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TUESDAY EXTRA

6 December AD 2016

Crux: An Exercise in Contrasts Concerning ‘Amoris Lætitia’

by Father John Zuhlsdorf,

via Fr. Z’s Blog

Bp. Rob. McElroy: Climate Change Same as Abortion – Joshua E. Smith, S.D. Union-Tribune
Breaking Up With Your Church Over Politics & Turning Catholic – Clare Ansberry, The WSJ
How an Octogenarian Cleric Outwitted a Gang of Art Criminals – Noah Charney, Salon
The Press Try to Ruin a Popular TV Couple for Being Christian – Amir Azarvan, Crisis Mgzn
Love, Liberal Education & the Secret of Human Identity – Anthony Esolen Ph.D., Pub Dis
What Happened to St. Nicholas? – Thomas Craughwell, National Catholic Register
Hopes for Transfer of Archbishop Sheen’s Body High Despite Emergency Ruling – CNS via CH
Argentina: 2 Priests Arrested on Alleged Abuse of 22 Children at School for Deaf – AP via CH
Ritualistic, Formal Worship is a Good and Biblical Practice – Dave Armstrong, N.C. Register
Is it Wrong to Celebrate St. Nicholas During Advent? – Marge Fenelon, National Cthlc Register
Words Not Enough, US Must Help Christians who Survived Genocide – C. Anderson/Abp. Warda

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SUNDAY MORNING EDITION

4 December AD 2016

The Church is Not Putty in the Hands of “History”

by Anthony Esolen, Ph.D.,

of The Catholic Thing

The Irish Forest That Secretly Grew a Celtic Cross – Catholic News Agency
Double Standards on Abortion & Animal Rights – Ligia De Jesus Castaldi J.D., Pblc Discourse
Richard Dawkins Misrepresents Science – Amy McCaig, Rice University
The Strange Politics of the World Chess Championship – Carol Matlack, Bloomberg Pursuits
New Mass, Old Mass: Savor the Fullness – James Hooper, Catholic Stand
Just War Theory & Terrorism – Eric Patterson, Providence
Formation in Faery – Jean Elizabeth Seah, Ignitum Today
Lessons All Catholic Parents Can Learn from Mrs. Kim of Gilmore Girls – Theresa Williams, eP
Waiting To Give Birth With Mary – Melanie Jean Juneau, Catholic Stand
Humanitarian Needs Going Unmet in Iraq, Catholic Leaders Tell Congress – Cthlc News Agency
Several Sources Shelters: Where There’s Always Hope – Patty Knap, National Cthlc Register

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MONDAY EDITION

24 October AD 2016

The Dangers of Hillary Clinton

by Ross Douthat

of The New York Times

“I Think I am a ___, Therefore I am a ___.” – John Lawrence Hill, The Dispatch
The Master of Conflict in Film: “A Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing” – Jamey Brown, Catholic Stand
Pius XI is Back on the Job After a Nice Vacation, Available Online Again! – Fr. Z’s Blog
The Truth About the Crusades – Donald R. McClarey J.D., The American Catholic
Nothing has Changed at the Society of Christian Philosophers in the U.S. – Edward Feser Ph.D.
Thoughts on the Iowa Caucus of the Catholic Church – John L. Allen Jr., Crux
Leading Assyrian Christian: Now is the Last Chance to Protect Us – Stephen Herreid, Cth Vote
Judging and Loving – Marissa Standage, Ignitum Today
Why are Chinese Christians so Concerned about New Religious Affairs Regulations? – Mimi Lau
Does Pence’s Pro-Life Record Change Perceptions of Trump? – Birgit Jones, Catholic Stand
Iraqi Christians Rejoice Over Liberation of Qaraqosh – Maria Lozano, Catholic Lane

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SATURDAY EDITION

22 October AD 2016

An Exorcist Explains How to Protect Yourself Against Demonic Harassment

by Patti Maguire Armstrong

of the National Catholic Register

What Will You Do When the Persecution Comes? – Anthony Esolen Ph.D., Crisis Magazine
Book Review: Robert Harris – Conclave – Fr. John Zuhlsdorf, Fr. Z’s Blog
On the Matter of Catholic Voter Guides – Fr. Jerry J. Pokorsky, The Catholic Thing
Writing about the Devil isn’t Lunacy – It’s the Purest Realism – Francis Phillips, Cthlc Herald
How to Resolve Alleged Gospel Contradictions – Trent Horn, Catholic Answers
Noble Beauty As Seen in Recent Gothic and Baroque Inspired Vestment Work – Shawn Tribe
Religion in Public? Our Modern Political Stupor – Jeffrey A. Mirus Ph.D., C.C.
Faith in Putinism: The Russian Orthodox Church-State Symbiosis – Joseph Kremers, The CWR
The Strategic Case for a Safe Haven in Northern Iraq – Robert Nicholson, Providence Magazine
The Cry of the Poor: The 30th Sunday of Ordinary Time – John Bergsma Ph.D., TSP

