Commentaries
Despite Promise of Clickbait, Pay Attention to the Person
An endless stream of digital content seeks to cash in on our attention span, but a forthcoming message by Pope Leo XIV next January will direct our gaze to God, and to one another, writes Matthew Gambino.
3 Ways to Evangelize Those Who Have Drifted From the Faith
Everyone knows someone who was baptized Catholic but no longer participates in the Church. Anne DeSantis shows practical ways to listen and invite people back, while prayerfully trusting in God.
As School Begins Again, Students Discover the Nearness of Christ
Bishop Keith J. Chylinski invites young people heading back to school during this 175th anniversary year of the Catholic school system in Philadelphia to encounter the Sacred Heart of Jesus as a refuge and source of unity.
Synodal Listening Sessions Set for Season of Creation this Fall
As part of a national effort, EcoPhilly is leading discussions in the Philadelphia area in September and October to hear ways of raising up “the cry of the earth and the cry of the poor,” writes Aaron Lemma.
The Difference One Person Can Make
Our smallest acts of love, including especially the gift of our active listening to the people God has placed in our lives, have tremendous value, writes Anne DeSantis.
August Beckons Young Adults and Parents to Time of Change
Writer Sarah Albanese knows that her college-bound son will continue to discover his unique Christian calling. She has worries but also faith in the Holy Spirit for everyone beginning the next chapter of life.
Angelo Cecco: A ‘Point of Light,’ a Good and Faithful Servant
Guy Ciarrocchi remembers his late friend and fellow St. Norbert’s parishioner for his many virtues, especially how he visited nursing homes joyfully and faithfully. We should thank the Angelos in our lives.
Clergy to Help Shape Upcoming Campaign With Focus on Pastoral Ministry, Missionary Discipleship
A new committee of 14 priests and deacons is set to work with lay leaders to guide the campaign and advance Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez's vision for missionary renewal.
Catholics Urged to Seek Extending Protections for Haitians in U.S.
Marge Vance echoes the call of the U.S. bishops in rallying support for two bills in Congress that would extend Temporary Protected Status for more than 300,000 Haitian immigrants.
Families in Crisis Can Turn to St. Raymond Nonnatus
While the 13th century saint may not be well known, he remains a witness to reconciliation. As Anne DeSantis writes, he reminds us that even in our deepest trials, God is still writing a story of hope.