In the ninth century, an anonymous writer in Ireland—most likely a monk—wrote a poem about the…
Author: Annemarie Arnold
Annemarie Arnold majored in biology and philosophy and contributed various articles and faith features to The Torch during the latter half of her time at BC. She was also involved in the leadership of BC Pro-Life Club and Gratia Plena. After graduating in spring 2021, Annemarie ventured south to Washington, D.C. to pursue a Master’s in Moral Theology at the Catholic University of America.
The Rise of the Catholic Feminine Aesthetic
“Aesthetic” – “a set of principles underlying and guiding the work of a particular artist or…
Location, Location, Location
It’s amazing what the smell of a particular soap can do to you if you have…
Fr. Vicini Discusses the Bioethical Challenges of Artificial Intelligence
On February 10, Fr. Andrea Vicini, S.J. spoke to the Bioethics Society about the Bioethical Challenges…
Advent Mass Before Dawn: The Filipino Tradition of Simbang Gabi
In the Philippines and in Filipino communities around the world, the final days of Advent are…
Dr. Church Speaks on Ethical Implications of Gene Editing
In his talk at Boston College on Nov. 29, 2019, Dr. George Church, Professor of Genetics…
All Saints Day: More than Just November 1
“Praise God all you who serve him both great and small!” These are the words of…
“Now I Begin”: Oblates of the Virgin Mary
If you’ve visited St. Francis Chapel in the Prudential Center or St. Clement’s Eucharistic Shrine in…
On Distance and Presence
At the beginning of this summer, I attended the daily morning Mass at my home parish…
“One Child Nation”: The Birth of a Crisis
The opening montage of One Child Nation sets the tone of the documentary, cutting between grainy shots of…