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MONDAY MORNING EDITION

Woman Carries the Blessed Sacrament in a Diocese Led by a Bishop of Opus Dei (Credit: Screen Shot from Gloria.tv)

Woman Carried Out Priestly Duties in Diocese Led by an Opus Dei Bishop

. . .it is probable that widespread Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and many Masses coram Sanctissimo preserved Austria from the Protestant revolt, or so I have been told. . .

by Father John Zuhlsdorf,

of Fr. Z’s Blog

Live Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Adorecast
11-Year-Old Proves Hawking’s Theory on God Wrong, the Internet Agrees – Bec. Roach
Fr. Tom Reese Wants You To Vote Pro-Abortion – Fr. Z’s Blog
5 Classic Films with Hidden Catholic Angles – Shaun McAfee O.P., Ntnl Catholic Register
Soccer Star Didn’t Play for US National Team Over LGBT Jersey – Nancy Flory, The Strm
Here is What Early Christians Believed about the Eucharist – Philip Kosloski, Aleteia
The Great Pop Culture War – Ross Douthat, The New York Times
Private Revelations Concerning Hidden Life of Mary – Jos. Costa, Mystics of the Church
Early Summer Book Reviews – Homiletic & Pastoral Review
Music at Mass: Fewer Guitars, More Chant – Sarah Coffey, Ignitum Today
Interview of Pro-Marriage Student Kicked Out of “Catholic” Providence Col. – CthVote
How Did Life Begin? – Robert Kurland Ph.D., The American Catholic
Why There’s an Increased Interest in Homeschooling – Tony Perkins, The Stream
Benedict XVI on Three Purposes for Corpus Christi – Fr. Z’s Blog
These Ohio Catholics are Working to Meet the Needs of Refugees – J. Flood, The CWR
Overcoming Dryness in Prayer – Michael Cretaro, Catholic Stand
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SVNDAY MORNING EDITION

Jesus & the Fig Tree (Credit: Screen Shot from Catholic Answers Magazine)

Why Does Jesus Curse the Fig Tree?

. . .the fig tree isn’t a moral agent.  It’s not self-aware.  & it’s not being punished.  Rather, the fig tree is an obvious reference to Israel’s spiritual sterility. . .

by Joe Heschmeyer,

of Catholic Answers Magazine

Live Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Adorecast
When ‘Faith Alone’ Meets ‘Scripture Alone’ – D.M. Beaumont Ph.D., Cthlc Answrs Mgzn
Chastity is a Boy’s Best Friend – Thomas J. Nash, The Dispatch via The Cthlc World Rprt
The Interior Life & Excessive Work – Stefan Cardinal Wyszynski, Catholic Exchange
Being Our Brother’s Keeper Requires Moral Judgment – Regis Nicoll, Crisis Magazine
12 Famous People Who’ve Relied on the Virgin Mary – Cerith Gardiner, Aleteia
What You Need to Know about the Norbertines – Philip Kosloski, Aleteia
A Visual Guide to 3 Types of Christian Martyrdom – Philip Kosloski, Aleteia
A Look at the Fruits of the Holy Spirit – Msgr. Charles Pope, Community in Mission
Was John the Baptist Born Free of Original Sin? – Philip Kosloski, Aleteia
Men & Women and the Authority of God – Susan Skinner, Catholic Stand
How the Blessed Mother Encourages Her Little Ones – Suellen Brewster, Catholic Stand
God: Eternity, Free Will, & the World – Dennis Bonnette Ph.D., Strange Notions
Marking Time With Meaning – Fr. Raymond J. de Souza, Convivium
Defending Rebirth by Water – Karlo Broussard, Catholic Answers Magazine
Child of God – Noel Ethan Tran, Ignitum Today
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SATVRDAY EDITION

The 1965 Mass (Credit: The Amish Catholic)

A Relic of the 1965 Liturgy

. . .that strange Mass produced by the Council in 1965, an interim liturgy somewhere between the Usus Antiquior & the Novus Ordo, was often accompanied by a distinctive style – at once traditional & fresh, what has been called by some “The Other Modern”. . .

