We begin each Mass like the disciples, locked in our rooms, isolated and maybe afraid. Then out of nowhere Jesus appears in our midst and brings us together.

Age-based, “first come, first serve” strategies appear impartial, but statistics indicate that everyone is not the same.

It is as though there are two parallel universes co-existing here, one hopeful and “normal for now,” the other overwhelmed by suffering.

In 2020 the best TV was whatever got you through the night.

Hidden amid its meme-ready moments, “The Mandalorian” is quietly investigating the inadequacy of our ideas about each other.

‘The Boys’ gleefully satirizes every aspect of superhero movies by showing how corrupt all-powerful beings would be if they existed in the real world.

Placing three Black characters at the center of a new TV series yields fresh, unexpected turns.

These modern retreat centers are helping people grow closer to God.

At times “10 Things” feels like being witness to little acts of self-liberation.

Watching the finale, my mind wandered through places in my life that have been special to me.