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Our stories this week include (1) A leaked draft opinion of the Supreme Court that would overrule Roe v. Wade, (2) Pope Reiterates Desire to Meet with Putin, Speculates on Causes of Ukraine Conflict, (3)• New DHS "Disinformation Governance Board": Biden's Ministry of Truth, and (4) • New Report from Lepanto Institute on USCCB Pro-Abortion Funding, and (5) Pilgrimage for Tradition: Mothers of Trad Priests Walk to Rome to Beseech Pope to Lift Restrictions.

This part examines the offertory incensation and the preface.

Brian McCall discusses the recently published book "Ego Eimi: It is I" with the author, Father Armand de Malleray FSSP. The conversation identifies the crisis in belief in the Blessed Sacrament and the book's contribution to restoring belief and devotion to Our Lord's true and substantial presence in this great Sacrament. You can purchase the book directly from Sophia Press at their website https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/ego-eimi-it-is-i.

Our stories this week include: (1) the Pope's Easter appeal to Russian Orthodox Patriarch Kirill, calling for both of them to be "true peacemakers," while the U.S. Congress considers expanding military aid to Ukraine (despite Russia's warnings to the contrary); (2) two examples of the culture war being waged public schools; (3) a credible report that Pope Francis expects traditional priests (including those of the FSSP) to concelebrate the annual Novus Ordo Chrism Mass with their local bishop; and (4) confirmation that 79-year-old Honduran Cardinal Óscar Andrés Rodríguez Maradiaga, the so-called "Vice-Pope," has indeed announced his resignation.

In the sixth installment in this series we look at the beautiful prayers of the offertory and see how they were mostly eliminated in a complete destruction of the Traditional offertory.

o Our stories this week include: (1) a look at how the Sacred Triduum was observed in Kyiv and Rome, including some news on the Russia-Ukraine conflict and a papal announcement; (2) analysis of the mysterious "Demos Memo" that has been circulating within the Vatican (specifically, among the cardinals); (3) Elon Musk's bid to purchase Twitter and what we as Catholics should make of it; (4) mounting opposition to the German Synodal Path from cardinals and bishops around the world; and (5) some good news on the legal front (an important victory against the "alphabet soup" lobby).

In this episode we look at the Creed and the transition to the Offertory (or in the New Mass the Liturgy of the Word).

This is the fourth episode in our series on the Traditional Latin Mass Explained and Compared to the New Mass. In this installment we move from the Gloria to the Gospel.

This part discusses the Confiteor, the silent prayers said while ascending the altar, the Introit, incensation, and the Kyrie. In the discussion the gestures of priest and ministers are discussed as well as answering why the question "Why does the priest quietly pray what the choir has already sung?"

On the fifth anniversary of John Vennari’s death, his children share their memories of this great figure of Catholic Tradition. For all who knew John Vennari through his work with CFN this interview will give you a wonderful insight into who he was as a person all through the eyes of his children.

In this second part of our Mass Compared and Explained series we look at the Asperges blessing and the beginning of the Prayers at the Foot of the Altar.

Our stories this week include: (1) a recap of last week's consecration of Russia and Ukraine by Pope Francis and some Catholic bishops around the around, (2) a look at several disturbing remarks made by President Joe Biden over the past couple of weeks, (3) major developments in the ongoing saga of Hunter Biden and his infamous laptop, (4) a private gathering of Modernist clergy and theologians in Chicago to discuss their concerns about opposition to Francis and Vatican II, and (5) a moving reflection on the tragic death of Terri Schiavo (17 years ago today).

CFN's Brian McCall discusses the ceremony that took place in St. Peter's Basilica today (March 25, 2022) during which Pope Francis consecrated "ourselves, the Church and all humanity, especially Russia and Ukraine" to the Immaculate Heart of Mary. He also fielded questions from viewers in the live chat. Originally, McCall was planning to interview a contact in Portugal who attended the consecration ceremony in Fatima, but unfortunately that person was unable to join the live stream. IMPORTANT: We also post content on our Rumble channel: https://rumble.com/c/c-390435​​ Please remember to like this video, subscribe to our channel, and visit our website frequently for news, analysis, commentary, and other content: https://catholicfamilynews.com. God bless you and thanks for watching!

Our stories today include: (1) the latest news regarding the upcoming Consecration of Russia and Ukraine, (2) a brief overview of the new Apostolic Constitution Praedicate Evangelium (long-anticipated restructuring of the Roman Curia), (3) the current status of Senate confirmation hearings for Judge Kentanji Brown Jackson (nominated by President Joe Biden to replace Justice Stephen Breyer on SCOTUS), and (4) Florida Governor Ron DeSantis' proclamation in honor of a female NCAA swimmer from Florida who recently finished second against a male swimmer who present himself as female.