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TUESDAY EDITION

11 October AD 2016

Women ‘Priests’, Politics, and Holy Communion: What Pope Francis’s New Cardinals Believe

via Catholic Herald

Pope’s Choice of Cardinals Underlines Commitment to ‘Irreversible’ Change – Phil Lawler, C.C.
When it Comes to Infinity, the Confusion of Atheists is Boundless – Angelo Stagnaro, The Reg
Book Review: A Fiercely Intellectual Book on the Moral Complexities of Sex – Fiorella Nash
Feminist Protesters Assault Catholic Cathedral in Argentina – Inés San Martín, Crux
Kudos to InterVarsity Christian Fellowship – Fr. John Zuhlsdorf, Fr. Z’s Blog
What is the Difference between Radical Dissent and Non-Assent? – Fr. Basil Cole O.P., TaChF
We Must Speak Out More Boldly on Behalf of Persecuted Christians – Rebecca Hamilton, NCRg
Online Education: Helping Catechetical Leaders Thrive – Saint Joseph’s College, Crux
Catholic Assembly: E.U. Must be More Democratic to Avoid Break-Up – Simon Caldwell, C.H.
Bishop Ministers to the People behind the Kentucky Derby – Joyce Duriga, Crux
New York Archdiocese Offers Compensation to Victims of Sex Abuse – C.N.A. via The Reg

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THURSDAY EDITION

6 October AD 2016

Crucified “Christa”: A Sign of Faith Lost; The Episcopal Church

by Jeffrey A. Mirus, Ph.D.,

of Catholic Culture

Diocese of Rome’s Guidelines for ‘Amoris Lætitia’; Wherein Fr. Z Rants, Offers Solution – Fr. Z
On Voting by Not Voting – Fr. James V. Schall S.J., The Dispatch
To Understand Why the Church Battled Communism, Just Look at Russia – Francis Phillips
“Now All That Is Gone”: The Vanishing Christian Communities of Iraq and Syria – K.V. Turley
Introibo: A New App for Traditional Latin Mass Altar Servers – Gregory DiPippo, New Lit Mov
Burying the Denial of Jesus’ Burial – Karlo Broussard, Catholic Answers
Football and the Hail Mary – Carrie Gress Ph.D., National Catholic Register
Fr. Donald Calloway: Champions of the Rosary [Podcast] – Taylor Marshall Ph.D.
Full Text: Common Declaration of Pope Francis & the Archbishop of Canterbury – Cthlc Herald
Pope Francis and China – Attempts for a Thaw? – Andrea Gagliarducci, Catholic News Agency
After Hurricane Matthew Strikes Haiti, Relief Agencies are on the Move – Kev. J. Jones, C.N.A.

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FRIDAY MORNING EDITION

5 August AD 2016

Who are the Members of the New “Women Deacons” Study Group?

by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf,

of Fr. Z’s Blog

Vice Pres. Jos. Biden Officiated at “Same-Sex Wedding”, Where are His Pastors? – Fr. Z’s Blog
Here’s What the Uniforms for the Vatican Olympic Team Would Look Like – Alex R. Hey, eP
Ben-Hur, 2016: A Classic Tale for a New Generation – Jim Graves, The Catholic World Report
On Papal Language: Fundamentalism, My Foot; Or Christ’s Feet, Hands & Side – J. Mirus Ph.D.
Want to Help Persecuted Christians? A Few Easy Steps – Kevin J. Jones, Cthlc News Agency
Do We Even Care about Christians Oppressed in Muslim Lands? – Dave Griffey, Daffey Thoughts
Evolution and Faith, Updated – Howard Kainz Ph.D., The Catholic Thing
Pro-Abortion Catholic Politicos: The Modern Heresy – Joe Kral Ph.D., Truth & Charity Forum
New Name for New Politics Aggregator News Website – Tito Edwards, Big Pulpit
The Problem of Satanic After-School Clubs – Marcia Segelstein, N.C. Register
Atlanta Archbishop on Racial Reconciliation: Everyone Has a Role to Play – Peter J. Smith
Always Prepared: Readings for the 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time – John Bergsma Ph.D., TSP
Vote to Name the New Civilization Aggregator News Website – Tito Edwards, Big Pulpit
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23 May AD 2016 16 Comments

