Around the Web

Check out these recent articles from around the web: Lonely City: How I learned to be with myself in New York by Nick Genovese: “In solitude, I do not aim to possess the other in order to bring me pleasure. Instead, I take pleasure in others by simply getting to know them. I appreciate the… Read More Around the Web

Fr. Paddy Gilger, SJ Talks March Madness on Jesuitical

Fr. Paddy Gilger, SJ, one of the co-founders of The Jesuit Post who was critical in the launching of The Jesuit Post on Millennial, appeared on America’s new podcast, Jesuitical, yesterday. He discussed his picks for the top Jesuit moments in the history of the NCAA tournament, his thoughts on this year’s tournament, the difference… Read More Fr. Paddy Gilger, SJ Talks March Madness on Jesuitical

Next to Trump, Irish PM Delivers Powerful Speech Praising Immigrants, US Legacy as a Refuge

Irish leader Enda Kenny praised the economic, social, political, and cultural contributions of Irish immigrants at a St. Patrick’s Day event, while standing next to President Donald Trump today. He also pointed to the United States’ historic role for those facing oppression and hunger, “We believed in the shelter of America, and the compassion of America,… Read More Next to Trump, Irish PM Delivers Powerful Speech Praising Immigrants, US Legacy as a Refuge

Over 100 Christian Leaders Express Opposition to Trump’s Plan to Slash Foreign Assistance Budget

In a letter to Congressional leaders, over 100 Christian leaders, including Cardinal Timothy Dolan of New York, express their opposition to disproportionate cuts to America’s foreign assistance programs: Dear Majority Leader McConnell, Minority Leader Schumer, Speaker Ryan, and Minority Leader Pelosi, As Christian leaders, it’s an honor to represent dedicated and faithful citizens living in… Read More Over 100 Christian Leaders Express Opposition to Trump’s Plan to Slash Foreign Assistance Budget

Pope Francis: Damned Are Those Who Don’t Care For The Poor And Homeless

via Vatican Radio: Reflecting on the Gospel story of Lazarus, from St Luke’s Gospel, Pope Francis warned against those who place their trust in things of the flesh. Trusting in vanity, pride and riches, he said, will distance us from the Lord. He highlighted the fruitfulness of those who trust in the Lord and the… Read More Pope Francis: Damned Are Those Who Don’t Care For The Poor And Homeless

Reflections on Pope Francis and His Impact on His Fourth Anniversary

Here are a few of the numerous articles reflecting on Pope Francis’ four years as pope: A Crux rundown of memorable moments from Francis’s first four years: “Hearing the Holy Father speak aloud the words “the land of the free and the home of the brave” from the dais of the U.S. Congress in September… Read More Reflections on Pope Francis and His Impact on His Fourth Anniversary