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THVRSDAY AFTERNOON EDITION

Tiber Swim Team (Credit: Three Rivers Episcopal)

Hey, Southern Baptist Artist, the Tiber Swim Team is Calling!

. . .you know it’s really a week when I have to defend a Baptist artist whose artwork was rejected because it looked too “Catholic”. . .

from One Mad Mom

Live Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Adorecast
Vatican II Fiasco – Donald R. McClarey J.D., The American Catholic
What ‘Gay Cake’ Decision Will Mean for Religious Freedom in Europe – A. Tettenborn
Your Trendy Alternative to Sandals This Summer – Meghan Ashley Styling
Jacob Rees-Mogg: Start Taking This Backbench ‘Joke’ Seriously – T. Quinn, The Cnvrstn
What Practicing NFP is Like: One Man Shares His Thoughts – Will Wright, Catholic Link
Europe: Not as Secular as You Think – Tom Heneghan, Religion News Service
Dramatic Photo Shows Bishop Blessing Priest in Ebola Quarantine – Catholic Herald
For the 2nd Time, Pope Sends a Special Envoy to Medjugorje –  Inés San Martín, Crux
‘What Caused God?’ – Trent Horn, Catholic Answers Magazine
Recalling a Cardinal Who Could Have Been First Argentine Pope – Inés San Martín, Crux
The Vatican’s Church Architecture Exhibit is Underwhelming – R. O’Donnell Ph.D., CH
The Rome We have Lost & Gained, a Book Review – Ingrid D. Rowland, Commonweal
The University of Notre Dame’s Confusing Contraception Decision – M. Archbold, NC Rg
When Your Priest Becomes Family – Amber VanVickel, Helena Daily
Teen Marriage: a Sometimes Good or Universal Evil? – B.J. Christensen, The Ntrl Family
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SATVRDAY EDITION

The Dragon of Revelation by Giusto de Menabuoi (Credit: Community in Mission)

Why Is There Such Strong Hatred for the Church?

. . .the world hates us to the degree that we are true Christians. . .

by Monsignor Charles Pope,

of Community in Mission

Live Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Adorecast
Europe is Committing Suicide – Donald R. McClarey J.D., The American Catholic
Cardinal Sarah Will Be Next to Announce ‘Habemus Papam’ – Aleteia
We Should Thank BBC for Correcting Mistake on Fr. Jn. Gerard – Fr. Lucie-Smith Ph.D.
The Practice of Catholicism & Modern Identity – Fr. Justin M. Brophy O.P., ChLJ
These Astonishing Miracles Led to St. Rita’s Canonization – Philip Kosloski, Aleteia
The Miracle Boy & Problems With the Brain-Death Diagnosis – E. Christian Brugger, Reg
On Traditional Form – Martin Mosebach, The Catholic Thing
The Chilean Bishops Crisis – Philip Lawler, First Things
This Republic was Started by a Saint 1700 Years Ago – J.P. Mauro, Aleteia
Bernard Lewis, Influential Scholar of Islam, Is Dead at 101 – Douglas Martin, N.Y. Times
Why We Should Read “Gaudete et Exsultate” – Anne Marie Miller, Ignitum Today
The Stephen Herreid Guide to Arguing with Friends Online – Stephen Herreid, Cth Vote
Breaking the Stereotype: Comfort Shoes – Meghan Ashley Sabo, Meghan Ashley
US Futile-Care Debate: How Cases Like Alfie Evans’ Handled Here? – Brian Fraga, NCRg
Simple, Little, Humble: Newborn Symbolizes Spirituality of St. Bernadette – S. Carey
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FRIDAY MORNING EDITION

Three Horned Pig is Lucifer

God’s Chat with the Devil; The Vision of Pope Leo XIII

. . .while he was attending Mass in 1884 Pope Leo XIII reportedly had a vision & overheard a conversation between God & the devil, Satan. . .

