Theology’s New Turn: A survey of contemporary movements
The words had a vaguely alien sound: postcolonial, mujerista, queer, eco-theological. But as I sat on our theology department’s hiring committee and read applicants’ dossiers, it was clear that the thinking behind these labels is shaping the work of many who are finishing doctoral studie
The Unbelievers: An overview of ‘religious atheism’
In his apostolic exhortation on evangelization, “The Joy of the Gospel,” Pope Francis wrote about the centrality of dialogue with the world for evangelization. We must dialogue, he insisted, even with those who hold erroneous views, because they possess insights that are gifts for us as
Following Faithfully: The Catholic way to choose the good
After much free and honest talk—what Pope Francis in his final address to the Synod on the Family last October praised as “a spirit of collegiality and synodality”—and the revelation of significant divisions among the world’s bishops, we now await the ongoing discussion
Of Many Things
Of Many Things
A tale of two speeches: recalling Mario Cuomo’s approaches to poverty and abortion
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Why They ComeRe “A Nation of Immigrants” (Editorial, 1/5): I agree the issue of illegal immigration is more complex than a border fix. Shouldn’t we ask: why do they come? I had the mistaken impression back in the days of the Clinton administration that Mexican farmers would welcome
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Liberté
Set restraints on speech through civic consensus, not government or religious edict
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Cuba Sí, Castro No!
Time has accomplished what a U.S.-supported invasion, a crushing economic embargo, the collapse of the Soviet Union and any number of external and internal catastrophes could not: the removal of Fidel Castro from direct control over the people of Cuba. Suffering from failing health, Castro has final
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‘God’s Traitors: Terror and Faith in Elizabethan England,’ by Jessie Childs
Hasty conclusions
‘Ten African Cardinals,’ by Sally Ninham
Ever Ancient, Ever New
‘The Ten Commandments,’ by Michael Coogan
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Sing, Rap, Praise: Teaching rock, hip-hop and religion
Teaching rock, hip-hop and religion
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The Work of the Kingdom
Our evaluation of work is equivocal A person without work is in a precarious situation financially and emotionally and being jobless can erode a sense of worth But those lucky enough to have jobs seem always to be plotting when to retire Although work is sometimes a burden it is also necessary
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Family Time
Today living a simple life is enough to make one seem like a radical.
Current Comment
Current Comment
In 2014 state legislatures and courts made record reforms to solitary confinement.
Faith
Redeeming the Bible: Can Scripture be a source of unity rather than division?
Pauline Viviano asks, ‘Can Scripture be a source of unity rather than division?’
Philosopher's Notebook
How Not to Preach
Three homily don’ts from a 30-year veteran of the pulpit
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Donna Markham, an Adrian Dominican sister, has been chosen to succeed the Rev. Larry Snyder as the new president of Catholic Charities USA, beginning in June. • Surprising even the people who have been promoting the sainthood of Blessed Junipero Serra, Pope Francis announced on Jan. 15 that he
Pope Suggests Limits On Free Expression
Asked by a French reporter on a flight from Sri Lanka to the Philippines on Jan. 15 to compare freedom of religion and freedom of expression as human rights, Pope Francis condemned violence in the name of God but said freedom of expression should be limited by respect for religion and that mockery o
Light Piercing Shadow in 2015
The first days of January always cast their shadow over the coming year’s events, just as the final dwindling days of December encompass and focus the year just ending. We’re meant to look back, if not in anger, at least with relief that we got through it, and it seems, each year with an
Human Dignity In the Holy Land
The path to peace in the Holy Land requires respect for the human rights and dignity of both Israelis and Palestinians, said bishops from Europe, South Africa and North America, gathered in the Holy Land on Jan. 15 as the Co-Ordination of Episcopal Conferences in Support of the Church of the Holy La
Markets Alone Are Not the Answer
The world cannot wait for an economic system that will cause poverty to fix itself, Pope Francis said. “Markets and financial speculation cannot enjoy absolute autonomy,” he said. There must be “programs, mechanisms and procedures aimed at a better distribution of resources, job cr
Pope Urges Government Response To Poverty as ‘Moral Imperative’
Beginning the second leg of his South Asian journey, Pope Francis did not mince words when he addressed government and church leaders of the Philippines on Jan. 16. A day after his triumphal arrival from Sri Lanka, he called on them to combat and eliminate “scandalous” social inequalitie
Catholic Environmental Group Debuts as Pope Visits Philippines
A worldwide campaign is emerging among Catholic individuals and organizations concerned about climate change and protecting the environment. The Global Catholic Climate Movement went public on Jan. 14, coinciding with the visit of Pope Francis to the Philippines.Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle of Manila
The Living Word
Redeeming the Bible: Can Scripture be a source of unity rather than division?
Pauline Viviano asks, ‘Can Scripture be a source of unity rather than division?’
Vatican Dispatch
Francis Chooses Electors
Pope Francis is engaged in a slow but determined process to remake the College of Cardinals and renew the electors who will choose his successor. His aim is to increase the college’s universality by affirming the churches on the peripheries, to correct present imbalances and to ensure there is
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