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Peter Kreeft: The Consummate Catholic Professor

Professor Peter Kreeft, who has been teaching for more than 60 years, is a crowd-pleaser.

The philosopher and author of more than 100 books (including one on the spirituality of surfing) is about to start his 62nd year of teaching at Boston College.

St. Edith Stein’s Daily Advice for Women

Edith Stein poses for a photo in Breslau (Wrocław), Poland, between 1913 and 1914

As a philosopher and master of the feminine genius, St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross knew the feminine heart and soul so well.

Parishioners Throw Porch Party for 90-Year-Old ‘Parish Legend’

Friends, neighbors and priests gather around Bob MacStoker on the front porch of his Garden City, New York, home during a surprise celebration of his 90th birthday.

Friends, neighbors and priests in Garden City, New York, honor Bob MacStoker, whose lifelong faith and Marian devotion have inspired generations at St. Anne’s.

Beatification Process Begins for American Missionary Juan Tomis

A native of Bridgeport, Connecticut, Msgr. Juan Tomis Stack served for more than two decades as a missionary in northern Peru.

On various occasions, Pope Leo XIV has referenced the Bridgeport, Connecticut, native as a major inspiration for his own vocation.

The Hillbilly Thomists Hit the Road With New Album ‘Strange Land’

Paul Padgett
The Hillbilly Thomists pose for a photo. Their new album is now available on Spotify or any other streaming service.

The ‘Billboard’-charting bluegrass band comprised of Dominican friars discusses their new album and tour, marking the feast of St. Dominic.

Archbishop Hicks Resumes Public Ministry After Eye Surgery

Archbishop Ronald Hicks smiles at his installation Mass on Feb. 6, 2026, at St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York City.

The New York archbishop returned to St. Patrick’s Cathedral to celebrate Mass for the profession of vows of the Sisters of Life.