The Catholic Church is charged with caring for souls, but Pope Francis has reminded us over and over again of the importance of caring for bodily needs as well.
The Editors
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You’re Invited: a panel discussion on international religious freedom
Join us Wednesday, March 30, at the Sheen Center in New York City.
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What we should learn about security and outrage from the Apple-F.B.I. feud
We should step back to consider the best policy going forward.
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Racism surfaced by the Trump campaign is not a relic of the ‘old America’
Bigotry has its roots not just in 1860 or 1960 but in modern institutions and hearts.
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The Economic Memories of Pope Francis
When Pope Francis speaks on economic issues, most do not realize the experiences that have shaped his worldview. Matt Malone, S.J., and Tim Reidy speak with America's contributing editor in economics, Paul D. McNelis, S.J., on an article he wrote in the Feb. 22 issue of America, "Tyrants and Technocrats: The Economic Memories of Pope […]
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Editors: Pope and church leaders belong in political conversation
The pope’s clever response to ‘the Trump question’ is instructive.
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Millennial interest in politics should be fostered, not overlooked
This generation can be unnerving to older voters.
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Breaking Up With Europe
E.U. leaders cannot dismiss nationalist sentiment as a relic of the last century.
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Looking for sensitive ways to end female genital mutilation
The U.N. Children’s Fund found that female genital cutting is more widespread than once thought.
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You’re Invited: Muslim, Jewish and Catholic interpretations of mercy
A trialogue at St. Joseph’s Seminary moderated by Matt Malone, S.J., on scriptural approaches to mercy