Friday of 5th Week in Lent Sign of Contradiction Jesus, the Son of God, showed in his life and actions that he was no ordinary human being, even in the face of contradiction. Christians, sons and daughters of God without a capital s or d, who take their faith seriously will also meet contradiction. […]
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Friday of 5th Week in Lent Sign of Contradiction Introduction Jesus, the Son of God, showed in his life and actions that he was no ordinary human being, even in the face of contradiction. Christians, sons and daughters of God without a capital s or d, who take their faith seriously will also […]
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Examine your conscience to become a better parent Are you guilty of any of these 7 “daddly” sins? If you’re anything like me, your time spent in the confessional often features more than a little sinful déjà vu. No matter how frequently or infrequently I find myself making use of the sacrament, many sins for […]
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How the church can build better relationships with Gen Z Young people haven’t given up on life’s big questions, says this researcher. The Springtide Research Institute has spent the past few years studying the religious inclinations and spiritual yearnings of what sociologists call Generation Z, young people born between 1996 and 2008. Many in this […]
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Crossing the generational divide can bring change To deepen our vocation to family life, we must acknowledge the constant push and pull between new and old. Old is good. If you’ve ever had a tattered shirt you can’t throw out because of all the good times and happy memories rubbed into it, you’re a fan […]
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For the synod to succeed, the church must listen to all of us The 2021–2023 Synod of Bishops is an opportunity for the U.S. church to truly embrace its multicultural identity. As the synodal consultation process gets underway, I’ve heard from several diocesan lay leaders throughout the country about how concerned they are that this […]
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Electric vehicles still fuel a throwaway culture The great transition to electric vehicles is powered by an eagerness to accept familiar patterns of exploitation and exhaustion. Auto enthusiasts have designated 2022 the year of the electric car as a rapid conversion from gasoline-combustion engines to battery-powered sedans, SUVs, and now even utility and long-haul trucks […]