On February 19, 2026, the SSPX announced in a letter to Rome that they intend to proceed with the consequences of consecrating their own bishops without canonical status or permission. In doing so, they openly accept the penalties attached to such an act, including excommunication and formal separation from the Catholic Church. A sobering moment in the life of the Church—pride truly goes before the fall
In today’s episode, David breaks down the seismic February 12 meeting between Cardinal Víctor Manuel Fernández and SSPX Superior General Davide Pagliarani. Was it a photo op—or a doctrinal reckoning? David unpacks Rome’s ultimatum, the SSPX’s strategic dilemma, and the theological stakes behind the ball now placed firmly in their court. Then, we pivot to the exciting news of Venerable Fulton J. Sheen’s cause advancing toward beatification. Guest Allan Smith joins from Ontario to reflect on Sheen’s legacy, miracles, and the spiritual impact of his preaching in our time
Bishops challenge Trump, Carrie Prejean Boller sparks Zionism debate, and Solomon’s prayer calls us to intercede for our parish.
SSPX errors exposed, Pedro Ballester’s holiness, Live Action’s ad examined, ASPS reverses course, and today’s readings reveal a deeper liturgical truth.
The SSPX crisis isn’t new — it’s a repeat of a pattern the Church has seen for centuries. In this episode, David L. Gray explains the striking parallels between the SSPX’s rejection of Vatican II and the Old Catholic schism after Vatican I, showing how “tradition” detached from the magisterium becomes ideology. Plus: today’s news headlines, the Memorial of Saint Paul Miki and Companions, and a reflection on why people believe anything before they believe God’s revelation.
The head of the SSPX is heading to Rome for a private meeting with Cardinal Víctor Manuel Fernández — but this isn’t a negotiation. It’s a doctrinal confrontation shaped by strategic power moves inside the Vatican. David L. Gray breaks down why the SSPX remains an irregular body, what they would need to do to return to full communion, and how Fernández is controlling the outcome before the meeting even begins. Plus: today’s top world news, Saint Agatha, and a reflection on Mark 6:7–13 and the Ite, missa est.
A sharp morning breakdown of national and international headlines, followed by a deep dive into why the SSPX’s ecclesiology conflicts with canon law, Tradition, and the magisterium. In today’s commentary, David unpacks the First Reading from 2 Samuel, revealing the theological weight of Absalom’s death beneath the terebinth tree and how this moment exposes the contrast between false kingship and the true kingship of Christ.
A fast, insightful Catholic news briefing with David L. Gray covering national protests, DHS funding turmoil, global Church updates, and the rise of Universal Basic Income in an AI‑driven economy. Featuring commentary on 2 Samuel 11, Saint Martina of Rome, and whether UBI aligns with Catholic social teaching in Rerum Novarum. A clear, faith‑centered look at the future of work, culture, and vocation.
A packed morning show with David L. Gray: today’s top headlines, a sharp breakdown of why the 2026 Doomsday Clock update mirrors the worldview of Freemasonry, a surprising good‑news story out of Minnesota, and a spiritual deep‑dive into “Three Signs You Are the Rich Soil” according to the saints.
January 27, 2026 – David L. Gray in the Morning: The morning headlines, a powerful reflection on 2 Samuel 6 as an early prototype of the Catholic Mass, and David’s monologue on “Lifesite News WRONG AGAIN About Pope Leo XIV,” exposing the errors of the latest Rad Trad Inc. critique
Pope Leo’s 2026 warning about “affectionate” AI chatbots takes center stage as David L. Gray breaks down how AI intimacy, digital loneliness, and emotional manipulation are reshaping culture. Then David examines the emerging pattern of the political left creating its own martyrs, using the Alex Pretti incident as a case study in narrative engineering and mobilization.
In today’s episode of The David L. Gray Morning Show, David explores how the mercy David shows to King Saul in the cave becomes a mirror of God’s mercy toward us and also breaks open a provocativa idea: applying the principles of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion where they matter most.
Today’s show breaks down Bishop Barron’s viral immigration take and why it earns my Worst Take Award of 2026. We look at what the Catechism actually teaches about the common good, why language like “undocumented” matters, and how selective enforcement fails both justice and mercy.
Plus: a Gospel reflection inspired by today’s Old Testament reading — the four things the liturgy teaches us about real friendship, from covenant loyalty to sacrificial love.
In this episode of David L. Gray in the Morning, we look at the shocking disruption of a Minnesota church service, the media spin that followed, and how Lemon’s own words turned him into the poster child for “FAFO.”
In this episode, David L. Gray breaks down the clash between Church leadership and political power and highlights the legal battle Catholic educators are waging to defend parental rights and religious freedom.
David L. Gray breaks down today’s biggest stories — from the growing ICE controversy and questions about a manufactured political crisis, to NASA’s renewed push toward the Moon, to Pope Leo sealing the Holy Doors for the Jubilee. Plus commentary on the daily Mass readings, top news headlines, and the Saint of the Day. A clear, Catholic perspective on the forces shaping faith, culture, and politics.