Voices

Michael J. O’Loughlin is national correspondent at America and author of Hidden Mercy: AIDS, Catholics, and the Untold Stories of Compassion in the Face of Fear.
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Speaking in Chicago to a gathering of U.S. priests, Archbishop Wilton Gregory addressed racism, sexism and a host of other societal challenges that "continue to hold us captive."
FaithDispatches
A new Pew Research Center poll finds that 87 percent of U.S. Catholics believe God is "all-loving," but only 67 percent say God is "all-powerful."
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Bishop McElroy said that Catholics must embrace “the virtues of solidarity, compassion, integrity, hope and peace-building.”
FaithFaith in Focus
“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.
Politics & SocietyDispatches
The report found that Catholic initiatives addressing the refugee crisis are marked by their commitment to a range of Catholic social teaching, including respect for life, a commitment to the common good, care for the earth and promoting the dignity of work.
FaithDispatches
At Villanova, the Newark archbishop spoke of “paradigm shifts” in the church and said “only the Lord" can judge who belongs among the faithful.
Arts & CultureTelevision
I am reluctant to admit this, but a retired K.G.B. spy has emerged as a moral compass for me.
FaithDispatches
Stop trolling, resist gossiping and consider putting down your device altogether.
Faith
Many described technology as something of a necessary evil.
Politics & SocietyNews
Bishops call the policy dangerous and unwise and urge the administration to be more welcoming to migrants trying to enter the United States.