In Pope Francis’ Lenten message, he offered a rich reflection on 2 Corinthians 8:9: “He became poor, so that by his poverty you might become rich.” Francis asked, “What do these words of Saint Paul mean for us Christians today? What does this invitation to poverty, a life of evangelical poverty, mean to us today?”… Read More Called to Sacrifice: What Can We Give Up to Enrich Others This Lent?
Cardinal Peter Turkson, criticizing Uganda’s anti-gay law and calling for the repeal of its severe penalties: “Homosexuals are not criminals.”
For Catholic fans of hip hop, one of the most enjoyable accounts to follow on twitter is @hiphopaugustine (Augustine of Hiphop)—even if you’re a Thomist. The slick rhymes are packed with smart theological insights, while also reflecting a genuine appreciation for the style and language of hip hop. Check out the top dozen tweets from… Read More The Trillest Augustine on Twitter: A Dozen Verses from Augustine of Hiphop
Creighton Prep, a Jesuit High School in Omaha, Nebraska, will begin testing their students for drug and alcohol use next year. A first positive test will result in counseling, a second in disciplinary action, and a third in dismissal. While some libertarians are irritated, many parents are thrilled the school is creating an environment that… Read More The Catholic Church’s Drinking Problem
Check out these recent articles from around the web: The Compassion Gap by Nicholas Kristof: “There is an income gap in America, but just as important is a compassion gap. Plenty of successful people see a picture of a needy child and their first impulse is not to help but to reproach.” Arizona’s SB 1062… Read More Around the Web (Part 2)
Check out these recent articles from around the web: Jesus and the Bullied by Brian Pinter: “Jesus, by his own example and preaching, empowers us to move beyond being bystanders, to embrace and shield, through bold but loving action, those suffering under the yoke of bullying and taunting.” New Philippines cardinal calls for church to… Read More Around the Web (Part 1)
Pope Francis, on bishops: “The Church doesn’t need apologists for their own agendas or crusaders for their own battles, but humble and faithful sowers of the truth.”
