Category: Essays & Profiles
God without the Idea of Evil: Part IV—Destined from the Foundation of the World by Gregory Casprini, OSB
The latest in this multipart series considers God's "kindhearted design" as glimpsed in the life of the Trinity.
“Real, Real Gone”: A Monk with a Passion for the Blues by Michael Ford
We take a momentary pause in our series on "God without the Idea of Evil" to meet a monk-poet from the Midwest who senses the connection between the Psalms and the blues.
God without the Idea of Evil: Part III—The Twofold Gaze of the Lord by Gregory Casprini, OSB
The third installment of this multipart series considers the relationship between human freedom and original sin.
God without the Idea of Evil: Part II—The Goodness of Human Freedom by Gregory Casprini, OSB
We continue our multipart series exploring the idea of a God who "cannot comprehend" the evil in the world.
God without the Idea of Evil: Part I—The Origins of a Translation by Gregory Casprini, OSB
The first in a multipart series that explores the idea of a God who simply "cannot comprehend" the evil in the world.
“An Important Step Forward”: An Interview with Phyllis Zagano
The author and theologian speaks about the Synod's approach to the permanent diaconate of women.
Synod delegate reflects on “courageous” discussions at October assembly by Michael Centore
Helena Jeppesen-Spuhler, delegate from Switzerland, spoke about her experience at an event hosted by Catholic Church Reform International.
Is the Church Ready for Radical Simplicity? by Gene Ciarlo
The bywords for the rest of the Synod should be radical simplicity, and a place for everyone according to their gifts and charisms.
The Mystical Camino by O’Neill D’Cruz
Every faith tradition offers models and metaphors for the Way, rooted in both mystical and cultural contexts and expressed in archetypal and physical symbols.
Armenian Americans feel the violent struggles of their homeland from across the world by Megan K. Brush and Dr. Sarita Melkon Maldjian
Haunted by memories of the 1915 genocide, Armenian Americans are distressed by the conflict in Nagorno-Karabakh.
“A Listening Church in a Divided Nation” facilitates intergenerational dialogue by Michael Centore
The February 28 event brought Cardinal Wilton Gregory into conversation with several young Catholics.
Youth Participation in Small Christian Communities in Tanzania: Insights and Recommendations by Jesca D. Massawe and James Alex Mhangwa
Despite having one of the fastest-growing populations of young people in the world, youth participation in Tanzania's small Christian communities was declining. Two SCC participants set out to discover why.
Association of US Catholic Priests hosts event on Synodality, co-responsibility, and women’s participation in the church by Michael Centore
The February 7 event featured insights from Synod delegates, church leaders, and others who have participated in the public activities of the Synod.
Synodal Discernment and Women in the Diaconate by Phyllis Zagano
To argue against restoring women to the diaconate is to argue against diaconal ministry itself.