Christian Persecution

FRIDAY MORNING EDITION

Raymond Cardinal Burke at the Rome Life Forum 19 May A.D. 2017 (Credit: Screengrab of Photo by Edward Pentin via NCRegister.com)

Cardinal Burke: Scalfari Episode ‘Went Beyond What Is Tolerable’

. . .the American cardinal says the recent ‘interview’ regarding hell was a ‘profound scandal,’ & that the Holy Father is not only failing to proclaim the Church’s constant doctrine & sound discipline but also ‘increasing the confusion’ over crucial issues. . .

by Edward Pentin,

of the National Catholic Register

The ‘Long Way’ of Cardinal Sarah – Rebekah Lamb, Catholic Herald
Gender Madness Alienates Democratic Insider – Rod Dreher, TAC Blogger
Gender Dysphoria & Children: An Evaluation of I am Jazz – Michael K. Laidlaw M.D.
The Hillbilly Elegy of France – Jude Russo, First Things
Europe: Muslim Immigrants are Open to Christianity & Converting! – Deacon G. Kandra
The Slow Poison of Bad Ideas – David Carlin, The Catholic Thing
The Two Steps Jesus Took Before He Fundraised – Brice Sokolowski
Pope Francis on Holiness, Gaudete et Exsultate – Edward Pentin, NC Register
After Adhering to Papal Appeal for Life, Hospital Then Reverses Decision – S. Ertelt
Jordan Peterson on Marxism – Donald R. McClarey J.D., The American Catholic
Our Catholic Suffering Syndrome (CSS) Part I – Mike White, Catholic Stand
Rediscovering the Riches of the Latin Mass – Brian Williams, Liturgy Guy
Chinese Government Reinterpreting the Bible for the Masses – Joshua Gill, The Stream
Making More of the Mass for Small Children – Leigh Snead, my favorite catholic things
Iranian Ambition & The Christian Exodus – Stephen Hollingshead Ph.D. & Paul Coyer
House Speaker: Catholic Charities Should Lead Anti-Poverty Fight – Chr. White, Crux
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TVESDAY EDITION

Toys “Я” Us (Credit: Mercatornet)

Toys “Я” Us Blames Birth Rate for Business Failure

. . .will it be the first of many. . .

by Shannon Roberts,

of Mercatornet

Al Kresta on the Past, Present, & Future of Catholic Radio – Jeanette Flood, The CWR
Frustrated with Millennials? Priest Explains Who’s to Blame – Fr. Bill Peckman, ChrchPp
Really Bad News from St. John Cantius in Chicago – Fr. Z’s Blog
Papal Continuity or Discontinuity? Vatican PR Team Scores on Its Own Goal – P. Lawler
Scott Hahn’s New Book Is Good Reading for Holy Week – Nick Manetto, NC Register
Harvey Weinstein & the Diabolic Imagination – Sara Kitzinger, Crisis Magazine
Killing the Bible Softly with Your Appeals – Brice Sokolowski, CatholicFundraiser.net
Christians Continue to Suffer as Pres. Erdoğan Expands Reach, Power – Derya Little
We Should Never Forget the Good Cardinal O’Brien Did – Fr. Ale. Lucie-Smith Ph.D., CH
Quiz: Can You Tell These Four Roman Churches by Their Facades? – Daniel Esparza
The Aristocrats Who Guarded the Pope – Evan Wing, Regina
Faith-Based I Can Only Imagine Film Makes $17M Opening Weekend – Nancy Flory
Language Mediates Reality – Rod Dreher, TAC Blogger
Christ’s Admonishing of the Pharisees in the Gospel of Matthew – Paul Kniez, Cath Stnd
Watch Meetings from Pre-Synod on Youth Live – Chloe Langr, epicPew
St. Joseph in Old York: Recovering Lost Tradition of Sacred Drama – M.A. Brown Ph.D.
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TVESDAY EXTRA

Pope Francis at St. Peter’s Square (Credit: Mercatornet)

On What is Wrong in Itself: CNN’s Papal Documentary

. . .not anything can change the metaphysical structure of reality. . .

