The Letter American Bishops Should Write
by Francis X. MaierA German bishop recently proposed that the Church hold blessing ceremonies for same-sex marriages. Continue Reading »
Pope Francis Regrets
by P. J. SmithFrancis's defense of Bishop Barros poses a serious challenge to the pope’s image. Continue Reading »
Homage to Don Briel
by George WeigelDon J. Briel has devoted his life to enlivening Catholic higher education and converting young minds, hearts, and souls to the truth of Christ. Continue Reading »
Mr. Fit Goes to Communion
by Dan HitchensThe archdiocese of Braga, Portugal, now asks divorced-and-remarried Catholics to discern for themselves whether they should receive the Sacrament. Continue Reading »
Judaism, Christianity, and First Things
by R. R. RenoFrom its very beginning, First Things has been a venture in which Jews and Christians have worked together. Continue Reading »
Francis Canavan: A Jesuit for the Confused and Distressed
by William Doino Jr.When Fr. Francis Canavan died in 2009, the Society of Jesus lost one of its finest men, as did America. Continue Reading »
Deliver Us From “Dynamic Equivalence”
by Charlotte AllenPeople like the Lord’s Prayer precisely because it sounds archaic. Let’s not tamper with the language. Continue Reading »
Evangelizing the Nones
by Robert BarronBy far the fastest-growing “religious” group in the United States is the “nones,” that is, those who claim no religious affiliation. In the latest Pew Research Center survey, fully 25 percent of the country—80 million people—say that they have no formal religion, and the growth . . . . Continue Reading »
Trimming the Ark
by Christopher DerrickThe ark of the Church goes floating down the centuries, having only the task of staying afloat until the waters subside—certain to disappoint those who want the thrill of a speedboat trip. Continue Reading »
The Tragedy and Scandal of Cardinal Law
by Philip LawlerThe death of Cardinal Bernard Law prompts us to ask an old question: Why do good people do bad things? Continue Reading »
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