr/Univ – S. Jose on X
The Curious Catholic Comedy of James Donald Forbes McCann – D. Turner at The Catholic Herald
Requiescat In Pace: Scott Adams & His Last Note, Converting – The American Catholic
The Profound Impact of Profanity: How Swearing Affects the Brain, Emotions & Soul – TFP
The Best Movies I Watched in 2025 – Thomas V. Mirus at Catholic Culture

Indiscriminate Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
How One Student’s Failing Grade Turned the “Transgender” Agenda Upside Down – TFP
How to be Catholic: A Step-by-Step Guide – EWTN News via National Catholic Register
Need Professional Fundraising Advice? – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Helping You Build a Better Wardrobe – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist
Follow on X, BIG PVLPIT’s Editor-in-Chief – Robert “Tito” Edwards

A Thank You To Our Sponsor:
The American Society for the Defense of Tradition, Family, and Property