Pope Francis caused a Category 5 brouhaha on Jan. 6 during what was an otherwise thoroughly ordinary general audience at the Vatican.

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.

Last month, I informed the board of directors of America Media that I will step down as the president and editor in chief at the end of 2022.

Twice a year we publish an extra issue of America dedicated to books and all things literary; one in planting season and one at harvest time.

We should always heed the words of the Lord and “be not afraid” to talk about challenging questions and how they affect our faith lives.

The War in Afghanistan was waged in the name of every American. At the very least, we should ask how it has (or hasn’t) affected us.