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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7 Simple Lessons in Humility for Your Everyday Life
I stumbled across J Augustine Wetta’s “Humility Rules” while looking for books about faith on Amazon. I bought it because who doesn’t need more humility…
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The Magis: An Ignatian Antidote for Burnout
This summer, I finally got around to cleaning up the tall bookshelf in my office overflowing with books and binders. I soon came across a…
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5 Steps for Praying When You’re Overwhelmed
Has a large event occurred recently that jolted you? Are you feeling shaken by one of life’s storms like losing a loved one or losing…
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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