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The Tuesday Loop - June 16, 2026

CATHOLICVOTE ENDORSES SACRED HEART RESOLUTION

CatholicVote praised a House resolution introduced by Catholic Rep. Riley Moore, R-W.Va., to recognize the Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, calling it a timely affirmation of faith and renewed morality as the U.S. marks its 250th anniversary. "By officially recognizing this solemnity, Congress sends a powerful message: that faith, prayer, and moral renewal remain vital to the health of our republic," said CatholicVote Director of Government Affairs Tom McClusky.

CARDINAL BURKE WARNS OF 'THINLY DISGUISED TOTALITARIANISM' AT ZEALE RALLY

As Catholics gathered in La Crosse, Wisconsin, for CatholicVote's Zeale for America 250 prayer rally June 13, Cardinal Raymond Burke called Americans to renew their commitment to truth, virtue, and authentic patriotism. Find the key points of his inspiring address here.

ISRAEL BUCKS TRUMP ADMIN'S DEAL WITH IRAN

As U.S. and Iranian officials moved forward with an initial agreement to halt hostilities, Israel signaled that it would not withdraw from areas it has seized in Lebanon, even as Trump administration officials described restraint on that front as a condition for the deal’s implementation.

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POPE'S BROTHER ATTENDS UFC EVENT AT WHITE HOUSE

Pope Leo’s brother, Louis Prevost, was spotted chatting with Vice President JD Vance during Trump’s UFC event at the White House over the weekend. It’s not clear if the Holy Father likes mixed martial arts as much as his brother does – but Pope Leo is certainly a fan of athletic activity in general. He has praised the value of sport in several speeches and letters since his election last year.

EXCLUSIVE: ISABEL BROWN TALKS GEN Z CATHOLICS

Conservative commentator and content creator Isabel Brown challenged young Americans to pursue sainthood during her address at the Zeale for America 250 Rally. Before her address, Brown spoke with Zeale News about faith, family, patriotism, and what she described as a growing religious revival among Generation Z.

ATTENDEES SHARE HOW SACRED HEART SHAPES THEIR LIVES

Zeale News spoke with attendees at CatholicVote's June 13 Zeale for America 250 celebration in La Crosse, Wisconsin, about how the Sacred Heart and other Catholic devotions have shaped their homes, prayer lives, and relationships with Christ.

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BISHOPS MAKE GOOD ON SPORTS WAGERS

Championship weekend brought more than trophies for the New York Knicks and Carolina Hurricanes — it also settled a pair of friendly epicopal wagers between four Catholic bishops whose dioceses were cheering for opposing teams. Now it’s time for the archbishops of San Antonio and Las Vegas to make good on the bets.

RUSSIAN STRIKE SETS FIRE TO 1000-YEAR-OLD MONASTERY

The main cathedral of an “iconic 11th-century Ukrainian monastery” burned after being struck by a Russian drone on Sunday, the Kiev Independent reports. At least five were killed and 35 were injured in the attack on Ukraine’s capital. The cathedral fire was contained without major structural damage.

HOW TO ENTHRONE THE SACRED HEART IN YOUR HOME

On the Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, Cardinal Burke said in his homily that the fruitfulness of the consecration begins in the home. Here's how to get started!

CATHOLIC 101

The "hiddenness" of Ordinary Time — between the seasons of feasting and fasting — is an opportunity to meditate on Jesus's hidden years, after His parents found Him at the temple and before He began His public ministry.

SAINT OF THE DAY

Today the Church honors St. John Francis Regis, a French Jesuit priest known for his powerful preaching and his tireless work in the service of widows and orphans.

DAILY PSALM

"Be merciful, O Lord, for we have sinned." (Psalm 51)

DAILY READINGS

Today's Mass readings.

NEW EPISODE

In the latest episode of Flourish, Cecilia Jean visits a thriving neighborhood coffee shop where people with intellectual and developmental disabilities are finding purpose, bringing joy to their community, and flourishing. WATCH ON ZEALE