by Daniel Demers,

of Catholic Stand

Live Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Adorecast
Wounded Veterans Seek Healing & Peace in the Waters of Lourdes – CNA/EWTN News
Gran Torino Confession – Donald R. McClarey J.D., The American Catholic
Quæritur: Sorting Out Confusing, Contradictory Messages From Priests – Fr. Z’s Blog
Folly, Vice, & Madness: Repeal the 8th Threatens the Social Contract – B Arnold D.Litt.
When Justice Anthony Kennedy Retires, an Ugly Struggle Will Follow – Rus. Shaw, CWR
What Happens to Bishops Who Resign? – Nicholas Senz, The Dispatch via The CWR
Italian Government’s Demographics Problems – Marcus Roberts, Mercatornet
Gender Dysphoria vs. Gender Ideology – Charles Lewis, National Catholic Register
Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity, Sun. Readings Explained – John Bergsma Ph.D., TSP
757 Patients Were Euthanized in Quebec Last Year, a 67% Increase – Alex Schadenberg
Appeals Court Upholds Overturning Calif. Law Legalizing Suicide – A. Schadenberg, LN
How to Know if a Trend is “For You” – Meghan Ashley, Meghan Ashley Styling
Discernment of Our Thoughts & Prayers – Brandon Schild, Catholic Stand
Catholicism, Fundraising, Book Launches, & Overcoming Struggles – Brice Sokolowski
Vatican Bank’s Net Profit Down by €4 Million, a Report Says – Carol Glatz, Cthlc Herald
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THVRSDAY AFTERNOON EDITION

Statue of an Angel (Credit: Catholic Stand)

To the People of Ireland & the World

. . .on May 25, A.D. 2018, a referendum will be held in Ireland on whether to repeal or retain the constitutional ban on abortion.  How the Irish decide to vote is of unutterable importance to all of us because the results of Friday’s election will have a ripple effect all over the world. . .

by Brian McShane,

of Catholic Stand

Live Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Adorecast
Incredible Photos: The Pro-Life Movement You’ve Never Seen – Jeffrey Bruno, Aleteia
7 Unforgettable Movie Priests – Cerith Gardiner, Aleteia
Protestant Americans See Sharp Decline, Survey Reports – John Burger, Aleteia
Why Catholics Should Take Cryptocurrencies Seriously – Philip Booth, Catholic Herald
Brazil’s Surprise Vocations Boom – Miguel Cullen, Catholic Herald
6 Ways To Help Women When Abortion Is Finally Outlawed – Geo. Boorman, The Fdrlst
How Europeans are Fighting Back Against Sunday Trading – Matthew Schmitz, Cath Hrld
After Cecile Richards, What’s Next for Planned Parenthood? – Peter Jesserer Smith, Rg
8 Essential Religious Sister Twitter Accounts You Need to Follow – Theresa Williams, eP
Are We Really Any More Civilized than the World of King Lear? – Fr. Lucie-Smith Ph.D.
Learning the Lessons of Chile – Fr. Gerald E. Murray J.C.D., The Catholic Thing
Voucher Programs: Problems & Promises for Catholic Schools – Brett Bertucio, ChLJ
After Latest Christian Deaths, Nigeria’s Bishops Warn ‘Clock Ticking’ – Inés San Martín
Plenary Indulgence for Participating in World Meeting of Families – Cindy Wooden, CH
Will China End Its 2-Child Forced Abortion Policy? Don’t Celebrate Yet – Reg. Littlejohn
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TVESDAY AFTERNOON EDITION

Pope Francis Thinking (Credit: Paul-Haringweb of CNS)

Pope Laments Vocations ‘Hemorrhage,’ Wants ‘Clear Rules’ on Money

. . .Francis told the bishops he wasn’t sharing these concerns to “beat you up,” but rather as points for further “dialogue & reflection.”  He also said he wanted to hear their questions, even their criticisms, because “it’s not bad to criticize the pope, it’s useful”. . .

by John L. Allen, Jr.,

of Crux

Live Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Adorecast
Why Theologians Trained in Catholic Grad. Schools Can’t Find Work – J. Grondelski PhD
Australian Archbishop Convicted of Concealing Child Sexual Abuse – Nick Hallett, CH
Are Evangelicals Now Dwindling Like Mainline Liberals? – Gene Veith, Cranach
Prelate Calls on Brother Bishops to Celebrate Traditional Pontifical Mass, TLM – Fr. Z
Who are the 14 New Cardinals? – Catholic News Service via Catholic Herald
Put Your Chips Down, Bet The House, & Trust in God – Rob Marco, Catholic Stand
On Who Celebrates the Liturgy – Fr. James V. Schall S.J., The Catholic Thing
German Bishops Employ Lutheran Subjectivism for Marriage Agenda – Jf. Tranzillo PhD
Breaking the Stereotype: Comfort Shoes – Meghan Ashley Sabo, Meghan Ashley
Phila. Bars Catholic Social Services from Serving Foster Children – John D. Davidson
Facebook Reveals Troubling Takedown Rules for Hate Speech & More – Rac. Alexander
An Employment Triduo to St. Joseph – Rick Yoder, The Amish Catholic
New Zero Tolerance Policy on Illegal Immigration Raises Objections – P. Jesserer Smith
Catholicism, Fundraising, Book Launches, & Overcoming Struggles – Brice Sokolowski
A Bitter Winter in Store for Religion in China – Massimo Introvigne, Mercatornet
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MONDAY EDITION

