The beatification of Rutilio Grande, S.J., this weekend in San Salvador reminds us of the power of Christian witness and courage in the face of oppression.
Arts & Culture
Posted inArts & Culture, Ideas
Wordle is taking over our social media feeds. But it’s more than just a game—it’s a gift.
The New York Times said that “Wordle is a love story.” In a way, isn’t every online bit and bob that we delight in a love story?
Posted inArts & Culture, Podcasts
What’s it like being Catholic in Hollywood?
A conversation with Marianne Muellerleile about what it’s like being Catholic in Hollywood, and what makes for a funny commercial (she’s been in quite a few, including Geico’s “Aunt Infestation”).
Posted inArts & Culture, Television
Disney+’s ‘The Book of Boba Fett’ soared high—then crashed.
After being tremendously excited by the first two episodes, right now I have to admit, I suddenly have a bad feeling about this.
Posted inArts & Culture, Music
The (unofficial) Pope Francis Playlist
If you’re anything like me, Pope Francis’ recent visit to a record shop in Rome probably has you wondering: What might the vicar of Christ’s Spotify playlist look like?
Posted inArts & Culture, Interviews
The Bob Dylan Bible: In ‘Girl From the North Country,’ an Irish playwright takes inspiration from the prophet of folk
“Bob Dylan is in the tradition of great writers stretching back to the biblical prophets—there’s something in his songs that is so resonant that people will be trying to figure the songs out for generations.”
Posted inArts & Culture, News
Pope Francis’ music library contains nearly 2,000 CDs — including 25 by Elvis Presley
While the pope’s collection is mostly made up of classical music, it also includes a 25-disc collection of Elvis Presley’s Gospel songs.
Posted inArts & Culture, Catholic Book Club
‘The prophet must not have died in vain’: The Jesuits, MLK and the fight for racial justice
John LaFarge, S.J., left an indelible mark on America—particularly in his unflagging devotion to the cause of racial justice for African Americans.
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The ‘Harry Potter’ reunion is just what 2022 needs
To want to magic away Covid-19 is wishful thinking at its very worst. But that impulse is a forgivable offense. And it is exactly why “Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts” is what 2022 needs.
Posted inArts & Culture, Film
Sidney Poitier made racism ridiculous
Sidney Poitier’s abilities as an actor were subtle, even spiritual. They were about soul. Not his. Ours.