by Rick Yoder,

of The Amish Catholic

Live Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Adorecast
Fact Check: Did Card. Dolan Lend Rihanna His Mitre? – Dan Hitchens, Catholic Herald
What Nietzsche Got Right – Fr. Dwight Longenecker
Joyful Devotion to St. Joseph with Fr. Donald Calloway, M.I.C. – Catholic Exchange
AP Fails to Report That Alfie Evans Was Denied Food & Water – Tom Blumer, Life News
The Experience of Pain & the Gift of Growth – Alyssa Morrisroe, Catholic Stand
So You Seek A Miracle? – The Traditian Order
Isn’t NFP Just Catholic “Birth Control?” – Jenny Uebbing, Mama Needs Coffee
(Catholic) Family Trees — Unlocking Church History via Genealogy – Tho. L. McDonald
Young, Smart, & Pro-Life in Ireland – Mary Kenny, Catholic Herald
15 Marian Quotes Perfect for Catholic Mothers, by Ginny Kochis at Not So Formulaic
Company Hates Misery – Kevin Clark, Crisis Magazine
My Chat with Jennifer Fulwiler: How Fashion Will Change Your Life! – Meghan Ashley
Don’t Be Afraid of Adoption, by Elizabeth Kirk at The Leaven
Catholicism, Fundraising, Book Launches, & Overcoming Struggles – Brice Sokolowski
Motherhood as a Path to Sainthood, by Allison Ciraulo at Church Life Journal
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SVNDAY EDITION

Nuns Adoring Jesus at the Sacred Heart Basilica in Paris (Credit: Alderosaz from Shutterstock via Aleteia)

133 Years of Perpetual Adoration

. . .a group of nuns pray in Adoration at the Basilica of the Sacred Heart (Sacré-Cœur) in Paris, France.  Since 1885 (before construction of the basilica had been completed) the Blessed Sacrament has been continually on display in a monstrance above the high altar.  Perpetual adoration of the Blessed Sacrament has continued uninterrupted in the basilica since 1885. . .

from Aleteia

4 Simple Ways to Increase Your Devotion at Every Mass – Chloe Langr, epicPew
5 Reasons Why You Should Pray a Daily Rosary – Melissa Guerrero, epicPew
The First Thing You Should Know About the Four Last Things – Fr. John P. Cush S.T.D.
Humility is Hard – A Meditation on Some Aspects of Humility – Msgr. Charles Pope
A Journey Thru the Charismatic Renewal, from Evangelical to Catholic – J. Shepherd
10 Ways to Open Up to the Holy Spirit – Fr. Ed Broom O.M.V., Catholic Exchange
St. Laurence O’Toole’s Heart Found in Dublin Park – Michael Kelly, Catholic Herald
Warmth in the World of Religious Sisters – Sarah Greydanus, Catholic Stand
The Story of the True Cross, by Piero della Francesca – Gregory DiPippo, New Lit Mov
8 Bishops Reveal How God Called Them to Be His Priests – Jim Graves, NC Register
The Saints Slay the Dragons & Adore the Lamb – Fr. George W. Rutler S.T.D. Th.D.
Participation in the Mass – Dan Burke, Catholic Spiritual Direction
What You Need to Know about the Order of St. Augustine – Philip Kosloski, Aleteia
The Life of a Gardener: Prayer & St. Teresa of Avila – Fr. Nicholas Blackwell O. Carm.
Patience—A Beautiful Fruit – Sister Marie Estelle O.C.D., Integrated Catholic Life™
Peace Be With You – Carol Monaco, Catholic Stand
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SVNDAY EDITION

(Credit: National Catholic Register)

Confessions of a Traditional Catholic

. . .”The Holy Mass alone is ‘heaven on earth’”. . .

