FRIDAY EARLY-MORNING EDITION

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
‘An Authentic Christian Gentleman’: Friends & Colleagues Remember Russell Shaw – The Reg
We Are Our Rites. . . “In Some Way or Another”, I Guess – Fr. Z’s Blog
When a Diocese Undermines Its Own Vocations: Charlotte’s Martin – Sarah Cain at Crisis

Note:
Please pray for the repose of the soul of my beloved mother, Hortencia “Orty” Edwards, who entered into her eternal reward on December 20. Please also pray for the repose of the soul of my wonderful mother-in-law, Inela “Nela” Carcamo, who entered into her eternal reward on January 7. Please also pray for my impeccable father-in-law, Jorge, as he begins his final hours in this fallen world.

In addition, my wife, Lili, and I would greatly appreciate your prayers as we navigate this sorrowful yet joyful season of our lives—joyful because both of our mothers fought the good fight and finished the race.

– Robert “Tito” Edwards, Editor-in-Chief

P.S. If you wish to assist us in our finances for the funeral and columbarium, you can go here (this crowdfunding page will be updated to reflect our new circumstances)

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
This is Pope Leo XIV’s Prayer Intention for the Month of January – Catholic World Report
Leo’s New Ferula Coinciding With the New Beginning of His Holiness’ Papacy – Fr. A.J. McDonald
An Old Poet’s Advice to the Pope – Joseph Pearce at National Catholic Register
Glorious Mass of the Consistory of Cardinals & Pope. . . – Fr. Allan J. McDonald at Southern Orders

The Extraordinary Consistory of Cardinals:
About the Extraordinary Consistory of Cardinals – Joe Tevington at Catholic Stand Magazine
Liturgy Sidestepped at Pope Leo XIV’s First Consistory? – Edward Pentin
Liturgy is Off the Agenda for the Consistory – Philip F. Lawler, Ph.D.
If Synodality is a Main Topic of the Consistory, That Means Synodality is an Issue – Fr. McDonald
Will the College of Cardinals Find Its Voice? – Philip F. Lawler, Ph.D., at Catholic Culture
Video: Pope Leo’s Consistory Gets Off To A Weird Start – Anthony Stine, Ph.D.
Why the Consistory Is Officially Just Another Synodal Dumpster Fire – Radical Fidelity
Pope Leo to Hold Next Consistory in June, Hopes for Annual Meetings With Cardinals – Ed Pentin
Leo Will Meet Regularly With the College of Cardinals – Fr. Allan J. McDonald at Southern Orders

The Liturgical Laments of Detroit, Charlotte, and Tennessee:
The Charlotte Dubia Test the Limits of a Bishop’s Authority – Philip F. Lawler, Ph.D., at Cath Cult
Don’t Consecrate Idiots as Bishops – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

Vatican II at 60:
Gen Z Has Rejected Vatican II – Fr. David J. Nix at Pilgrim Priest
Vatican II at the Crossroads of Leo XIV’s Pontificate – Mark Lambert at Complicit Clergy
Leo’s Hermeneutic Concerning Vatican II is That of Pope Benedict XVI. . . – Fr. Allan J. McDonald
Vatican II Has Been a Disaster for the Church – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Video: Is Pope Leo XIV Making Vatican II Great Again? – Joe McLane at A Catholic Take
Vatican II is God – Chris Jackson at Hiraeth In Exile

The Fruit of Vatican II’s Folly:
In Search of the True Catholic Church Or I’m Sick of the Fake, Gay, Church of Synodality – PF
Covering Herself Up in Shame, the German Church Goes Completely Bonkers – Catholic Conclave
Delusion: Tina Thompson Thinks She’s a Catholic Priest – A.C. Fountain, Esq., at The Taos Tattler

General Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Minnesota Diocese Gives ‘Ad Orientem’ Worship a Shot – Jonathan Liedl at The Reg
Five Tips To Help Do the Five First Saturdays Devotion More Devoutly – Tradition, Family, & Prop
There’s Better Historical Evidence for Christ Than for a Lot of People We Take for Granted – CA
Looking to the Star of the New Evangelization – Fr. Edward Lee Looney at Ignitum Today
Advice for Confessing the Sin of Pornography – Theo McManigal at Catholic Answers Magazine
Where the Eyes Go, the Soul Follows – Brother Simeon Jaeger at The Imaginative Conservative
What Gifts Can We Bring to the Christ Child in These Turbulent Times? Ourselves. – TFP
The Problem of the Catholic Influencer – Amy Welborn at Charlotte Was Both
Cussing, Cursing, & Swearing . . . Oh My! – Dan Fitzpatrick at Catholic Stand Magazine
Why Do Young Priests Leave? – Fr. Peter M.J. Stravinskas at Catholic World Report
The Church of Sarah Mullally – Damian Thompson & R.R. Reno at First Things
Strobe Lights, Sacred Rites – Chris Jackson at Hiraeth In Exile
KPop Demon Hunters & the Spiritual Combat – Nathan Krupa at Catholic Stand Magazine
DJ Padre Guilherme Sparks Backlash in Lebanon – Catholic Arena
Five Takeaways From SEEK 2026 – Grace Kimzey at National Catholic Register
Catholic Camp Credits Our Lady of Champion for Protection From Wildfire in California – Ch P
Intentions That Matter – Mark Belanger at Catholic Stand Magazine
Cardinal Zen: Is the Church Committing Suicide to Accommodate the World? – TACatholic
Posture Matters: The Case for Altar Rails – Thomas Colsy at Catholic Herald
When No-Fault Divorce Turns Children into Commodities – Carl R. Trueman at First Things
Couple to Couple League’s Fertility Science Inst Warns of Harmful Content in Fertility Apps – IT
Cardinal Sarah on Sacred Music, the Four Last Things, & True Peace – Ed Pentin
The Key To Preserving Marriage: Rejecting Sameness – Carrie Gress, Ph.D.
Video: Why is The West ignoring Jimmy Lai? – The Spectator
Canterbury Fails – Damian Thompson at First Things
The Art of the “Dark Ages” – Hilary White at The Sacred Images Project
The Modernist in Each of Us – Dom Pius Mary Noonan at Oriens Journal

News Ticker:
Russia Loses a Million Orthodox Adherents Each Year – Asia News

News Brief:
NFL Player Raises Awareness for Persecuted Christians – Catholic Arena

Liturgical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Epiphanytide: A Season of Light, Revelation, & Wonder – Ashley T. Wallace at The Liturgical Home
Why Look to the East? – Peter A. Kwasniewski, Ph.D., at New Liturgical Movement
Now That You’re Shunning Bad Hymns . . . Stop Announcing Them! – Corpus Christi Watershed
The Mass Is Speaking to You: Understanding the Sunday Readings – David L. Gray
A New Cope by Paramentica Vestments – John Paul Sonnen at Liturgical Arts Journal
On the Birth of Our Lord from Mother Mectilde of the Blessed Sacrament – P. Kwasniewski, Ph.D.

Bible Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Pope’s Prayer for January: Is That The New Catholic Bible (NCB)? – Catholic Bible Talk
Biblical Answers to Three Protestant “Mary Mistakes” – David Armstrong at Biblical Evidence. . .

Spiritual Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The Polish Mystic You Wish You Knew Sooner – Paul Suski at Catholic Exchange
The Light of Christ is Always Our Guide. . . – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

Secular and Other Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Texas A&M Bans Plato – Micaiah Bilger at The College Fix
DEI Has No Place in Our K-12 Classrooms – Rhyen Staley at The Hill
The Slow Decline of Public Education – E. Jeffrey Ludwig at American Thinker

O Bishops’ Conclave, What A Jest Thou Art!:
Video: The US Bishops Are Scamming Faithful Catholics – Anthony Stine, Ph.D.

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
Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Live – BIG PVLPIT
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:
Why I Don’t Buy the Media’s Jan 6 Narrative – David Griffey at Daffey Thoughts
Five Reasons Zohran Mamdani Will Not Save New York – Tradition, Family, & Property
Keir’s National Suicide Service is a Moral Catastrophe in the Making – Dan Hitchens at Spiked
Minneapolis Daycare Scandal Reveals The Trajectory Of Blue Zone Fraud Culture – The Federalist

Dār al-Islām vs. Christendom:
Tulsa, Oklahoma: Dar al-Islam – Laramie Hirsch at The Weltgeist

Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Picking up the Golden Thread of Western Civilization – R. Jared Stoudt, O.S.B. Obl., Ph.D.
Three Considerations About What Happened in Venezuela – Tradition, Family, & Property
The Old Lion is Dead – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

Indiscriminate Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
How to be Catholic: A Step-by-Step Guide – Catholic News Agency 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-AFTERNOON EDITION

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The Secret of Therese: Twelve Stories, One Message | Documentary – Rome Reports
Faithful in Chiclayo, Peru, Implore Leo to Revise Dicey Mater Populi Fidelis – Diane Montagna
Why Catholics Might Think Twice About Dry January – Timothy McHugh at Catholic Stand

Christmastide:
Twelfth Night & Epiphany: The Last Feast of Christmas – A.T. Wallace at The Liturgical Home
The Ninth Day of Christmas: Wisdom from the East – The World Is Quiet Here
The First Drops of the Precious Blood – Fr. Henry James Coleridge, S.J.
Explaining the Ninth Day of Christmas – Mr. Casey on X
The First Mass of Christmas: Missa in Nocte (MR1962) – Fr. Z’s Blog
The Octave Day of Christmas – The World Is Quiet Here

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
Beautiful Papal Mass to Celebrate New Year’s Day & Holy Mary, Mother of God! – Fr. McDonald
Pope Leo Sends Video Message to SEEK Conferences – Kathleen N. Hattrup at Aleteia
Pope Leo’s Potential Destinations for 2026 – Rome Reports

Note I:
We extend our deepest gratitude for your prayers and generous contributions toward the funeral expenses of my beloved mother. Two days before her passing, a grave family emergency arose on my wife’s side, and with the subsequent loss of my mother, we found ourselves stretched far beyond our financial means. My wife and I are profoundly thankful for your compassionate charity during this Christmastide.
– Robert “Tito” Edwards, Editor-in-Chief

