Pope Francis Turns 1: A Year of Surprises
“A Jesuit named Francis … a little something for everyone,” I texted my colleague who works at a Franciscan University. I watched as Pope Francis…
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Offered to Pray for Someone? 5 Fresh Ways to Stick to Your Word
We were sitting in the shade at a playground watching our preschoolers dash from slide to slide when my best friend turned to me and…
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Children and the Church: Recognizing the Welcome
My husband is in the Army Reserve, which means that, coupled with his civilian work schedule, he is gone at least one weekend a month.…
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Digital Retreat for Deepening Our Relationship With God and Nature
Click here to download the retreat. Whose summer to-do list doesn’t include a hike, a trip to the beach, or a walk in the park?…
read moreAn Atheist’s Take on Pope Francis
Mark Mason is a gay activist and an outspoken atheist. He’s an unlikely Catholic cheerleader. So why is he such a fan that he’s set…
read moreStop Throwing Away Low-Wage Workers
Many advocates for economic justice were struck by Pope Francis’ candid remarks last month about our global economic system and the “idol” of money. The…
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