by Jim Graves,

of the National Catholic Register

A New Era for American Catholicism – Tim Stanley, Catholic Herald
This Hermit-Nun Hasn’t Spoken for 16 Years, But Here’s What She Tells Us – A. Malec
The Life of a Hermit: A Glimpse Inside the Little-Known State of Life – Ma. Rezac, CNA
What St. Elizabeth of the Trinity Can Teach Us On Loving the Eucharist – Fr. E. Looney
A Glimpse into Grandeur: Art of the Gesù Church – Kinga U. Lipinska, Ltrgcl Arts Jour.
Ten Ways We Can Grow in Love with the Eucharist – Fr. Ed Broom O.M.V., Cthlc Exchng
Three Ways to Show Gratitude to God – Jeannie Ewing, Catholic Exchange
The Magisterium of the Sacred Liturgy – Fr. Jerry Pokorsky, Catholic Culture
The Amazing Grace of the Eucharist: Ecclesia de Eucharistia at 15 – Ch. Carstens, Reg
What You Need to Know about the Order of St. Benedict – Philip Kosloski, Aleteia
Astronomer Saints Who Wed Science & Faith Together – Philip Kosloski, Aleteia
Christ comes from Heaven to Host: We Must Meet Him There – Vic. Burbach, Plcn’s Brst
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FRIDAY MORNING EDITION

Fr. Javier Olivera & Sister Marie de la Sagasse (Credit: Fr. Javier Olivera via Catholic News Agency)

They Were Going to Get Married; Now He’s a Priest & She’s a Sister

. . .before discovering their vocations, Fr. Javier Olivera & Sister Marie de la Sagesse were engaged & planning their wedding.  God had other plans. . .

from ACI Prensa

via Catholic News Agency

Jesuits to Host Homosexual “Pride Prom” at Marquette University – Fr. Z’s Blog
Gallup: ‘Spirit of Vatican II/Francis Effect’ Program Has Failed – David Warren, TCT
Pope Francis Says: ‘Convert, So You Don’t End Up in Hell’ – John Clark, NC Register
And the Horses the Progressives Rode in On – Donald R. McClarey J.D., TACatholic
Appointee to Iowa Board of Med. Rejected ’cause of Her Comments at CWR – C. Olson
What is a Man? What is a Woman? – Fr. Dwight Longenecker
True Love: Elderly Man Tenderly Combs Wife’s Hair After Entering Hospital – N. Flory
Is it Realistic to Think We Will Ever End Abortion? Yes. Here’s Why – Brad Mattes, LN
Police Stop Alfie Evans’ Parents from Saving Him – Steven Ertelt, Life News
The Swiss Guard Uniform was Not Designed by Michelangelo – John Burger, Aleteia
Resurrection & Liturgy in A Tale of Two Cities – Brian K. Miller J.D., Law, Literature. . .
ACLU Tries to Drag Catholic Charities Into Illegal Immigrant Abortions – Mar. Cleveland
The 10 Free Technologies Every Catholic Charity Must Use – Brice Sokolowski
How to Transition Your Wardrobe from Winter to Spring – Meghan Ashley
The Future of the Pro-Life Movement Is in Africa – Stefano Gennarini J.D., Public Dscrs
Pontifical Comm. for Latin America Proposes Synod on Women – Junno A. Esteves, CH
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THVRSDAY AFTERNOON EDITION

Annals Tacitus (Credit: Aleteia)

Here’s the Historical Evidence from Non-Christian Sources that Jesus Lived & Died

. . .a wealth of written evidence exists to prove Christianity is not based on a fairy tale. . .

by Zelda Caldwell,

of Aleteia

So Much For The ‘Francis Effect’ – Rod Dreher, TAC Blogger
The Sovereign Merciless Order of Malta – Another Step Toward Creepy – Fr. Z’s Blog
Paul Ryan Thinks He Won – Matthew Walther, The Week
The Big Catholic Showdown? Liberalism vs. Integralism at Harvard – N. Peters Ph.D.
What Would Have Stopped Martin Luther – Michael D. Breidenbach Ph.D., First Things
How to Transition Your Wardrobe from Winter to Spring – Meghan Ashley
The 10 Free Technologies Every Catholic Charity Must Use – Brice Sokolowski
German Bishops at War – Jon Anderson, Catholic Herald
Secular Humanism’s Awful Inhumanity – Tom Gilson, The Stream
Islam, Immigration, & the Decaying Christian West – Derya Little, Crisis Magazine
Why the Social Engineers of the 60’s Failed to Make a “Great Society” – R Ebeling, FEE
Casting Aspersions – Randall B. Smith Ph.D., The Catholic Thing
What Makes Jesus Different from Other Religious “Founders?” – Sean Mitchell, CE
Good Intentions/Dangerous Intentions – Alyssa Morrisroe, Catholic Stand
This is How the Vatican Should Deal with China – David Mulroney, Catholic Herald
Why Having a Philosopher at the Office is a Good Business Choice – S. Hendricks, BTh
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MONDAY EVENING EDITION