by Father James V. Schall, S.J.,

of Mercatornet

The Czech Canary – Rod Dreher, TAC Blogger
A Template for a Liturgically-Oriented Catholic Education for Children – David Clayton
Elon Musk is a Messianic Huckster – Matthew Walther, The Week
Bill Protecting Freedom of Those For & Against Gay Unions Angers Some – R. Guidice
Why So Little Catholic Concern Over Christian Persecution? – William Kilpatrick Ph.D.
Pope Francis’s First Revolution – His Clothing – Fr. Ray. J. de Souza, Cthlc Herald
How Can a God of Love Send People to Hell? – Marcellino D’Ambrosio Ph.D., ICL™
From Atheism to Catholicism – Dan Burke, Catholic Spiritual Direction
The Anti-Christian Alt-Right: The Evil Thought of Right-Wing Identity Politics – M. Rose
Francis at 5 Years: Love Him or Hate Him, This Is One Relevant Pope – John Allen, Crux
The Guard of Honor of the Sacred Heart of Jesus – Alita Ma.C.N. O.C.D.S., Cthlc Stand
On Francis’ 5th, “Credere In Deum” – Rocco Palmo, Whispers in the Loggia
5 Interesting Facts About Pope Francis on His 5th Anniversary – uCatholic
Pope Given ‘Thunderous Salute’ for His Anti-Slavery Commitment – E. Pentin, NCReg
Lost & Found – Jean Elizabeth Seah, Ignitum Today
How Does Lent Lead to Healing? – Kathleen Beckman, Catholic Exchange
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VVEDNESDAY SÆCVLARIA EDITION

Immaculate Conception Church Qaraqosh, Iraq 7 Nov AD 2016 (Photo Credit: Jaco Klamer/ACN)

A Modern Horror: Global Persecution of Christians at Historic Peak, Report Says

from CNA/EWTN News

U.K. Must be Stopped from Pushing Transgenderism on Children – Simon Marcus, Mrctrnt
The Ayoub Sisters are the Next Big Thing in Classical Crossover – J-P Mauro, Aleteia
Topless Feminists Throw Firebombs, Tampons & Feces at Catholic Church – Micaiah Bilger, LN
A War on Poverty That Would Work – Peter Cove, City Journal
How Close are We to Ending Extreme Poverty? – Joe Carter, Powerblog
Forget NFL Players: These Roofers Stood & Saluted Flag for Nat’l Anthem – N. Flory, The Strm
A People Numerous and Armed – Donald R. McClarey J.D., The American Catholic
Air Force Punishes Colonel Who Refused to Affirm Gay Marriage – Todd Starnes, The Stream
Ireland Honors ‘Fake Saint’ Che Guevara with a Stamp – Ed West, Transatlantic Blog
Vietnam Veteran Faces Fines for Flying Navy Flag at Home – Ryan Pickrell, The Stream
Missouri Paper Takes Discovers a Real, Live Roman Catholic – Mark Kellner, Get Religion
Hollywood is Full of Booming Gongs and Clashing Cymbals – Matthew Archbold, NC Register
Amish Population Booming: Could Religion have Something to Do with It? – Bobby Ross Jr., GR
‘Clarity & Charity’ – the Keys to Defending Marriage in Australia – CNA via The CWR
Univ. Professor Under Siege for Challenging Transgender Orthodoxy – Jrt. Stepman, Mrctrnt
The Transgender Matrix: It’s Time to Choose the Red Pill – Walt Heyer, Public Discourse

