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Thomas J. Reese, S.J., is a senior analyst for Religion News Service. Previously he was a columnist at The National Catholic Reporter (2015-17) and an associate editor (1978-85) and editor in chief (1998-2005) of America.
FaithNews
Dialogue becomes that much more difficult when you feel that God is on your side.
FaithShort Take
Pope Francis will soon have appointed 72% of the cardinal electors—but the next pope could still surprise us.
Politics & SocietyNews Analysis
It is too early to predict the outcome of the next conclave, but Pope Francis has set the stage through his appointments.
FaithNews
More U.S. Protestants are satisfied with the sermons and music they hear at services than Catholics, according to a Pew Research study. Catholics also feel less connected to their fellow congregants.
FaithShort Take
The U.S. Catholic bishops are meeting in Orlando, Florida, next week for three days of prayer and business. If you were asked by your local bishop what topics they should discuss, what would you suggest?
FaithNews Analysis
The pope’s refusal to cheer either side in this war gives him credibility as mediator.
FaithShort Take
When we listen to the resurrection stories during the Easter season, we often focus on what happened to Jesus. But it’s probably more important to look at what the resurrection does to the disciples.
Politics & SocietyNews Analysis
Catholic social teaching has always acknowledged a role for government regulation of the economy. The economy is to promote the common good, not benefit owners and investors alone.
FaithNews
Pope Francis's latest apostolic letter neglects to address the needs of the vast majority of Catholics, who accept the Novus Ordo but still do not fully understand the Eucharist.
FaithNews
With the appointment of 16 new cardinal electors, Pope Francis continues remaking the College of Cardinals with an emphasis on the person rather than the location of the bishop.