Note II:
In this time of grief, my family and I find ourselves facing certain financial challenges. We are presently seeking assistance to cover some of the costs of her funeral. This remains our most immediate need.
– Robert “Tito” Edwards, Editor-in-Chief

Iconic Dutch Cathedral Burned to the Ground:
Video: Another Historic Church Destroyed Deliberately (Netherlands) – Anthony Stine, Ph.D.
Historic Dutch Former Catholic Church Destroyed by Fire on New Year’s Day – Cath News Agency
The Netherlands is Burning, & the BBC Won’t Say Why – John Mac Ghlionn at Courage Media

O Bishops’ Conclave, What A Jest Thou Art!:
Southside Together Organizing for Power – Michael Hichborn at Lepanto Institute

Vatican II at 60:
Vatican II: Did You Know That Concelebration of Mass Has Existed for Only 60 Years? – Rom Rep

General Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The Traditional Mass a Topic at the January Consistory? – Rorate Cæli
Reading Aloud Badly: Lectors, Literacy, & the Culture We Deserve – Torch and Tub
2025 Political Panorama Review: Chaotic Path to a Multipolar World – John Horvat, II, at TFP
What Are the Pope & the Cardinals to Do About the Tridentine Mass?! – Fr. Allan J. McDonald
Is Assisted Suicide More Merciful Than God? – Patti Maguire Armstrong at Crisis Magazine
The Eucharistic Vision of San Vitale’s Mosaics – Hilary White at The Sacred Images Project
Catholic Speaker’s Son Dies From a Severe Case of the Flu – Mary Rose at Catholic Vote
Falling into Place: An Interview with Erin O’Luanaigh (Poetry) – Nicholas Pierce at Nimrod
Sant’Alfonso di Liguori: Home of the Icon of Our Lady of Perpetual Help – Liturgical Arts Journal
St. Francis of Assisi’s Canticle of the Sun: Sister Water – Michael P. Foley, Ph.D., at NLM
St. Basil Had a Sister? – Denise Trull at The Inscapist
The Mass Mess We’re In – Amy Welborn at Charlotte Was Both
Fr. Z’s Predictions for 2026 – Fr. Z’s Blog
Video: Secular Media Is Giddy Over Pope Leo’s New Bishop In New York – Anthony Stine, Ph.D.
How I Outgrew Nietzsche: His Philosophy Offset for Not Being Good at Life – Richard Hanania
Only Real Masculinity Can Overcome Groyperism – Justin Lee at The American Mind
Church Attendance Rising with Young People Leading the Surge – Creative Minority Report

News Ticker:
Catholic Parish Sues Indianapolis for Blocking Demolition of Deteriorating Church – Cath Vote

News Brief:
Young French Catholics Restoring Ancient Shrines – Trad West on X

Liturgical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
A Survey of Some Recent Work of the Atelier Sacra Domus Aurea – Liturgical Arts Journal
The Ancient Character of the Feast of the Circumcision – Gregory DiPippo at NLM
Midnight Mass at St. Stanislaus Oratory (ICKSP) – Cream City Catholic
Veni, Creator Spiritus! – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Movement
62 Years Ago, the Last Missale Romanum, Pre-Novus Ordo, Was Published – Calder Claydon on X
Te Deum Laudamus – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Movement

Bible Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The Most Powerful Scriptures Against Evil – Michael H. Brown at Spirit Daily Blog
The Bible’s Mystery Woman – Deacon Paul Maxey at Catholic Answers Magazine
“Pagan” Halloween & Christianity – David Armstrong at Biblical Evidence For Catholicism

Spiritual Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Prayer as Satisfaction for Sin – James Chastek, Ph.L., Ph.D., at Just Thomism
“Be Sober & Watch”: Recognizing the Voice of the Evil One – Unam Sanctam Catholicam
January is the Perfect Month to Reform Your Spiritual Life – Philip Kosloski at Aleteia

Answering Protestants:
Protestants Need to Wrestle With This Answer to ‘Once Saved, Always Saved’ – Catholic Answers

Mater Populi Fidelis:
Mariologist Welcomes Vatican Clarification on ‘Co-Redemptrix,’ Concerns Persist – Ed Pentin

Catholic (Classical) Liberal Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Peter Pan, Neverland’s Underbelly, & Rethinking Childhood “Classics” – The Christian Imagination

Secular and Other Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Teacher Salaries Fall Despite Dramatic Jumps in Per-Pupil Spending – P. Peterson at Ednext Blog
Let’s Hire Professors Purely on Merit – George Leef at National Review
Florida Shows How to Push Back Against Campus Speech Radicalism – RealClear Education

Books:
I Opened a Bookshop. It Was the Best, Worst Thing I’ve Ever Done – Ch. Fox at Financial Times

The Fruit of Vatican II’s Folly:
Reform Can’t Come Soon Enough – Anthony Chase Fountain, Esq., at The Taos Tattler

The Lavender Mafia:
Spanish: Marco Agostini, Three Popes’ Ceremonialist, Dismissed by Lavender Mafia – Info Vat

Wednesday Late-Afternoon Edition Top-10:
1. Cardinal Burke & Pope Leo Concelebrating in St. Peter’s – California Catholic Daily
2. My Last Day on This Job – Philip F. Lawler, Ph.D. at Catholic Culture
3. Must Catholics Tithe a Full 10%? – Fr. David J. Nix at Pilgrim Priest
4. When a Bishop Clearly Acts in Bad Faith – Kevin T. DiCamillo, M.S., M.A., at Crisis Magazine
5. On the Fifth Day of Christmas. . . (Gorgeous Photos!) – Jeffrey Bruno at Words & Pictures
6. Demonic Behavior to Rosary Prayers on Jesuit Col. Campus – TFP Student Action via Spirit Daily
7. Before & After: St. Cecilia’s Catholic Church in Ames, Iowa – S.R. Tribe at Liturgical Arts Journal
8. What an Altar Rail Does to Catholics: Priest’s Letter to Charlotte Bishop – Fr. Steve Mattson
9. Ancient Altars Facing the People? Nußbaum’s Misinterpretation – Peter A. Kwasniewski, Ph.D.
10. How Can Pope Leo XIV “Unattentuate” the Mass of Bugnini/Paul VI. . . – Fr. Allan J. McDonald

Wednesday Late-Afternoon Edition Honorable Mention:
All I Want for Christmas is This Incompetent Clown to Be Sacked. . . – Mark Lambert on X
Baffled by a Bishop – Fr. Steve Mattson at Catholic World Report
It’s Time to Stop Being “Inappropriate”! . . .Re: Co-Redemptrix Title – Fr. Z’s Blog

Recent Posts:
VVEDNESDAY LATE-AFTERNOON EDITION – BIG PVLPIT
TVESDAY LATE-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

Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Liberals Hate the Iranian People Because They Love America – Donald R. McClarey, J.D.
The Dark Comedy of the Islamo-Left Alliance – Tim Black at Spiked
Does It Matter Which Book an Official Is Sworn In On? – Robert Spencer at PJ Media
Wind Turbines Killing American Bald Eagles – President Donald J. Trump on Truth Social
Politicians, Our Intellectual Superiors – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Green Energy Co.in the Hot Seat After Bald Eagles Knocked Out of the Skies – Peter Pinedo
It’s Not Just Minnesota. The Vast Majority Of Daycare Is A Scam – The Federalist
“The Warmth of Collectivism” Comes to City Hall – Adam Louis Sebastian Lehodey at City Journal

Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Secularism, Security, & “Civilizational Erasure” – George Weigel at First Things

The Iranian Civil War:
The Iranian Mullahs’ Decades of Mismanagement Catch Up to Them – Jim Geraghty at NRO
Trump Supports the Iranian People – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Iran’s Fate is in Trump’s Hands – David Patrikarakos at UnHerd
Iran Wants Its Monarchy Back – Mani Basharzad at The Spectator

Et Cætera. . . Other Analysis, Punditry, and News:
How a Bullied Kid Became the Most Famous Jesus of the 2020s – Church Pop
Hard to Believe, 30 Years Since the End of Calvin and Hobbes Ended – Daffey Thoughts
The Catholic Church Outlasting Oppressive Governments Since 33 A.D. – The American Catholic

Note:
We are navigating a brief but challenging season financially, yet a sustainable path lies clearly ahead. Your generous support—especially if you’ve been considering a gift—will help carry us faithfully through to Christmas. Come the new year, we will be firmly in the clear. Once that day arrives, this ‘note’ will be replaced with a simple word of gratitude: “We have emerged stronger.” Thank you deeply for your prayers and partnership.
– Robert “Tito” Edwards, Editor-in-Chief

Indiscriminate Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
What the TFP Achieved in 2025 – Jon Paul Fabrizio at Tradition, Family, & Property
How to be Catholic: A Step-by-Step Guide – Catholic News Agency via National Catholic Register
Fr. Enoch: Beware the Trojan Horse in the Synodal Church – Tradition, Family, & Property
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 LATE-AFTERNOON EDITION

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
On the Fifth Day of Christmas. . . (Gorgeous Photos!) – Jeffrey Bruno at Words & Pictures
Must Catholics Tithe a Full 10%? – Fr. David J. Nix at Pilgrim Priest
Ancient Altars Facing the People? Nußbaum’s Misinterpretation – Peter A. Kwasniewski, Ph.D.

