For the first time in his 17 month pontificate, Pope Francis spoke English in a public speech. And he’s getting better! This is a vast improvement over his attempt to speak English in a video recorded for the Asian people last October. In today’s address, Pope Francis commends new efforts for peace in the Korean Peninsula.… Read More Francis gives public speech in English for first time in his pontificate
Pope Francis: “If everyone does his part, if we all put the human person and his dignity at the center, and if we consolidate an attitude of solidarity and fraternal sharing, inspired by the Gospel, we can emerge from the swamp of this difficult and burdensome period of economic turmoil.”
Millennial writer Mike Jordan Laskey has a new article in US Catholic. He writes: If we have any hope of alleviating the world’s pains, we must begin by going to those people who have been pushed aside and spending good time there. “You can’t fight poverty if you don’t know any poor people,” a missionary… Read More MJL: Does it make a difference to know poor people?
Jenny Lawson: “Tell someone that you love them, or that they’re important. And tell yourself. Because it’s true….You aren’t alone. You are wanted. You are good. And you will get through this. I promise. And when you doubt your worth, imagine your younger sister or your best friend or your child having these same doubts… Read More Quote of the Day
The international community and the United States have responded to the crisis in Iraq, and perhaps thousands of people are escaping imminent death thanks to US airstrikes, but only time will tell if this measured response is sufficient. Thousands are still extremely vulnerable, particularly those Yazidis remaining on Mount Sinjar: There is no other way… Read More The Importance of Caring About Iraqi Christians, But Rejecting Sectarianism
Robin Williams died today at the age of 63, in what authorities are describing as an apparent suicide. It is a terrible tragedy to lose a man who has brought joy to millions through his acting and comedy. Williams was a man of faith and was also known for his valuable charitable efforts. My thoughts… Read More Robin Williams (1951-2014)
Check out these recent articles from around the web: Bet on Africa rising by Michael Gerson: “Africa is not a brand. It is an impossibly large and diverse continent, which includes both Ebola hot zones and six of the top 10 fastest growing economies in the world.” Pope Francis and the New Values Debate by… Read More Around the Web
