Pope Francis

SATURDAY MORNING EDITION

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Pope Fires Back at His Critics Over ‘Amoris Lætitia’ and Discusses Ecumenism

by Inés San Martín,

of Crux

Pope Francis Puts his Enemies Not on the Rack, but the Couch – John L. Allen Jr., Crux
The Church’s “Obsession” with Sex – Jimmy Akin, Catholic Answers
Protect Your Library the Medieval Way, with Horrifying Book Curses – Sarah Laskow, Atls Obsc
Does Amoris Lætitia Resolve Genuine Moral Dilemmas? – John Meinert, Crisis Magazine
Aslan is a Lion – Ken Kniepmann, Catholic Stand
The 21st-Century Habsburg Mission – Eduard Habsburg, Catholic Herald
The Tower of Babel and the Struggle to Be Like God – Maria Cintorino, Crisis Magazine
Court Rules Bishop Sheen’s Body Goes to Peoria – Joseph Pronechen, N.C. Register
Everything You Need to Know about a Consistory for New Cardinals – Inés San Martín, Crux
Clericalism and the Catholic Refugee – K.E. Colombini, Crisis Magazine
Immigration is a Family Issue – An Interview with Archbishop Gomez – Matt Hadro, C.N.A.

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pope-francis-and-raymond-cardinal-burkeRaymond Cardinal Burke: We Will Make ‘Formal Act of Correction’ if Pope Francis Doesn’t Issue Amoris Lætitia Clarification

by Dan Hitchens,

of Catholic Herald

On Request for Clarification of Amoris Lætitia, the Pope’s Silence Speaks Volumes – Phil Lawler
When was the Last Time You Heard Those Words? – Fr. John Zuhlsdorf, Fr. Z’s Blog
Why hasn’t Pope Francis Replied to the 4 Cardinals’ Letter? – Dan Hitchens, Catholic Herald
Rolling Stone Scribe Who Wrote Bogus Priest Abuse Blasted for Another False Story – TMR
Pope Francis and His Marriage Statements Create a Mess – Bai MacFarlane, Spero News
Acton Institute’s Fr. Sirico Comments on Pope Francis’ Remarks on Money – Fr. Z’s Blog
Rigidity in Defense of the Liturgy is No Vice – Adam A.J. DeVille Ph.D., The Dispatch
Islamist ‘Hyper-Extremism’ could Destabilise the West’s Social Fabric, Says Major Study – CH
French Preview of Interview with Cardinal-Designate Farrell about ‘Amoris Lætitia’ – Fr. Z
Interview with Cardinal Burke about Their Five Dubia about Problems in Amoris Lætitia – Fr. Z
DiNardo Says It’s ‘Crazy’ to See His Election as Anti-Francis Vote – Inés San Martín, Crux
A Review of At Play in God’s Creation: An Illuminating Coloring Book – Liesl Bee, Ignitum Tdy
USCCB Day Two – Matthew Bunson, National Catholic Register
U.S. Bishops Urged To Do More to Help Persecuted Christians – Catholic News Service via CH
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pope-francis-in-the-windBombshell: The Four Cardinals Letter to Pope Francis – “Seeking Clarity”

by Father John Zuhlsdorf,

via Fr. Z’s Blog

Pope Francis Declines to Answer Four Cardinals’ Amoris Lætitia Appeal – Dan Hitchens
The Coming Second Reformation – Shane Schaetzel, Fully Christian
A Poll on the “Sign of Peace” – Fr. John Zuhlsdorf, Fr. Z’s Blog
Legal, But Moral? Reminder Why Catholic Church Opposes Recreational Drug Use – J. McClain
Is Traditionalism a Spiritual Malady? – Peter A. Kwasniewski Ph.D., New Liturgical Movement
The Heartbreaking Rise of Suicide Among Young People – Marcia Segelstein, N.C. Register
New Book Offers Sophisticated Defense of Religious Liberty – Rachel Lu, Crisis Magazine
Deadlifts, Burgers & Fiction: Maccabee Podcast 011 – Taylor Marshall Ph.D., Maccabee Soc.
Blind Spots – Erin Cain, Ignitum Today
Does God Answer Prayer? – Bart Schuchts, Catholic Stand
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MONDAY EDITION

hillary-clinton-in-red-jumpsuitWhy Catholics Dislike Hillary: The Real Reason, Not the CNN Reason

