In Catholic books, an African American perspective is usually missing; these two books attempt to address that important gap in different and complementary ways.
Two books look at Black Catholic experience from different angles
Maryknoll nun helps New Mexico’s tribal peoples deal with uranium legacy
Sister Rose Marie says the Native people call the training program on solar power “energy sovereignty.”
Pairing fun, faith on socks guides couple’s journey in footsteps of saints
Since the first pair of socks were made featuring Pope Francis, about 80 other pairs have been created, including ones of St. Joseph, Our Lady of Fatima, St. Francis of Assisi, St. Teresa of Kolkata, St. Joan of Arc and the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
Society now understands need for outreach to gangs, says Homeboy founder
Father Boyle said people are more divided today and an idea of “othering” has taken place — where individuals or groups of people treat others as different from themselves.
Author, former Marine, ponders how faith tempers horror, violence
Author Phil Klay writes about what war, armed conflict and bloodshed do to the human soul.
Vatican basilica provides background for new film on St. Peter
An eight-minute film on the life and discipleship of St. Peter will be projected onto the facade of St. Peter’s Basilica in October as part of the basilica’s pastoral and artistic outreach.
Vatican announces contest to compose music for Holy Year 2025 hymn
The Vatican is looking for an original musical score for the official hymn for the Holy Year 2025 that will highlight its theme, “Pilgrims of Hope.”
Even biblical scholar finds new insights in Bible stories retold
Each book offers insights into the Bible and how we can meaningfully understand its relevance for our daily lives.