Category: Essays & Profiles
The Human Face of Immigration by Patrick Carolan
While we describe ourselves as a nation of immigrants, our laws are more centered around whom we exclude, not how we welcome.
President Biden should commute the death sentences of all federal prisoners by Chris Byrd
Making these commutations will send the nation a powerful message of mercy.
To Preach or to Impassion? by Gene Ciarlo
Today it is vital that the homily be packed with practical and realistic truths, a substantial summons to walk the path less traveled.
More Than a Theory by Mária Dominika Vanková
A journey to Cambodia with the Salesians of Don Bosco shows the author the simplicity of love.
Organizers present “Every Catholic Voice” event on upcoming US election by Michael Centore
The September 7 event is billed as "a safe, sacred space for encounter, civil dialogue, and mutual listening."
Judiciary Committee Should Not Intimidate Faith-Based Organizations by Patrick Carolan
The committee is targeting faith-based organizations that are seeking to divest from fossil fuels.
Seeking Inspiration by Gene Ciarlo
The function of the Mass is to transform us in the here and now, for the sake of the here and now.
The Ideal Which Must Direct Us by Gregory Fox
For the French Oratorian Lucien Laberthonnière, apologetics began from internal experience rather than external facts.
God in the Brothel by Michael Ford
A profile of Edwina Gateley, a mystic and poet who spent much of her life ministering to women involved in prostitution.
Chicago Parish Announces the First Conference Dedicated to Peter Maurin, Co-Founder of the Catholic Worker Movement
The conference will take place from September 6 through 8 of this year.
Proximity and Nearness: A Report from Day 3 of the AUSCP Annual Assembly
A keynote from Dr. Kim Harris, Mass celebrated at the historic St. Peter Claver Catholic Church, and a banquet for the 2024 St. John XXIII Award winners rounded out Wednesday's program.
Transformative Processes: A Report from Day 2 of the AUSCP Annual Assembly
A keynote from Fr. Tom Reese and the presentation of a documentary on Teilhard de Chardin were highlights of the second day of the assembly.
“Taken, Blessed, Broken, and Shared”: A Report from Day 1 of the AUSCP Annual Assembly
The opening day of the assembly featured a retreat given by Bishop John Stowe and a keynote from Fr. Michael Driscoll.
Communing with the Community by Gene Ciarlo
Communion time tells a story. It is theology, deep theology, about "Take and eat. This is my body given for you."