Imagine a world where no Christian is named for St. Joseph, where no church or religious organization bears his name. Picture St. Joseph absent from the Mass, the Breviary, the Church calendar, and the Litany of the Saints. No shrines,…
Pope John Paul II
Pope Francis’ preferred title “Bishop of Rome” indicates a theological understanding of his Office that is fraught with practical implications.
This essay will attempt to read the tea leaves for the ministry of Francis, Bishop of Rome, by pointing out…
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As the Conclave meets this Lenten season to select a new pope, hope springs eternal. And I, as a Catholic convert, await their decision without fear and loathing. Let me explain.
I converted to the Church in…
Single Motherhood ensnared me when my daughter was just nine months old – nearly fifteen years ago. At the time I was overwhelmed, exhausted, broke, lonely and scared but kept going – trying to conceal this reality from most everyone.…
