via the Vatican: A fire does not burn by itself; it has to be fed or else it dies; it turns into ashes. If everything continues as it was, if we spend our days content that “this is the way things have always been done”, then the gift vanishes, smothered by the ashes of fear… Read More Pope Francis: Jesus Came to Light a Fire on the Earth

This video, produced by the Duquesne University Center for Catholic Faith and Culture as part of the Catholicism and the Common Good project, offers an excellent overview of the concept of human dignity. Check it out:

John Gehring writes: The pope’s meeting with Father Martin did more than serve as a signal of support for the priest’s advocacy on behalf of L.G.B.T. people. It was also emblematic of the Francis papacy, which has been a consistent rebuke to a style of culture-war Christianity that since the ascendance of the religious right… Read More Pope Francis’ Fearless Leadership

Check out the video: And their interview: What would you say to other young adults who have a passion they feel called to follow? If you have an idea that needs to happen — something very important to share with the world that is authentically from your heart and you’ve discerned that it’s your calling… Read More Grotto Profiles Molly Burhans, Millennial Catholic Named UN Young Champion of the Earth

Christopher Lamb writes: Democracy is under threat due to the rising tide of populism, according to a new Luxembourg cardinal who is urging the Church to stand against anti-democratic forces present in politics. Archbishop Jean-Claude Hollerich, who will be made a cardinal by Pope Francis on 5 October, said the simple answers offered by populist… Read More New Cardinal: The Church Supports Democracy and Human Rights, not Populism

via the Catholic Bishops of Massachusetts: In our home state of Massachusetts, we are blessed with inspiring natural beauty from the seashore on the east coast to the majestic mountain vistas in the west – with rolling hills, vibrant communities and rich farmlands throughout the state. We, the four Roman Catholic Bishops of Massachusetts, call… Read More Massachusetts Bishops on Protecting Creation from Pollution and Climate Change

via CRS: Catholic Relief Services (CRS) issued a statement today on the administration’s proposal to Congress to reduce the refugee resettlement cap to 18,000. CRS supports the call for a minimum of 95,000 refugees to be resettled in the United States this upcoming year. Bill O’Keefe, CRS’ executive vice president for Mission and Mobilization, said:… Read More CRS Responds to Trump Administration’s Immoral Refugee Cap