How To Talk to Those Who Disagree with You—and Still Love Them
A few years ago, during a Saturday session of my doctoral class called “Critical Issues in Educational Leadership,” we compared charter versus public schools, a…
Politics
3 Ways to Practice the Art of Listening
Anyone who knows me well can tell you that I’m a very opinionated person. While I pride myself on being open to considering different points…
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…
An Election Day Prayer and Reflection From Father Dave
What a year it has been! We have faced a global pandemic, heightened social unrest, and today, on Election Day, we face the culmination of…
An Election Day Message from Father Dave
This has been a long, difficult election season. As you head to the polls today, you will probably feel like you’re in a quandary as…
3 Reasons You Should Vote (Even If You Don’t Want To)
Do you know what Pope Francis’ biggest miracle was during his trip last year to the United States? For one week, Americans didn’t have to…
Catholics, Capital Punishment, and the 2016 Election
When I was 8 years old, I heard a news story on the radio one morning about a man due to be executed. My mom…
Following Francis’ Lead, John Boehner Attempts to Rebuild the People’s House
“Rebuild my house!” This was God’s command to the 13th-century Saint Francis of Assisi. And thanks to the modern day Francis, it’s exactly what John…
Our 15 Favorite Quotes from Pope Francis’ Visit
Pope Francis may be back in Rome, but the loving and powerful words spoken throughout his time in the United States aren’t something we’ll soon…
What Can We Learn from Pope Francis’ Visit?
Many young Catholics are eagerly awaiting Pope Francis’ first visit to the United States. During the last few months, religious and political pundits have speculated…
