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SATURDAY EDITION

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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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THURSDAY EDITION

episcopal-church-sign-decline-anglicansCrucified “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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CATHOLIC FRIDAY EDITION

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by Karlo Broussard

of Catholic Answers

There’s a Good Reason Christians Rarely Take Up Arms in the Middle East – Gerard Russell
Whose Legacy Will Last Longer, Benedict or Francis? – Fr. Raymond de Souza, Cthlc Herald
Quæritur: Parish Prayer Effort to Beg Protection f/ Islamic Terror; Wherein Fr. Z Rants – Fr. Z
Why You Do More Harm Than Good by Telling Others What Their Vocation Is – Alex R. Hey, eP
Fighting Fire with Fire: Christians are Fighting Back, But Is This Good? & Podcast – Ed West
How Far Back Should Coverage Go in Clergy Sex Scandals? 2 Newspapers Differ – Jim Davis
California’s Bishops Officially Neutral on Initiative to Legalize Pot – Valerie Shmalz, Crux
Christians Can’t Back Out of Modern Politics – Jonathan Wright, Catholic Herald
Piety and Politics: The Church’s Social Responsibility – Jordan Ballor, Acton Commentary
Pope’s Anti-Abuse Commission Helps Train New Catholic Bishops – Catholic News Agency
St. Anthony’s Kids Find Social Inclusion & Special-Needs Catholic Ed. in Pittsburgh – P.J. Smith

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CATHOLIC TUESDAY EXTRA

Pope Francis SpeakingA Survey of Conflicts Francis Sees Covered in ‘Shameful Silence’

by Inés San Martín

of Crux

Washington Post Cuts ‘Sacred Heart’: Katie Ledecky Had Help Winning Gold – Terry Mattingly
Dear New York Times, No, God Isn’t Transgender – Robert A.J. Gagnon, First Things
The Neo-Pagan Limits of the Olympics – John Paul Meenan, Crisis Magazine
Convert Companions: Of Merton & Waugh, Me & You – Rick Becker, National Catholic Register
How to Resolve Dropping Fertility Rate in the U.S.: Have More Babies! – Patti M. Armstrong
Indian Archbishop’s Death Marks Loss of a Giant for New Martyrs – John L. Allen Jr., Crux
Syrian Christians: Targeted in Aleppo, Still Being Ignored in the New York Times – Jim Davis
Amazing Video: Dad Has Alzheimers But Comes Back When He Sings – Matthew Archbold, CMR
Transform Your Hearts: Milwaukee’s Archbishop Addresses Riots – Crux
This Bill Aims to Ensure Churches can Help People Pay Medical Bills – Matt Hadro, Ct Nw Ag
Catholic Schools: A Community Institution – Andrew J. Vandiver, Catholic Lane

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FRIDAY MORNING EDITION

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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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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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BYZANTINE MONDAY EDITION

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Meet the Russian Priest Investigating the ‘Miraculous’ Holy Fire of Jerusalem

by Victor Khroul

of the Catholic Herald

A 1500-Year-Old Underground Byzantine Church Is Found in Turkey – Daniel Esparza, of Aleteia
Thousands Flock to ‘Miracle’ Icon at Chicago South Suburban Church – Manya B. Pashman
What I Learn from Orthodox Christians – Dave Griffey, Daffey Thoughts
Iconic Beauty: Museum Houses Icon Treasures in Rural New England – Stephen Beale, N.C. Reg
A Great Loss for Old New Yorkers & for Serbian Orthodox Believers – Terry Mattingly, Get Rel
Eastern Christian Leaders Face Grumbles as They Prepare for a Summit – The Economist
Odessa on Edge – Vladislav Davidzon, The American Interest
Pope Francis Names New Bishop for Arizona-Based Byzantine Eparchy – Kevin J. Jones, C.N.A.
Distributism from the East – Jason Streit, The Distributist Review
After Great Lent – Tim Markatos, First Things
Catholics Join Forces with Russian Orthodox to Rebuild Churches in Syria – Jon. Luxmoore
Pope Francis Opens Conversation on Deaconesses – Big Pulpit (May 12, 2016)
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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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EASTER TUESDAY EXTRA

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by Micaiah Bilger

of LifeNews.com

Middle East Patriarchs Plead for Peace in the Region – Catholic Herald
The Tuesday After Easter – Fr. James V. Schall S.J., The Catholic Thing
Ten Commandments: Favorite Scene – Donald R. McClarey J.D., The American Catholic
Remember: Catholics Believe Jesus Rose from the Dead – Patrick Malone, Catholic Stand
Seven (7) Anniversaries Every Catholic Should Celebrate – Stephen Mirarchi, Epic Pew
Samuel Gregg on Religious Pathologies – Marc Vander Maas, Power Blog
This 1891 Encyclical on Dueling Is Surprisingly Relevant Today – Shaun McAfee, N.C. Register
In Hollywood, God’s Still Not Dead – Nick Olszyk, The Catholic World Report
Bigotry Towards Catholics Showcased at the U.N. During Holy Week – Lisa Correnti, Cthlc Lane
Stop Treating Muslim Immigrants Like Cute, Adoptable Dogs – John Zmirak, The Stream
C.S. Lewis and his Circle (Oxford University Press) – Stuart Dunn, Stuart’s Study
For the Tributes to Mother Angelica (March 28, 2016) click here.
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