Editorials
A Meditation for Pentecost
Christ promised that the underworld would never overpower his church, but he did not say this community of his followers would be immune from troubles. Nor has it been.
Articles
Empty Pews and Empty Altars
Many Catholics believe that unless the priesthood is opened up to women or married men, the church will soon lack enough priests to provide Mass.
Farewell to the Club
Welcome to the club! The bishop in a Midwestern diocese offered these words of greeting as he exchanged the sign of peace with each new priest during the ordination ceremony. The year was 1965.
Books and Culture
Books
This new edition of the fascinating account by a medieval Franciscan friar, Odoric of Pordenone, of his journeys through the Middle and Far
Books
Cities often express their unique character through the particular buildings with which they are associated.
Books
When democracies like the United States go to war, it is up to the leaders of these duly elected governments to protect the life, liberty an
Columns and Departments
The Word
Columns
Of Many Things
Letters
