Around 30% of Americans now identify as “spiritual but not religious” (SBNR) and almost a quarter…
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Grant is a senior studying Information Systems at the Carroll School of Management. He keeps busy by studying and writing for The Torch.
Catholic Priorities in the Working World
Like every college student, I’ve been stuck on the age-old question: what will I do after…
Fighting for God with Father Stu
Spoiler Warning for Father Stu The story of Father Stuart Long is one of mistakes, sacrifice,…
No Atheists In Foxholes
There is an old saying that there are “no atheists in foxholes.” It describes a conversion,…
The Case for Spiritual Schools
Until the beginning of high school, I had never really talked to any of my peers…
The Gift of Nature
Karen Kiefer, the director of Boston College’s Church in the 21st Century Center, has written a…
Kanye’s Donda: Honor thy Father and Mother
On August 29, Kanye West released his several-times-delayed gospel, hip-hop, and rap album Donda, named for…
Lil Nas X and the Satanic Panic
On March 26, musician Montero Lamar Hill (known by his stage name Lil Nas X) released…
BC Hosts Celebration of Pedro Arrupe
On March 10, the Center for Ignatian Spirituality (CIS) hosted an event entitled “The Enduring Legacy…
Pope Francis Names 13 New Cardinals
On Oct. 25, Pope Francis made a surprise announcement in Vatican City, naming 13 new cardinals…