by Kathy Schiffer,

of Seasons of Grace

Trump “Deplorables” Living in Bizarreland – Howard P.Kainz Ph.D., Catholic Stand
Pope Francis’ Reform: How Will the New Dicasteries be Designed? – Andrea Gagliarducci, MV
Fr. Rutler on Presidential Election: One Side is Flawed, but the Other is Evil – Rorate Cæli
What Part of ‘Never’ does America Magazine Fail to Understand? – Phil Lawler, C.C.
Trump’s Video Message to Catholics – Fr. John Zuhlsdorf, Fr. Z’s Blog
Election Forecast – Donald R. McClarey J.D., The American Catholic
We Have No King but Christ – Rachel Lu, National Catholic Register
Reason vs. Atheism: A Review of “Faith with Good Reason. . .” by Ben Butera – Kurland Ph.D.
Election 2016: A Supremely Important Decision – Michael Warsaw, N.C. Register
Trump Embodies the American Spirit – Julie Machado, Catholic Stand
Extraordinary Jubilee: Extraordinary Divine Mercy – Editor, Ignitum Today

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MONDAY EXTRA

grunge-flag-of-swedenIntercommunion on Pope’s Trip to Sweden?

by Leroy Huizenga,

of The Catholic World Report

Five Things You Need to Know About the Protestant Reformation – K. Albert Little, TCC
The Problem with Facebook Mommy Groups – Emily Holt, Crisis Magazine
For Your Ultimate Cool File – Fr. John Zuhlsdorf, Fr. Z’s Blog
To Hell With Halloween – Trent Beattie, Catholic Lane
Exorcist Advice on How to Protect Yourself – Patti Maguire Armstrong, Cthlc Sprtl Drctn
Faith, Reason & the Transgender Movement – Steven Jonathan Rummelsburg, Cthlc Stand
Questions and Answers about Pope Francis’s Visit to Sweden – Nicole Winfield, A.P. via Crux
Our Political Duty Concerning Abortion – A. Castañeda S.T.L. & F.E. Vizcarrondo M.D.
Happy Halloween! – Donald R. McClarey J.D., The American Catholic
7 Ways to Make Your All Saints Day Happier Than Your Halloween – Justin McClain, epicPew

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SATURDAY MORNING EDITION

man-walking-out-of-church-fuzzy-pic26 Reasons You Should Leave the Catholic Church Immediately

by Tracy Bua Smith

of epicPew

Are You Hurt, Disoriented, Frustrated about What’s Going on in the Church? Fr. Z Rants – Z
The Most Milquetoast Defense of Catholicism Ever from USCCB President – Matthew Archbold
Restored: The Magnificent Ghent Altarpiece Gives Up Its Centuries-Old Mysteries – N. Charney
‘Catholic Spring’ Email Leak: American Ideals at Risk, U.S. Bishops Warn – C.N.A. via The Reg
Clinton Campaign Emails Don’t Just Smear Catholics, but Religions and Women – Helen Alvaré
What the Bible Says About Alcohol and Drunkenness – John Martignoni, N.C. Register
Have You Talked to Your Angel Today? – Anne Marie Miller, Ignitum Today
Ohio State Catholic Linebacker Goes From Walk-On to Scholarship Captain – Trent Beattie, Reg
The Pius Wars? The Pope’s Own War against Hitler – Jeffrey A. Mirus Ph.D., Catholic Culture
God’s Perspective on Popularity – Anne DeSantis, Catholic Stand
Pope Donates $100,000 to Haiti for Hurricane Recovery – Hannah Brockhaus, C.N.A via Reg

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FRIDAY EDITION

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The Danger of Appointing Like-Minded Cardinals

by Phil Lawler

of Catholic Culture

Fake Catholic Groups and the “Catholic Spring” Emails – Anne Hendershott, The CWR
17 Popular Phrases That Jesus Actually Said First – Justin McClain, epicPew
How Europe’s Bishops Plan to Guide the Church Through Murky Waters – Elise Harris, C.N.A.
Massachusetts Law Could Forbid Churches to Preach on Transgenderism – C.N.A.
The Sacking of the West – Kenneth Crowther, Crisis Magazine
Leaked Emails: Hillary Clinton Campaign Chief Discussing Revolution against Bishop – C.N.A.
Scientist, Theologian, Mother – Nicholas Senz, The Catholic World Report
A New Film Sheds Light on the Ugly World of Sex Trafficking – CWR Staff, The Dispatch
The Persistent Widow. . . : Mass Readings Explained, 29th Sun., Ord. Time – Brant Pitre Ph.D.
Unveiling a Christian Foreign Policy Declaration – The Editors, Providence
Catholic Extension: Charitable Society That Funds New Churches – Joseph Pronechen, NCReg

