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The Monday Loop - August 11, 2025

TRUMP STATES HE WILL REMOVE HOMELESS FROM DC

Trump on Sunday stated that he intends to force the homeless out of Washington, DC, as part of his administration's effort to tackle crime in the area. “The Homeless have to move out, IMMEDIATELY," he wrote in a social media post. "We will give you places to stay, but FAR from the Capital.”

DEMS LACK 'MORAL AUTHORITY' ON REDISTRICTING FIGHT

While Democrats ignite a national debate over their refusal to allow Texas lawmakers to redraw the state's congressional map, Democratic strategist Julian Epstein points out that his party doesn't "have the moral authority" for the move, as many Democratic-led states have engaged in heavy gerrymandering that limited Republican congressional representation.

REPORT: TRUMP ADMIN TO CONFRONT PERSECUTION IN AFRICA

"The White House, faced with an ongoing and growing tsunami of murderous attacks by Islamic State-allied groups against Christians in sub-Saharan Africa, is now working closely with the State Department to find ways to stop the killing," Fox News reports.

ALLIGATOR ALCATRAZ EXPANSION PAUSED

A federal judge last week ordered a 14-day pause on construction at “Alligator Alcatraz.” Environmental groups testified in court that construction plans pose “serious risks” to endangered species in Florida.

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MIRACLE? SINGER RECOVERS FROM BROKEN BACK IN 2 WEEKS

A popular Christian musician who headlined at the 2025 Catholic young adult conference SEEK recently broke his back in a skateboarding accident. He "could not move an inch without excruciating pain," he said. But just two weeks later, he had recovered. How is it possible? According to him, it was "a miracle."

CATHOLICS CONTINUE TO REBUILD AFTER HURRICANES

Catholic Charities is still hard at work rebuilding and providing comfort in the areas devastated by Hurricanes Helene and Milton.

PRIORITIZE FAITH, FAMILY, & FINANCES

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VIOLENT HINDU MOB ASSAULTS CATHOLICS IN INDIA

A violent mob ambushed two Catholic priests, two nuns, and a catechist in eastern India earlier last week as they were leaving a village following a memorial Mass. The attackers, reportedly about 70 members of the militant Hindu nationalist group Bajrang Dal, accused the group of attempting religious conversions.

INDIAN BISHOPS CONFRONT HINDU ACCUSATIONS AGAINST NUNS

Catholic bishops are calling on the Indian state of Chhattisgarh to drop the “false case” against two local nuns who were imprisoned for over a week. Hindu activists have accused the nuns of human trafficking and forced conversions.

SO MUCH NEWS

Here are the stories we couldn’t fit it today’s LOOP: • "Enough is enough!" Catholic bishops say New York must support families, not abortion. • Over 40 high schoolers recently attended a retreat for those considering the priesthood! • Pope Leo said yesterday that we must invest "the treasure of our existence" in works of mercy.

EVERY MAN'S MISSION

So many men seem to be struggling with the same thing: lacking a sense of mission. Dr. Peter Kleponis explains that the broad mission of every man is to be a leader, provider, and protector, no matter his age or vocation. By examining your circumstances and relationships, you can identify ways of fulfilling this mission in every area of life.

CATHOLIC 101

All real progress in life starts with having a prayer life. Here's why it works that way, and how everything changes once you start praying regularly.

SAINT OF THE DAY

Today, the Church celebrates the feast of Saint Clare of Assisi, foundress of the Poor Clares and one of the earliest Franciscans. As a young noblewoman, Clare fled her home in the middle of the night after hearing Francis preach. He accepted her and soon gave her charge of a convent.

DAILY PSALM

"Praise the Lord, Jerusalem." (Psalm 147:12)

DAILY READINGS

Today's Mass readings.

LOVING ALL GOD'S CHILDREN

Eunice Kennedy, a devout Catholic, saw the beauty in children with disabilities, starting with her sister Rosemary. After Rosemary was subjected to a botched lobotomy in 1941, however, Eunice realized that not everyone recognized the beauty of her sister. The fifth of Joseph and Rose Kennedy’s nine children, 20-year-old Eunice was unable to help Rosemary, but was determined to help others like her.