‘An Authentic Christian Gentleman’: Friends and Colleagues Remember Russell Shaw
The prolific Catholic writer and journalist died Jan. 6 at 90.
An Old Poet’s Advice to the Pope
From a muddy parish road to the Chair of Peter, Chaucer’s vision of priestly holiness still speaks with bracing clarity.
Back to Basics for the Military Chaplain Corps
COMMENTARY: A renewed emphasis on ordained ministry can strengthen the spiritual care provided to America’s warfighters.
When Movie Stars Face Mortality
COMMENTARY: For an industry built on eternal youth, Hollywood’s aging establishment is increasingly forced to grapple with suffering, death and tragedy.
Bodies, Souls and Mummies: What Catholic Teaching Reminds Us
COMMENTARY: A mummy in a museum not only teaches us about ancient culture, but also reminds Catholics of our duty to pray for the dead.
Scottish Bishops Denounce ‘Buffer-Zone’ Law
‘We oppose this law because it is disproportionate and undemocratic,’ the bishops said in a Jan. 6 statement. ‘The Catholic Church does not condone harassment or intimidation, but that was not the intention of this law.’
After ICE Shooting of U.S. Citizen, Minneapolis Archbishop Pleads for Prayers, Calm
Archbishop Hebda said in his statement: ‘It is only by working together — with God’s help — that we will have peace in our communities, state, and world.’
Arizona Bill Would Hit Priests With Felony If They Fail to Break Confessional Seal to Report Abuse
Lawmakers in multiple U.S. states in recent years have moved to require priests to violate the seal of confession as part of mandatory reporting laws.
First Things First: What the Consistory Reveals About Pope Leo’s Priorities
COMMENTARY: The extraordinary consistory sheds light on Pope Leo XIV’s for sequence — beginning with discernment before direction.
Federal Appeals Court Affirms Religious Organizations Can Choose to Hire Only Fellow Believers
The mission group originally brought suit against the state in 2023, arguing that the nondiscrimination law hindered its ability to hire solely workers who agree with the group’s Christian worldview.