In the name of the Risen Lord, alleluia! With a mixture of awe, relief, surprise, and exuberance, the term is over and the holiday has begun. A crucified man becomes the source of all life, a dark tomb births the Light of the World. As J.R.R. Tolkien says, “No, my heart will not yet …
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Here’s what Jon Allen Jr. says about our new pope: Back in 2005, Bergoglio drew high marks as an accomplished intellectual, having studied theology in Germany. His leading role during the Argentine economic crisis burnished his reputation as a voice of conscience, and made him a potent symbol of the costs globalization can impose …
In the midst of my blogging break, I wanted to share an interview I did this past weekend on NPR. It aired on the New York edition of “All Things Considered” and featured a back-and-forth with Annie Selak, author of a controversial Washington Post op-ed about the next pope. In the interview we described what …
I’m taking a break from blogging during Lent, so I’ll see you after Easter! In the mean time, if you’re looking for good articles, visit NewAdvent.org. Each day you’ll find the best news and posts from around the Catholic blogosphere. Also, keep Pope Benedict XVI and his coming successor in your prayers. May God bless …
Today we continue our regular series called “Learning from the Saints.” Our guide is expert Bert Ghezzi, a dear friend of mine and the author of numerous books including Voices of the Saints, Saints at Heart, and Discover Christ: Developing a Personal Relationship with Jesus. His newest book is The Saints Devotional Bible, which illuminates the Scriptures with the saints’ own reflections. You …
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