Of Many Things

I never met Andrew Greeley, but like many people, I felt as if I knew him.

This December marks the 50th anniversary of “Inter Mirifica,” the “Decree on the Means of Social Communication” promulgated by the Second Vatican Council. The decree is one of the guiding lights for America. The reflections on our mission and identity in this issue are heavil

As I approach the first anniversary of my ordination next month, my friends and family have started to ask about the experience of being a priest: whether the first year was what I expected it to be, whether I’ve learned anything new. To be sure, there have been many moments in which I’v

In the minds of many Britons, Margaret Thatcher was either the messiah or Mephistopheles.

John W. Donohue, S.J., was the last associate editor who worked exclusively on a typewriter.

We’re lucky at America. Our readers are smart, generous and kind.

The installation of Pope Francis was light years away from the papal coronations of old.

Fifty-five years ago this spring “a masterpiece was unveiled in our editorial office.”

The new world has sent a Jesuit back to the old world to lead its new evangelization.