Christmastide:
The Seventh Day of Christmas: Sylvester (& Benedict) – The World Is Quiet Here
ChristmasCAzT 2025 – 30 – 6th Day in the Octave – Astonishment – Fr. Z’s Blog

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
Cardinal Burke & Pope Leo Concelebrating in St. Peter’s – California Catholic Daily
Behind the Cameras: Inside Pope Leo XIV’s First International Trip – Romer Reports
Beautiful Te Deum Vespers for Vigil of Mary, Mother of God & New Year’s Eve – Fr. A.J. McDonald
Dec 2025: Pope Pays Tribute to The Immaculate Conception & to Our Lady of Guadalupe – Rm Rp

Third Anniversary of Pope Benedict XVI’s Death:
Cardinal Mueller Celebrates Mass at St. Peter’s for 3rd Anniversary of B16’s Death – Fr. McDonald
31 December 2022 – Pope Benedict XVI – RIP – Fr. Z’s Blog
The 3rd Anniversary of Pope Benedict XVI’s Death – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Movement

Note I:
We extend our deepest gratitude for your prayers and generous contributions toward the funeral expenses of my beloved mother. Two days before her passing, a grave family emergency arose on my wife’s side, and with the subsequent loss of my mother, we found ourselves stretched far beyond our financial means. My wife and I are profoundly thankful for your compassionate charity during this Christmastide.
– Robert “Tito” Edwards, Editor-in-Chief

Note II:
In this time of grief, my family and I find ourselves facing certain financial challenges. We are presently seeking assistance to cover some of the costs of her funeral. This remains our most immediate need.
– Robert “Tito” Edwards, Editor-in-Chief

The Liturgical Laments of Detroit, Charlotte, and Tennessee:
What an Altar Rail Does to Catholics: Priest’s Letter to Charlotte Bishop – Fr. Steve Mattson/CCD
. . .Fr. Allan J. McDonald on Fr. Steve Mattson’s Article. . .That’s Me! – Fr. Allan J. McDonald at SO

General Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Before & After: St. Cecilia’s Catholic Church in Ames, Iowa – S.R. Tribe at Liturgical Arts Journal
How Can Pope Leo XIV “Unattentuate” the Mass of Bugnini/Paul VI. . . – Fr. Allan J. McDonald
The Sunday Readings & Catholic Doctrine for January 2026 – Marty Dybicz at Catholic Stand
My Last Day on This Job – Philip F. Lawler, Ph.D. at Catholic Culture
When a Bishop Clearly Acts in Bad Faith – Kevin T. DiCamillo, M.S., M.A., at Crisis Magazine
What Does It Mean to Be Liturgically Traditional? – Fr. Michael Rennier at Pondus Meum Amor. . .
Goodbye To 2025, At Last – Rod Dreher
The Alienated Man’s Guide to Modern Music – John R. Ahern, Ph.D., at The Lamp Magazine
Demonic Behavior to Rosary Prayers on Jesuit Col. Campus – TFP Student Action via Spirit Daily
Church Containing Relic of the Crown of Thorns Desecrated & Eucharist Stolen – Zenit
There was a Communion Rail & Everyone Survived – Amy Welborn at Charlotte Was Both
Video: Shocking Evils Done To Jesus At Christmas By Christians – Anthony Stine, Ph.D.
Myth of “Vibes” Conversions: Why Gen Z Actually Starving for Hard Pills of Dogma – L.J. Ayers
The Parenting Study That Should Have Stopped Gay Marriage – Josh Wood at Them Before Us
Video: Rise of Religious Nones: New Data Reveals the Weird Truth – Anthony Stine, Ph.D.
The Great ‘Unchurching’ Of America – Russell Contreras at Axios
Why God Came Back: Faith Supports Education, Family, & Growth – Joel Kotkin at UnHerd

News Ticker:
Plenary Indulgences Available on 31 Dec (Te Deum) & 1 Jan (Veni Creator Spiritus) – Fr. Z’s Blog
The Most-Read Scripture of 2025 on the Bible App – The Christian Broadcasting Network

Liturgical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The Peculiarities of Constantine’s Basilica of St. Peter – Peter A. Kwasniewski, Ph.D., at NLM
Rome’s Borghese Chapel: Salus Populi Romani Icon – John Paul Sonnen at Liturgical Arts Journal
Reading the ‘O Antiphons Forward – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Movement

Vocations Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The Benedictine Abbey of Monte Oliveto Maggiore – John Paul Sonnen at Liturgical Arts Journal

Secular and Other Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Harvard Says Yes to Discrimination, No to Western Civ – Daniel McCarthy at RealClear Education

Books:
Our Favorite Books: What We Were Reading in 2025 – Jessica Hornik at National Review
New Book is a Celebration & a Guide to the Wisdom of Joseph Ratzinger – Mt. Becklo at CWR
A Syllabus of Conservative Thought – Michael Brendan Dougherty at National Review

Tuesday Late-Afternoon Edition Top-10:
1. Baffled by a Bishop – Fr. Steve Mattson at Catholic World Report
2. It’s Time to Stop Being “Inappropriate”! . . .Re: Co-Redemptrix Title – Fr. Z’s Blog
3. All I Want for Christmas is This Incompetent Clown to Be Sacked. . . – Mark Lambert on X
4. KS Lady Claims to be a ‘Priest’; Will Bishops be Brave to Publicly Excommunicate Her – Cm Cl
5. United We Stand? Kneel? Chant? – Amy Welborn at Charlotte Was Both
6. The Leo Effect: Pilgrim Numbers Rise in the Vatican After Francis Fiasco – Silere Non Possum
7. Garabandal: Can We Believe It? – Theresa A. Nixon at Petite Fleur
8. The Kansas Woman ‘Priest’: It’s Not the Same – Philip F. Lawler, Ph.D., at Catholic Culture
9. 17th Century Painting of The Dream of St. Joseph by Francisco Rizi – Rosary Quotes on X
10. The Fishwrap Calling the Kettle Black – Fr. Allan J. McDonald at Southern Orders

Recent Posts:
TVESDAY LATE-AFTERNOON EDITION – BIG PVLPIT
MONDAY EARLY-MORNING EDITION – BIG PVLPIT
SVNDAY LATE-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
Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Live – BIG PVLPIT
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:
Britain’s Free Speech Paradox: The Law Has Become Incoherent – Jonathan P.C. Sumption, O.B.E.
The Strange Death of Make America Great Again – Matthew Walther at New York Times
50 Years After the Edmund Fitzgerald, It’s Time to Fix American Shipbuilding – Tho. Nelson, et al.
The Troubling Case of Lucy Connolly: Jailed for a Tweet, Childminder Remains Jailed – Ed West

Dār al-Islām vs. Christendom:
Anniversary of The Great Holocaust, Muslims Burn 3K Armenians Inside Cathedr. – S. Maghakyan

Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Remember Him – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Can Canada Keep Its Independence? – George A. Dunn, Ph.D., at UnHerd
May God Be Marching With The Iranian Protesters – D.R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Are We Witnessing the End of Iran’s Islamic Republic? – Cat. Perez-Shakdam at The Spectator
Nailed It! – Rothmus via Spirit Daily Blog

Et Cætera. . . Other Analysis, Punditry, and News:
What the TFP Achieved in 2025 – Jon Paul Fabrizio at Tradition, Family, & Property
Fr. Enoch: Beware the Trojan Horse in the Synodal Church – Tradition, Family, & Property

Indiscriminate Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
Can’t The West See that Green China is a Façade for Red China? – Gary Isbell at Trad, Fam, & Prop
How to be Catholic: A Step-by-Step Guide – Catholic News Agency via National Catholic Register
Why Do They so Mistreat Our Lord with this Anti-ICE Nativity Scene? – Tradition, Family, & Prop
Need Professional Fundraising Advice? – Brice Sokolowski at CatholicFundraiser.net
Brussels & the Faceless Nativity Scene: A Heinous & Symbolic Attack on the Incarnation – TFP
Helping You Build a Better Wardrobe – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist
Fr. Enoch: Beware the Trojan Horse in the Synodal Church – Tradition, Family, & Property
Follow on X, BIG PVLPIT’s Editor-in-Chief – Robert “Tito” Edwards

Note III:
We are navigating a brief but challenging season financially, yet a sustainable path lies clearly ahead. Your generous support—especially if you’ve been considering a gift—will help carry us faithfully through to Christmas. Come the new year, we will be firmly in the clear. Once that day arrives, this ‘note’ will be replaced with a simple word of gratitude: “We have emerged stronger.” Thank you deeply for your prayers and partnership.
– Robert “Tito” Edwards, Editor-in-Chief

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

TVESDAY LATE-AFTERNOON EDITION

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
A Beautiful Eucharistic Procession in Naju, South Korea – Rosary Quotes on X
Eucharistic Adoration ‘Check-In’ & Scheduling Software a Boon for Parishes – The Reg
It’s Time to Stop Being “Inappropriate”! . . .Re: Co-Redemptrix Title – Fr. Z’s Blog

Christmastide:
Day Six of the Christmas Octave – Elizabeth Sudlow at The Imaginative Conservative
Sixth Day of Christmas: Not No Saints: The Martyrology & St. James – The World Is Quiet Here
17th Century Painting of The Dream of St. Joseph by Francisco Rizi – Rosary Quotes on X
Christmas is Not Over for Catholics – Cassie on X

Note I:
We extend our deepest gratitude for your prayers and generous contributions toward the funeral expenses of my beloved mother. Two days before her passing, a grave family emergency arose on my wife’s side, and with the subsequent loss of my mother, we found ourselves stretched far beyond our financial means. My wife and I are profoundly thankful for your compassionate charity during this Christmastide.
– Robert “Tito” Edwards, Editor-in-Chief

Note II:
In this time of grief, my family and I find ourselves facing certain financial challenges. We are presently seeking assistance to cover some of the costs of her funeral. This remains our most immediate need.
– Robert “Tito” Edwards, Editor-in-Chief

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
The Leo Effect: Pilgrim Numbers Rise in the Vatican After Francis Fiasco – Silere Non Possum

The Liturgical Laments of Detroit, Charlotte, and Tennessee:
Baffled by a Bishop – Fr. Steve Mattson at Catholic World Report
Railing, Redux – Amy Welborn at Charlotte Was Both

O Bishops’ Conclave, What A Jest Thou Art!:
KS Lady Claims to be a ‘Priest’; Will Bishops Have Courage to Publicly Excommunicate Her – CC
Video: Bishop Strickland: US Bishops Should Respond to James Martin’s Scandal – Mich. Haynes
U.S. Bishops Need a Public, Hard Chat about Implementing Traditionis Custodes – Amy Welborn

General Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Why Artists Choose Catholicism: New Book on Converts Explains Rome’s Cool-Factor – V. Stivers
When Padre Pio Celebrated Christmas the Baby Jesus Would Appear – Philip Kosloski at Aleteia
Jewish Catholic – Dr. Eduardo Belaga at Catholic Stand Magazine
Improving How Society Dresses—Dress Well, Don’t Moralize – James Baresel at Crisis Magazine
Jason Evert & Wife Crystalina Ask for Prayers After Son John Paul’s Cancer Diagnosis – The Reg
Dear Leo & Cardinals: The West Needs the Pre-Vatican II Mass! – Fr. Allan J. McDonald at SO
The Vatican’s Muslim Prayer Room Tests Doctrine & Diplomacy – Catholic Stand Magazine
Video: The Uncomfortable Truth About Gen Z & Christianity – Anthony Stine, Ph.D.
The Virginity & Celibacy of the Holy Family – Fr. Jerry Pokorsky at Catholic Culture
Bishop Athanasius Schneider: ‘The Church Cannot Continue Into Further Confusion’ – M. Haynes
What the TFP Achieved in 2025 – Jon Paul Fabrizio at Tradition, Family, & Property
United We Stand? Kneel? Chant? – Amy Welborn at Charlotte Was Both
Christmas: Season of Magical Thinking; There’s a Reason We Long for Enchantment – G. Fraser
Video: Good Bishop Annihilates The Argument For Ordaining Women – Anthony Stine, Ph.D.
The Origin of Christmas Traditions – Josh Ferme at Courage Media
Why It’s Time to End “Gay Marriage”: And Here’s How We’re Going to Do It – Katy Faust
Garabandal: Can We Believe It? – Theresa A. Nixon at Petite Fleur
The Kansas Woman ‘Priest’: It’s Not the Same – Philip F. Lawler, Ph.D., at Catholic Culture
The Fishwrap Calling the Kettle Black – Fr. Allan J. McDonald at Southern Orders

News Brief:
Vocations Crisis Leads the Great French Seminary of St. Sulpice Into Merger – Catholic Conclave
St. Patrick’s Cathedral, New York – Wildscape Wonders on X
Rouen Cathedral, Notre-Dame, France – OThingsToDo on X
All I Want for Christmas is This Incompetent Clown to Be Sacked. . . – Mark Lambert on X

Liturgical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The Mass of St. David, King & Prophet – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Movement
Archbishop Cordileone: Beauty of Latin Mass Draws Young People – Michael Haynes at Per. . .
Sarum Chants for Christmas – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Movement
Why Does the TLM Need Approval but the Modern Mass Doesn’t? – Fr. Allan J. McDonald
The Byzantine Era Monastery of Kaisariani in Attica – Shawn R. Tribe at Liturgical Arts Journal
A Solemn Ambrosian Mass in the Basilica of St. Ambrose in Milan – Gregory DiPippo at NLM

Vocations Analysis, Punditry, and News:
What Are Young Boys & Teenage Boys Attracted to Serving the TLM? – Fr. Allan J. McDonald
His Sister Inspired Him to Become a Priest – Patricia Navas Gonzalez at Aleteia
New Jersey’s ‘Adopt-A-Sister’ Foundress Leaves Lasting Legacy – National Catholic Register

Vatican II at 60:
Card. Burke: Loss of Devotional Life One of Greatest Tragedies of Post-Vatican II Era – M. Haynes

The Synodal Drinking Game:
Francis, Leo XIV, & Synodality: Same Word but Different Meaning? – Michael Haynes at PM

Mater Populi Fidelis:
What Did the Popes Say About Mary as Co-Redemptrix? – Michael Haynes at Per Mariam

Secular and Other Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Five Hard Truths Democrats Must Face on Education – Evan Bonsall at Washington Monthly

Books:
Decisions, Decisions. . . – Denise Trull at The Inscapist
Converts – Amy Welborn at Charlotte Was Both
What It Means to Be Protestant is Mostly About Not Being Catholic – Casey Chalk at Cath Wor Rep
Our Year in Books—2025 – Various at First Things
If You Want to Grow in Prayer, Read This Book. . . – Bishop Donald Hying on X

The Fruit of Vatican II’s Folly:
Fr. Enoch: Beware the Trojan Horse in the Synodal Church – Tradition, Family, & Property

Monday Early-Morning Edition Top-10:
1. Our Bishops Should Not Serve as a Conga Line for the Dem Natl Cmte – Fr. J.A. Perricone, Ph.D.
2. Exorcist Diary: Secular People are Miserable in General – Msgr. S.J. Rossetti, D.Min., D.D., Ph.D.
3. A Christmas Miracle at a Catholic Hospital – Catholic Stand Magazine
4. The Guild of St. Stephen for Altar Servers (Sancti Stephani Archisodalitas) – Liturgical Arts Jour
5. The Inevitable Descent into Schism, & Madness – Steven O’Reilly at Roma Locuta Est
6. Predictions for 2026 – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
7. The Demise of Religion Among Democrats – John Halpin at The Liberal Patriot
8. Leo XIV: Endings & Beginnings – Andrea Gagliarducci at Monday Vatican
9. Do We Let the Barbarians In? – John Horvat, II, at Tradition, Family, & Property
10. Why Is Christmas Considered a Nighttime Event? – Msgr. Charles Pope at Community In. . .

Recent Posts:
MONDAY EARLY-MORNING EDITION – BIG PVLPIT
SVNDAY LATE-AFTERNOON EDITION – BIG PVLPIT
SATVRDAY 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
Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Live – BIG PVLPIT
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:
Hurrah for Puerto Rico! – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
California Rules Made Firefighters Save Plants Instead of Stopping LA Wildfires – City Journal
White House Rebuffs Those Who Oppose Christian Take on Christmas – Lindsay Kornick
Poll: Americans Want Pro-Family Policies Including Abortion Limits – J. Boyd at The Federalist
Britain’s Patriotic Vibe Shift – Brendan O’Neill at Spiked
The Ulsterisation of English Politics: Westminster is Losing Legitimacy – Aris Roussinos

The Coming Fratricide in Europe:
France is Becoming Used to Gratuitous Violence – James Tidmarsh at The Spectator
The Danish Immigration Lesson – Peter Van Buren at The American Conservative
The Creeping Threat of Islamic Blasphemy Laws – Hugo Timms at Spiked

Dār al-Islām vs. Christendom:
We Need to Talk About Islam – Jonathan Sacerdoti at The Spectator
Who are the Colonizers? – Chaya’s Clan on X
Videos Pouring In from Christian Nigerians Thanking Trump – Chillinois on X
2015: Akash Bashir, a 20-year-old Pakistani Catholic, Gave His Life to Stop a Muslim – Sachin Jose

Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Been Waiting a Very Long Time for This – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Catholics Urged to Attend First Friday Masses for Country’s Renewal – Catholic Vote
Video: From Old English to Modern American English in One Monologue – Simon Roper
Did Ancient Greeks Reach America Long Before Columbus? – Ph. Chrysopoulos at Greek Reporter
The Rest is History is What Our Fractured Nation Needs Right Now – Miriam Cates at Spiked

Et Cætera. . . Other Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Brigitte Bardot Mourned a Church That ‘Lost Its Mystery’ & Closed Its Doors – Edward Pentin
Why Do They so Mistreat Our Lord with this Anti-ICE Nativity Scene? – Tradition, Family, & Prop
72 Fascinating Finds Revealed in 2025, From a Luxury Spa in Pompeii to. . . – Smithsonian
Brussels & the Faceless Nativity Scene: A Heinous & Symbolic Attack on the Incarnation – TFP
Islam & Communism – Ismail Youseff at Catholic Answers Magazine
Fr. Enoch: Beware the Trojan Horse in the Synodal Church – Tradition, Family, & Property
Thought for the Day – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

Indiscriminate Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
Can’t The West See that Green China is a Façade for Red China? – Gary Isbell at Trad, Fam, & Prop
How to be Catholic: A Step-by-Step Guide – Catholic News Agency 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

Note III:
We are navigating a brief but challenging season financially, yet a sustainable path lies clearly ahead. Your generous support—especially if you’ve been considering a gift—will help carry us faithfully through to Christmas. Come the new year, we will be firmly in the clear. Once that day arrives, this ‘note’ will be replaced with a simple word of gratitude: “We have emerged stronger.” Thank you deeply for your prayers and partnership.
– Robert “Tito” Edwards, Editor-in-Chief

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 Guild of St. Stephen for Altar Servers (Sancti Stephani Archisodalitas) – Liturgical Arts Journ
The Disappearing Middle Eastern Christians – Srdja Trifkovic at Chronicles
Our Bishops Should Not Serve as a Conga Line for the Dem Natl Cmte – Fr. J.A. Perricone, Ph.D.

Christmastide:
Joseph’s Fiat: The Courage of Quiet Obedience – Rob Sexton at Catholic Exchange
28 Dec – Holy Innocents – Childermas: “They were the Church’s First Blossoms” – Fr. Z’s Blog
Dads & Husbands Should Emulate St. Joseph – Dan Fitzpatrick at Catholic Stand Magazine
Giotto as a Guide to Christmas Light & Darkness – Peter A. Kwasniewski, Ph.D., at Tradition &. . .
The Holy Innocents – Denise Trull at The Inscapist
Why Is Christmas Considered a Nighttime Event? – Msgr. Charles Pope at Community In Mission
Christmas Biblical Reflections – Ray Sullivan at Catholic Stand Magazine
Important Ask Father: Blessing Wine on 27 Dec, St. John’s Day, or “Another Beverage”? – Fr. Zed
Where God Was Born: Inside the Holy Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem – Church Pop
A Christmas Miracle at a Catholic Hospital – Catholic Stand Magazine
Video: A Question About Christmas | GK Chesterton – Anthony Stine, Ph.D.

