The paradox at the heart of Christianity is that we must die in order to live again. And few movies witness to that truth like “Romero” (1989).
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Feel like you ‘failed’ Lent? God is still close to you.
Despite all my prayers and preparations, I struggled to commit to a single Lenten promise for 40 days. Does this mean I failed at Lent?
Posted inDispatches, Politics & Society
The Catholic Church in Hungary is deeply politicized—and shrinking
Even as Prime Minister Victor Orban positions his government as one of the last defenders of Christian culture in Europe, religious affiliation in Hungary has dropped to a record low.
Posted inArts & Culture, Catholic Book Club
Ron Hansen’s liturgical novels make great Lenten reads
Throughout a long career as a novelist, essayist, short story writer, poet and screenwriter, Ron Hansen has regularly explored questions of faith and religious belonging.
Posted inFaith, Pope Francis Homilies
Pope Francis on Epiphany: ‘Let us find God in flesh and bone, in the faces of those we meet each day.’
On the Solemnity of the Epiphany, Pope Francis reminds us that “contemplating God is beautiful, but it is only fruitful if we take a risk, the risk of the service of bringing God to others.”
Posted inFaith, Faith and Reason
Pope Francis’ focus on the Bible and mercy—and why so many Catholics are uncomfortable with it
We can see the ways in which the Bible has guided Francis’ pontificate—and why Pope Francis’ use of the Bible has created not just joy for many, but fear and even confusion for others.
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100-Word Faith Stories: (Very) short essays about unexpectedly experiencing God in the world today
These (very) short essays about unexpectedly experiencing God in the world today include stories of perseverance, love and gratitude.
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What is a dad’s role in the delivery room?
What does a dad “do” during the birth of his child? I went to St. Joseph for help.
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‘Grace is everywhere’: Reflections on 60 years of priesthood
Looking back on 60 years of priesthood, the author notes the importance of the cross, the Eucharist, faith and grace in giving people meaning, purpose and hope in life.
Posted inArts & Culture, Music
The descendant of slavery and choir director who saved a beloved Christmas carol from extinction
The Work brothers preserved the rich tradition of Negro spirituals, most notably in crafting the iconic Christmas carol “Go, Tell It on the Mountain.”