In young people preparing for confirmation, I see a yearning for something more in their lives, beyond the noise and distractions of technology and social isolation.

It would be an exaggeration to call “Juno” pro-life, but it is encouraging to see a popular film diverge from the familiar culture war battle lines.

“Shogun” is a dire portrait of the Catholic Church’s role in colonial history, but the Japanese are not mere victims in this story.

A beef between two of the biggest rappers in the world, Kendrick Lamar and Drake, has birthed unforgettable songs for both of these artists.

Statistician Ryan Burge set out to learn how many Catholics agree with church teachings on three key pro-life issues: abortion, euthanasia and the death penalty. The answer? Fewer than 1 percent.

I had hoped she would want to be confirmed, but I also know that this step in her faith journey is not about me.

A Reflection for Saturday of the Seventh Week in Ordinary Time, by Sam Sawyer, S.J.

A Reflection for Thursday of the Seventh Week in Ordinary Time, by Kerry Weber

A Reflection for Wednesday of the Seventh Week in Ordinary Time, by Jill Rice

A Reflection for Tuesday of the Seventh Week in Ordinary Time, by Michael SImone, S.J.