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German Protestant Resistance to Hitler

Resist­ers were divided on whether their aim was to preserve intact the integrity and identity of the Church or whether activity to eradicate Nazism was…

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The Meaning of Feminine Submission

Eve, though derived from Adam, completes him. She is his body, “bone of my bones and flesh of my flesh.” Eve provides Adam his masculine…

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Zhivago’s Women & the Moral Vice of Our Time

Self-interest is often recast as “love.” The facile slogan “love is love” blocks any moral critique that could reveal that “love” isn’t always love.

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DDF head Fernández to hold talks with SSPX leader

Cardinal says aim is to 'find a fruitful path of dialogue'

Canada: Organ donation pushes assisted suicides

Data shows high rate, novel pressure on MAiD victims

Prosecutors in Becciu trial suffer embarrassing setbacks

Now at issue are four 'secret executive decrees' by Francis

Bishop Varden to preach Lenten retreat to Pope, Curia

Norwegian has books published by Ignatius, Word on Fire

Ongoing row at Notre Dame over pro-abort appointee

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Rome: Meloni-like church fresco angel is painted over

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'Melania' & the Slavic Slur

By John M. Grondelski
February 2nd 2026 10:58 AM

Amazon has produced a docudrama on the First Lady, Melania. You might love it or hate it (or, like me, haven't seen it) but promotion…

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St. Augustine's Community at Hippo

By James Thunder
January 30th 2026 12:28 PM

In Part 1 (linked below) I discussed Pope Leo's plans to continue to live in community as pope, St. Augustine's description of friendship, short biographies…

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Promising Signs on Italian Suicide Law

By Sabino Paciolla
January 29th 2026 2:39 PM

Professor Benedetto Rocchi, Associate Professor in the Department of Economics and Business Science at the University of Florence and president of the permanent observatory on…

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Front & Center

German Protestant Resistance to Hitler

Resist­ers were divided on whether their aim was to preserve intact the integrity and identity of the Church or whether activity to eradicate Nazism was…

READ ARTICLE
The Meaning of Feminine Submission

Eve, though derived from Adam, completes him. She is his body, “bone of my bones and flesh of my flesh.” Eve provides Adam his masculine…

READ ARTICLE
Zhivago’s Women & the Moral Vice of Our Time

Self-interest is often recast as “love.” The facile slogan “love is love” blocks any moral critique that could reveal that “love” isn’t always love.

READ ARTICLE

In The News

MORNING MUST-READS
DDF head Fernández to hold talks with SSPX leader

Cardinal says aim is to 'find a fruitful path of dialogue'

Canada: Organ donation pushes assisted suicides

Data shows high rate, novel pressure on MAiD victims

Prosecutors in Becciu trial suffer embarrassing setbacks

Now at issue are four 'secret executive decrees' by Francis

Bishop Varden to preach Lenten retreat to Pope, Curia

Norwegian has books published by Ignatius, Word on Fire

Ongoing row at Notre Dame over pro-abort appointee

Two scholars resign roles at ND Asian studies institute

Rome: Meloni-like church fresco angel is painted over

Pastor fed up with gawkers; same amateur 'restorer' does it

VIEW ARCHIVE
DDF head Fernández to hold talks with SSPX leader

Cardinal says aim is to 'find a fruitful path of dialogue'

Canada: Organ donation pushes assisted suicides

Data shows high rate, novel pressure on MAiD victims

Prosecutors in Becciu trial suffer embarrassing setbacks

Now at issue are four 'secret executive decrees' by Francis

Bishop Varden to preach Lenten retreat to Pope, Curia

Norwegian has books published by Ignatius, Word on Fire

Ongoing row at Notre Dame over pro-abort appointee

Two scholars resign roles at ND Asian studies institute

Rome: Meloni-like church fresco angel is painted over

Pastor fed up with gawkers; same amateur 'restorer' does it

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'Melania' & the Slavic Slur

February 2nd 2026 10:58 AM

Amazon has produced a docudrama on the First Lady, Melania. You might love it or hate it (or, like me,…

READ MORE ON THIS BLOG POST

St. Augustine's Community at Hippo

January 30th 2026 12:28 PM

In Part 1 (linked below) I discussed Pope Leo's plans to continue to live in community as pope, St. Augustine's…

READ MORE ON THIS BLOG POST

Promising Signs on Italian Suicide Law

January 29th 2026 2:39 PM

Professor Benedetto Rocchi, Associate Professor in the Department of Economics and Business Science at the University of Florence and president…

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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

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Fanatical Feminism & Women Religious

The Prayers of Moloch’s Modern Priestesses... Feminists: The Worst Misogynists?... Our Testosterone-Depleted Church... and more

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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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