New data shows the average age of a new priest at 33; the most common countries for foreign-born ordinands are Mexico, Vietnam, the Philippines and Colombia.

“Rejoice and be glad!” is what Jesus said on the Sermon on the Mount. It is also the title of Pope Francis’ new apostolic exhortation on holiness in everyday life.

In the end, our medical and reproductive choices are not simply private and personal. They do not affect only ourselves.

The exhortation is, above all, a practical guide.