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Politics & SocietyJesuitical
Jesuitical
While self-righteous take-downs of your political opponents can feel good in the moment, they are unlikely to change anyone’s mind—and probably aren’t great for your own emotional well-being either.
FaithFaith in Focus
Jim McDermott
One of the best parts of Christmas is hearing about how other people celebrate it. And in Venezuela, they have all-night roller skating, which ends with everyone skating to Mass at dawn.
Arts & CulturePoetry
Joe Hoover, S.J.
he opened up the window for Dec 24 even though it was like Dec 3
Why not use the opportunity to buy fewer and simpler gifts? (iStock/Zolga_F)(iStock/Zolga_F)
FaithLast Take
Tsh Oxenreider
The supply chain crisis may mean emptier shelves and later deliveries this Christmas season. So why not use the opportunity to buy fewer and simpler gifts?
Politics & SocietyEditorials
The Editors
Facebook’s business model, built on monetizing human attention while outsourcing human judgment to algorithms, is a uniquely comprehensive and dangerous abdication of responsibility.
FaithThe Word
Jaime L. Waters
We are reminded to interact with people beyond our household; different experiences and perspectives enrich our lives and increase our wisdom.
FaithThe Word
Jaime L. Waters
As we near the end of Advent, the Gospel can inspire us to respond when we are called in new, challenging directions.
FaithThe Word
Jaime L. Waters
We should find joy in God’s presence in our lives, looking for ways to foster joy in the world as we live out our faith.
FaithThe Word
Jaime L. Waters
During Advent we should be intentional in trying to improve, to grow mentally and spiritually and to help to create a just society.
Arts & CulturePoetry
Jeffrey Essmann
Jesus, deeply silent, watched the flames
Arts & CultureBooks
Laurie Johnston
Amanda Ripley’s new book offers powerful advice on how to step outside the traps we all fall into when navigating situations of conflict.
Donald Trump brought deception to a new level, in part through his ability to communicate directly with millions of Americans by way of social media. In this photo, then-President Trump speaks during a rally protesting the Electoral College certification of Joe Biden as president in Washington, D.C., on Jan 6, 2021. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci, File)
Politics & SocietyShort Take
Martin T. Meehan
Our elected officials are failing us, elevating artful pandering and dishonesty over real solutions, writes Marty Meehan in an essay adapted from his speech to a Vatican conference on the media.
A worker in Washington removes razor wire from the top of security fencing outside the U.S. Capitol.
Politics & SocietyYour Take
Our readers
Readers respond to the November issue’s cover story, “A Pro-life Democrat, a Divided Nation: Lessons From 16 Years in Congress,” by former U.S. Representative Daniel Lipinski.
FaithFaith and Reason
William O'Neill
If we are to differ intelligently and temperately, we must first share a great deal in common. Today, though, claims and counter-claims are made as if they were vindicated by the mere vehemence of their assertion.
FaithFeatures
John Rosengren
In a generation known to shun commitments, these women are embracing lifelong vows.
Politics & SocietyOf Many Things
Matt Malone, S.J.
This is a 21st-century problem, but we were first warned about it in the 18th century. Our founding fathers called what we are experiencing today factionalism.
Politics & SocietyNews
Carol Zimmermann - Catholic News Service
“We are grateful that the governor has prevented an irreparable mistake.”
FaithShort Take
Joe Hoover, S.J.James T. Keane
Many topics of great import were discussed at the meeting of the U.S. bishops. But they missed the mark on bingo, confession and whether cats possess prevenient grace.
Politics & SocietyShort Take
John W. Miller
Zillow got burned by paying too much for houses. U.S. families are getting burned by skyrocketing housing costs. Artificial intelligence may be making things worse for both.
FaithPodcasts
Inside the Vatican
On this week’s episode, Gerry and host Colleen Dulle take a look at how the pope’s relationship with the media has changed over time and examine the vision of the media that Pope Francis laid out in his speech to Vatican journalists this weekend.