Canceling Padre Serra
I have just received word that, after voting to remove a large statue of St. Junípero Serra that stands in
Read moreI have just received word that, after voting to remove a large statue of St. Junípero Serra that stands in
Read moreRecently, the bishops of California made a statement regarding the attacks on the statues of St. Junipero Serra in San
Read moreThe original “Jurassic Park” film from 25 years ago rather inventively explored a theme that has been prominent in Western
Read moreThere is a very bad argument for celibacy which has reared its head throughout the tradition and which is, even
Read moreLike many others, I have watched the Jordan Peterson phenomenon unfold with a certain fascination. If you don’t know what
Read moreWith great profit and pleasure, I’m currently reading Alec Ryrie’s new book “Protestants: The Faith That Made the Modern World.”
Read moreI write these words from the Nuremore Hotel in Monaghan, Ireland, where I am conducting a retreat for the good
Read moreEvery community, inevitably, has a value or set of values that it considers fundamental, some basic good which positions every
Read moreFleming Rutledge’s “The Crucifixion” is one of the most stimulating and thought-provoking books of theology that I have read in
Read moreFather Daniel Berrigan, S.J. passed away (on April 30) at the age of 94. Though many younger Catholics might not
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