Young Businessman Throwing Away the Bible (Credit: New Liturgical Movement)

How the Liturgy May Open or Close the Door to Christ

. . .the data keep pouring in about how young people are abandoning Christianity in droves.  This cuts across all denominational lines.  Recent studies like the Shell-Jugendstudie show that church isn’t one of the places young people are likely to be found as a rule . . . What exactly is the problem? . . .

by Peter A. Kwasniewski, Ph.D.,

of the New Liturgical Movement

I Respond to Fr. James Martin about “Official” Teaching on Homosexuality – Fr. Z’s Blg
Was Card. Burke Referring to Us? – Deborah Gyapong, The Anglicanorum Coetibus Soc.
Things the Saints Never Said – Shaun McAfee O.P., epicPew
Chappaquiddick & Us – Donald R. McClarey J.D., The American Catholic
How American Schools Standardized Madness – Matthew Walther, The Week
Pope Issues Lengthy Apostolic Exhortation on Universal Call to Holiness – Edw. Pentin
Do Catholics Have Legitimate Fears about Immigration? – Wil. Kilpatrick Ph.D., Crisis
Confusing the Government With God – John Zmirak Ph.D., The Stream
The Devil is Real & Not Just a Symbol, Pope Francis Says in Exhortation – J.A. Esteves
Notes from the Sibling Society – John Waters, First Things
Inquiring into the Western Tradition: A Great Books Education – S. Rieley & J. Wysocki
Jesus Was Troubled – Edward Monti, Catholic Stand
The Annunciation – The 1st Joyful Mystery – Fr. Z’s Blog
Mainstream Journalism’s Religion Problem – John M. Grondelski Ph.D., Crisis Magazine
Could Christian Democracy Solve the UK & US’s Problems? – Fr. A. Lucie-Smith Ph.D.
Rising Scion: Jacob Rees-Mogg’s Economic & Religious Formation – Mark R. Royce
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EASTER SVNDAY EDITION

The Confession by Giuseppe Molteni c. A.D. 1838 (Credit: CatholicVote.org)

Can a Priest Refuse to Hear Your Confession if He Knows You?

by Cathy Caridi, J.C.L.,

of Canon Law Made Easy

Marcus Grodi Reflects on Trends in Conversions, & the Mystery of Grace – Jea. Flood
Does Your Temperament Affect Your Spiritual Life? – Dan Burke, Cthlc Spiritual Drctn
Pope Francis’ Homily at Easter Vigil Mass – Edward Pentin, NC Register
Intellectual Conversion is Proof of the Existence of God – Sophia Feingold, NC Register
Happy Easter! Here’s Our Best Easter Content to Celebrate the Day – ChurchPop
Easter Morning – Fr. David Vincent Meconi S.J., Homiletic & Pastoral Review
Jesus’ Mysterious Resurrection Appearances (& More! Live Stream) – Jimmy Akin
Easter Sunday Readings Explained – John Bergsma Ph.D., The Sacred Page
Emmaus Iconography – David, Icons & Their Interpretation
What is the Act of Contrition? – Fr. Michael Kerper, Catholic Exchange
Ex Oriente Lux — Happy Easter! – New Catholic, Rorate Cæli
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HOLY SATVRDAY SPECIAL

Christ Preaching to Dead by Duccio (Credit: Community in Mission)

Where Is Jesus Between His Death & Resurrection?