Fr. Patrick Conroy, S.J., 8 May A.D. 2018 (Credit: Sarah Silbiger of CQ Roll Call via The Stream)

Father Patrick Conroy, S.J.: The Pro-Gay Dissident in the U.S. House of Representatives

. . .in A.D. 2015, Conroy participated in the “Owning Our Faith” video series produced by the Paulist Fathers.  It was part of their “Out at St. Paul” LGBT ministry located at St. Paul the Apostle Church in New York City.  In the series of YouTube videos, several members of Out at St. Paul are profiled as they share their views on homosexuality & the teachings of the Catholic Church. . .

by Joseph Sciambra,

of The Stream

Live Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Adorecast
Surprised by Today’s Anti-Christian Climate? We Were Warned – Jim Tonkowich
Pope Wants Us to Welcome Migrants, But We Can’t Ignore Shocking Statistics – Cth Hrd
The Strange Myths of the New Evangelization – Mark Giszczak, Church Life Journal
Is Curranism Finally Dead at the Catholic University of America? – Austin Ruse, Crisis
As Chile Bishops Arrive in Rome, Recalling 48 Hours That Shook the Church – Jn. Allen
Bp. Voderholzer: Intercommunion Requires Unanimity of All Church – E. Pentin, NCReg
Analysis: are Pro-Lifers about to ‘Take a Run at Roe v. Wade’? – Mic. Davis, Cath Herald
Christians, It is Time to Speak, Act, & Risk – Thomas M. Doran, The CWR
The Dangerous Ideology of ‘Rational Suicide’ – Michael Cook, Mercatornet
Hopeful Developments for Vincent Lambert – Edward Pentin, National Catholic Register
The Strength of Love: Beautiful Story of a Dying Wish – Don. R. McClarey J.D., TACthlc
Exporting the Revolution To Africa – Matthew Hanley, The Catholic Thing
Repeal the 8th Campaign Negates Irish History of Non-Violence – Cha. C. Camosy, ChLJ
UK Government Breaks Promise on Catholic Schools – K.V. Turley, Natl Catholic Register
15,000 Canadians Line the Streets to Protest Abortion at March for Life – M. Bilger, LN
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FRIDAY EDITION

Archbishop Stefan Hesse of Hamburg Germany (Credit: Screen Shot from Il Sismografo via NCRegister.com)

German Bishop: Pope Has Clearly Hinted Support for Intercommunion Proposal

. . .the Archbishop of Hamburg claims the Pope backs the German bishops’ majority vote in favor of Holy Communion for some Protestant spouses. . .

by Edward Pentin,

of the National Catholic Register

Live Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Adorecast
NECCO Wafers & the Catholic Failure of Imagination – Anna Abbott, NC Register
Macron Eyes a French “Transformation” – Dominic Green, City Journal
Where Did Mary Live After the Resurrection? – Philip Kosloski, Aleteia
7 Lessons in Evangelization from Jordan Peterson – Sam Guzman, The Cthlc Gentleman
Pope Francis has Pledged to Take Action on Abuse, Here Comes a Big Test – Chr. Altieri
Enter Into Christ’s Mystical Body; Let God Take Control – David Torkington, Cthlc Stand
How Beauty Led to My Radical Reversion – Constance T. Hull, Catholic Exchange
Authentic Religion: Not What We Want, What God has Revealed – Jf. A. Mirus Ph.D., CC
Amid Focus on Women, is Vatican’s Issue Less Gender than Laity? – I. San Martín, Crux
My Chat with Jennifer Fulwiler: How Fashion Will Change Your Life! – Meghan Ashley
Vatican-China Talks: Beijing is Holding Up the Process for Unknown Reasons – CH
Meet Élisabeth Bruyère, a Canadian Nun on the Road to Canonization – Philip Kosloski
Catholicism, Fundraising, Book Launches, & Overcoming Struggles – Brice Sokolowski
A Royal Priesthood: 7th Sunday of Easter Readings Explained – Jn. Bergsma Ph.D., TSP
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THVRSDAY EXTRA

