Quote of the Day
Pope Francis: “Never cease to hope for a better future. Do not let yourselves be trapped in the vortex of pessimism!”
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Quote of the Day
Pope Francis: “Our deepest joy comes from Christ: remaining with him, walking with him, being his disciples.”
Top Quotes from Henri Nouwen’s Bread for the Journey
Reading Henri Nouwen’s Bread for the Journey, I was struck by the parallels found in his short reflections and Pope Francis’ big themes: the importance of mercy, presence, joy, and being a church of the poor. These themes are deeply rooted in the actions and teachings of Christ. Here are some of my favorites from… Read More Top Quotes from Henri Nouwen’s Bread for the Journey
Peacebuilding in the 21st Century: An Interview with Dr. Maryann Cusimano Love
This Friday, Dr. Maryann Cusimano Love will present the annual Romero Lecture at the Rutgers University Camden Campus Center. This year’s theme is “Make Us Instruments of Peace: Peace-building in the 21st Century.” Dr. Cusimano Love is associate professor of international relations at The Catholic University of America, Washington. She is an author and editor… Read More Peacebuilding in the 21st Century: An Interview with Dr. Maryann Cusimano Love
Quote of the Day
Pope Francis: “A small and egotistical heart is incapable of mercy. Make the heart grow!”
Billy Kangas in Relevant: The Problem with a Pop-Culture Christ
Millennial writer Billy Kangas has a new article in Relevant, where he discusses the “the baptism of pop-culture for the sake of outreach and evangelism”: When the Church employs superficial symbols to communicate the Gospel, the Gospel can only take hold of people on a superficial level. Jesus is actually seen as a clingy friend in the image who texts… Read More Billy Kangas in Relevant: The Problem with a Pop-Culture Christ
Around the Web
Check out these recent articles from around the web: Income Gap, Meet the Longevity Gap by Annie Lowrey, NY Times: “‘Poverty is a thief,’ said Michael Reisch, a professor of social justice at the University of Maryland, testifying before a Senate panel on the issue. ‘Poverty not only diminishes a person’s life chances, it steals… Read More Around the Web
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