Why did Joseph decide to divorce Mary quietly and then change his mind?
When Joseph finds out that Mary is pregnant, it must have been a terrible surprise. They were betrothed, but had not yet lived as husband…
read moreWhat is the Muslim Letter “A Common Word” About?
Question: I saw some reference to “A Common Word” letter from Muslims addressed to Christians. What’s the “common word” refering to? In October 2007 a…
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Renewing the Spirit: A Catholic Guide to Overcoming Career Burnout
As the holiday season draws nearer, so do my responsibilities as a mother and college professor. Meeting work deadlines, traveling for business, attending committee meetings,…
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Community Service: How You Can Act on Catholic Social Teaching Every Day
During my many years of volunteer service (primarily in hunger relief organizations), I’ve witnessed a frustrating phenomenon. While people (admirably) tend to focus on opportunities…
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Bless Us, Oh Lord, for These Thy Gifts: The Holiness of Mealtimes
A few years ago, I was asked to sit on an alumnae panel at my high school to talk about life in college and beyond.…
read moreI found porn on my husband’s computer. Is this grounds for an annulment?
The internet has created a new minefield for marriages and relationships. People who would never think of visiting an adult shop or ordering pay-per-view suddenly…
read moreAre We Supposed To Forgive Osama Bin Laden?
Before I answer this question directly, it should be noted that forgiveness does not give assent to the horrible actions committed by another. Forgiveness allows us to heal from harms done to us by moving forward and not allowing this pain to continue to control our lives.
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