FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION... MARCH 8, 2017

SCOTUS punts on first major transgender case, but religion angle merits ongoing coverage

Former "Transgenders" Talk About De-"Transitioning"

This Catholic High School Made $24M from Early Investment in Snapchat

Evangelical Problems With The Benedict Option

On Christian Mourning In America

"Abortion is profoundly anti-women. 3/4 of its victims are women: Half the babies and all the mothers." – Mother Teresa #daywithoutawoman pic.twitter.com/tvOUNUzRrS

— Susan B Anthony List (@SBAList) March 8, 2017

All you female saints surrounding the throne of God and the Lamb in heaven, pray for us that we may imitate your lives. #WomensHistoryMonth pic.twitter.com/wtyh4sXWub

— Diocese of Arlington (@arlingtonchurch) March 8, 2017

Thank you, Mary, for being an example to all women! #InternationalWomensDay pic.twitter.com/BRwdVWOmYc

— CatholicLink English (@catholiclink_en) March 8, 2017

Today is the feast day of St. John of God. #saintoftheday pic.twitter.com/269pryCKaw

— Diocese of Toledo (@DioceseToledo) March 8, 2017

"God watches over the affairs of those who truly love Him without their worrying about them." - St. John of the Cross pic.twitter.com/QjccHGbmLC

— Franciscan Friars (@MFVAFriars) March 8, 2017

..in His own image and likeness, and having given us the grace of being Christians." St. John of God, pray for us. pic.twitter.com/a6QJnKw5RO

— Diocese of RVC (@RVCDiocese) March 8, 2017

Can't find a stronger, more wonderful #woman than the #BVM on #InternationalWomensDay #Catholic pic.twitter.com/YC1n5kHW22

— Elizabeth Westhoff ن (@ESWesthoff) March 9, 2017

Grateful to work for a network founded by one powerful woman. #InternationalWomensDay pic.twitter.com/1On70sPos1

— Catherine Szeltner (@CatSzeltner) March 9, 2017

”Be who God meant you to be and you will set the world on fire." St. Catherine of Siena #pray for us! #SheInspiresMe pic.twitter.com/w3SWWOxdS7

— Catherine Siena (@1catherinesiena) March 9, 2017

Jorge "Francis" Bergoglio signals openness to ordaining married men

Cardinal Wuerl: Francis is changing the papacy and 'completely refocusing the role of bishop'

Wuerl lashes out at faithful Catholics who dare criticize Jorge "Francis" Bergoglio

Italian archbishop: Pope Benedict retired due to 'tremendous pressure'

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FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION... MARCH 7, 2017

The strategies of Satan, Part 1: The "Jezebel" tactic

Advice from St. Gregory on how to reject 3 temptations of the devil

Judging Religion by the Actions of its Adherents

Love is Both Tolerant and Intolerant

Perpetua, Felicity, and the Theo-Drama

Today we celebrate the martyrdom of Saints Felicity and Perpetua, whose final words encourage us: pic.twitter.com/U5yesUj343

— Augustine Institute (@Augustine_Inst) March 7, 2017

Another great reflection by @BishopBarron #TuesdayMotivation pic.twitter.com/51EhXL6e1p

— Sr. Miriam James (@onegroovynun) March 7, 2017

#Today is the feast of Sts. Perpetua and Felicity, patrons of mothers, expectant mothers, ranchers and butchers! #EWTN #Catholic #prayforus pic.twitter.com/VtHEDZmOLX

— EWTN (@EWTN) March 7, 2017

Reflect on these beautiful words of St. John Paul II tonight. Do not become discouraged - keep moving towards Christ. #ReflectwithMystics pic.twitter.com/2xTDv0eNaW

— DC Archdiocese (@WashArchdiocese) March 7, 2017

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— iCatholicRadio (@iCatholicRadio) March 8, 2017

The Disruptive Church Now Has a Spokesman

Jorge Bergoglio and Bernard Häring: The literally infernal cheek of dissent

This Disastrous Papacy

This Papacy is in Crisis and in Need of Urgent Prayer This Lent

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THE MIDNIGHT MASS OF CHRISTMAS

Pope Francis celebrates Midnight Mass on the Solemnity of the Nativity of the Lord.

FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION... DECEMBER 5, 2016

Anti-Christian violence is now too common to attract the headlines

Nun killed in Democratic Republic of Congo

Father Stanley Rother: The first U.S.-born martyr

The Providence College Mob Comes for Anthony Esolen

Pope Benedict XVI: Evangelist to the World

Celebrating #Advent with Mary: https://t.co/c86CX1OLmd

— Knights of Columbus (@KofC) December 5, 2016

May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. pic.twitter.com/MRdO0SSr5V

— Catholic Charities (@ccstcloud) December 5, 2016

When we seek truth, we seek the Lord. #ReflectwithMystics pic.twitter.com/NKDr1aDvux

— DC Archdiocese (@WashArchdiocese) December 5, 2016

How to Fight the Devil

How to Celebrate Christmas with Benedictine Nuns

Large Newman Centers Successfully Serve Secular Colleges

The Dangerous Road of Papal Silence

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FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION... NOVEMBER 29, 2016

Vatican judge says cardinal-critics of Jorge Bergoglio could lose red hats

Bergoglio Surrogate Fires Warning Shot

Divorce, Abortion... What's Next, Jorge?

Cardinal Zen Ze-kiun Says Vatican Deal with China Would 'Betray Jesus Christ'

The Refiner's Fire: The Biblical Vision of Purgatory

Advent is here! The church says, "Advent is a season of devout and joyful preparation for the coming of Jesus." pic.twitter.com/kME8Lpr4ox

— Franciscan U (@FranciscanU) November 29, 2016

Please join the friars in praying for our neighbors to the north in #Tennessee affected by the wildfires. 🙏 pic.twitter.com/qdR2R1ea6f

— Franciscan Friars (@MFVAFriars) November 29, 2016

How are the things you love a reflection of you? #ReflectwithMystics pic.twitter.com/fo1EqH5Ftu

— DC Archdiocese (@WashArchdiocese) November 29, 2016

The History of Advent

Four Advent Attitudes

Providence College and Dr. Anthony Esolen: An Alumnus Speaks Out

Esolen: The Church is Not Putty in the Hands of "History"

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FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION... NOVEMBER 28, 2016

Belgium bishop co-authors book in support of pre-marital sex, same-sex relations

The Prophetic Voice of Four Cardinals

Catholics everywhere should be grateful for the four cardinals' appeal

Submitting dubia is a standard part of Church life. It's not unreasonable to expect a clear answer...

Bishop Peter J. Elliott on liturgy, "rigidity" and "reform of the reform"

Happy #Feastday #StCatherineLaboure She received the Miraculous Medal so we would have God’s protection. #PrayForUs pic.twitter.com/cs2DPxUu8k

— Portraits of Saints (@SaintPortraits) November 28, 2016

“On the feasts of the saints consider their virtues, and beseech God to...” St. Teresa of Avila, pray for us! #holyland #franciscans #saints pic.twitter.com/XnJnQhBjus

— FFHL (@FFHL_HQ) November 28, 2016

In Syrian monastery, priest who escaped ISIS sees signs of hope

#StandTogether: Two hints something's stirring on anti-Christian persecution

Death by Fidel

A hidden gem for Catholic sightseers in New York

Today's Mass Readings

FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION... NOVEMBER 22, 2016

Silence Gives Consent: Four Cardinals Challenge Jorge Bergoglio

Arrogant papal 'mouthpiece' compares 4 Cardinals to 'witless worm' in stream of tweets

Strong Catholic Institutions: Offering Hope to a Fallen World

Personalities in the Trinity

What It Means to be a Soldier for Christ

Let us respond to this calling from St. Cecilia, and may she bestow blessings on us today. St. Cecilia, pray for us! pic.twitter.com/oiDZDlg9nO

— Franciscan U (@FranciscanU) November 22, 2016

St. Cecilia, pray for us! #feastday pic.twitter.com/2UfAg1UWTl

— N. Catholic Register (@NCRegister) November 22, 2016

Happy feast day of St. Cecilia, patron saint of musicians! #StCecilia #PrayForUs pic.twitter.com/M5YebMBj3g

— Cassie Pease Designs (@CPeaseDesigns) November 22, 2016

St. Cecilia: Patron of Poets and Musicians

Children Are the Most Precious of God's Creations

"King of the Universe": 6 Truths About Jesus that Confound the World

NASCAR Champion Boldly Thanks "Blessed Mother & Sacred Heart of Jesus"

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YESTERDAY'S HEADLINES TODAY - VOL. 934

"Today, Pope Francis Said..."

