In Francis’ 12th Christmas address to the Roman Curia, he reminded them, “An ecclesial community lives in joyful and fraternal harmony to the extent that its members walk the path of humility.”

A Reflection for the Seventh Day in the Octave of Christmas, by Tim Reidy

A Reflection for the Feast of St. John, Apostle and evangelist, by Jackson Goodman

A Reflection for the Feast of St. Stephen, first martyr, by Molly Cahill

A Reflection for Monday of the Fourth Week of Advent, by Michael J. O’Loughlin

President-elect Donald Trump on Dec. 20 announced his intention to appoint Brian Burch, currently the president of CatholicVote, as the next U.S. Ambassador to the Holy See.

If God can work through both the rich and the poor, the meek and the mighty, surely God can also work through all types of music and art.

My concern with Advent is that it can reduce our hoping for the surprising act of God to waiting for God to give us what we expect.

The unique perspectives and gifts that women bring, in collaboration with clergy, enrich the church in ways that go beyond what ordination could offer.

After another Trump victory, I thought about tuning out of politics. Then I remembered that I do not have that luxury. I am a Catholic.