Commentaries
Young people want to live ‘In Light of Faith’
In the spirit of the coming Synod of Bishops looking at issues faced by youths, two Catholic young adults are launching a platform to hear the voices of young people. You can join the conversation.
Teens have the hardest job in the world, but they can do it
As he writes his final column for young people, Erick Rommel has absolute confidence that today's teens are capable of handling everything that comes their way, no matter how dark it seems.
Tense times call for a heightened ‘moral tension’
To avoid global catastrophe, youths must learn God's role is absolutely necessary for guaranteeing peace, the well-being of earth's resources and a hopeful future, writes Father Eugene Hemrick.
A child’s pace slows Mom back to God
While taking a long hike with her short-legged preschooler, Laura Kelly Fanucci learns to wait patiently, just as God does. With laundry basket on hip, she'll remember to savor each moment.
Cardinal Dolan pans Democrats’ pro-abortion pledge
After the Democratic National Committee's leader vowed to support only pro-abortion candidates, Cardinal Timothy Dolan urged Democrats to "challenge their leadership to recant this intolerant position."
If it seems parenting never ends, it’s true
The overlooked lesson for parents -- rookies, veterans and those in between -- is that you never get caught up on parenting. And don't think that you should, advises veteran dad Bill Dodds.
Discrimination at Lutheran day care should concern Catholics
Richard Doerflinger explains the ramifications of a Supreme Court case in which Missouri law bars public funds for safe playgrounds only at religious schools.
Technology and social media empower youth
Social media platforms can educate and engage youth, inspiring them to effect positive change in the world.
Science, while beneficial, is often disruptive
The issue of climate change is causing a clash of arguments that likely will only get louder, writes Father Eugene Hemrick. That is what science does; or as Shakespeare wrote, "Knowledge maketh a bloody entrance."
See the seeds of success within a failure
Maureen Pratt draws spiritual lessons on patient endurance from a failed gardening project. Like the California rains giving birth to flowers, so God's grace may rejuvenate the seeds of potential within us.