Paradoxically Roman and Catholic

One of my favorite Catholic writers, G.K. Chesterton, taught me not to be afraid of paradox,…

Houses of God, Gates of Heaven

Every winter we Catholics celebrate the birth of our Savior, every spring we celebrate his Resurrection,…

Bishops Convene for Summit on Child Abuse

On February 21-24, Catholics leaders from around the world meet at the Vatican to discuss the…

An Experience of Beauty

Do you know those moments when you look at something truly beautiful? Something so beautiful that…

Faith in Humility

Walking around Rome, I am frequently reminded of the feminine standard to which I am held…

Torch Columnists Swap Zucchettos with Pope Francis

Chris is Editor-in-Chief and a Senior Staff Columnist. On Wednesday, December 11, two of The Torch’s senior staff…

Protestant Perspective: What Hath Wittenberg to Do With Rome?

That title may indeed be strange and its answer, no doubt, will strike some as self-evident.…

Viaggio a Roma: Embracing Life with Franciscan Hearts

When Thursday night comes to John Cabot University in Rome each week, it brings with it…