The Spirituality of Surprise

In the weeks leading up to the election of Pope Francis, debates about various papal candidates dominated the press and, if you’re like me, the conversation at home. And whether Catholics consulted with their parish priest or with Paddy Power, it is likely that many had in mind a shortlist of probable popes — and were rooting for a favorite or two.

The Way Beyond Iraq

Imagine being tortured and raped, and then being forced to watch as the ‘evil-doers’ rape your daughter. All the while you know you do not…

Busted: Jim Martin, SJ

Rev. James Martin–Jesuit priest and associate editor of America magazine–has written and edited numerous books on the spiritual life, including the memoir In Good Company:…

Busted: Fr. Gregory A. Kalscheur, SJ

CNS Photo Considering their limited number (nine), their lifetime appointments and the far-reaching effects of their decisions, the nomination and confirmation of a Supreme Court…

The Love of Your Life

You may not envision being called into relationship with God through a classified ad. Nevertheless, perhaps God is calling you to live the vocation of…

Busted: Deborah Larsen

BustedHalo: If there were only one question I could ask you, it would be what you meant by “Faith is partly a matter of humbly…