August 24, 2023

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What If a Pope Becomes Comatose?

Pat McCloskey, OFM August 24, 2023

When I heard that Pope Francis was undergoing surgery requiring general anesthesia, I wondered who would be in charge of the Church while he was incapacitated.

7 Things Catholics Need to Know about Suicide

Ronald Rolheiser, OMI August 24, 2023

Suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the United States. This renowned theologian has been speaking and writing about suicide for decades.

Teenager on social media who will someday have social anxiety

Social Media and Social Anxiety

Christopher Heffron August 24, 2023

Maybe it’s high time we all ask ourselves this question: How many likes do we really need to feel loved?

Paul Simon: Seven Psalms

Daniel Imwalle August 24, 2023

For an artist whose career spans over 60 years, Paul Simon has released a surprising album, even for those well-versed in his musical output.

The Pope: Answers

Susan Hines-Brigger August 24, 2023

What do you get when you arrange a conversation between the pope and 10 young people between 20 and 25 years old?

Helping Teens in Crisis

Elizabeth Bookser Barkley, PhD August 24, 2023

Data show teens continue to struggle with mental health. Helping to address the problem is a moral obligation and will require support from all of us.

A Guide to Self-Compassion

Father Fred Cabras OFM Cap August 24, 2023

When Jesus related the commandment to “love your neighbor as yourself,” built into that phrase is a calling for self-compassion taking care of our own mental health.