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SUNDAY NUNTIUM EDITION

Good Books: For LutherFest 500 and for the Traditional Latin Mass

by Father John Zuhlsdorf,

of Fr. Z’s Blog

How to Help a Seminarian – Patti Maguire Armstrong, Catholic Spiritual Direction
“Ad Orientem”: A Defense of Priests Facing the Altar at Mass – Dave Armstrong, Biblical. . .
What Del Noce Saw – Michael Hanby, First Things
Where Is “Eternal Security” in the Bible? Hint: Nowhere – Leila Miller, Catholic Answers
What the Medievals Got Right about Light – Carrie Gress Ph.D., Beauty of Catholicism
Can Christians Believe in a Christ Without Miracles? – Anthony S. Layne, Catholic Stand
It’s No Surprise B16 Praising Card. Sarah, the 2 Enjoy Rare Spiritual Kinship – Francis Phillips
The Samaritan Pentecost: 6th Sun. of Easter; Today’s Readings Explained – Jn. Bergsma Ph.D.
Athens Comes to Greet Jerusalem: Substantial Change and Material Creation – Bob Drury, CS
May Traditions and the Blessed Virgin Mary – Stephanie Mann, NC Register
The Heart of a Catholic Poet: From the Pen of ‘Clementine of the Rosary’ – Hannah Kubiak
For the MONDAY NEWS EDITION (22 May, AD 2017) click here.
For the MONDAY NUNTIUM EDITION (22 May, AD 2017) click here.
For the MONDAY NEWS EXTRA (22 May, AD 2017) click here.
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PALM SUNDAY AFTERNOON EDITION

I Prayed to Know My Mom was in Heaven; Then I Had This Dream

by Patty Knap,

of the National Catholic Register

Modern Science Can’t Duplicate Image of Shroud of Turin – Bradley Eli, Church Militant
Awesome Pro-Life Ad from Major Financial Corp. Attracts 1.5 million+ Views – Lisa Bourne
A Week with the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal: Part 1–The Men – K.V. Turley, The CWR
How to Respond to Relativism with Logic and Love – Paul Senz, The Catholic World Report
Hidden Symbols Around the Altar of St. Peter’s Basilica – Maria Paola Daud & Daniel Esparza
10 of the Church’s Most Powerful Saints and What They Are the Patron Of – ChurchPop
“Gloria Laus”: This Ancient Palm Sunday Chant Will Transport You to Heaven! – ChurchPop
The World’s First Christian Country? – Amanda Proença Santos & Rodolfo Contreras, BBC
An Ancient Pallium Displayed at the Vatican Museums – Gregory DiPippo, New Liturgical Mov
Great & Holy Spiritual Reading: Divine Intimacy by Fr. Gab. of St. Mary Magdalen – B. Williams
It is Right and Just: Spending on Glorious Architecture – Jean Elizabeth Seah, Ignitum Today
Palm Sunday and the Holy Eucharist – Carl E. Olson, The Dispatch via The Cthlc World Rprt
Sports, Entertainment, the Economy, and Easter Sunday – Gene Van Son, Catholic Stand
8 Saints on the Holy Mass – Brian Williams, Liturgy Guy
The Case for Christ: Lee Strobel Answers Questions via a Podcast – Catholic Answers
Following Christ in the Way of the Cross – Veronica Arntz, Truth and Charity Forum

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TUESDAY EDITION

Is There a “Schism”?

