In his latest encyclical, Pope Francis writes: They lack the physical gestures, facial expressions, moments of silence, body language and even the smells, the trembling of hands, the blushes and perspiration that speak to us and are a part of human communication. Digital relationships, which do not demand the slow and gradual cultivation of friendships,… Read More Pope Francis on the Problem with Social Media and Digital Relationships

Pope Francis: “Dear friends, the world needs saints and we are all called to holiness without exception. Don’t be afraid!”

Bishop Mark J. Seitz of El Paso, Texas writes: The presidential election is fast approaching. Elections are a critical way we take an active role shaping the common good. We naturally project our hopes and desires for a resolution to the pains now afflicting our country onto that important moment when we cast our ballot.… Read More Bishop Seitz on the Problem with Single-Issue Voting

Pope Francis (via the Vatican): In these days, our world continues to be impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic, which has led to the loss of so many lives. This crisis is changing our way of life, calling into question our economic, health and social systems, and exposing our human fragility. The pandemic, indeed, calls us… Read More Pope at UN: Don’t Retreat into Greater Individualism, Elitism, Nationalism, or Isolationism

via Franciscan Action Network:

John Carr, the founder and director of the Initiative on Catholic Social Teaching and Public Life at Georgetown University who served for more than two decades as the director of the Department of Justice, Peace and Human Development at the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, writes: For years, I have said that I often feel… Read More Former Top Staffer for the US Bishops Backs Biden

via Fr. James Martin, SJ: What does it mean to be pro-life? Certainly defending the unborn child in the womb. But also defending other areas where life is endangered. Here are six other areas where Catholics need to reverence life.