Second Wednesday of Advent

Without the weeks I spent easing back into prayer, I would not be alive today.

Pope Francis has recognized the martyrdom of the Rev. Stanley Rother of the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City, making him the first martyr born in the United States and clearing the way for his beatification. The Vatican made the announcement on Dec. 2. Father Rother, born March 27, 1935, on his family&r

Courage can erupt in the most unexpected corners.

The Jesuits had lost their way, some thought, especially in Latin America, where the sons of Ignatius had embraced liberation theology.

Pope Francis: "At times, I find myself in front of persons who are very rigid. And I ask myself: How come such rigidity?”