The Rhythm of Creation by Michael Ford

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A visit with the poet, contemplative, and animal-rights activist Lynne Chitty puts the author in touch with the spirit of Saint Francis.

The Pace of Rome, the Peace of Ireland by Julie A. Ferraro

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A report from the Fifth World Congress of Benedictine Oblates, held last month in Rome.

Welcoming the Stranger by Nancy Enright

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We must use the Scriptures to inform our thinking, our actions, and our policies about immigration.

From Conflict to Conversation by Fr. Louis Arceneaux, C.M.

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We need to acknowledge the complexity of the many interrelated issues involved in discussing abortion.

“We Need to Talk about Human Rights”: An Interview with Nate Tinner-Williams

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The editor of Black Catholic Messenger speaks to us about his involvement in Spirit Unbounded's "Human Rights in the Emerging Catholic Church" event coinciding with the Synod in October.

St. Francis’s Road: Words about the Word by Gene Ciarlo

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The becoming of the Christian is to learn about that uncommon road, the one that is not taken by the rest of the world.

A Sense of Belonging: On the Importance of SCCs for Young Seekers by Kristiana Aurel and Alloys Nyakundi

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Reflections from members of the international Online Young Adult Seekers Small Christian Community on how SCCs have shaped their spiritual development.

Time for the Pro-Life Movement to Address Immigration by Colleen Shaddox

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It is shocking that every parish in the country is not in some way acting to protect the vulnerable children of God who seek entrance into this country.

Pastor Inspired by 9/11 Legend
by Michael Ford

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Remembering the Franciscan friar Fr. Mychal Judge, the first recorded victim of the 9/11 attacks and pioneer in the area of AIDS ministry.

Defining Social Justice by William Droel

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With a better appreciation for the definition of social justice, more good works might be accomplished.