Bro-choice: When Casual Sex Matters More Than Human Life

The pro-choice community argues that in advocating for abortion rights, it is protecting the dignity of women by preserving a key right that allows women to flourish.  Their “bro-choice” allies seem to be making a different argument. The term “bro-choice” has recently been coined in an attempt to persuade men that protecting abortion rights is… Read More Bro-choice: When Casual Sex Matters More Than Human Life

Is the Catholic Right Turning Against Pope Francis?

Pope Francis has created an incredible amount of enthusiasm during his young papacy.  His persistent focus on the poor and vulnerable is helping to reshape the image of the Church.  Many who had drifted away from the Church have turned their gaze back to it.  Even atheists are writing articles expressing their fondness for Francis. … Read More Is the Catholic Right Turning Against Pope Francis?

St. Mary Magdalene: How the Apostle to the Apostles Subverts Patriarchy

Today is the feast of St. Mary Magdalene, Apostle to the Apostles. Who was Mary Magdalene? Few women in Christian history seem to be surrounded by as much scandal, rumors, and drama. Why?  I grew up steeped in Catholicism and Catholic culture.  And so it was a complete shock when in my first semester at Fordham I… Read More St. Mary Magdalene: How the Apostle to the Apostles Subverts Patriarchy