Commentaries
The ‘Little Way’ of St. Therese Endures as her Centennial Begins
100 years after the young French saint’s canonization, writer Brianna Dauby sees in a relative’s death that signs of hope, the way of holiness, and God’s graces continue today.
Jesus Delights in the Gift of Our Broken Heart, Which He Can Heal
What can we give to our newborn Savior? Writer Mark Griswold suggests we offer all that we have, our very heart, battered as it may be.
Finding God in a Game: The Eagles’ 1960 NFL Championship Game
Sixty-five years later, the stories surrounding Philadelphia’s victory over the Green Bay Packers in the title game continue to reflect many Catholic themes and personalities, writes Jay Sorgi.
My Brothers and Sisters Are Hungry. I Cannot Turn Away
As food aid vanishes and hunger surges, writer Matthew Gambino says Catholics must respond with compassion.
Catholic Young Adults Will Witness to Christ, One Another, at Conference
The Well, a gathering set for Nov. 15 in Philadelphia, will be like a World Youth Day as it stirs up for young people evangelization “full of fervor, joy, generosity, courage, boundless love, and attraction.”
Pope Francis’ Decade-Old Lesson: Detainees Are Our Family
When the Holy Father visited Philadelphia in 2015, few people witnessed his visit to the men and women in a Philadelphia prison. His words to them ring as prophetic witness to us today, writes Matthew Gambino.
‘Ten Days of Awe’ Call All to Reflection, Service for Others
Parishioner Gerald Davis shares his thoughts with Jewish friends during the High Holy Days. They invite all people to find the “why” of their life, and live it for other people.
Portugal Gives Glimpse of a Reviving Church
On a trip with his wife, Guy Ciarrocchi sees a country with a vibrant, deep-rooted Catholic faith – universal and yet culturally distinct. Despite reports of a fading Catholic Church in Europe, it appears alive and well.
October Conference Aims to Empower Catholic Youth Ministry
Ministers with youth and young adults, educators, and other Church leaders from across the eastern U.S. will meet in Philadelphia as Archbishop Pérez leads discussions of the U.S. bishops’ plan to accompany and evangelize young people.
A Sacred Home in Center City Faces a Critical Crossroads
After 187 years of prayer, service, and welcome, Father Thomas Betz, O.F.M. Cap., pastor of St. John the Evangelist Church in Center City, Philadelphia, says the historic church must raise funds to preserve its mission and repair aging infrastructure.