by  Father John Zuhlsdorf,

of Fr. Z’s Blog

Vatican Does Damage Control on Pontifical Biodiversity Conference – Stefano Gennarini J.D.
He Used to Spit on Those Going to Mass, Now He’s a Priest – Blanca Ruiz, Cthlc News Agency
How Not to do Meatless Fridays in Lent (Plus 12 Meatless Meal Ideas) – Tay. Marshall Ph.D.
Yoga, Centering Prayer, and Mindfulness – Connie Rossini, Contemplative Homeschooling
The Contentious Case of Fulton Sheen’s Corpse – Elizabeth Anderson, The Dispatch
Supervenience on the Hands of an Angry God – Edward Feser Ph.D.
Ideology and the Corruption of Language – Randall B. Smith Ph.D., Public Discourse
The Mystery of the Transfiguration (The Mass Readings Explained) – Brant Pitre Ph.D., TSP
Paul VI and the Unexpected Lessons of Populorum Progressio – Samuel Gregg D.Phil., Crisis
Is the Catholic Church Anti-Woman? Two Feminist Scholars Debate – Maggie Maslak, C.N.A.
How “Educators” Kill Creativity – Kenneth Crowther, Crisis Magazine
Balance of Extremes – Ryan Kraeger, Ignitum Today
True Love Says ‘I Will Suffer For You & I Will Suffer With You’ – Steffani Jacobs, Cthlc Stand
What’s It Like to be an ‘Invisible’ Child Under China’s One-Child Policy? – Cthlc News Agency
Exposing the Horrors of Ukraine’s ‘Death by Hunger’ – Adelaide Mena, C.N.A. via The Reg
Why Catholic Teaching on Marriage Matters for Society – Andrea Gagliarducci, Cth Nws Agncy

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MONDAY EDITION

the-wedding-singer-robert-arquetteCan an Un-Repentant Ex-Tranny Find a Place in the Beatific Vision?

by Austin Ruse

of Crisis Magazine

Former Southern Baptist to become Next Head of Louisiana Diocese – Han. Brockhaus, C.N.A.
The Jesuits’ Next Chapter – Fr. David Inczauskis S.J., Catholic Herald
The Meaning of Vocation – Fr. C. John McCloskey S.J., The Catholic Thing
Pope says Walk with Trans Persons, but Fight Gender Theory – Inés San Martín, Crux
Voiceless Takes Christian Filmmaking Where It Needs to Go – Monica Migliorino Miller, Crisis
New Bill would Protect Churches with Political Views from the IRS – Catholic News Agency
Taste and See: A Book with Way More than a Catchy Title – Sarah Reinhard, Natl Cth Register
Is There Room In The Modern Mind For Miracles? – Brandon Schild, Catholic Stand
Pope Francis: “Gender Theory” is a “Great Enemy of Marriage Today” – C.N.A. via The CWR
Pope Francis Green-Lights Opening of Fr. Jacques Hamel Beatification Process – C.N.A.
Critics Find Dodgy Ethics in ‘Three-Parent Baby’ Conception – Catholic News Agency

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CATHOLIC FRIDAY EDITION

Jesus on CrossWhy Christ Will Never Let His Bride Redefine Marriage

by Benjamin Wiker

of the National Catholic Register

Ite!  The Call to Go Forth in Christ – Jason Craig, The Catholic Gentleman
Deaconesses and the Dangers of Antiquarianism – Christian Browne, Crisis Magazine
That “Olympic Moment” Was a Christian Moment – Matthew Archbold, Natl Catholic Register
Women Should Appreciate Masculine Virtues – Rachel Lu, Crisis Magazine
Site of Marian Apparitions in Wisconsin becomes Natl Shrine – Patricia Kasten, CNS via Crux
Actor Playing Jesus in Ben-Hur ‘Received Blessing from the Pope’ – Mark Pattison, Cthlc Hrld
Review on New Book: Delving into “The World of Ben-Hur” – Paul Senz, The Dispatch
Lessons from Prison Ministry – Laura De Maria, Catholic Stand
Depression and the Psalms – Thomas L. McDonald, National Catholic Register
The Fascinating & Problematic History of Athletes Doping & the Olympics – Ade. Mena, CNA
Friendship, Forgiveness & Chariots: The Ben-Hur Team Discusses Their New Film – Jim Graves