Forgiving Abortion: What Pope Francis Really Wrote This Morning

Pope Francis Denounces Abortion as a 'Horrendous Crime'

In Denial about Islam

'O Allah, Kill the Despicable Christians'

Study: No, White Cops are Not More Likely to Shoot Black Suspects

Another Judge Confirms: IRS Targeted Tea Party Groups

Progressive Elites Need to Stop Normalizing Illiberal Behavior

Democrats' Answer Is Always the Same: Move More Left

Hey, 'Hamilton' Stars: Stop Your Ridiculous Liberal Grandstanding

LIFE NEWS: NOVEMBER 21, 2016

New Pro-Life Programs Launched for Catholic High School Students

Pope Allows Priests to Forgive "Grave Sin" of Abortion: "There is No Sin God's Mercy Can't Reach"

Television Show Claims: Abortion is OK If You Don't Tell Your Priest

Cardinal Dolan Calls for Renewed Fight Against Doctor-Assisted Suicide

Pro-Life Group Endorses Senate Candidate John Kennedy in Louisiana

Allen West on Abortion: "We Will Not Truly be Blessed as a Nation Until We Right This Wrong"

Vice President-Elect Mike Pence: We "Want to Focus Out of the Gate on Repealing ObamaCare"

Woman Justifies Aborting Her Baby With Down Syndrome: "We Didn't Want Her to Endure Pain"

Group Will Use Drones to Fly Euthanasia Drugs to Nursing Home in Nation Where Assisted Suicide is Illegal

Actress Amy Adams in the Movie "Arrival" is a "Pro-Life Heroine for the Ages"

FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION... NOVEMBER 21, 2016

As Jorge Bergoglio Makes New Cardinals, He Refuses to Answer Questions

When Jesuits Ignore Papal Decrees

Why America Has It Wrong About Homosexuality

New Book Offers Sophisticated Defense of Religious Liberty

Respecting Traditional Catholics

#OurLady of #LaVang appeared in 1798 to the persecuted #vietnamese people during anti-#Catholic persecution. Happy #FeastDay pic.twitter.com/w5zsulRxsj

— Portraits of Saints (@SaintPortraits) November 21, 2016

Have a blessed feast of the Presentation of Mary. Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for us! #feastday #holyland #presentation #Mary pic.twitter.com/UxUC65r1C1

— FFHL (@FFHL_HQ) November 21, 2016

O clement, O loving, O sweet Virgin Mary. Pray for us, O Holy Mother of God, that we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ. pic.twitter.com/y6aNPEszTv

— Diocese of Owensboro (@Owensboro1937) November 21, 2016

One of the best analyses on the question of excommunication & abortion (& why its rare a woman is excommunicated) https://t.co/tp1tkbnQrU

— Fr. Thomas Petri, OP (@PetriOP) November 21, 2016

To be very clear: if you've had an abortion and have confessed it to a priest since at least 1983, I guarantee the sin was forgiven. Period.

— Fr. Thomas Petri, OP (@PetriOP) November 21, 2016

The Feast of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary

5 Myths About Mariology that Too Many People Still Believe (Maybe Even You!)

How Catholic Schools Lose Their Identity

Tolkien's Great Parable of Purgatory

Today's Mass Readings

FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION... NOVEMBER 17, 2016

Stealing Consecrated Hosts for anti-Catholic art? Not illegal, Spanish judge says...

How to fix our broken sexual culture, according to Archbishop Chaput

Philly archdiocese releases full text of Archbishop Chaput's interview with CNS

What kind of College of Cardinals will Jorge Bergoglio create?

Digging into Jorge Bergoglio's remarks about the "old Latin Mass", "rigidity" and "insecurity"

Happy #Feastday #StElizabethofHungary,”How could I bear a crown of gold when the Lord bears a crown of thorns? & bears it for me!” pic.twitter.com/GJk1pBx0dQ

— Portraits of Saints (@SaintPortraits) November 17, 2016

St. Elizabeth of Hungary, patroness of bakers, beggars, and brides, pray for us. pic.twitter.com/kVT4Nchc4a

— Sophia Inst. Press (@SophiaInsPress) November 17, 2016

Our Lady of the Rosary, altarpiece by Josef Mersa (1905). At the Parish Church of Urtijei, Italy pic.twitter.com/6AI8ZV4RnQ

— Pictures of Churches (@ChurchPictures8) November 17, 2016

St. Elizabeth of Hungary, pray for us! That we may serve others with a loving heart... 🙏🏻 https://t.co/Lsq1estTFp pic.twitter.com/COkmncg5VH

— Moira ☘ ن (@Moira1987) November 18, 2016

St. Elizabeth of Hungary, Princess and Bride of Christ

Raising Daughters Like St. Elizabeth of Hungary in a Disney Princess World

The Quiet Courage of Cardinal Robert Sarah

How to Stay Catholic While Attending College and University

Today's Mass Readings

FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION... AUGUST 1, 2016

The Salvation of Sodom?

