
To Dare to Imagine Again: Pope Francis and Thomas Merton
Author’s Note: Today is the 52nd anniversary of the death of Thomas Merton, or better, his Second Birth, into new life with …
Author’s Note: Today is the 52nd anniversary of the death of Thomas Merton, or better, his Second Birth, into new life with …
One of my earliest memories as a child involves standing outside the church entrance in the darkness of night during the Easter …
So much has been said and written about the events of September 11, 2001 — perhaps too many words, and too little …
“The hate being spewed in Virginia has no place in this country. It’s deeply disturbing and un-American. I’m praying for those hurt …
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“Sanctuary”: Middle English, derived from Old French sanctuaire, from Latin sanctuarium, from sanctus, or “holy.” a. the inmost recess or holiest part …
Author’s Note: Three years ago this month, I posted this tribute to Fr. Gustavo Gutierrez. I share it again today with much …
Ten years ago, I published a major article in Theological Studies entitled “`Strange Fruit’: Black Suffering / White Revelation.” It was for …
A few weeks ago my wife and I attended a “meet and greet” event for potential adoptive families, where adults get to …