Commentaries
Diminished and divided: where to now?
Worrying downward trend lines of religious affiliation in the present and future means business as usual won't be an option, even amidst a politically polarized faithful, writes Greg Erlandson.
Let me be your servant
The pandemic's shut downs forced a huge exodus of volunteers from the good work of serving others, writes Effie Caldarola. With vaccinations picking up, a return to servant ministry beckons.
Lamb: Saving grace central to Jewish, Christian faiths
The gentle lamb has deep religious symbolism, appearing as a sacrificial saving grace from Exodus through the New Testament. See a recipe for rack of lamb with gremolata and pistaschio couscous.
Mary meets women in the crossroads of life
Valerie Lewis-Mosley led a virtual retreat March 20 that focused on how the Mother of God comes close to women when they call on her, especially during times of trouble.
As technology awes, it reminds us of our humanity
Technology is a powerful tool, but it pales in comparison to the power of God and his ability to use our earthly experience to reach us with his saving love, writes Brett Robinson.
Our long Lent is far from over — but signs of Easter are everywhere
The list of sacrifices in the past year is long, but America's responses to the COVID pandemic are a testament to the creative ingenuity that is possible when society works together for the common good.
Mother of murdered son cites reason for deadly violence: racism
During a prison visit with survivors of Philadelphia's wave of fatal shootings, Father Paul Morrissey recounts the insights of Victoria, who speaks so that other families will not also mourn.
Open your heart to God’s love by caring for those in need
Charitable fund management and consulting by the Catholic Foundation of Greater Philadelphia strengthen the discipleship of faithful donors and ministries, writes Sarah Hanley.
One year later, measuring our gains and losses
It's natural to rush back into the busyness of our old normal, but the lives lost and changed by the COVID pandemic will be a waste if we don't learn from what we gained, writes Greg Erlandson.
A song for Mother Tolton
You've heard of Father Augustus Tolton, the Black priest up for sainthood, but Shannen Dee Williams reveals the remarkable life and Catholic faith of his mother, Martha Jane Chisley Tolton.