A Statue of Mary in Detroit (Credit: CNS/Archdiocese of Detroit via Catholic Herald)

Catholics Get Chance to Celebrate Mary with New Feast Day

. . .The Feast of Mary, Mother of the Church will take place on the Monday after Pentecost this year. . .

by Carol Zimmerman,

of Catholic Herald

Live Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Adorecast
Criticize Rap Music While You Can (NSFW) – Dave Griffey, Daffey Thoughts
How to Respond to Transgenderism – Brianna Heldt, National Catholic Register
Did Mary Know That Jesus Was God? – Dave Armstrong, National Catholic Register
Two Space Aliens & a Sex Study – Ben Butera, The American Catholic
Mormons Severing All Ties With Boy Scouts, Ending Long Bond – B. McCombs, The Strm
Pope Asks Vatican Group to Examine the Role of Women in the Church – Cindy Wooden
The Forgotten Catholic Founders of Economics – Fr. Ben Johnson, Transatlantic Blog
A Daughter Finds Healing Forgiving Her Mother – Patti Maguire Armstrong, CN&I
First Step Towards Spiritual Health, by St. Francis de Sales – Philip Kosloski, Aleteia
What is a Novena? – Philip Kosloski, Aleteia
In England, the Child is the “Mere Creature of the State” – Thomas R. Ascik J.D., Crisis
Quæritur: Traditional Baptism But With Parts in English? – Fr. Z’s Blog
China’s War on Religion Stalls Vatican Deal – Eva Dou & Francis X. Rocca, The WSJ
Ministering to Jesus – Cynthia Millen, Catholic Stand
Our Lady as Spiritual Vessel – Peter Darcy, Catholic Stand
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THVRSDAY AFTERNOON EDITION

School of Athens by Raphael, A.D. 1511 (Credit: Taylor Marshall, Ph.D.)

Plato’s Aristocracy & Why Catholics are Losing the Culture War

. . .whether you like it or not, we in the West have a layered class system & our inability to see it & plan accordingly has led contemporary Catholics to lose our cultural impact on the global stage.  Before we get to the reasons why let’s look at the classical Greek & Indo-European idea of society & rank & then move on to how Catholics are losing their social & political influence. . .

by Taylor Marshall, Ph.D.

Live Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Adorecast
Never Mind Met Gala’s Profanities, People Yearning for Confident Catholicism – CH
An All-Too-Moveable Feast – Charlotte Allen, First Things
The Tradition of Clerical Dress – J.P. Sonnen, Liturgical Arts Journal
Pope Moved by Warmth & Family Spirit of Nomadelfia Community – Robin Gomes, VN
Teacher Appreciation – Dale M. Coulter, First Things
Hawaii Just Made a Big Mistake by Legalizing Assisted Suicide, Here’s Why – M. Valliere
LGBT Groups Pressure Oklahoma Governor to Veto Adoption Bill – D. Siggins, The Strm
The Princess Who Was Kicked Out of Her Castle for Serving the Poor – Cecilia Zinicola
What’s Scariest: Facebook, Google . . . Or Us? – Nathanael Blake Ph.D., Public Discourse
God Mounts His Throne with Shouts of Joy: Ascension Day Readings Explained – TSP
Why “Liberalism” Needs Natural Law – Samuel Gregg D.Phil., Law and Liberty
Cardinal Marx is “Impressed” with Karl Marx – Paul G. Kengor Ph.D., Crisis Magazine
Top Guernsey Committee Refuses to Back Assisted Suicide – Nick Hallett, Cthlc Herald
Does California Law Deny Parents’ Right to Opt Out of ‘Gender Education’? – Br. Fraga
Monsieur Olier on the Ascension – Rick Yoder, The Amish Catholic
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VVEDNESDAY EXTRA

Pope Benedict XVI with his books (Credit: Settimo Cielo via L’Espresso)

New Book Coming from Pope Benedict XVI

. . .Glory To God, That There May Be Peace on Earth.  A Never-Before-Published Text From Pope Benedict XVI. . .

