MSW writes: There will be second collections in our churches. The Red Cross and Catholic Relief Services sprang into action. The federal government has promised aid, at least to those islands that fly the U.S. flag. But, after such devastation, more than charity is needed and more than charity is warranted. There is a justice… Read More After Devastating Hurricanes, Both Justice and Charity Are Needed

Pope Francis recently expressed his concern that some Catholics are displaying intolerance, discriminatory behavior, and xenophobia:

via USCCB: As the respective chairmen of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Committee on Domestic Justice and Human Development and Committee on International Justice and Peace, we write in support of the Climate Solutions Commission Act of 2017 (H.R. 2326). This legislation is an important bipartisan step for protecting the environment and mitigating the… Read More US Bishops Send Letter to Congress in Support of Climate Solutions Commission Act

via Vatican Radio: He told those present in St Peter’s Square, “never to yield to the negativity that tears things and people down, but keep building, try to make this world conform ever more fully to God’s plan.” “Never despair, he added, build on who you are; if you’re on the ground, get up. If… Read More Pope: Do Not Listen to Those Who Spread Hate and Divisions

via Washington Post: As I was writing the book, I knew that it would be a somewhat controversial topic, even though I was careful to stay well within the bounds of Church teaching.  My reflections, which can be summarized as a call for respect on both sides, were based on the gospel, and on the Catechism’s… Read More Fr. James Martin Responds to Far Right Alt-Catholic Attacks