The practice of remembering death may sound grim, but not so long ago, it was considered an essential part of the Christian tradition.
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How can activists win more than a viral moment?
Today, it is easier than ever for activists to command attention for a moment but harder to form the lasting relationships and organizations that are also needed to make lasting change.
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New Year’s Resolution failed? Take Pope Francis’ advice and try ‘wasting time’ instead.
Are we tired of working in a system of mere productivity and efficiency that fails to acknowledge our humanity and that of others?
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Why we need both God and medicine to overcome trauma
I have found that praying 15 minutes every day is an important form of self-care.
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Former Vatican ambassador: Pope reminds U.S. that greatness comes from looking beyond our borders
In his annual address to diplomats at the Vatican, Pope Francis condemned isolationism and called on nations to act out of “concern for the whole human family and its needs.”
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It’s a complicated time to be a Notre Dame fan. But I’m still cheering (and praying).
Notre Dame is proud of its slogan: “God, Country, Notre Dame” (in that order). But the ease with which the punctuation slides into “God Country: Notre Dame” has a lot to do with football.
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Head of 9/11 Commission on five ways to prevent the spread of terrorism
Since 2001, attacks worldwide have increased fivefold. From the Sahara Desert to cyberspace, Islamist militants continue to find innovative new ways to extend their reach.
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How addiction and trauma brought one nun closer to God
For the past 10 years, I have been able to share my journey of encountering God’s healing love and mercy at conferences and retreats with audiences of all ages and backgrounds across the nation.
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Father Thomas Keating’s parting wisdom for a divided church and country
Father Keating left us a powerful but unlikely solution to our current national crisis: centering prayer.
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What it means to be a Catholic feminist and why the church must embrace it
Feminism is both necessary for being a Catholic woman and one of the reasons you will be tested as a Catholic feminist.