Catholic Family News is happy to release this first video in a series that will examine the beauty, symbolism, and history of the prayers and gestures of the Mass. Each episode will also compare in what respects the Traditional Latin Mass and Novus Ordo Mass differ. Part 1 provides an overview of the series and introduces the general themes of the ceremonies of the Traditional Mass and Novus Ordo. It also discusses the symbolism of the liturgical vestments and vesting prayers as well as the general preparation for Mass.

Our stories this week include: (1) the Vatican's bombshell announcement that Pope Francis "will consecrate Russia and Ukraine to the Immaculate Heart of Mary" in Rome on March 25; (2) more examples of liberal German prelates supporting heretical positions/events (thankfully, one German Cardinal has called out the entire German Church); and (3) good news for Sister Deirdre "Dede" Byrne and the St. Thomas More Society. PLEASE NOTE for some unexplained reason we had serious technical difficulties that caused the audio and video to freeze during the report on the Consecration of Russia. We do not know the cause of this mysterious interference. We apologize for the delay but it only lasts a few minutes.

Brian McCall interviews Father Jeffery Jambon about his recently published book, Ignatian Meditations (Romanitas Press) available at https://www.romanitaspress.com/product-page/ignatian-meditations. Having made and preached the Spiritual Exercises throughout his priestly life, Father Jambon discusses how he turned his retreat notes into this valuable resources. If you are not familiar with the treasures of the spiritual exercises this interview will inspire you to learn more. If you are familiar you will learn about a resource that you can use to keep the retreat alive throughout the year.

o Our stories this week include: (1) developments regarding the war in Ukraine, including Russia's conditions for ceasing its "special military operation", (2) a few take-aways from President Biden's "State of the Union" address last week, (3) the sudden removal of a Puerto Rican bishop by Pope Francis without any specific reason given by the Vatican, (4) new pastoral norms for the application of Traditionis Custodes in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, and (5) Bishop Athanasius Schneider's call for Pope Francis to grant ordinary faculties to SSPX priests for offering Mass.

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Brian McCall interviews Michael Hichborn, Director of the Lepanto Institute about a recent threatening letter posted publicly by the Association of United States Catholic Priests. The AUSCP attacks the Lepanto Institute for exposing its support for such erroneous positions as ordaining women and undermining the Church's irreformable teaching on unnatural sins against the Sixth Commandment.

Our stories today include: (1) a surprising announcement from the Priestly Fraternity of St. Peter (FSSP) regarding a recent private audience with Pope Francis and a papal decree granting them "the faculty" to continue using of all the 1962 liturgical books; (2) updates on the Freedom Convoy in Canada, as well as news about "The People's Convoy" in the United States (started today in CA, scheduled to arrive in DC on March 5); (3) the ongoing plight of healthcare workers in Maine seeking relief from their state's jab mandates; and (4) a report on the recent symposium on the priesthood held at the Vatican.

o Our stories this week include: (1) two new papal documents (one concerning the structure of the CDF, the other concerning Canon Law), (2) a recent low-profile meeting between SSPX Superior General Fr. Davide Pagliarani and Pope Francis, (3) some updates about the Freedom Convoy in Canada and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau invoking the "Emergencies Act" in response to the ongoing demonstration, and (4) an interview of Harrison Butker (starting kicker for the Kansas City Chiefs) about his love of the Traditional Latin Mass and his thoughts about Traditionis Custodes.

Our stories today include: (1) the third anniversary of the heterodox "Document on Human Fraternity" (signed by Pope Francis and Grand Imam Ahmad Al-Tayyeb during the Pope's visit to Abu Dhabi in 2019) and how the anniversary was celebrated (including some concerning claims in the Pope's address for the occasion), (2) the latest from Germany regarding their "synodal way" plus "an initial assessment" from the Vatican about the worldwide Synod on Synodality, (3) updates on the "Freedom Conoy" in Canada, (4) a United Nations-friendly joint statement issued by Russia and China concerning "global sustainable development" (a statement The Washington Post has dubbed "a bid to make the world safe for dictatorship" while paying lip service to democracy), (5) an Airzona priest admits he has been baptizing invalidly for two decades.

Catholic Family News Editor-in-Chief Brian McCall has an extended conversation with LifeSite News author Stephen Kokx and independent researcher Daniel Vasco. They discuss the five part series that CFN has serialized in the monthly newspaper over the past five issues. After extensive research, Kokx and Vasco, relate the important insights the Scriptures and Tradition teach us about the relationship and complimentarity of the races, or more accurately generations of Noah. They contrast contemporary theories that incite hatred and conflict with Catholic explanations that emphasize the unique gifts of each tribe of Noah and each one's need for the balance brought by the others. It is a very informative and consoling discussion that introduces viewers to their more extensive analysis in the published articles.