Once again, Afghanistan has worn down its would-be conquerors. It is a time to leave.

Following the lead of our friends at The Jesuit Post, the editors offer a playlist of their favorite Christmas songs.

Due to inclement weather the symposium scheduled for tomorrow December 14 quot In the Service of the Word Catholic Media and the New Evangelization quot has been postponed New date to be determined Follow us americamag for updates

A test for the U.S. in the troubled waters of the East China Sea.

Those living on the street and in shelters share in the Holy Family’s experience of transience and insecurity. But how often are they welcomed with reverence and joy?

You are invited to a symposium to mark the 50th Anniversary of the Decree on Social Communications of the Second Vatican Council.Co-sponsored byAmerica magazine andSaint Joseph’s Seminary and CollegeNEW DATE TO BE DETERMINEDSaint Joseph’s Seminary and College201 Seminary AvenueYonkers, N

On Nov. 26, 2013, Pope Francis issued "Evangelii Gaudium" or “The Joy of the Gospel,” his first extensive piece of writing as pope. Below is a round up of news coverage and reflections on the apostolic exhortation.PODCAST: "The Francis Factor," November 27Am

The editors on Iranian détente, China's one-child policy and reforming U.S. prisons.

Sandy Hook should not have happened. Those 20 children and six teachers and administrators should not have died.

We tend to provide only self-defeating half-measures to care for people with mental illness.