Church & Spirituality
God Speed, Pope Francis
Christopher Heffron
May 25, 2025
Thank you, Pope Francis, for your service. We are better for it.
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Pope Francis: A Pastor with the Smell of His Sheep
Pat McCloskey, OFM
May 25, 2025
During and after his election in March 2013, Pope Francis was a man of many firsts.
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Rebuilding God’s Church
Susan Hines-Brigger
April 25, 2025
Anyone who has ever watched a baby learn to walk knows that once they take that first step, everything changes.
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The Franciscan Nature of Leadership
Sara P. Marks
April 25, 2025
While there are different leadership models, a nonprofit organizational consultant shows how Franciscans focus on a method that fosters equality, interaction, and growth among all.
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When Someone You Love Loses Faith
Caroline Rock
March 19, 2025
The younger generations are drifting from the Church. What can we do to reach them?
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Simple Ways to Share Our Faith
Martin Pable, OFM Cap
March 19, 2025
Evangelization is not a strong suit for many Catholics. Here are some practical steps to remedy that.
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Pope Leo XIV, Missionary to the World
When the conclave concluded, many jaws—including mine—were on the floor as Pope Leo XIV stepped out on the central balcony at St. Peter’s Basilica.