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
Leo XIV: Endings & Beginnings – Andrea Gagliarducci at Monday Vatican

Note I:
We extend our deepest gratitude for your prayers and generous contributions toward the funeral expenses of my beloved mother. Two days before her passing, a grave family emergency arose on my wife’s side, and with the subsequent loss of my mother, we found ourselves stretched far beyond our financial means. My wife and I are profoundly thankful for your compassionate charity during this Christmastide.
– Robert “Tito” Edwards, Editor-in-Chief

Note II:
In this time of grief, my family and I find ourselves facing certain financial challenges. We are presently seeking assistance to cover some of the costs of her funeral. This remains our most immediate need.
– Robert “Tito” Edwards, Editor-in-Chief

General Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Little Christmas Joy for Abuse Victims: Leo Inspires No Hope for Justice – Gene Thomas Gomulka
Exorcist Diary: Secular People are Miserable in General – Msgr. S.J. Rossetti, D.Min., D.D., Ph.D.
Do We Let the Barbarians In? – John Horvat, II, at Tradition, Family, & Property
The Grooming Gang Scandal Isn’t Over, Labour is Looking the Other Way – Julie Bindel at UnHerd
What the Left Doesn’t Get Right About Christmas – S.A. McCarthy at The American Spectator
The Inevitable Descent into Schism, & Madness – Steven O’Reilly at Roma Locuta Est
The Demise of Religion Among Democrats – John Halpin at The Liberal Patriot
How Terrorism Changed Christmas – Clarissa Hard at The Spectator
Who Is the Radical? The Muslim or the Christian? – Andrew C. McCarthy at National Review
Nomadic Modernity – Eddie Larow at First Things
The Trans Blob is Still Waging War on Women – Jo Bartosch at Spiked
Exposing the Rigged Research of the Same-Sex Parenting Movement – Katy Faust at Them. . .
Video: Divorce Destroys Society & Civilization | Leo XIII – Anthony Stine, Ph.D.
Encountering Jesus on Broadway – John Ketcham at City Journal
Are Church Musicians Paid Too Little? – Jeffrey Ostrowski at Corpus Christi Watershed
The Father of Modern Genetics Was a Catholic Monk – Trad West on X
Why Nietzsche’s Ears Were Deaf to the Word of the Cross – Matt D’Antuono at The Reg

News Ticker:
Belmont Abbey Col. Names Scholar, Executive, & Retired 3-Star General, Pres. – Ignitum Today
Holy Doors Close as Jubilee Year Comes to an End – Catholic Arena
Priestly Vocations in England & Wales: Data Pointing to Either Stabilization or Decline – Zenit
Spanish: The Armenian Government Tries to Subdue the Apostolic Church – Info Vaticana

News Brief:
Predictions for 2026 – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

Liturgical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The Matins Antiphons of St. John the Evangelist – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Movement
Solemn Mass for the Holy Family From Basilica of the Annunciation in Nazareth – Fr. McDonald
Pictures of Pontifical Vespers at the Pantheon in Rome – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Mov

Bible Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Extra Photos of the NCB Deluxe Gift Bible from World Catholic Press – Catholic Bible Talk

Spiritual Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Never Leave the House Without Making the Sign of the Cross – The American Catholic

Vatican II at 60:
Oh the Negative Memories of the Natl Shrine of St. Alphonsus Liguori, Baltimore – Fr. McDonald

Mater Populi Fidelis:
Vatican Expert: Co-Redemptrix Title of Mary Not Absolutely Prohibited – Catholic World Report

Secular and Other Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
How Postmodernism Killed Great Literature – Liza Libes at Martin Center

Books:
“The Best Books I Read in 2025” – CWR Contributors at Catholic World Report

O Bishops’ Conclave, What A Jest Thou Art!:
Fr. Enoch: Beware the Trojan Horse in the Synodal Church – Tradition, Family, & Property

Sunday Late-Afternoon Edition Top-10:
1. These Are A Few Of My Favourite Sites 2025 – A Treasure To Be Shared
2. What Happened at the First Christmas? Did Mary Suffer Pangs of Childbirth? – Fr. H. Coleridge
3. How the Head of the Holy Family Healed Me – Dan Burke at Catholic Spiritual Direction
4. Beatitudes & the Interior Life by St. Th. Aquinas & Fr. Garrigou-LaGrange – A. McGovern, Th.D.
5. The Victory of the Holy Innocents – Fr. Michael Rennier at Pondus Meum Amor Meus
6. A Homily for the Feast of the Holy Family – Msgr. Charles Pope at Community In Mission
7. St. Thérèse’s Christmas Miracle: Defining Moment That Helped Her Become a Saint – Ch Pop
8. Bethlehem, Then & Now – Steve Ray at Defenders Of the Catholic Faith
9. When St. John the Apostle Chased Down a Bandit to Save His Soul – Church Pop
10. The Weekly Leo – 25 December 2025 – Jeff Miller & Jimmy Akin

Recent Posts:
SVNDAY LATE-AFTERNOON EDITION – BIG PVLPIT
SATVRDAY 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
Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Live – BIG PVLPIT
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:
Just Pretend It’s an Unborn Child, You’ll be Fine – Fr. Joseph Krupp via The American Catholic
Why Rescue an Enemy? El-Fattah’s Release Shows Starmer’s Moral Emptiness – Sohrab Ahmari
Why Do They so Mistreat Our Lord with this Anti-ICE Nativity Scene? – Tradition, Family, & Prop
Liberals Should Read the HHS Review of Pediatric ‘Gender Affirming’ Care – Newsweek
Brussels & the Faceless Nativity Scene: A Heinous & Symbolic Attack on the Incarnation – TFP
Socialized Medicine Can’t Survive the Winter – Editorial Board at Washington Post

Dār al-Islām vs. Christendom:
How the First Palestinian Leader Became a Nazi War Criminal – Y. Schwartz at The Spectator
Nigerians for Trump: Catholics Support U.S. Action – California Catholic Daily

Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Multiculturalism & Free Speech – Andrew Stuttaford at National Review
Are We Failing to Learn the Lesson From Ancient Rome’s Riches-to-Rags Tale? – The Spectator
Can’t The West See that Green China is a Façade for Red China? – Gary Isbell at Trad, Fam, & Prop
The E.U. Could Be Gone in Four Years: A Revolutionary Eruption is Coming – Brussels Signal

Et Cætera. . . Other Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Why is a Can of Sardines Among the Treasures of the Vatican? – Paolo Teixeira at Aleteia
Firefox Browser: I’ve Never Seen a Company So Out of Touch With Its Users – Futurism
Bats Are Paying the Ultimate Price for Our Wind Turbine Obsession – The Spectator

Note III:
We are navigating a brief but challenging season financially, yet a sustainable path lies clearly ahead. Your generous support—especially if you’ve been considering a gift—will help carry us faithfully through to Christmas. Come the new year, we will be firmly in the clear. Once that day arrives, this ‘note’ will be replaced with a simple word of gratitude: “We have emerged stronger.” Thank you deeply for your prayers and partnership.
– Robert “Tito” Edwards, Editor-in-Chief

Indiscriminate Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
How Loneliness Became the Silent Epidemic of Our Age – Tradition, Family, & Property
How to be Catholic: A Step-by-Step Guide – Catholic News Agency 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

SVNDAY LATE-AFTERNOON EDITION

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
A Homily for the Feast of the Holy Family – Msgr. Charles Pope at Community In Mission

Christmastide:
What Happened at the First Christmas? Did Mary Suffer Pangs of Childbirth? – Fr. H. Coleridge
St. Thérèse’s Christmas Miracle: Defining Moment That Helped Her Become a Saint – Church Pop
How the Head of the Holy Family Healed Me – Dan Burke at Catholic Spiritual Direction

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
The Weekly Leo – 25 December 2025 – Jeff Miller & Jimmy Akin

Note I:
We extend our deepest gratitude for your prayers and generous contributions toward the funeral expenses of my beloved mother. Two days before her passing, a grave family emergency arose on my wife’s side, and with the subsequent loss of my mother, we found ourselves stretched far beyond our financial means. My wife and I are profoundly thankful for your compassionate charity during this Christmastide.
– Robert “Tito” Edwards, Editor-in-Chief

Note II:
In this time of grief, my family and I find ourselves facing certain financial challenges. We are presently seeking assistance to cover some of the costs of her funeral. This remains our most immediate need.
– Robert “Tito” Edwards, Editor-in-Chief

General Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The Victory of the Holy Innocents – Fr. Michael Rennier at Pondus Meum Amor Meus
These Are A Few Of My Favourite Sites 2025 – A Treasure To Be Shared
Beatitudes & the Interior Life by St. Tho. Aquinas & Fr. Garrigou-LaGrange – A. McGovern, Th.D.
Carmelite Monastery Coming to New South Wales, Australia – Christine Rousselle at Aleteia
Liturgical Notes on the Feast of the Holy Innocents – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Movem
A Precious Neopolitan Monstrance Gifted to the Holy Land in Mid-18th Century – Lit Arts Jour
The Humility of Christmas – Msgr. Charles Pope at Community In Mission
Why Christmas Was the Beginning of a New Life of Mary & Joseph – Fr. Henry J. Coleridge, S.J.
The Beautiful Christmas Letter Pope Benedict XVI Wrote to Baby Jesus as a Child – Church Pop
Bethlehem, Then & Now – Steve Ray at Defenders Of the Catholic Faith
A Meditation on the Bloody Octave of Christmas – Msgr. Charles Pope at Community In Mission
Why Herod Cannot See What’s Happening in His Kingdom – Kathleen N. Hattrup at Aleteia
Little-Known Custom for Blessing Your Children on Feast of The Holy Innocents – Church Pop
The Christmas Preface: Praefatio de Nativitate Domini – Liturgical Arts Journal
A Brief Commentary On The Cloud Of Unknowing | A Word Of Prayer – A Treasure To Be Shared
The Headship of St. Joseph – Kaleb Hammond at Missio Dei
When St. John the Apostle Chased Down a Bandit to Save His Soul – Church Pop
Ss. Peter & Paul by Eric Armusik – Shawn R. Tribe at Liturgical Arts Journal

Liturgical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Gloria in Excelsis Deo! – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Movement