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TUESDAY EDITION

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Ana_Credit_Elise_Harris_CNAThis Young Postulant Says ‘Don’t be Afraid’ of God’s Calling

by Elise Harris

of the Catholic News Agency

3 Tips for Dealing with After-School Satanist Kids Clubs – Trent Horn, Catholic Answers
World Youth Day Shows Poland Can Help the West Rediscover Its Roots – Filip Mazurczak
President Obama’s Sex-Driven War on Science – Gerard V. Bradley, Public Discourse
New Name for New Politics News Website – Tito Edwards, Big Pulpit
15 Reasons to Navigate the Tiber with Devin Rose – Shaun McAfee, epicPew
Vote to Name the New Civilization Website – Tito Edwards, Big Pulpit
Must-Read Book: The Four Keys to Everlasting Love – Theresa Williams, Ignitum Today
Everyday Life in France, AD 2016 – Robert de Saint Jacques, The Catholic Thing
Louisiana Priest Immediately Suspended after Child Porn Arrest – Catholic News Agency
An Open Letter to Pope Francis on Muslim Immigration – Jason Jones & John Zmirak
Are We Unworthy? A Response to Christine Horner – Thomas Clements, Ignitum Today
Priest/Former Dorm Rector at U. of N. Dame: Dorm Must Foster Moral Development – A. Wilson
Father John Hollowell Calls Out Head of Planned Parenthood – Donald R. McClarey J.D.
For the GOD & CAESAR MONDAY EDITION (August 1, 2016) click here.
For the MONDAY EXTRA (August 1, 2016) click here.
For the CIVILIZATION MONDAY EDITION (August 1, 2016) click here.
For the GOD & CAESAR TUESDAY EDITION (August 2, 2016) click here.
For the SAINT PETER & MUHAMMAD TUESDAY EDITION (August 2, 2016) click here.
For the BYZANTINE TUESDAY EDITION (August 2, 2016) click here.
For the CIVILIZATION TUESDAY EDITION (August 2, 2016) click here.
For the WEDNESDAY EDITION (3 August, AD 2016) click here.
For the POLITICS WEDNESDAY EDITION (3 August, AD 2016) click here.
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MONDAY EDITION

Kid Child Praying Hard Cute AdorableThe 7 Most Common Mistakes You Can Make While Discerning Your Vocation

by Tim Glemkowski

of Live at a Higher Pitch

Secularism as Religious Indoctrination – Kenneth Crowther, Crisis Magazine
Why Being Kind Is Important – Anne DeSantis, Catholic Stand
On the Importance of Silence in the Liturgy – Dan Burke, Catholic Spiritual Direction
Why Miracles Should Remain a Requirement for Canonization – Shaun McAfee O.P., epicPew
How to Mislabel a ‘Devout’ Catholic: Mafia Boss Bernardo Provenzano – Francis Phillips, C.H.
Are Religious Teachers being Eradicated from Belgian Schools? – Andrea Gagliarducci, C.N.A.
Canadian Law Societies Target Christian Univ.’s Faith-Based Beliefs on Marriage – Charles Lewis
Why Do So Many Choir Directors Have “Van Gogh’s Ear for Music”? – David Clayton, Nw Lt Mv
Seeing the Invisible God – Marissa Standage, Ignitum Today
A Catholic Perspective on a New Attraction: Noah’s Ark Theme Park in Kentucky – Trent Horn
The Beginning of the End of the United Methodist Church in America – Rod Dreher, TAC

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WEDNESDAY EXTRA

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George Clausen, “High Mass in a Village on the Zuiderzee” (c. 1880) Read more: http://www.ncregister.com/blog/carstens/whats-behind-cardinal-sarahs-ad-orientem-call/#ixzz4AQyAXsue
George Clausen, “High Mass in a Village on the Zuiderzee” (c. 1880)

What’s Behind Cardinal Sarah’s Ad Orientem Call?

