Rock Lessons
by John WilsonTalk about “the subtle wisdom of rocks” would usually give me a headache—but not always. Continue Reading »
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A Christian Faith Worthy of the Name
by Thomas G. GuarinoChristian belief is not simply the assent of the mind, a “notional” assent, but involves the consent of the heart as well. Continue Reading »
Lose the Gospel, Return to Childishness
by Carl R. TruemanCanterbury Cathedral’s silent disco and Peterborough Cathedral’s upcoming rave speak of a childish age. Continue Reading »
Choking on Rights Talk
by George WeigelHow can the destruction of an unborn human being be a matter of exercising a reproductive right when the process in question is intended to end reproduction? Continue Reading »
Searching for Our Plot of Innocence
by Colin RedemerThe aftermath of the assassination attempt on President Trump would not have surprised René Girard. Continue Reading »
The Rhetoric of Assassination
by R. R. RenoThe verbal turbulence reaches crisis proportions because our establishment institutions no longer stabilize American society. Continue Reading »
The Pope and Other Religions
by Charles J. ChaputToo often, confusion infects and undermines the good will of this pontificate. Continue Reading »
On the Ground in Ukraine
by Peter J. LeithartLife in Ukraine is anything but normal. The war is always there, always close. Continue Reading »
The Broken Promise of America
by Ronen ShovalAmerican individualism, celebrated as a virtue, often leads to a disconnect not just from community, but from nature itself. Continue Reading »
Abortion Ballot Initiatives More Radical Than Roe
by Ryan BangertThis November, the issue of abortion is set to be decided in ten states directly by the people themselves. Continue Reading »
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