Saturday Afternoon Edition Top-10:
1. Catholics Pray for Speaker’s 5-Yr Old Son Now On Life Support, Calling Fulton Sheen – The Reg
2. Beautiful Papal Midnight Mass! Leo’s Reversal of Francis & a Bombshell – Fr. Allan J. McDonald
3. Persecuted Convert Warns Vatican: Silence on Islam Driving Europe to Suicide – D. Montagna
4. ‘Everybody’s Had It’: Backlash to Charlotte Bishop’s Ban of Altar Rails, Kneelers – Cath Wor Rep
5. The Deceptiveness of Medjugorje – Theresa A. Nixon at Petite Fleur
6. Woke US Bishops (USCCB) Celebrate Fake Holiday Invented by Criminal Marxist – Comp Clergy
7. The Adoration of the Shepherds: Hidden Gem by Hugo van der Goes – Art For The Liturgic Year
8. End, Don’t Mend, Traditionis Custodes – Kevin Tierney at New Liturgical Movement
9. Stand or Kneel for Communion? Charlotte Bishop Kicks a Hornets’ Nest – A. Jos. R. Shaw, Ph.D.
10. Recovery of Papal Protocols & Traditions Just Keep Coming! – Fr. Allan J. McDonald

Recent Posts:
SATVRDAY AFTERNOON EDITION – BIG PVLPIT
MONDAY LATE-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
Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Live – BIG PVLPIT
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

Et Cætera. . . Other Analysis, Punditry, and News:
A Little Gift for the 4th Day of Christmas – Anthony M. Esolen, Ph.D., at Word & Song

Indiscriminate Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
How to be Catholic: A Step-by-Step Guide – Catholic News Agency 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

Note III:
We are navigating a brief but challenging season financially, yet a sustainable path lies clearly ahead. Your generous support—especially if you’ve been considering a gift—will help carry us faithfully through to Christmas. Come the new year, we will be firmly in the clear. Once that day arrives, this ‘note’ will be replaced with a simple word of gratitude: “We have emerged stronger.” Thank you deeply for your prayers and partnership.
– Robert “Tito” Edwards, Editor-in-Chief

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

SATVRDAY AFTERNOON EDITION

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Catholics Pray for Speaker’s 5-Year Old Son Now On Life Support, Calling Fulton Sheen – The Reg
Persecuted Convert Warns Vatican: Silence on Islam Driving Europe to Suicide – D. Montagna
End, Don’t Mend, Traditionis Custodes – Kevin Tierney at New Liturgical Movement

Christmastide:
Most Significant Historical Event Ever: The Nativity of Our Lord Jesus Christ – R.L. Kmita, Ph.D.
The Adoration of the Shepherds: Hidden Gem by Hugo van der Goes – Art For The Liturgical Year
St. Francis’ Christmas Message – David Torkington at Catholic Stand Magazine
Let the Light Linger: Celebrating the 12 Days of Christmas – A.T. Wallace at The Liturgical Home
The Catholic Meaning of ‘The 12 Days of Christmas’: The Secret Code Explained – Church Pop
Archbishop Fulton Sheen’s Message for Christmas – Derek Rotty at Catholic Exchange
Merry, Mary, Christmas – Guy McClung, Ph.D., J.D., at Catholic Stand Magazine
The Catholic Musical Origins of ‘Silent Night’ – Church Pop
The Significance of Shepherds Throughout the History of God – Scott Hahn, Ph.D., at Angelus
The Eight days of Christmas? A Look at the Christmas Octave – Kevin J. Jones via CWR
Give God the Gift of Your Heart This Christmas – Diana Ragsdale at Catholic stand Magazine
Why Do Catholics Celebrate Christmas Mass at Midnight? – Church Pop
Where does the ‘Feast of the 7 Fishes’ Christmas Eve Tradition come from? – Cath World Report
A Sublime Christmas Meditation of Hope – Tradition, Family, & Property
Carving Christmas: The Story Behind the South Carolina Life-Size Nativity – The Reg

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
The Closing of the Holy Door at the Basilica of St. John Lateran. . . – Fr. Allan J. McDonald
This is How Pope Leo XIV Celebrated His First Christmas Mass at the Vatican – Rome Reports
Beautiful Papal Midnight Mass! Leo’s Reversal of Francis & a Bombshell – Fr. Allan J. McDonald
Join Pope Leo XIV With His 2026 Prayer Intentions – Cerith Gardiner at Aleteia
Recovery of Papal Protocols & Traditions Just Keep Coming! – Fr. Allan J. McDonald
Pope Leo XIV Revives Tradition During First Christmas of His Pontificate – Catholic World Rep

Note I:
We extend our deepest gratitude for your prayers and generous contributions toward the funeral expenses of my beloved mother. Two days before her passing, a grave family emergency arose on my wife’s side, and with the subsequent loss of my mother, we found ourselves stretched far beyond our financial means. My wife and I are profoundly thankful for your compassionate charity during this Christmastide.
– Robert “Tito” Edwards, Editor-in-Chief

Note II:
In this time of grief, my family and I find ourselves facing certain financial challenges. We are presently seeking assistance to cover some of the costs of her funeral. This remains our most immediate need.
– Robert “Tito” Edwards, Editor-in-Chief

The Liturgical Laments of Detroit, Charlotte, and Tennessee:
Stand or Kneel for Communion? Charlotte Bishop Kicks a Hornets’ Nest – A. Joseph R. Shaw, Ph.D.
‘Everybody’s Had It’: Backlash to Charlotte Bishop’s Ban of Altar Rails, Kneelers – Cath World Rep

Vatican II at 60:
The Mass Psychosis of Vatican II – James R. Green at Grain of Wheat
Tolkien on Vatican II – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

The Fruit of Vatican II’s Folly:
Notre Dame Cathedral’s New Stained Glass Ignites a New Firestorm – National Catholic Register

O Bishops’ Conclave, What A Jest Thou Art!:
Woke US Bishops (USCCB) Celebrate Fake Holiday Invented by Criminal Marxist – Complic Clergy

General Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The Rest is British Soft Power, Our Most Popular Cultural Export: The Rest Is History – Ed West
The Deceptiveness of Medjugorje – Theresa A. Nixon at Petite Fleur
This is the Hallmark Movie I’ve Always Wanted – Matthew Archbold at Creative Minority Report
Fr. Enoch: Beware the Trojan Horse in the Synodal Church – Tradition, Family, & Property
Video: Leo Goes Full Francis by Denouncing Rigidity in Christmas Message – Anthony Stine, Ph.D.
Seven Great Catholic Planners for an Organized 2026 – Theresa Civantos Barber at Aleteia
Andrea Grillo & the End of His Usefulness – A. Joseph R. Shaw, Ph.D., at First Things
Can’t The West See that Green China is a Façade for Red China? – Gary Isbell at Trad, Fam, & Prop
Poems for the New Year: A Season of Faith, Wonder, & Renewal – Magis Center
Urbi et Orbi: Leo’s Wild Peace – Silere Non Possum
On Time Warps & Missing Feasts: The Puzzling Cycle of Christmas Feast – Msgr. Charles Pope
The Inevitable Descent into Schism, & Madness – Steven O’Reilly at Roma Locuta Est
Virgin Before Birth, During Birth, & After Birth – Robert Lazu Kmita, Ph.D., at Kmita’s Library
Leo Elevates Hicks to N.Y. Archbishop as His Chancellor “Marries” Boyfriend – Hiraeth In Exile
A Christmas Baptism of the Winter Solstice? – Steve Weidenkopf at Catholic Answers Magazine
Archbishop Gänswein Warns of a “Soulless Christmas” – Catholic Conclave
Should Catholics Use AI to Re-Create Deceased Loved Ones? Experts Weigh In – Cath World Rep
Video: Mad True Story on Malachi Martin You Wont Hear Anywhere Else – Anthony Stine, Ph.D.
Bishop Barron Talks With Amy Coney Barrett – Spirit Daily Blog
Europe’s Forgotten Christians: Why the Near East Greek Orthodox Must Be Defended – TEC

News Ticker:
Phoenix Surpasses New York, Chicago to Become Nation’s 2nd-Largest Diocese – Catholic Culture
Pope Leo Issues Apostolic Letter on Priestly Formation, Fraternity, & Synodality – The Reg
Full Text: Pope Leo XIV’s Christmas Eve Homily – Pope Leo XIV via National Catholic Register

News Brief:
Internet Hysteria Stopped – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Urban II & Leo XIV Should Have Interesting Conversations on Mixing State & Church – TACath
Spanish: Christmas Broadcast on German Public TV Shows Baby Jesus as Viscous Monster – IV

Liturgical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Celebrating the Feast of St. John – Ashley Tumlin Wallace at The Liturgical Home
First Principles of Liturgical Realism – Ross Arlen Tieken at El Antiguo
Celebrating the Feast of St. Stephen – Ashley Tumlin Wallace at The Liturgical Home
Liturgical Notes on the Vigil of Christmas – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Movement

Bible Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The Scriptures Jesus Knew: Stepping Into the World of the Dead Sea Scrolls – The Register

Persecution of Christians:
St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Edinburgh Was Attacked on Christmas Eve – Catholic Arena on X
Spanish: Investigation of Lourdes Church Fire Day After Christmas – Info Vaticana
Muslims Accused of Torching Christmas Tree at a Church in West Bank – AP via New York Post

Traditionis Custodes:
Cardinal Müller is Right about the Latin Mass – The Catholic Herald

Mater Populi Fidelis:
The Tucho Fernandez Note on Mary is a Grievous Offense Against Our Lady – Rorate Cæli

Catholic (Classical) Liberal Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
What Happened When My Yale Students Gave Up Their Phones for Four Weeks – Colleen Kinder

Secular and Other Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Troubled Logic in the School-Naming Wars – John Hirschauer at City Journal

Books:
Amazon Bestseller for Advent: The Mystical Visions of Caryll Houselander – Zelda Caldwell
Festive Fireside Reading for Christmas – Joseph Pearce at Crisis Magazine

The Lavender Mafia:
Why Do They so Mistreat Our Lord with this Anti-ICE Nativity Scene? – Tradition, Family, & Prop
Brussels & the Faceless Nativity Scene: A Heinous & Symbolic Attack on the Incarnation – TFP

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
Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Live – BIG PVLPIT
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

Culture of Death:
How Far Will Experimenting on the Unborn Go? – Wesley J. Smith, Ph.D., at National Review
New York Legalizes Doctors Prescribing Death – Abigail Nichols at The Federalist

Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Catholic Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan Wears Hijab in Solidarity With Somalis – NY Post
Reject the “Nation of Immigrants” Propaganda—It’s Your Civic Duty – The Federalist
Greenpeace’s Bold Move: Fighting Against American Legal Standards in Dutch Courts – TFP
The King’s Speech Hit the Wrong Note – Alexander Larman at The Spectator
9th Circuit Protects Prof’s Amendment Right to Make Fun of Land Acknowledgments – Federalist

Dār al-Islām vs. Christendom:
US Strikes are Freeing Christians from Bondage, Nigerians Say – Catholic Register
Nigerian Christians React to US Bombings of ISIS Targets – N. Chimtom at Catholic World Report
Trump Vows More Strikes on Nigerian Muslims Due to Christian Persecution – Cath World Rep
In Effort to Stem Violence Against Christians, U.S. Conducts Airstrikes on ISIS in Nigeria – CWR

Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Greenland Will Eventually be American – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Major Signs of Another Coming Dark Age – Victor Davis Hanson
Lest We Forget: The Battle of the Bulge – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Cartier & the Lost Crusader Sword – Thomas Smith at The Medievalist
Gentlemen at War – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

Et Cætera. . . Other Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Remembrance of Predictions Past – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
A Christmas Miracle in Las Vegas? – Erin Keller via Newsbreak
December 18, 1982: Bliss Begins – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
The Best Classic Movies & TV to Watch with Your Family this Post-Christmas – The Federalist

Indiscriminate Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
Why the Concept of Zero Matters, According to Neuroscience – Benjy Barnett at Aeon
How to be Catholic: A Step-by-Step Guide – Catholic News Agency 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

Note III:
We are navigating a brief but challenging season financially, yet a sustainable path lies clearly ahead. Your generous support—especially if you’ve been considering a gift—will help carry us faithfully through to Christmas. Come the new year, we will be firmly in the clear. Once that day arrives, this ‘note’ will be replaced with a simple word of gratitude: “We have emerged stronger.” Thank you deeply for your prayers and partnership.
– Robert “Tito” Edwards, Editor-in-Chief

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

MONDAY LATE-AFTERNOON EDITION

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Nigeria’s Christians Are Dying – The Catholic Herald
What Does it Mean to “Accept” Vatican II? – Kevin Tierney at Kevin’s Substack
The Altar Facing the People — A Novelty of Our Time – Peter A. Kwasniewski, Ph.D., at NLM

Note I:
It is with deep sorrow and yet profound gratitude to Almighty God that I announce the peaceful passing of my beloved mother, Hortencia Edwards—a soul of rare beauty, boundless charity, and serene grace.  Eternal rest grant unto her, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her. May she rest in peace. Amen. I kindly implore your fervent prayers for the repose of the soul of my dear mother.
– Robert “Tito” Edwards, Editor-in-Chief

Note II:
In this time of grief, my family and I find ourselves facing certain financial challenges. We are presently seeking assistance to cover some of the costs of her funeral. This remains our most immediate need.
– Robert “Tito” Edwards, Editor-in-Chief

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
Pope Leo XIV’s First Christmas Address to the Roman Curia – I’m Sensing a Theme – Fr. Z’s Blog
These Are Pope Leo XIV’s Prayer Intentions for 2026 – National Catholic Register
What Will Happen When the Pope Meets All the World’s Cardinals? – Rome Reports
Leo Charms Curia with Sugar Not Vinegar: Annual Papal Christmas Message – Fr. A.J. McDonald
A Review of Pope Leo XIV’s Favorite Movie – Mary Ennis Meo at Catholic Stand Magazine
Fidelity! Fidelity! Fidelity: Leo’s Apostolic Letter Concerning the Priesthood – Fr. A.J. McDonald

Advent:
Living the Advent Journey: Climbing the Mountain – Pamela Mandela at Catholic Stand Magazine
Why Advent Ends with Joseph: Fourth Sunday of Advent – Gayle Somers at Catholic Exchange
‘O Rex Gentium – The World is Quiet here

Bishop Martin the Mad of Charlotte:
A Message From Pope Leo XIV to Charlotte – Fr. Z’s Blog
Has the Time Come for an Apostolic Visitation to Charlotte? – Brian Williams at Liturgy Guy
Forced Unity is Not Unity, It’s Uniformity – Fr. Z’s Blog
How to Lose a Seminarian in 10 Days! – Iacobus Novus on X

General Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Spanish: New Tucson Bishop Removed Kneelers & Prohibited Reception on Ones Knees – IV
Video: Pope Leo XIV Made James Martin’s Biggest Fan A Bishop – Anthony Stine, Ph.D.
Gloria Purvis, Trump, & JFK – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
How Does Pope Leo XIV Intend to Govern the Church? – CatholicSat’s Substack
Why the Virgin Birth? – Fr. Samuel Keyes at Catholic Answers Magazine
New Orleans: Scrim City – Rod Dreher
How Loneliness Became the Silent Epidemic of Our Age – Tradition, Family, & Property
Are the Pope & Cardinals Being Blackmailed? – Gene Thomas Gomulka at John 18:37
Why “The Lost Generation” is a Lost Opportunity – Jeremy Carl at The Course of Empire
When Will Governments Cease Persecuting the Little Sisters of the Poor? – Philip F. Lawler, Ph.D.
Why Do They so Mistreat Our Lord with this Anti-ICE Nativity Scene? – Tradition, Family, & Prop
Why Men Dress Like Slobs – O.W. Root & Aaron M. Renn
Yes, a Woman’s Place Is in the Home—But so Is Her Husband’s – Fiona Melton at Crisis Magazine
Pope Leo XIV: Into the Final Stretch of Pope Francis’s Jubilee – Andrea Gagliarducci at MV
Brussels & the Faceless Nativity Scene: A Heinous & Symbolic Attack on the Incarnation – TFP
Christmas Commandos: A Modern-Day Community of St. Nicholases – Catholic World Report
New Archbishop Named for Powerful American Archdiocese – S.A. McCarthy at The Am Spect
Why I Am (Only Sorta) a Traditionalist – Eric Sammons at Crisis Magazine
Demons & Mental Torment – Msgr. Stephen J. Rossetti, D.Min., D.D., Ph.D.
Why is Christmas Not a Moveable Feast Like Easter? – Philip Kosloski at Aleteia

News Ticker:
Requiescat In Pace: Brother John Aidan Cook, O.S.B. – Peter A. Kwasniewski, Ph.D., at Tradition. . .
Spanish: Episcopal Appointments in England: Middlesbrough & Southwark – Info Vaticana
Jesus Spoke Hebrew, Aramaic, Greek, Latin. . . – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

News Brief:
Rorate Masses Grow in Popularity Thanks to Online Interest – Catholic Arena

Liturgical Analysis, Punditry, and Ne
What’s It Mean? What’s It Mean? Oh! What’s It Mean? Let’s Get Liturgical! – Fr. Allan J. McDonald

Bible Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Cryptic Qumran Code Broken? – Nathan Steinmeyer at Bible History Daily

Vocations Analysis, Punditry, and News:
England & Wales See Uptick in Priestly Ordinations – Luke Coppen at The Pillar

Persecution of Christians:
Africa Celebrates Christmas Between Terrorist Attacks & Christian Testimony – Daily Compass
This Christmas Season, Middle East Christians Are Under Threat – Real Clear Politics

Catholic (Classical) Liberal Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Opera Orange & the Lie of “Developmental Appropriatism” in Education – Classical Education Rev
Contrary to NY Times, Homeschooling Still Better Alternative to Public Schools – Federalist

Secular and Other Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Restoring Breadth & Depth to Education – Solveig Gold & Mark Bauerlein at First Things
Why Southern States Are Outperforming Others in Education – City Journal

Books:
Nothing Better Than a Whole Lot of Books: In Praise of Bibliomania – Ed Simon at Literary Hub
The 2025 Public Discourse Book List – The Editors at Public Discourse
People, Place, Prayer, the Past: A Review of Paul Kingsnorth’s Against the Machine – C.R. Trueman
Our Holiday Reading List – Law & Liberty Editors
The Amazing Generation is the Book Parents Have Been Asking For – J. Haidt, et al., at After Babel

The Fruit of Vatican II’s Folly:
Fr. Enoch: Beware the Trojan Horse in the Synodal Church – Tradition, Family, & Property

Saturday Early-Afternoon Edition Top-10:
1. Leo to Cardinals on Liturgy: Preserve Tradition, Embrace Legitimate Progress – D. Montagna
2. Pope Francis’ Papacy Ends Jan. 5; Pope Leo’s Begins on Epiphany, Jan. 6 – Fr. Allan J. McDonald
3. Charlotte Seminary Changes Prompt Objections, ‘Martin Fatigue’ – M. La Rosa at The Pillar
4. Charlotte’s Bishop Martin Issues Formal Ban on Altar Rails – Michael Haynes
5. I Feel Your Cognitive Dissonance Bishop Martin! There is Help Though – Fr. Allan J. McDonald
6. A Disagreement with Phil Lawler – Fr. Matthew Solomon at Oriens Journal
7. A Clean Slate For Christmas – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
8. The Radical ‘Yes’ That Sparked a Dating Revival – Lila Rose
9. Cupich & the Question of Why Bother Being Catholic – David Griffey at Daffey Thoughts
10. The Meanings of 11 Advent & Christmas Words You Never Quite Understood – Church Pop

Recent Posts:
SATVRDAY EARLY-AFTERNOON EDITION – BIG PVLPIT
VVEDNESDAY EARLY-MORNING EDITION – BIG PVLPIT
TVESDAY 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
Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Live – BIG PVLPIT
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

Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Revocation of Naturalization – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Resignations Continue at Heritage Foundation amid Frustrations with Leadership – NRO
Rescheduling Marijuana Is the Wrong Call – Patrick T. Brown, M.P.A., at City Journal
Can’t The West See that Green China is a Façade for Red China? – Gary Isbell at Trad, Fam, & Prop
Fulton Cty Doesn’t Dispute 315K Votes Lacking Pollsters’ Signatures Counted In 2020 – Federalist

The Coming Fratricide in Europe:
Coming to Britain soon, the Gangs – Fr. Alexander Lucie-Smith at The Chemist of Catania

