To see headlines suggesting that not having kids is in some way selfish would be painful. But did Pope Francis really say that?
Ashley McKinless
Ashley McKinless is an executive editor at America and co-host of the ‘Jesuitical’ podcast.
Posted inFaith, Faith in Focus
Volunteer, stop judging and get off Twitter: 8 New Year’s Resolutions Inspired by Pope Francis
Ready or not, the new year is here — and with it our annual opportunity to take stock and set goals, with a little help from Pope Francis.
Posted inAdvent Reflections, Faith
Where have all the food miracles gone?
A Reflection for the Wednesday of the First Week of Advent
Posted inFaith, Interviews
Father Greg Boyle: Moral outrage can feel good. But it does nothing to heal our divided world.
God doesn’t share in our outrage. God only invites us to kinship and connection.
Posted inNews Analysis, Politics & Society
Early Takeaways: Pope Francis on Biden, Bishops, Abortion and Communion
The hosts of “Jesuitical,” Ashley McKinless and Zac Davis, discuss Pope Francis’ advice to bishops deciding whether or not to deny Communion to politicians who support abortion.
Posted inFaith, Podcasts
It’s okay to be upset by the Bishops-Biden controversy—but please, don’t leave the church over it.
If you’re thinking about leaving, your feelings are valid. But the biggest thing you could do in response to this is go receive the Eucharist.
Posted inFaith, Interviews
Discernment is for every Christian — not just Jesuits: an interview with Arturo Sosa, SJ
“Pope Francis is not only a Jesuit; he is a Christian. And discernment is part of Christianity. Discernment is an essential dimension of Christian life in all times.”
Posted inFaith, Lent Reflections
Use this time of Lent to reorient yourself towards serving others
We must ask ourselves: Is my ambition driven by the desire serve, or do I simply want a better seat at the table?
Posted inFaith, Lent Reflections
This Lent, remember that the key to God’s forgiveness is to forgive others
Our list of sins may be long; but God’s forgiveness is limitless, and in today’s Gospel, he has given us the key to receiving his mercy: “Forgive and you will be forgiven.”
Posted inArts & Culture, News
Hank Aaron, baseball’s one-time home run king (and a Catholic convert), dies at 86
Hank Aaron, who endured racist threats with stoic dignity during his pursuit of Babe Ruth’s home run record and gracefully left his mark as one of baseball’s greatest all-around players, died Friday.