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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WATCH: Holy Week in Three Minutes
In a BRAND NEW version of our classic video, Busted Halo explains the significance of the final week we spend preparing for Easter.
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How I’m Overcoming Judginess in a Divided World
I feel the anger rising as I scroll. “She is so ignorant.” “I can’t believe he actually thinks that.” “What is wrong with her?” The…
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How Anointing of the Sick Grants More Than Physical Healing
A few weeks ago, I was called to sing at the Anointing of the Sick Mass here at our parish in the Bay Area. It…
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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