Jesuit Superior General: Self-Sufficiency is West’s Most Dangerous Idol

Fr. Arturo Sosa, SJ, the Superior General of the Society of Jesus, in an interview with La Stampa: What do you consider the most dangerous idol of contemporary West?  “Self-sufficiency, the idea of doing and knowing by yourself and for yourself, as individuals and as a society. Western society is convinced it can accomplish happiness,… Read More Jesuit Superior General: Self-Sufficiency is West’s Most Dangerous Idol

Archbishop Wilton Gregory: We Must Raise Our Voices Against Bigotry

via The Georgia Bulletin: Recently the Jewish community in our country has been disturbed by a number of aggressive and offensive actions, including the desecration of cemeteries and sending of threatening messages to Jewish institutions. Such behavior is totally unacceptable and humanly pathetic. We should all be offended and repulsed by these actions. Wherever they… Read More Archbishop Wilton Gregory: We Must Raise Our Voices Against Bigotry

US Bishops: Trumpcare Has Very Troubling Features That Must Be Addressed

After briefly praising the anti-abortion provisions and possibility of greater flexibility in the AHCA, the USCCB write: “Along with some positive aspects, the proposed law also contains some very troubling features.  The Bishops have stressed that “all people and every family must be able to see clearly how they will fit within and access the… Read More US Bishops: Trumpcare Has Very Troubling Features That Must Be Addressed

FBI Confirms Ongoing Investigation into Possible Russia-Trump Campaign Collusion

via the Washington Post: FBI Director James B. Comey acknowledged Monday that his agency is conducting an investigation into possible coordination between the Kremlin and the Trump campaign in a counterintelligence probe that could reach all the way to the White House and may last for months. The extraordinary disclosure came near the beginning of… Read More FBI Confirms Ongoing Investigation into Possible Russia-Trump Campaign Collusion

Pope Begs Forgiveness for Church’s Role in Rwanda Genocide

via the AP: Pope Francis begged forgiveness Monday for the “sins and failings of the church and its members” during Rwanda’s 1994 genocide and told Rwanda’s president that he hoped his apology would help the country heal. In an extraordinary statement after Francis’ meeting with Rwandan President Paul Kagame, the Vatican acknowledged that some Catholic… Read More Pope Begs Forgiveness for Church’s Role in Rwanda Genocide