The announcement that CNS will cease domestic operations at the end of 2022 also impacts what we do at The Central Minnesota Catholic.
From the Editor: Communication is key to a vibrant Church
Christina Capecchi: Digital detox — how to guard the mind and slow the pace
“Johann’s digital detox compelled him to dive into neuroscience, interviewing experts on attention and flow. He learned about the value of meandering, play and natural sleep rhythms. He compiled his findings into a new book called ‘Stolen Focus: Why You Can’t Pay Attention — and How to Think Deeply Again.'”
Inside the Capitol: Combating the throwaway culture from womb to tomb
The Minnesota Catholic Conference opposed measures that would have promoted a pro-abortion ideology and legalized physician-assisted suicide.
Greg Erlandson: My sense, your nonsense
“Our battles today, both in our families and in our country, suffer from a lack of hearts inclined to listen. Listening requires patience, the pope reminds us. It also requires a certain humility.”
Bishop John Stowe: Speaking out
“Of the many words that Pope Francis has introduced or reintroduced to our lexicon, one of his frequently employed terms (often left untranslated) is ‘parrhesia,’ described as boldness or conviction, which the Holy Father insists is vital to the proclamation of the Gospel today.”
Inside the Capitol: Protecting our children from ‘Big Tech,’ child predators
Social media use has increased tremendously over the last decade, especially among younger users. Much chatter has erupted around the country over the damaging content social media algorithms feed to our children and how these algorithms ought to be controlled.
Laura Kelly Fanucci: Talking about resurrection
We don’t talk enough about resurrection. But, if we did, it would change us.
Katie Prejean McGrady: A death we can be happy about
“We can take comfort in the knowledge that our loved one’s death, and even our own someday, is far from the final moment we will have.”