ldquo Evangelii Gaudium rdquo the ldquo Joy of the Gospel rdquo is officially designated an ldquo apostolic exhortation rdquo As such it joins the company of other such important papal pronouncements as Benedict XVI rsquo s ldquo Verbum Domini rdquo 2010 John Paul II rsquo s ldquo Pas

Editor’s note: The historic interview with Pope Francis (Am. 9/30) has generated a great deal of dialogue in the church and in society at large. We asked several writers to offer their reactions to the pope’s words. Selections from these responses are printed below. The full versions of

From Rev. Robert P. Imbelli: additional questions for Pope Francis

America invited several writers, theologians and church leaders to respond to Pope Francis’ first encyclical, “Lumen Fidei”, “The Light of Faith.” Visit www.americamagazine.org/light-faith for additional contributions.Knowing the One Whom We Love"Lumen Fidei,&rdquo

America asked a selection of writers, theologians and church leaders to respond to Pope Francis' first encyclical, Lumen Fidei. Check this page in the coming days for additional contributions.Knowing The One Whom We LoveBy Drew Christiansen, S. J.“The Light of Faith,” Pope Francis sa

Vatican II calls us to a renewed realization of the primacy of Christ.

Suggestions for theologians and bishops in search of common ground

Catholic thinkers who have explored the substance and challenge of Christian faith.

Examining the creative principles that animate Newman's vision and guide his practice

Ralph McInereney's 'Dante and the Blessed Mother' is a promising sign of a Marian revival.