Commentaries
Focusing on the common good
Just as ignoring any weak point on a tire could lead to its collapse, so it is with society -- any poor social condition threatens the common good of all, writes Jesuit Father William Byron.
Discovering the most important goal of all
Of all the goals in his life, columnist Erick Rommel finds contentment as the truest and simplest, a lesson taught by people near the end of their time.
Mary shows model of fighting the paralysis of terrorism
Mary is a beautiful example of looking for Christ, even as others want us to bring life to a halt or make us fearful and suspicious of one another, writes Father Eugene Hemrick.
‘The Catholic Catalogue’ tells of life lived with faith
CatholicPhilly.com editor Matthew Gambino reads through a new "field guide" for Catholic culture with prayers, family crafts and other tales of living the Catholic faith today.
Help give birth to new vocations
Sister Constance Veit is grateful for prayers of support as the Little Sisters of the Poor prepare their Supreme Court case. Prayer is also the key to vocations, and she invites everyone to pray a Hail Mary for them.
Discovering who God is, and what that means for us
One of a priest's hardest jobs is to convince people that God loves them, writes Jesuit Father William Byron. It's a pity that we find it so difficult to take God at his word.
In an age of negative politics, it’s time for prudence
Some friends of Father Eugene Hemrick talk of moving to Canada. But he thinks it's wiser to engage the growing discontent with intelligent contemplation to arrive at sound judgments.
Lessons from Mexico for the world’s youth
Pope Francis told youths by holding the hand of Jesus "it is possible to believe that it is worth the effort to give your best, to be leaven, salt and light among your friends, neighborhoods and your community."
Put important things on your bucket list
When Karen Osborne was younger, things were on her list of things to do in life. Now after a cancer scare, people top the list.
When it come to vocations, God is full of surprises
We can give sons and daughters experiences that help them hear God's call to whatever life and work they'll do, writes Bill Dodds. It's custom-made for them by God.