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Solid Analysis of Gaudete et Exsultate - P.J. Smith, Semiduplex+++

The Pre-Synod Document on Young Catholics: Troubling – Steffani Jacobs, Catholic Stand

Abandoned by the US, Syrian Christians Seek Help from Pro-Iran Militias – John Zmirak Ph.D.

Jesus Was Troubled – Edward Monti, Catholic Stand

Chappaquiddick & Us – Donald R. McClarey J.D., The American Catholic

The 10 Free Technologies Every Catholic Charity Must Use – Brice Sokolowski, CatholicFundraiser.net

The War Against Africa Today: Ideological Colonialism – Jeffrey A. Mirus Ph.D., Catholic Culture

What the New Pro-Life Movement Didn’t Do for a Pro-Life Democratic – Austin Ruse, Crisis Magazine

Kenneth Clark Had a Warning on the Future of Western Civilisation – Francis Phillips, Catholic Herald

The Annunciation – The 1st Joyful Mystery – Fr. Z’s Blog

Marcus Grodi Reflects on Trends in Conversions, & the Mystery of Grace – Jeanette Flood, The Catholic World Report

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