Everyday Life in France, AD 2016

Jorge Bergoglio denies that Islam is violent

Jorge Bergoglio's Cowardly Avoidance of Uncomfortable Reality

What the Blood of the Martyrs Means For Us

S. Alphonsus Ligouri, pray for us pray for our Church. Learn from him how to know and do the good in daily life. It's the Holy Eucharist.

— Bishop David Kagan (@VescovoDDK) August 1, 2016

St. Alphonsus Liguori: "Acquire the habit of speaking to God as to the dearest and most loving of friends."

— Bishop Burbidge (@BishopBurbidge) August 1, 2016

#FeastDay #StAlphonsusLiguori, Patron of #Confessors and moral Theologians #Pray4Us. https://t.co/jiOvtNasKV pic.twitter.com/kdExgfhnt0

— Portraits of Saints (@SaintPortraits) August 1, 2016

St. Alphonsus Liguori, patron of confessors, #pray4us! #FeastDay pic.twitter.com/VA7p9miWLa

— DC Archdiocese (@WashArchdiocese) August 1, 2016

Our saint today, Saint Alphonsus Liguori, was a man greatly concerned with this practical … https://t.co/l3m45dMzU5 pic.twitter.com/CuOFggQBtf

— Blessed Is She (@blessedisshe__) August 1, 2016

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— FrSteveGrunow (@FrSteveGrunow) August 1, 2016

At the end of our lives, we will be judged on how much love we have given 💓 pic.twitter.com/nEDgNqgwhd

— CatholicLink English (@catholiclink_en) August 1, 2016

Image thanks to @WordOnFire pic.twitter.com/nVw1dLT5Xx

— ImmaculateHeartMusic (@ImmaculateHM) August 1, 2016

#August is the month of the Immaculate Heart of #Mary. We entrust our prayers to her motherly mediation. #Catholic pic.twitter.com/AmChX1nMd4

— Archdiocese of NY (@NY_Arch) August 1, 2016

15 Forceful Quotes from St. Alphonsus Liguori

Finding the Truth of the "Historical Jesus"

"After School Satan" Programs Coming to Elementary Schools This Fall

3 Tips for Dealing with After-School Satanist Kids Clubs

Today's Mass Readings

LIFE NEWS: JULY 6, 2016

Democrat Party Platform is Even More Pro-Abortion Than Ever Before, Here's How...

Hillary is Sure Abortion is a "Constitutional Right" But Can't Say if the 2nd Amendment Is

Pro-Life Woman Vowed to Never Vote for Trump. Here's Why She Changed Her Mind...

Networks Censor News of Abortionist Caught With 14 Containers of Aborted Babies in His Car

Newborn Baby Survives Her Mother's Attempt to Strangle Her and Flush Her Down the Toilet

Raleigh, NC, Won't Let Pregnancy Center Open Next Door to Abortion Clinic to Save Babies

Activist Judge Rules Kansas Can't Defund Planned Parenthood Abortion Business

Cardinal Napier Condemns the "Black Genocide" of Aborting Black Babies in the U.S.

After His Mother Refused to Abort Him, This Priest is Now Helping Her Meet Pope Francis

Abortion Business Closes, Sold to Group That Will Provide Care for Homeless People

FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION... JUNE 28, 2016

Regret Isn't Rare: The Dangerous Lie of Sex Change Surgery's Success

10 spectacular and little known churches to see in Rome

Brexit and the Failure of Europe

Revisiting the Catholic Enlightenment

Francis Fatigue

St Irenaeus, in keeping with his name, was a man of peace; he fought strenuously for the peace of the Church. pic.twitter.com/wgPZvbzsgf

— Fr. Patrick Brennan (@Pathound) June 28, 2016

St. Irenaeus, pray for us! #memorial pic.twitter.com/avHJhO24B9

— Archdiocese of TO (@archtoronto) June 28, 2016

The Lord is so generous, why would you not want to get to know Him? #Catholic pic.twitter.com/xp0YVCFHhD