. . .where is Christ after He dies on Friday afternoon & before He rises on Easter Sunday? Both Scripture & Tradition answer this question. . .

by Monsignor Charles Pope,

of Community in Mission

Jesus Miraculously Appears, Tells Man to Convert from Islam to Catholicism – ChrchPop
St. Joseph’s Apparition in the United States – Joseph Pronechen, NC Register
Why ‘Quo Vadis’ is the Epic Easter Film You Need to See – Matthew Becklo, Aleteia
An Overlooked Chapter in the Life of Blessed Paul VI – Joanna Bogle, The CWR
The Mystery of the Three Crosses – Fr. Dwight Longenecker
Holy Triduum – Edward Feser Ph.D.
How American Seminarians in Rome Celebrate Holy Week – CNA via The CWR
Spend a Little Time with Your Patron Saint This Holy Saturday – Michael Davis, CH
Easter Vigil Readings Explained – John Bergsma Ph.D., The Sacred Page
The Sacrament of Union – Dan Burke, Catholic Spiritual Direction
Decorating with the Glorious Easter Lily – Carrie Gress Ph.D., my favorite cthlc things
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GOOD FRIDAY SPECIAL

Christ Crucified by Diego Velázquez c. A.D. 1632 (Credit: NCRegister.com)

13 Myths of the Crucifixion

. . .when we see Christ on his Cross, we see him exercising his priesthood. . .

by Thomas McGovern, M.D.,

of the National Catholic Register

Was There Really Darkness & an Earthquake at the Crucifixion? – Billy Ryan, uCatholic
The Papal Chapel of Good Friday in 1936 – Shawn R. Tribe, Liturgical Arts Journal
Good Friday & the Hidden Meanings of Golgotha: Who’s Skull Was It? – Scott Smith J.D.
Another Doctor at Calvary – Thomas McGovern M.D., National Catholic Register
9 Things You Need to Know About Good Friday – Jimmy Akin, National Catholic Register
This is the Dark Night, the Dance of Heaven, Our Redemption – Dan Burke, NC Register
Triduum Traditions – Sister Christina M. Neumann, Catholic Lane
God Is Dead – David Warren, The Catholic Thing
Report to the Emperor-First Draft – Donald R. McClarey J.D., The American Catholic
What Can We Learn From Thieves on Crosses? – John Clark, National Catholic Register
Good Friday: The Start of a New Beginning – Fr. John A. Perricone, Crisis Magazine
Sins & Forgiveness – A Reflection on the Passion – Dom Cingoranelli, Catholic Stand
The Perfect Sacrifice, The Eucharist – Fr. Ian Van Heusen, uCatholic
Passiontide Chronology: Good Friday – Msgr. Charles Pope, Community in Mission
Through the Eyes of Faith: A Passion Play, Parts I, & II – Mark C. McCann, Catholic Stand
Human Brotherhood – Erin Cain, Ignitum Today
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MAVNDY THVRSDAY AFTERNOON SPECIAL

St. Elizabeth of the Trinity (Credit: by Dan Burke, Screengrab via NCRegister.com)

Christ’s Deepest Desire, as Revealed by a French Mystic

. . .“Jesus desire is for us to be with him in Communion. This is what he aches for”. . .

by  Patti Maguire Armstrong,

of the National Catholic Register

What is Easter? – Fr. James V. Schall S.J., Crisis Magazine
10 Things You Need to Know About Holy Thursday – Jimmy Akin, NC Register
Benedict XVI’s Brief Guide to the Paschal Triduum – Philip Kosloski, Aleteia
Three Indulgences You Can Receive During the Easter Triduum – Billy Ryan, uCatholic
Some Anglo-Saxon Easter Customs – A Clerk of Oxford
Judas Explains It All – Donald R. McClarey J.D., The American Catholic
Betrayal at the Last Supper – Fr. Ralph Gorman, Catholic Exchange
Saint Peter & the Last Supper – Donald R. McClarey J.D., The American Catholic
Pilate: The King’s Friend? – Kevin Aldrich, Catholic Stand
Pre-Pius-XII-Reform Dominican Rite Easter Vigil – Fr. Augustine Thompson O.P., NLM
Herod & Pilate—on Trial – Joe Heschmeyer, Catholic Answers Magazine
The Ambrosian Mass of Holy Thursday – Gregory DiPippo, New Liturgical Movement
Pilgrims Keep Watch with Christ in Venerable Holy Thursday Tradition – CNA/The CWR
Pope’s Prison Visit on Holy Thursday Recalls Iconic John XXIII Moment – John Allen
Let Your Blood Pour Out – Julie Machado, Catholic Stand
Crossing the Threshold of Holy Week – Sister Tim. Marie O.C.D., Intgrtd Catholic Life™
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