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In All Things
‘First Things’ Editor R.R. Reno responds to Pope Francis’ visit to the United States
When he was first elected, I said: ‘Strap on your seatbelt.’ My friend asked: ‘Why?’ I said: ‘Because he’s a Jesuit.’
Interfaith prayer at Ground Zero
From start to finish, the memorial service at Ground Zero was a time of shared prayer, a remarkable interfaith moment of praying together.
‘When Faith Causes Family Friction’: Author Q&A with Dr. Ray Guarendi
Dr. Ray Guarendi is a Catholic clinical psychologist and a syndicated radio and television host.
Vice President Biden’s comments about abortion in America interview kick off new conversations
Vice President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. affirmed that pro-life people “absolutely, positively” are welcome in the Democratic party and that he believes, as a Catholic, that “abortion is always wrong.”
On A Wing and a Prayer: The Pope is Here!
All the networks—including cable—were ready and willing to report on this first trip of the pope to America.
Prayers for Pope Francis upon his arrival to the United States
Pope Francis will see a nation, a people and a culture he has heard much about, but has not known, until now.
The solemn handshake between JFK and Pope Paul VI
Would JFK adhere to traditional practice, whereby Catholics kneel, grasp the pope’s right hand, and kiss the papal ring, which is the physical symbol of the Petrine office?
So what if Pope Francis meets a transgender Catholic at the White House?
When God created us as male and female, it was a more mysterious revelation than we’re usually led to recognize.
California bishop voices support for the ordination of women
In the interview with America, Bishop Francis Quinn said, “I personally think the Spirit is calling [women] to be deacons and priests, but the Spirit hasn’t done it clearly enough to convince the teaching church.”