— FrRichardGonzales ن (@fr_gonzales) June 28, 2016

Happy 65th Anniversary of B16's ordination to the priesthood! What a gift he is to our Church and to the world. pic.twitter.com/FkTrIw5vMJ

— CatholicNH (@CatholicNH) June 28, 2016

Faith and the God-given Purpose Behind It - https://t.co/oubrGzqByN

— Fr. Roger Landry (@FrRogerLandry) June 28, 2016

Find something good in each person you meet and help it grow. - Matthew Kelly pic.twitter.com/YAJEnFZUKS

— TweetCatholic (@TweetCatholic) June 28, 2016

This week's challenge honors Fortnight for Freedom. #52weeksofmercy #StThomasMorePrayforUs #FortnightforFreedom pic.twitter.com/aaRam96ZKS

— Catholic Connection (@cathconnection) June 28, 2016

What does the symbol of the P with an X through the bottom of it mean? https://t.co/GKnG9OSc0E pic.twitter.com/Fe7uifc1Fd

— Catholic Answers (@catholiccom) June 28, 2016

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— The Word Among Us (@wordamongus) June 28, 2016

...bodies in receiving the Eucharist, are no longer corruptible, for they have the hope of resurrection
-St Irenaeus pic.twitter.com/UmBG7Bb91p

— St John Cantius (@SJCantius) June 28, 2016

Happy 65th Anniversary of Pope Benedict XVI ordination to the priesthood! #pray4us pic.twitter.com/zDHMu4Ck5J

— DC Archdiocese (@WashArchdiocese) June 28, 2016

St. Irenaeus: Bishop and Father of the Church

Apologetics with St. Irenaeus

St. Irenaeus and the Gnostics

The Chastity, Mercy, and Love of Saint Maria Goretti

Today's Mass Readings

FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION... JUNE 13, 2016

Catholic leaders urge prayer after horrific Orlando shooting

Pope horrified by deadly attack in Orlando

Is the situation in Nigeria about to get much worse?

Embracing Converts: Welcome Home, Neophytes. We Need You!

Wedding Stress? Five Things to Remember...

St Anthony of Padua, pray for us. Inspire in us a deeper devotion to Jesus. pic.twitter.com/okm7EyzbI7

— Fr. Patrick Brennan (@Pathound) June 13, 2016

Today we remember St. Anthony of Padua, beloved Saint and Doctor of the Church. #Catholic #Mercy #Tony pic.twitter.com/jOkPhN8HJB

— Archdiocese of NY (@NY_Arch) June 13, 2016

Happy #FeastDay of St. Anthony of Padua, patron of lost items, amputees, & travel hostesses to name a few! #pray4us pic.twitter.com/lYM48JB0vI

— DC Archdiocese (@WashArchdiocese) June 13, 2016

"Actions speak louder than words; let your words teach and your actions speak." - St. Anthony of Padua pic.twitter.com/mBzAwUsREE

— Msgr B Bransfield (@BrianBransfield) June 13, 2016

Happy Feast Day of St. Anthony of Padua! St. Anthony, pray for us! #holyland #franciscans #feastday pic.twitter.com/7au1ckYxLr

— FFHL (@FFHL_HQ) June 13, 2016

Happy Feast of St. Anthony!

For more on this great saint: https://t.co/hNf5uLQItU pic.twitter.com/6gl78UBF9S

— Franciscan Media (@FranciscanMedia) June 13, 2016

St. Anthony, pray for us, that we would find a deeper love for Jesus, and be eager to share that love with others.

— Bishop David Ricken (@BpDavidRicken) June 13, 2016

Happy #Feastday #StAnthonyofPadua, Doctor of the Church, patron of the poor,invoked for help in finding lost objects pic.twitter.com/E2KMIA3IDs

— Portraits of Saints (@SaintPortraits) June 13, 2016

#StAnthonyofPadua: 'Attribute to God every good that you have received.' #feastday pic.twitter.com/sha5ld8UIk

— N. Catholic Register (@NCRegister) June 13, 2016

St. Anthony of Padua, #prayforus. pic.twitter.com/XaVeDum2Y6

— Diocese of San Jose (@DioceseSanJose) June 13, 2016

St. Anthony of Padua: Doctor of the Church, Hammer of the Heretics, Wonder-Worker

What St. Anthony Really Wants to Help You Find

10 Inspiring Quotes from Saint Anthony

What Do the Hand Gestures in Icons Mean?

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