Dār al-Islām vs. Christendom:
Bishop Eleganti: Catholicism & Islam Cannot Peacefully Coexist – Michael Haynes at Per. . .
The Bondi Barbarians – Tom Slater at Spiked

Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
What Level of Carnage Would It Take Before You’d Question Multiculturalism? – We’re Not At. . .
Bondi Beach & Australia’s Failed Multiculturalism – David Werdiger at The Spectator
International Law – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic

Et Cætera. . . Other Analysis, Punditry, and News:
A Christmas Miracle – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
Stunning Photos of God’s Creation – The Associated Press
Top 10 Traditional Christmas Foods Worldwide – Culinary Arts Academy of Switzerland

Indiscriminate Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
Where Christianity Retreats, Islam Advances – Atilio Faoro at Tradition, Family, & Property
How to be Catholic: A Step-by-Step Guide – National Catholic Register
It’s Here! The 2025 Color of the Year – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist
Need Professional Fundraising Advice for Catholics? Click Here! – Brice Sokolowski
BIG PVLPIT’s Editor-in-Chief, Follow on X – Robert “Tito” Edwards

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

Note III:
We are navigating a brief but challenging season financially, yet a sustainable path lies clearly ahead. Your generous support—especially if you’ve been considering a gift—will help carry us faithfully through to Christmas. Come the new year, we will be firmly in the clear. Once that day arrives, this ‘note’ will be replaced with a simple word of gratitude: “We have emerged stronger.” Thank you deeply for your prayers and partnership.
– Robert “Tito” Edwards, Editor-in-Chief

SATVRDAY EARLY-AFTERNOON EDITION

Illumined Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Nigeria’s Christians Are Caught in a Tide of Jihadi Violence – Beige Luciano-Adams
Charlotte’s Bishop Martin Issues Formal Ban on Altar Rails – Michael Haynes
The Radical ‘Yes’ That Sparked a Dating Revival – Lila Rose

Note I:
It is with deep sorrow and yet profound gratitude to Almighty God that I announce the peaceful passing of my beloved mother, Hortencia Edwards—a soul of rare beauty, boundless charity, and serene grace.  Eternal rest grant unto her, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her. May she rest in peace. Amen. I kindly implore your fervent prayers for the repose of the soul of my dear mother.
– Robert “Tito” Edwards, Editor-in-Chief

Note II:
We are navigating a brief but challenging season financially, yet a sustainable path lies clearly ahead. Your generous support—especially if you’ve been considering a gift—will help carry us faithfully through to Christmas. Come the new year, we will be firmly in the clear. Once that day arrives, this ‘note’ will be replaced with a simple word of gratitude: “We have emerged stronger.” Thank you deeply for your prayers and partnership.
– Robert “Tito” Edwards, Editor-in-Chief

Leo XIV Embraces Serene Order’s Reign:
Leo to Cardinals on Liturgy: Preserve Tradition, Embrace Legitimate Progress – Diane Montagna
Leo picks Dolan’s successor to lead New York City: Bishop Ronald Hicks – Rome Reports
Pope Francis’ Papacy Ends Jan. 5; Pope Leo’s Begins on Epiphany, Jan. 6 – Fr. Allan J. McDonald
How will Pope Leo XIV Celebrate His First Christmas? – Rome Reports

Advent:
A Clean Slate For Christmas – Donald R. McClarey, J.D., at The American Catholic
WDTPRS The ‘O Antiphons: 20 December – ‘O Clavis David – The Key to Everything – Fr. Z”s Blog
Durandus on the Ember Saturday of Advent – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Movement
‘O Key of David – Westminster Abbey on X
The Meanings of 11 Advent & Christmas Words You Never Quite Understood – Church Pop

Bishop Martin the Mad of Charlotte:
I Feel Your Cognitive Dissonance Bishop Martin! There is Help Though. . . – Fr. Allan J. McDonald
It’s Official: Altar Rails Illegally Banned By Bishop – Anthony Stine, Ph.D.
The Number One Priority of the Church in Charlotte, North Carolina: No Altar Rails – Rorate Cæli
Charlotte Seminary Changes Prompt Objections, ‘Martin Fatigue’ – Michelle La Rosa at The Pillar

General Analysis, Punditry, and News:
The Pope’s New Year’s Meeting & the Fate of the Latin Mass – The Prayerful Posse
Bishop Schneider Shares Church Proposals in Private Audience with Leo – Diane Montagna
Luther’s Revolution – Ray Sullivan at Catholic Stand Magazine
Archbishop-Elect Ronald Hicks & Generation X. . .JP2 Generation! – Al Carbo on X
Bishop Richard Moth to Succeed Cardinal Nichols as Archbishop of Westminster – Ed Pentin
No, “Beauty” Will Not “Save the World” – Hilary White at The Sacred Images Project
How to Be Like Scrooge This Christmas – Laura DeMaria at Catholic Stand Magazine
Fr. Murray’s to Upcoming Cardinal’s Consistory: Cast Aside Francis’ Deviations – TAC
A Disagreement with Phil Lawler – Fr. Matthew Solomon at Oriens Journal
Demographics, Wokeness: Baby Boomers; & Lost Generation of Straight. . . – Leila & Phil Lawler
The Christmas Eve Feast of the Seven Fishes – Alexandra Greeley at Catholic Stand Magazine
Video: Elderly Priests & Religious Are Facing Destitution – Anthony Stine, Ph.D.
Cardinal Cupich & the Question of Why Bother Being Catholic – David Griffey at Daffey Thoughts
¡Unity! – The False Church’s Passion Project – Laramie Hirsch at The Weltgeist
The Midwife of the Holy Innocents of Auschwitz – Dorothy Osanna at Catholic Stand Magazine
UK Christian, Isabel Vaughan-Spruce, Has Been Criminally Charged Again – ADF Internat’l on X
Faith Betrayed: The Vatican’s Silence on China & the Fate of Jimmy Lai – Anne Hendershott, Ph.D.
Pope Leo’s China Dilemma – Paul P. Mariani at First Things
Pope Leo XIV appoints new LMNP Pride Mass Bishop for San Diego – Taylor R. Marshall, Ph.D.
How Weimar Happened: Lessons For Us – Rod Dreher

News Brief:
Pope Leo XIV Appoints New Bishop for Palm Beach, Auxiliary Bishop for Phoenix – The CWR
Pavone Banned from Saying Mass for Deceased Mother, But Martin Free to Promote Hersey – CC

Liturgical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Images of the First Traditional Ambrosian Rite Mass in Decades – Rorate Cæli
A Wooden Model for the Cathedral of Pavia – Gregory DiPippo at New Liturgical Movement

Persecution of Christians:
Multiple Kansas Catholic Schools Targeted by Apparent Bomb Hoax – National Catholic Register

The Synodal Drinking Game:
The Twelve Days of Synodal Christmas – Gene Thomas Gomulka at John 18:37
Father Enoch: Beware the Trojan Horse in the Synodal Church – Tradition, Family, & Property
Whatever Happened to the Synodal Church? – Fr. Allan J. McDonald at Southern Orders

Secular and Other Education Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Maryland School Board: We ‘Expect’ Teachers to Use Students’ Preferred Pronouns – College Fix

O Bishops’ Conclave, What A Jest Thou Art!:
Why Are The Cardinals & Bishops Silent? – Fr. David J. Nix at Pilgrim Priest
The Ecclesiastical Front in the War on Christmas – J.M. Grondelski, Ph.D., at The Catholic Thing

The Fruit of Vatican II’s Folly:
Why Do They so Mistreat Our Lord with this Anti-ICE Nativity Scene? – Tradition, Family, & Prop
Video: Notre Dame Cathedral Desecrated Again – Anthony Stine, Ph.D.
Brussels & the Faceless Nativity Scene: a Heinous & Symbolic Attack on the Incarnation – TFP

The Lavender Mafia:
The German Bishops’ Conference, Over the Cliff – George Weigel at Catholic World Report
Video: Bishops Use Christmas Season To Push Gross Sins – Anthony Stine, Ph.D.

Recent Posts:
VVEDNESDAY EARLY-MORNING EDITION – BIG PVLPIT
TVESDAY EARLY-AFTERNOON EDITION – BIG PVLPIT
TVESDAY 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
Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Live – BIG PVLPIT
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

Political Analysis, Punditry, and News:
How to Brilliantly Deal with Anti-Catholicism in Politics – D. McClarey at The American Catholic
Immigration Policy Should Discriminate: Culture is Consequential. . . – The Spectator World
See the Latest Prime Time Politics Posts – Prime Time Politics

The Coming Fratricide in Europe:
The Coming Civil War In France – Rod Dreher
Europe Chooses Death: France – We’re Not At the End, But You Can See It From Here
A Bourbon is Ready for the Throne When the Mohammedans Rise Up – Trad West on X
Patriots Should Not Fight for the British State – David Shipley at The Telegraph

Dār al-Islām vs. Christendom:
Sydney Catholics Hold Christmas Procession – Catholic Arena
John Quincy Adams on Islam – Brother Rachid on X

Western Civ Defender. . . Geopolitical Analysis, Punditry, and News:
A Global Weimar? – Francis P. Sempa at Modern Age Journal
Can’t the West See that Green China is a Façade for Red China? – Gary Isbell at Trad, Fam, & Prop
See the Latest Western Civ Defender Posts – Western Civ Defender

Et Cætera. . . Other Analysis, Punditry, and News:
Where Christianity Retreats, Islam Advances – Atilio Faoro at Tradition, Family, & Property
The TOH 2024 Christmas Guide – Carrie Gress, Ph.D., Noelle Mering, Emily Malloy, & Denise Trull

Indiscriminate Analysis, Punditry, News, and Anecdotes:
Meet Saint Bartolo Longo: A Satanist Freed by the Rosary – Tradition, Family, & Property
How to be Catholic: A Step-by-Step Guide – National Catholic Register
The High Price of “Harmless” Fun – Gary Isbell at Tradition, Family, & Property
It’s Here! The 2025 Color of the Year – Meghan Ashley Styling, A Catholic Stylist
Need Professional Fundraising Advice for Catholics? Click Here! – Brice Sokolowski
BIG PVLPIT’s Editor-in-Chief, Follow on X – Robert “Tito” Edwards

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