In this 1971 article, the late theologian Gerald O’Collins, S.J., treats the search for the “historical Jesus”—and its potential shortcomings and pitfalls.
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How being vegetarian for 50 years has made me a better Catholic priest and teacher
Five decades of vegetarian diet has changed me, for the better, I think: simpler, more natural, more connected to the smaller and larger life forms around me.
Posted inFaith, Vantage Point
The religious significance of vegetarianism
Should one become a vegetarian? The choice to become a vegetarian can be a prudent and religious one, founded in values not alien to our tradition.
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Jerusalem cardinal: Interfaith dialogue in the Holy Land is in ‘crisis’
“Right now, Christians, Jews and Muslims cannot meet with one another, at least not publicly,” said Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, patriarch of Jerusalem.
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Bell rung by Olympic champions will ring inside rebuilt Notre Dame Cathedral during every Mass
During the Paris Olympic Games, track champions rang the bronze bell located close to the finish line. In December, that same bell will ring in the newly reopened Notre Dame Cathedral during the most sacred part of the Mass.
Posted inFaith, Your Take
Is it OK to attend Mass even if you don’t believe in God?
In the July-August issue of America, Emma Camp argued that a person with doubts about God’s existence could still benefit from attending Mass.
Posted inExplainer, Faith
Three Catholic athletes who brought faith to the Olympics
Among the standout American athletes at this year’s Olympics were plenty whose hard work and accomplishments are also a source of pride and unity among U.S. Catholics.
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Catholics: Beware of today’s false prophets
False prophets tell us that global warming will not happen, microplastics do not cause cancer, guns will protect us, and the poor need to suffer to motivate them to work.
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Five faith facts about Harris pick Tim Walz, a ‘Minnesota Lutheran’ dad
If elected, Walz would be either the first or second Lutheran vice president of the United States, depending on how you count it.
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Maryland Catholic high school roots for three alumnae swimming in Paris Olympics
Stone Ridge School of the Sacred Heart in Bethesda is celebrating three alumnae competing for the U.S. Women’s Swim Team in Paris.