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A Call to Arms

The first battle the Church militant must fight is against ourselves, for unless the appetites of the flesh are subdued, we will be unprepared for…

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Engaging the Morally Unconscious Person

The appropriate message for such a person is a stern warning to “Wake up!” reminiscent of Jesus’ dismay at finding His disciples asleep in the…

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Why Forcing Equality of the Sexes Leads to Civilizational Chaos

Our country is rich enough to avoid the consequences of living against the natural order. But, in reality, patriarchy is the only kind of society…

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Vatican cancels Pope's trip to UN climate conf. in Dubai

On doctor's orders regarding lung inflammation after flu

Nicaragua says jailed bishop treated well in prison

In rebuttal to rights experts who voice 'grave concern'

Mass. priest gets probation after $100K theft charges

'Voluntary laicization' is a condition of the court's deal

Pro-life lawmakers urge 'middle ground' on abortion

Some Repub. presidential candidates talk 15-week limit

Indian nuns pledge to eradicate human trafficking

170 gather to share practices at Talitha Kum meeting

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Pope plans to nix Cdl. Burke’s salary & Vatican flat?

Report: Burke seen as working against unity of Church

Vatican cancels Pope's trip to UN climate conf. in Dubai

On doctor's orders regarding lung inflammation after flu

Nicaragua says jailed bishop treated well in prison

In rebuttal to rights experts who voice 'grave concern'

Mass. priest gets probation after $100K theft charges

'Voluntary laicization' is a condition of the court's deal

Pro-life lawmakers urge 'middle ground' on abortion

Some Repub. presidential candidates talk 15-week limit

Indian nuns pledge to eradicate human trafficking

170 gather to share practices at Talitha Kum meeting

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Euthanasia & Assisted Suicide

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The Antichrist in Political Philosophy… Isaac Newton: End-Times Prophet… Your Final Destination… Last Judgment (Lite)… more

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Mercy, Humility, & Hell-Fire

By John M. Grondelski
November 29th 2023 2:59 PM

Last Sunday’s Gospel for the Solemnity of Christ the King is Matthew’s Last Judgment account. I have to admit I’m partial to that text because,…

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A Crack in the Wall

By James Hanink
November 29th 2023 2:52 PM

The L.A. Times, a newspaper that I love to lambaste, seems to have a crack in its “wokeness wall.” A fresh editorial headline announces that…

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Memory of a Thanksgiving Past

By John M. Grondelski
November 28th 2023 12:33 PM

As we marked Thanksgiving last week, my memories reached back 50 years to Thanksgiving 1973. I remember the day well: sunny but chilly. The memory…

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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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Front & Center

A Call to Arms

The first battle the Church militant must fight is against ourselves, for unless the appetites of the flesh are subdued, we will be unprepared for…

READ ARTICLE
Engaging the Morally Unconscious Person

The appropriate message for such a person is a stern warning to “Wake up!” reminiscent of Jesus’ dismay at finding His disciples asleep in the…

READ ARTICLE
Why Forcing Equality of the Sexes Leads to Civilizational Chaos

Our country is rich enough to avoid the consequences of living against the natural order. But, in reality, patriarchy is the only kind of society…

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In The News

MORNING MUST-READS
Pope plans to nix Cdl. Burke’s salary & Vatican flat?

Report: Burke seen as working against unity of Church

Vatican cancels Pope's trip to UN climate conf. in Dubai

On doctor's orders regarding lung inflammation after flu

Nicaragua says jailed bishop treated well in prison

In rebuttal to rights experts who voice 'grave concern'

Mass. priest gets probation after $100K theft charges

'Voluntary laicization' is a condition of the court's deal

Pro-life lawmakers urge 'middle ground' on abortion

Some Repub. presidential candidates talk 15-week limit

Indian nuns pledge to eradicate human trafficking

170 gather to share practices at Talitha Kum meeting

VIEW ARCHIVE
Pope plans to nix Cdl. Burke’s salary & Vatican flat?

Report: Burke seen as working against unity of Church

Vatican cancels Pope's trip to UN climate conf. in Dubai

On doctor's orders regarding lung inflammation after flu

Nicaragua says jailed bishop treated well in prison

In rebuttal to rights experts who voice 'grave concern'

Mass. priest gets probation after $100K theft charges

'Voluntary laicization' is a condition of the court's deal

Pro-life lawmakers urge 'middle ground' on abortion

Some Repub. presidential candidates talk 15-week limit

Indian nuns pledge to eradicate human trafficking

170 gather to share practices at Talitha Kum meeting

VIEW ARCHIVE

The Narthex

The New Oxford Blog

Mercy, Humility, & Hell-Fire

November 29th 2023 2:59 PM

Last Sunday’s Gospel for the Solemnity of Christ the King is Matthew’s Last Judgment account. I have to admit I’m…

READ MORE ON THIS BLOG POST

A Crack in the Wall

November 29th 2023 2:52 PM

The L.A. Times, a newspaper that I love to lambaste, seems to have a crack in its “wokeness wall.” A…

READ MORE ON THIS BLOG POST

Memory of a Thanksgiving Past

November 28th 2023 12:33 PM

As we marked Thanksgiving last week, my memories reached back 50 years to Thanksgiving 1973. I remember the day well:…

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From the NOR Dossiers
Communism & Marxism

The Soviets’ Doomed Battle with Byt... Kindred Spirits, Fellow Victors... Croatia: “The Ramparts of Christendom”... If Not Communism or Capitalism, What?... The Crumbling of Communism: Good for the Catholic Church?... and more

VIEW DOSSIER
Euthanasia & Assisted Suicide

All Aboard the Suicide Train... True Medical Care or the Law of the Jungle?... The Return of the Physician-Executioner... and more

VIEW DOSSIER
Eschatology & End Times

The Antichrist in Political Philosophy… Isaac Newton: End-Times Prophet… Your Final Destination… Last Judgment (Lite)… 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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