In the aftermath of an explosion, COVID-19 lockdowns, and economic challenges, Pope Francis’s call to fraternity resounds in religiously pluralistic Beirut.
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How C.S. Lewis’s Literary Criticism Can Help Our Media Consumption
These nine rules for literary criticism provide helpful reminders for us as we engage in a reality that can so often seem unreal.
Was Qassem Soleimani’s Assassination Ethical? Catholic Social Teaching Can Help
The assassination of one of Iran’s top generals may have prevented attacks on US citizens, but that doesn’t mean it was morally justifiable.
Kanye’s Call to the King: Complicated and Controversial
Kanye proclaims “Jesus is King” in his new album, but can we trust the sincerity of his conversion?
Easter for the Heavy-Hearted
It’s been a heavy Holy Week. What does that mean for Easter?
From #OscarsSoWhite to “Green Book”: Lessons for the Catholic Church
After backlash at the Oscars, this year’s Academy Awards featured diversity in presenter, nominees, and winners. Meanwhile, the Catholic Church held a historic summit at the Vatican on the sex abuse crisis. Are these signs of real change?
How do nuns watch the Super Bowl? A look at #SuperBowlintheConvent
Nuns on Twitter were easily more entertaining than Sunday’s Super Bowl. Hear what they had to say.
Moral Theology at a Crossroads
Charlie Camosy asks: Is moral theology in a crisis?
Beauty, Arts, & #FaceMatch
Your Face + Famous Art Work = A trending reflection on beauty?
Sam Smith’s Homosexuality and the Catholic Church
Sam Smith narrates his struggle with his faith and sexuality in his new album, “The Thrill of it All.”