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THURSDAY NEWS EXTRA

Hysteria Over ‘Transracialism’ Article Outs The New Left As Witch Hunters

by Nathanael Blake

of The Federalist

Trump is Under Attack, and Not Just by Human Critics – John Zmirak Ph.D., The Stream
The View Says Sexuality Is Fluid; Uhm, I Thought Gays Were Born That Way – Mat. Archbold
Why “LGBTQ” Is Unjustly “INdiscriminatory” – Deacon Jim Russell, Crisis Magazine
When Chris Cornell of Soundgarden, Who Died Today, Sang the Ave Maria – Daniel Esparza
To Dean Obeidallah: If You’re Right, Then Debate about Islam, Don’t Run – Michael Brown
As Venezuela Burns, Many Latin Americans Ask: Where Is Pope Francis? – Sam. Gregg D.Phil.
Did You Know Tolkien’s Dwarves were Derived from Norse Mythology? – Philip Kosloski, Aleteia
Can Newt Gingrich Stay Out of the Spotlight as Spouse of Ambassador to Vatican? – S. White
Will Catholic Schools Be Left Behind by School Choice? – Nicholas Wolfram Smith, NC Rgstr
Cardinal Zen: It Seems the Vatican-China Deal is Not Proceeding, That’s Good – Megan Griffiths
‘We Cannot Rest’ While Christians are Being Persecuted, Advocates Say – Matt Hadro, CNA
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THURSDAY LATE EDITION

Why No Civility Is Possible Today

by Father James V. Schall, S.J.,

of Crisis Magazine

Fishwrap’s Nutty Over Cardinal Sarah’s Address in Germany – Fr. Z’s Blog
Pope Francis Thanks Maltese Bishops for ‘Amoris Laetitia’ Guidelines – Edward Pentin, NC Reg
Report Charges Cover-up of Sexual Abuse at SSPX – Inés San Martín, Crux
Quæritur: Vocation to Priesthood, but I Want Only the Traditional Latin Mass – Fr. Z’s Blog
Trump Picks Christian Pro-lifer to Replace Homosexual as Army Secretary – Peter LaBarbera
Why Is ESPN So Afraid of Mentioning Christianity? – Terry Mattingly, Get Religion
A New Civil Rights Ruling May Create Religious Liberty Problems – Kevin J. Jones, CNA
Treading the Uneven Terrain of ‘Gay Ministry’ in the Church – Judy Roberts, NC Register
10 Apps That Can Improve Your Prayer Life – Phillip Kosloski, Aleteia
Rome Conference of Laity to Call for Clarity on ‘Amoris Lætitia’ – Edward Pentin, The Reg
A Hidden Slaughter: Meeting Nigeria’s Endangered Christians – Douglas Murray, Cthlc Herald
Analysis: the Canonical Meaning of that Vatican Letter on ‘SSPX Weddings’ – Ed Condon, CH
Archbishop Chaput to Celebrate Memorial Mass for Terri Schiavo Anniversary – Brian O’Neel
We Veil Our Statues and Unveil Our Hearts at Passiontide – Susanna Spencer, NC Register
40 Days for Life: Standing Athwart History – Joe Bissonnette, Catholic Stand
Cardinal Robert Sarah Discusses the Sublimity of Silence – Joan Frawley Desmond, NC Rgstr

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THURSDAY EDITION

Philadelphia DA Seth Williams (Photo Credit: Houston Chronicle)

Philadelphia District Attorney Who Zealously Tried and Convicted Monsignor William Lynn, Indicted for Corruption and Bribery

by Matthew Archbold,

of Creative Minority Report

Marian Consecration is Not a “Nice” Thing to Do – Strahlen Smith, Catholic Stand
The Last of the Junior Seminarians – K.E. Colombini, Crisis Magazine
Lawsuit: Girl in Boys’ Locker Room Violated Student Privacy – Catholic News Agency via Reg
St. Paul Prayed for Onesiphorus, Who Was Dead – Dave Armstrong, Ntnl Catholic Register
Interview: Fr. Robert Sirico on Pope Francis & ‘Poverty Inc.’ – Devin Ryan, Acton Inst. Pwrblg
The Priest in Cassock is a Living Sermon – Brian Williams, Liturgy Guy
Gorsuch Made an Important Distinction when Asked about Assisted Suicide – Matt Hadro, CNA
4 Classic Films about the Shroud of Turin Available in One DVD – Justin McClain, epicPew
Watch This Little Girl Steal Pope Francis’ Hat – Catholic News Agency
Marie Collins Highlights Ongoing Tensions Over Vatican’s Handling of Clergy Abuse – E. Pentin
Do Media have a ‘Conscience?’ No;  When It Comes to Foster Care, Religious Liberty in TX – GR
The Efficacy of Prayer: Not Just Nice Thoughts – Jean Elizabeth Seah, Ignitum Today
Knights of Columbus Boost Aid to Persecuted Christians – Patty Knap, Ntnl Catholic Register
African Catholics Reject Communion for Remarried; Fine Example – Fr. A. Lucie-Smith Ph.D.
Fertility Awareness-Based Family Planning: Good for Both Body & Soul – Ana Maria Dumitru
Judge Gorsuch Nomination Backed by Dozens of Pro-life Groups – Catholic News Agency

