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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.
Politics & SocietyNews
Michael J. O’Loughlin
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."
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FaithDispatches
Michael J. O’Loughlin
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."
Photo: the Hank Center at Loyola University Chicago
FaithDispatches
Michael J. O’Loughlin
Bishop McElroy said that Catholics must embrace “the virtues of solidarity, compassion, integrity, hope and peace-building.”
FaithFaith in Focus
James Martin, S.J.Robert P. ImbelliKevin AhernMeghan J. ClarkMichael J. O’Loughlin
“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.
A beading session at Loom Chicago. Photo courtesy of Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago.
Politics & SocietyDispatches
Michael J. O’Loughlin
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.
Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin of Newark, N.J., center, talks with Bishop James F. Checchio of Metuchen, N.J., left, and U.S. Archbishop James P. Green, in Rome in June 2017. (CNS photo/Paul Haring) 
FaithDispatches
Michael J. O’Loughlin
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
Michael J. O’Loughlin
I am reluctant to admit this, but a retired K.G.B. spy has emerged as a moral compass for me.
People take photos on smartphones as Pope Francis greets the crowd during his general audience in St. Peter's Square at the Vatican Oct. 12. (CNS photo/Paul Haring) 
FaithDispatches
Michael J. O’Loughlin
Stop trolling, resist gossiping and consider putting down your device altogether.
Faith
Michael J. O’Loughlin
Many described technology as something of a necessary evil.
Central American migrants gather before continuing their journey on March 31 in Ixtepec, Oaxaca, Mexico. (CNS photo/Jose Jesus Cortes, Reuters)
Politics & SocietyNews
Michael J. O’Loughlin
Bishops call the policy dangerous and unwise and urge the administration to be more welcoming to migrants trying to enter the United States.