Commentaries
Ashes we cannot see should start a revolution this Lent
The point of Ash Wednesday is that others can see our ashes, but we cannot, writes Father Eric Banecker, who calls for "Copernican Revolution" of the church and ourselves, to prayer and action.
Archbishop’s installation reminds us to unleash God’s love
For Patrick Walsh, the installation Mass of Archbishop Nelson Perez called to mind the importance of helping someone feel seen and cherished. Our opportunity to make someone feel God’s embrace is a little altar to reverence.
Third Hispanic archbishop signals rise of Hispanics in U.S. church
As Catholicism of the 21st century becomes increasingly Hispanic, there is something both powerful and political in the appointment of leaders such as Archbishop Nelson Perez, writes Hosffman Ospino.
Don’t play loose with the truth
Lack of honesty can destroy families, society and the very fabric of life, writes Father Eugene Hemrick. Christ calls us to live justly, countering indifference with prophetic zeal.
Parishes should invite people with disabilities to volunteer
Every parish needs helpers in ministry, but the obstacles presented to people with special needs can be overcome so volunteers can offer as much as they can, opening doors to untold graces, writes Maureen Pratt.
Combat sin of racism anew during Black History Month
The writer of a guest editorial, having been taught by a black Catholic sister under consideration for sainthood, urges everyone to study holy Catholic black leaders and promote all policies to end racism.
Superstars like us
Elise Italiano Ureneck might not share much with celebrities like the late Kobe Bryant, except suburban Philadelphia roots, but she does share with Catholic figures a common frailty and hope in the resurrection.
Couples can save couples from sinkhole of divorce
Citing the high costs of divorce to families and society, Greg Erlandson writes committed married couples should be invited to mentor newlyweds before the altar and into the difficult years to come.
It’s a dark time to be Hispanic, but there are rays of light
Moises Sandoval charts the alarming increase in violence against Hispanics in the U.S. The emotional impact of attacks deemed by some not only as permissible but patriotic has Hispanics wondering who will be next.
On a winter morning, the gift of faith
Effie Caldarola woke on a recent cold morning to pray and ponder the gift of faith -- with an assist from a story by Archbishop Nelson Perez. Each day is a gift for people of faith, and those without.