Like a fire or a garden, marriage is a “living” thing. It needs to be tended regularly and that takes deliberate effort.
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A Cinematic Lesson In Hope
Summoning memories of a time when the good folks won, cleanly and against all the odds, is the singular accomplishment of a splendid new documentary, “Liberating a Continent: John Paul II and the Fall of Communism.”
The Confessions of a Political Elitist
The term “elitist” has been bandied about so promiscuously in this election cycle that it’s become virtually content-free. Yet “elitist” is also being weaponized as a scare-word to prevent legitimate criticism of ideas, attitudes and behaviors. That kind of bullying is bad news for an already degraded political culture.
Muhammad Ali, From Both Sides Now
Following the passing of Muhammed Ali, Carole Norris Greene recalls meeting the legendary boxer and reflects on the man he was and who he became later in life.
Learning to be a Peacemaker
How can we be instruments of peace amid corrosive divisiveness? One way is to imitate the actions of Nobel Peace Prize winners such as Mother Teresa, Martin Luther King Jr., Rigoberta Menchu or Nelson Mandela. Another way is to follow the lead of those who try to foster peace, justice and reconciliation.
Two Catholics and The Catholic Game
Baseball is by far the most Catholic of the sports on which we lavish such attention and passion.
Put Down That Cell Phone and Enjoy!
I argue that there should be a rule in every home: no cellphones for one hour during the family meal. Family comes first and courtesy should be extended to all its members. Courtesy is politeness. It is having an attitude of respect toward others. This implies good manners, civility and respect. But there are also other reasons to put the phone down.
A ‘Good’ Christian Has Compassion
By Effie Caldarola Years ago, in the mid-1980s, my younger brother Bill and I sat alone in the tiny kitchen of my mom’s house. It was very late. We were a family that didn’t confront issues head-on. We walked around the elephant in the room, and if that meant sometimes we had to take turns […]
There Are Not ‘Two Popes’
By George Weigel Life, even Catholic life, is full of ambiguities, but some things either are or aren’t. It’s a ball or a strike. It’s a Toyota or a Ford. You’re baptized or you aren’t. The papacy would seem to be one of these you-are-or-you-aren’t realities. According to the law of the Church, a man […]
Opening New Paths, Each with Purpose
By Maria-Pia Negro Chin Summer is almost upon us and so is graduation season. Marked by ceremonies, memories and speeches, this time of the year closes a chapter in students’ lives and signals new beginnings. This can be exciting and terrifying for a new graduate – or anybody about to start something new. Commencement speeches […]