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Jon M. Sweeney is a frequent contributor to America and the author of many books including Francis of Assisi in His Own Words and, for children, The Pope’s Cat series, illustrated by Roy DeLeon.
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The natural world is Wendell Berry’s primary teacher: its rhythms, its largesse, its mysteries.
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When it comes to writing fiction about the papacy, we imagine the popes we want—most of the time.
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A graphic novel about Pope Francis.
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Every Christian needs a better understanding of the Jewish origins of his or her faith.
Politics & SocietyFeatures
Remembering Billy Graham’s relationships with presidents, priests and popes.
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Every now and then, one comes across a book that seems unique. Its authors, editors and publisher are not so much meeting an already-expressed need as they are anticipating (or creating) one.
FaithFeatures
Sainthood for Black Elk could help the inclusion of indigenous Americans within the Catholic Church, but it also raises questions about the church's role in erasing Lakota culture.
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Jon Sweeney reviews "Lessons in Hope: My Life with John Paul II," "Milosz: A Biography," and "This Long Pursuit: Reflections of a Romantic Biographer."
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Very few professors become best-selling authors, but it happens.