by Christopher Carstens

of the National Catholic Register

Hillary Clinton’s Church Problem – Paul Kengor, Crisis Magazine
A Traditional Catholic Wife? – Randall Smith Ph.D., The Catholic Thing
Priesthood in the Real Presence and the Present Absence – Fr. Gordon J. MacRae, TSW
Sisters of Life Thrive at 25: Order Aids 10,000 Women Since 1991 – Patty Knap, N.C. Register
The Dangers of Cliques & Superior Attitudes in the Church – Anne De Santis, Catholic Stand
Me Before You and the Slow Suicide of the West – Chelsea Zimmerman, Catholic Lane
Details Released of Reformation Commemoration in Lund, Sweden – Edward Pentin, N.C. Reg
Only Francis Can Go To China? – George Weigel, First Things
Justice for Harambe . . . or Revenge? – Anthony S. Layne, Outside the Asylum
The Ten Commandments & Facebook; an Examination of Conscience – Godwin Delali Adadzie
A Goodbye to ‘Mama Irene,’ the Woman Who Adopted 58 Kids – María Ximena Rondón, C.N.A.
For the GOD & CAESAR MONDAY EDITION (May 30, 2016) click here.
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For the ST. PETER & PROPHET MUHAMMAD MON. EDITION (June 6, 2016) click here.
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WEDNESDAY EXTRA

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Funny Meme by epicPew Chlore Mooradian10 Sassy Icons Who Literally Can’t Even Right Now

by Chloe Mooradian

of epicPew

Dutch Medics Euthanise Sex Abuse Victim – Simon Caldwell, Catholic Herald
Christians Flee Muslim Persecution and Find. . .Persecution – Matthew Archbold, Crt Min Rep
Giving Preference to Christian Migrants – Filip Mazurczak, Crisis Magazine
Martyr Executed by French Revolutionaries Set for Sainthood – David V. Barrett, Cthlc Herald
Why Does the Media Ignore the Criminal Past of Communism? – Christopher Szabo, Mrctrnt
The Wounded Healer – Diane McKelva, Catholic Stand
Mother Teresa of Calcutta: Pentecost Illumines the Night – Fr. Gordon J. MacRae, T.S.W.
Catholic Univ. of America’s B-School Integrates Virtue, Vocation & Work – Peter Jesserer Smith
Pro-Life Leaders Decry Scandals, Urge Catholic Colleges to Reject Culture of Death – C.E.D.
Religious Schools Are Fundamental to Liberty – Gene Van Son, Catholic Stand
Beijing, Taipei, and the Future of Vatican-Chinese Relations – Andrea Gagliarducci, C.N.A.
Amoris Lætitia, Post Examen – Big Pulpit (May 10, 2016)
Pope Francis Opens Conversation on Deaconesses – Big Pulpit (May 12, 2016)
For the ST. PETER & PROPHET MUHAMMAD TUES. EDITION (May 10, 2016) click here.
For the WEDNESDAY EDITION (May 11, 2016) click here.
For the GOD & CAESAR WEDNESDAY EDITION (May 11, 2016) click here.
For the THURSDAY EDITION (May 12, 2016) click here.
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For the FRIDAY EDITION (May 13, 2016) click here.

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Bishop Fellay Casual SSPXS.S.P.X.: “Francis Alarms Us Enormously, and Not Only Us, And Yet We Like Him”

by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

of Fr. Z’s Blog

Five (5) Facts About Genocide Against Christians in the Middle East – Joe Carter, Power Blog
Pakistan: Reaping the Whirlwind of Apostasy Laws – Joseph Loconte, Providence
New F.D.A. Guideline Expanding Abortion-Drug Use Is Harmful for Women & Babies – N.C. Rgstr
Infographic: The Annunciation in Art – Aaron Lambert, Denver Catholic
Why Should You Pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet? – Marge Fenelon, National Catholic Register
Your Vocation Is Your Mission – Thomas Clements, Ignitum Today
Documentary Sheds Light on Divine Mercy’s Masterpiece – Joseph Pronechen, N.C. Register
Beyond Lent: Will You Drink of the Cup? – Mike Eisenbath, Catholic Stand
Catholic Co-Writers of “God’s Not Dead 2” Expect Great Things – Kathy Schiffer, N.C. Rgstr
Quæritur: Blessing Weapons – Fr. John Zuhlsdorf, Fr. Z’s Blog
Editor’s Note on Day One of ‘Crux 2.0’ – John L. Allen Jr., Crux
For the Mother Angelica, Queen of All Media post (April 3, 2016) click here.
For the BYZANTINE MONDAY EDITION (April 4, 2016) click here.
For the GOD & CAESAR MONDAY EDITION (April 4, 2016) click here.
For the MONDAY EXTRA (April 4, 2016) click here.
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