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Baptism of Desire vs. Baptism of Indifference

The Orthodox and the Catholics were afraid to baptize Abu Nemer, for it could have led to a church of theirs, full of worshipers, being…

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Quantum Mechanics, Transubstantiation & Why Aristotle Was Right After All

It’s time to admit that the philosophical tools commonly used to understand quantum mechanics — and reality itself — do not work.

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A Difficult Day

In a fit of inspiration, Dr. Pearson had added 15-minute appointments to the end of each day’s schedule. They were reserved for clients who needed…

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Chicago archdiocese wins court ruling on countersuit

Can continue case against ring of fake abuse victims

Ads starring abortion survivors to run during World Cup

Org tried same for Super Bowl 2020 but was blocked

Smartphones and fertility: Studies suggest a link

As screen-mediated overtakes in-person interaction

State AGs urge EPA to study mifepristone in our water

SFLA: 50 tons/year of abortion-related waste is flushed

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Pope, at press conf, welcomes Iran-U.S. memorandum

And addresses questions about SSPX, trip to Spain, more

Ohio gov DeWine urges state to abolish death penalty

As now it's 'impossible' to make case that it's a deterrent

Chicago archdiocese wins court ruling on countersuit

Can continue case against ring of fake abuse victims

Ads starring abortion survivors to run during World Cup

Org tried same for Super Bowl 2020 but was blocked

Smartphones and fertility: Studies suggest a link

As screen-mediated overtakes in-person interaction

State AGs urge EPA to study mifepristone in our water

SFLA: 50 tons/year of abortion-related waste is flushed

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The Sacred Heart, Pride Month, and Notre Dame

By James Thunder
June 17th 2026 12:28 PM

In February and March I wrote at length about the University of Notre Dame and the shockingly bad and shockingly good news from that campus…

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Pugin's Vision for Christian Land Use

By James Thunder
June 15th 2026 12:24 PM

This essay is the latest of several I have written on what I call “faith-based land use planning,”[i] planning that integrates love of…

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Knowing What Stands Fast

By James Hanink
June 14th 2026 1:52 PM

Baptisms and funerals -- and how I wish there were more of the first and fewer of the second! -- underscore our historical character. Consider,…

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Front & Center

Baptism of Desire vs. Baptism of Indifference

The Orthodox and the Catholics were afraid to baptize Abu Nemer, for it could have led to a church of theirs, full of worshipers, being…

READ ARTICLE
Quantum Mechanics, Transubstantiation & Why Aristotle Was Right After All

It’s time to admit that the philosophical tools commonly used to understand quantum mechanics — and reality itself — do not work.

READ ARTICLE
A Difficult Day

In a fit of inspiration, Dr. Pearson had added 15-minute appointments to the end of each day’s schedule. They were reserved for clients who needed…

READ ARTICLE

In The News

MORNING MUST-READS
Pope, at press conf, welcomes Iran-U.S. memorandum

And addresses questions about SSPX, trip to Spain, more

Ohio gov DeWine urges state to abolish death penalty

As now it's 'impossible' to make case that it's a deterrent

Chicago archdiocese wins court ruling on countersuit

Can continue case against ring of fake abuse victims

Ads starring abortion survivors to run during World Cup

Org tried same for Super Bowl 2020 but was blocked

Smartphones and fertility: Studies suggest a link

As screen-mediated overtakes in-person interaction

State AGs urge EPA to study mifepristone in our water

SFLA: 50 tons/year of abortion-related waste is flushed

VIEW ARCHIVE
Pope, at press conf, welcomes Iran-U.S. memorandum

And addresses questions about SSPX, trip to Spain, more

Ohio gov DeWine urges state to abolish death penalty

As now it's 'impossible' to make case that it's a deterrent

Chicago archdiocese wins court ruling on countersuit

Can continue case against ring of fake abuse victims

Ads starring abortion survivors to run during World Cup

Org tried same for Super Bowl 2020 but was blocked

Smartphones and fertility: Studies suggest a link

As screen-mediated overtakes in-person interaction

State AGs urge EPA to study mifepristone in our water

SFLA: 50 tons/year of abortion-related waste is flushed

VIEW ARCHIVE

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The Sacred Heart, Pride Month, and Notre Dame

June 17th 2026 12:28 PM

In February and March I wrote at length about the University of Notre Dame and the shockingly bad and shockingly…

READ MORE ON THIS BLOG POST

Pugin's Vision for Christian Land Use

June 15th 2026 12:24 PM

This essay is the latest of several I have written on what I call “faith-based land use planning,”[i]

READ MORE ON THIS BLOG POST

Knowing What Stands Fast

June 14th 2026 1:52 PM

Baptisms and funerals -- and how I wish there were more of the first and fewer of the second! --…

READ MORE ON THIS BLOG POST
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America: History, Culture & Politics

Losing Our Religion… American Libidocracy… Twilight of the Idols… The Most Segregated Hour… This Land is Not Our Land… and more

VIEW DOSSIER
Biotechnology & Posthumanism

On Man’s Many Attempts to “Kill Death”… Breaking the Species Barrier… Human Alienation & Our Biotech Future… and more

VIEW DOSSIER
Neoconservatism

Delusions of Grandeur... A Pox On Both Your Houses... What Is a Neoconservative & Does It Matter?... and more

VIEW DOSSIER

Stand up and defend your faith.

Culture is shifting, but you can count on The New Oxford Review for an unwavering Catholic point of view. The message of the Church is easily muddled in today’s increasingly hostile, secular culture. We understand what’s coming at you, and we have articles and resources to help you defend your faith and grow in your understanding of Catholic teachings.

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