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MONDAY EXTRA

Francesco Cardinal Coccopalmerio

“If You Don’t Commit Adultery, I’ll Kill Myself!” – “Well, Okay”

by Father John Zuhlsdorf,

of Fr. Z’s Blog

A Conversation with Jesus; A Heavy Cross to Bear – Ryan Kraeger, Ignitum Today
If You Neglect This Gift, You Will Go to Hell – Patti Maguire Armstrong, N.C. Register
Saudi Arabia’s Grand Mufti Wants Churches Destroyed; Why Bother? – Fr. A. Lucie-Smith Ph.D.
What Happens When Persecuted Christians Fight Back? – John L. Allen Jr., Crux
The State of Pope Francis’s Pontificate: Both Good & Not So Good – Andrea Gagliarducci, M.V.
These Gifs Perfectly Describe Every Confession Feel You’ve Ever Had – Chloe Mooradian, eP
7 Little-Known Prayers to St. Joseph Every Catholic Should Know – ChurchPop
Pope Francis & Sacred Musicians Call for the Reform of the Refrain – Nicholas Wolfram Smith
Young Samuel & Daniel Judged Elders: Traditionalism as Youth Movement – Kwasniewski Ph.D.
Let Me Kill It: The Violence of Being More Ethical Than Your Society – Patrick Malone, Cth Std
Pope Must Use Papal Visit to Highlight Plight of Egypt’s Christians – Fr. Alx Lucie-Smith Ph.D.
Would Vouchers Save Christian Schools, Or Nationalize & Secularize Them? – Jn. Zmirak Ph.D.
Humility vs. Humiliation: The Lessons of Christ and St. Francis – Gabriel Garnica, Cthlc Stnd
The Power of Family Faith Formation – Elisabeth Deffner, National Catholic Register
New York Times Misuses Data to Criticize Defunding of Planned Parenthood – Chuck Donovan
Saints of Lent: Saint Oliver Plunkett – Donald R. McClarey J.D., The American Catholic

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THURSDAY EDITION

Catholic Bishops See Trouble in Trump-backed LGBT Executive Order

from the Catholic News Agency

Wherein Fr. Z Apologizes and Explains a Response to a Reader’s Question – Fr. Z’s Blog
A Benedict of the Protestants? – Rod Dreher, TAC
Cardinal Müller Weighs in on ‘Amoris Lætitia’, Informally Answers the Five Dubia – Fr. Z’s Blog
Judge Neil Gorsuch on Religious Freedom, Euthanasia, and More. . . – Big Pulpit
Thousands of Priests Worldwide Call for Clarification of Amoris Lætitia – Edward Pentin, NCRg
An Antidote for Amoris Lætitia Angst – Mike White J.D., Catholic Stand
Boy Scouts: Gender Identity Is New Standard for Admission – Kevin J. Jones, CNA via The Reg
Catholic Peer Urges Govt to Pressure Pakistan to Stop Persecution of Christians – Sim. Caldwel
The Looming Dystopian Realities in the Name of Progressivism & Science – Ran. Smith Ph.D.
Here’s 12 More Weird Patron Saints, Because. . . Catholicism – Theresa Williams, epicPew
Listen for Jesus in Peaceful Silence – Charles McKinney, Catholic Spiritual Direction
Secularism, the New Ancien Régime – Samuel Gregg D.Phil., Catholic Herald
The Importance of Family Dinners – Dominic Cooray, Ignitum Today
German Bishops: Some Divorced-and-Remarried May Receive Communion – CNA via The CWR
An Innovator at the Vatican Museum – Francis X. Rocca, The Wall Street Journal
Aleppo: Once 250,000 Strong, Now Only 30,000 Christians Left; What Next? – John Pontifex
Iraqis’ Experiences Recall ‘What It Means to Live as a Christian’ – Hannah Brockhaus, CNA

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