Philosophers, poets, and priests are each great sources of wisdom because each one lives out a…
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A Reflection on John 12:25-26
The Gospel reading for March 22 (Jn. 12:20-33) is as fascinating as it is puzzling. It…
The Truth of the Feminine Self
“‘Plastic surgery is like a burqa made of flesh.’ One woman gave us this harsh and…
Striving for Sainthood
Léon Bloy, a Catholic French novelist, once wrote, “The only real sadness, the only real failure,…
Embracing the Uncomfortable
“God bless the souls who shook up mine.” Milk Carton Kids, “Memphis” Confession of a now…
Rising from the Ashes
Ash Wednesday is consistently the most attended Mass of the year, beating both Christmas and Easter. …
What it Means to be ‘Christian’ in Political America
Earlier this week, Wisconsin governor and 2016 GOP hopeful Scott Walker came under fire for claiming…