Iraqi Christian Girl — Note: This is not the girl mentioned in the article, but this is an actual Christian refugee from Iraq. (Photo: Reuters/Ahmed Jadallah)

With Final Words, Christian Girl Begs Forgiveness for I.S.I.S. for Killing Her

by Matthew Archbold

of the National Catholic Register

Five (5) Great Places of Islamic History in the U.S. – Furqan Shaikh, Patheos
The Crusades Were a Reasonable Response to Unchecked Islamic Aggression – Ang. Stagnaro
Why Are Millions of Muslims Becoming Christian? – Sherry Weddell, National Cthlc Register
Pope Francis Hails Election of Sadiq Khan as Mayor of London – Staff Reporter, Catholic Herald
Priest Tortured by Muslim Terrorists Tells Story of Christian Genocide – Angelo Stagnaro
How Kosovo Was Turned Into Fertile Ground for I.S.I.S. – Carlotta Gall, The New York Times
Why Pope Francis’ Visit Matters to Armenians – Mary Rezac and Elise Harris, Cth Nws Agncy
Islam: Reform & Other Options – Matthew Hanley, The Catholic Thing
Nigerian Bishops Ask Their President for Action on Christians’ Rights – Catholic Lane
The Suffering of Syria’s Christians Taught Him How to be a Priest – Catholic News Agency
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10 May AD 2016 5 Comments

Should Christians Apologize for the Crusades?

by Bruce P. Frohnen, J.D.,

of Crisis Magazine

Good Islam vs. Bad Islam – William Kilpatrick Ph.D., Crisis Magazine
Why Iraq Wasn’t What I Thought – Elise Harris, Catholic News Agency
Tortured by Islamists, Strengthened by Christ – Patrick Coffin, Catholic Answers
Does Turkish President Erdogan Want His Own Islamic State? – Mustafa Akyol, Al Monitor
Medieval Order of Mercy Continues to Assist Suffering Christians – Susan Klemond, The Rgstr
Where Is the Outrage? UN Event Highlights ISIS’ ‘Genocide’ Against Christians – Ang. Stagnaro
Melkite Archbishop of Aleppo: Canada Accepting Refugees Won’t Help Syria – Phi. Vaillancourt
Rome’s Trevi Fountain Illuminated Red to Remember Persecuted Christians – Edward Pentin
Aleppo Archbishop: The Ancient Faith in Syria Needs Your Support Now – Natl Cthlc Register
How Christians in Syria Keep the Faith Amid a Civil War – Matt Hadro, Catholic News Agency
Witnesses Tell U.N. of Genocide of Christians in Middle East – Rebecca Oas Ph.D., Cthlc Lane
Amoris Lætitia, Post Examen – Big Pulpit (May 10, 2016)
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25 April AD 2016 10 Comments

Will the U.S. Take Action To Protect the Victims of Islamic State Genocide?

by Matt Hadro

of the Catholic News Agency

The Crusades: A Response to Islamic Jihad – Brian M. English, Crisis Magazine
Armenian Genocide of 1915 by the Turkish Muslims: An Overview – John Kifner, N.Y. Times
Turkish Pres. Erdogan Seizes 6 Churches, Making Them State Property – Mic. Van Der Galien
Erdogan: Shut Up About Armenians or We’ll Hurt Them Again – Christopher Hitchens, Slate
Did Shakespeare Predict the Muslim Conquest of Europe? – John Zmirak Ph.D., The Stream
For Christians in Aleppo, Syria, Life Remains a Struggle – ACN-USA News, Catholic Lane
Inside the Refugee Crisis: Following Iraqis in Jordan – Dom. Burbidge & Olive U. Nsababera
Middle East: Bulldozed for a Shopping Mall? What Might Happen to These Church Ruins – C.N.A.
Cultural Identity Theft – William Kilpatrick, Crisis Magazine
Was Islamic Rule in Medieval Spain an Interfaith Eden? – William Kilpatrick, Natl Cth Register
Realism and Islam – Fr. James V. Schall S.J., The Catholic World Report
Amoris Lætitia: The Infamous Footnote 351 – Big Pulpit (April 11, 2016)
Five Serious Problems with Chapter 8 of Amoris Laetitia – Big Pulpit (April 24, 2016)
Amoris Lætitia, Amoris Defetiscenia – Big Pulpit (April 28, 2016)
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