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THURSDAY EDITION

carlo-cardinal-caffarra-and-pope-francisDeclaration of Fidelity to Church Teaching on Marriage Reaches 5,000 Signatures

by Edward Pentin

of the National Catholic Register

Yes, Religious Women “Marrying” Each Other Is Against Canon Law – E.N. Peters J.C.D. J.D.
The Eyewitnesses of Fatima – Thomas Clements, Ignitum Today
Historic U.N. Clash on LGBT Rights Set for November – Stefano Gennarini J.D., Catholic Lane
Theologian: Tim Kaine Took Gravely Immoral Position on Abortion – Matt Hadro, The Reg
Why Religious Leaders Asked Obama to Condemn His Civil Rights Chairman – M. Hadro, C.N.A.
Mark Wahlberg Made a Video about Why He Loves Priests – Catholic News Agency
Why I’m Catholic: Sola Scriptura Isn’t Scriptural, Part III – Kenneth Hensley, Catholic Answers
Quæritur: Of Brewing Beer, Beery Prayers, and Blessings – Fr. John Zuhlsdorf, Fr. Z’s Blog
Review of Dawn Eden’s New Book: Remembering God’s Mercy: Redeem. . . – C.S. Morrissey
Obtaining Peace and Zeal for Growth in Grace – Dan Burke, Catholic Spiritual Direction
The Battle of Prayer: 29th Sunday of Ordinary Time – John Bergsma Ph.D., The Sacred page

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(Photo Credit: Catholic News Service)
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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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MONDAY EXTRA

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Son of Susan Skinner consoled by mother after being expelled because parents objected to pornographic sex education course in Diocese of Nashville

Bishop and Diocese of Nashville’s Growing ‘Erotic’ Sex Scandal

by Pete Baklinski

of Life Site

Abp. A. Sample Points to ‘Troublesome’ Misuses of Pope’s Teaching on Family – C.N.S. via C.H.
24 Quotes from “Particles of Faith” that Richard Dawkins Would Never Say – epicPew
Trump vs. Clinton II: In Any Other Election Year . . . – Matthew Bunson, Natl Cthlc Register
Proposed Synod on Married Priests ‘was Voted Down by Pope’s Advisers’ – Catholic Herald
Cardinal Sarah: Reform the Liturgy! “The Future of the Church is at Stake” – Fr. Z’s Blog
On Heresy, Dissidence, And Scandal – Gene Van Son, Catholic Stand
One Fewer Christian-Owned Bakery after Religious Freedom Fight – Catholic News Agency
EWTN’s Tomkin Little Catholic Cowboy is So Sweet and Brilliant! – Chloe Mooradian, epicPew
How Should Catholic Educators Respond to Gender Ideology? – Catholic News Agency
Columbus, Catholicism and Courage – Donald R. McClarey J.D., The American Catholic
Next Synod Will Be on ‘Young People, the Faith and Discernment of Vocation’ – Edward Pentin

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EASTERN RITE MONDAY EDITION

pope-francis-in-georgia-caucasusPope Francis’ Ecumenical Impact with the Orthodox World

by Andrea Gagliarducci

via Monday Vatican

Way Forward after Catholic-Orthodox Meet on Primacy & Synodality – A.A.J. DeVille Ph.D.
Christian Voices Speak from Aleppo – Alessandra Nucci, National Catholic Register
After Genocide, What’s Next for Iraq’s Christians? – Matt Hadro, Catholic News Agency
100 Years of Genocide: Christians Under Siege in Iraq & Syria Featured in New Film – V. Gaetan
Group Presses for Christian ‘Safe Zone’ in Iraq – Rhina Guidos, Crux
Francis to Georgian Orthodox Church: We Are Called to Be One in Christ – C.N.A. via The Reg
Maronites Backing Michel Aoun to End Presidential Stalemate in Lebanon – AsiaNews.it
Has Anyone at an Orthodox Parish Near You Heard of St. Moses the Black? – Terry Mattingly
Rila Monastery in Bulgaria – Joel Morehouse, New Liturgical Movement
Motu Proprio on Aligning Latin & Eastern Rite Codes of Canon Law: English Translation – C.H.
Orthodox Schism May be Looming, Might Just be a Catholic Solution – Fr. Ale. Lucie-Smith

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