Since the first days of his pontificate, Pope Francis has spoken of his plans to renew the Synod of Bishops. In the last weeks it emerged as a centerpiece of his ministry. Three times this month he has spoken of "synodality"—that is, the role of meetings of bishops in church governance.

Gettysburg the largest battle of the Western hemisphere was fought a hundred and fifty years ago this week Between the North and South.

Aloysius Gonzaga needs rescuing from the hands of overly pious artists.

A classic article on the next generation of Catholics—including priests and men and women religious—from the Rev. Andrew M. Greeley.

The beasts have an advantage over us when it comes to suffering.

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