by Sandro Magister,

of Settimo Cielo

via L’Espresso

Live Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Adorecast
Tacoma Priest Who Collapsed at the Altar Has Now Died – Kathy Schiffer, NC Register
When Padre Pio Prayed for Someone, He Used This Powerful Prayer – Philip Kosloski
Theo-Political Cartoon: Top Exports – Pat Cross, Pat Cross Cartoons
Now Trending: Baby Names – Kathy Schiffer, National Catholic Register
Poland: We No Longer Have Enough Clergy to Serve Poles Abroad – J. Luxmoore, CH
Why Go to School When You Could Learn at Home? – Mei Ling, Mercatornet
Quæritur: Can I Teach at an SSPX School? – Fr. Z’s Blog
Maybe We Need Some King Fu in Catholic Catechesis – Gene Van Son, Catholic Stand
Pass the Torch – Protect the Parish – Dom Cingoranelli, Catholic Stand
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MONDAY AFTERNOON EDITION

Screen Shot of Willem Jacobus Cardinal Eijk, Archbishop of Utrecht (Credit: YouTube via NCRegister.com)

Cardinal Eijk: Pope Francis Needed to Give Clarity on Intercommunion

. . .failure to give German bishops proper directives, based on the clear doctrine & practice of the Church, points to a drift towards apostasy from the truth. . .

by Willem Jacobus Cardinal Eijk,

of the National Catholic Register

The Traditional Latin Mass in Hieratic Liturgical English – Cla. Salvucci, Lit Arts Jour.
5 Reasons the Southern Poverty Law Center Is a Hate-Mongering Scam – Joy Pullmann
Why Mass-Going is Falling in Poland – Fr. Alfred Marek Wierzbicki, Vatican Insider
What 19 in 20 Americans Don’t Know about World Poverty – Chelsea Follett, FEE
Check Out These Vintage Photos of Beloved Priest, St. John Bosco – Ph. Kosloski, Alet.
Immigrant Christians: ‘Just Better Than Us’ – Rod Dreher, TAC Blogger
The Biggest Legal Flaw In California’s Sexual Orientation Therapy Ban – Gle. T. Stanton
The German Church Divided – Robert Royal Ph.D., The Catholic Thing
Jesus as Warrior – Tom Collingwood, Catholic Stand
How Boy Scouts of America are Succumbing to Transgenderism – And. T. Walker Ph.D.
A Stroll through Vienna’s Catholic Architectural Flourishes – Michelle Gress, MFCT
Amazon: Christian Group Barred & Anti-Semitic Groups Remain – Pt. Hasson, The Strm
The Latin Liturgy Appeals to Catholic Youth – Fr. John A. Perricone, Crisis Magazine
On Holy Friendship & “Accompaniment” – Alan L. Anderson, The Catholic World Report
The Powerful Headwinds Confronting Religious Freedom – Mark L. Movsesian, LaL
For the Housebound, Internet Masses can be a Great Comfort – Fr. Matthew Pittam, CH
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FRIDAY EDITION

Paolo Veronese “The Vision of St. Helena” circa A.D. 1580 (Credit: Screenshot via NCRegister.com)

A Powerful Evangelical Force is Right Under Our Noses

. . .as Catholic women, we are not reminded enough that we have the capacity to change the world. . .

by Carrie Gress, Ph.D.,

of the National Catholic Register

Amazon Boots Christian Nonprofit off Donations Prog. ‘cuz of SPLC’s Hate List – Fdrlst
Pope Wants Germans to Find Unanimous Solution on Intercommunion – Jn. Allen, Crux
Google Censoring Christian Ads – Rachel Alexander, The Stream
In Praise of True Evangelizers; Re: National Catholic Reporter – Abp Chaput OFM Cap
‘After The Ball’, Before The Next Campaign – Rod Dreher, TAC Blogger
In Les Mis, the Revolutionaries are (Also) the Villains – James Walpole, Mercatornet
Quotes Suitable for Framing: Alfred the Great – Donald R. McClarey J.D., TACatholic
16 Strong Confirmation Names for Today’s Teen Boys – Cerith Gardiner, Aleteia
Karl Marx vs. Jesus – Matthew Archbold, Creative Minority Report
King Solomon, The False Mother, & Alfie Evans – Devorah Goldman, Public Discourse
House Chaplain Fr. Pat Conroy Rescinds His Resignation – Daniella Diaz & Lauren Fox
Catholic School Lets Students Fundraise for Pro-Abort’s; Canada – Micaiah Bilger, LN
Frank Duff: Founder of the Legion of Mary & Champion of the Rosary – Fr Calloway MIC
But I Don’t Work at an Office! – Meghan Ashley Sabo, Meghan Ashley
Catholicism, Fundraising, Book Launches, & Overcoming Struggles – Brice Sokolowski
The Almost Lost Art of Florentine Mosaics – Sofia Infante, My Favorite Catholic Things
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