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Let’s Stop Fighting Over Climate Change

Patrick Carolan October 2, 2020

Scientific studies have long shown the connection between human behavior and climate change. Over 97 percent of climate scientists agree on this. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change stated in its 2014 report: “Human influence on the climate system is clear, and recent anthropogenic emissions of greenhouse gases are the highest in history. Recent climate changes have had widespread impacts on human and natural systems. “

Actions Speak Louder than Words

David Dault, PhD October 2, 2020

There is no quick fix for the hurts and harm we cause, and it is no excuse to say we were simply being zealous for the Lord.

Welcome to San Damiano

Kathy Coffey October 2, 2020

In the spirit of St. Francis, this retreat center opens its doors to refugees.

A Different Kind of Harvest

David Dault, PhD October 1, 2020

I live in Chicago, and around this part of the country, October is harvest time. Living in the city, it’s not always so easy to notice. However, every year since we moved here, my family and I have made an effort to get out to the country and enjoy a bit of the fall festivities.

Don’t Be a Single-Issue Voter

Patrick Carolan October 1, 2020

We are living in a perilous time. Our nation is as divided as it was during the Civil War. We are all affected by crises like the COVID-19 pandemic.

A New Encounter with the Psalms

Maureen O'Brien October 1, 2020

The inspiring words of the Psalms helped me navigate some of life’s biggest challenges.

Woman sitting in the woods in meditation

The Benefits of Meditation

Laurence Freeman, OSB September 28, 2020

Like the number forty, meditation is found in all the major religious traditions—not, however, as a symbolic idea but as a practice. So what is meditation and what are the benefits?

What Is Holiness Really About?

Jim Van Vurst, OFM September 25, 2020

The word holiness can have a discouraging effect on people. Some immediately dismiss it, perhaps a bit sadly, since they believe that whatever it is, holiness is way beyond their reach.

A Look at the Peace Prayer of St. Francis

Jack Wintz, OFM September 23, 2020

The Peace Prayer of St. Francis is a deep well of spiritual wisdom. We are wise to visit this well often.

Faith and Family for September 27: Parable of the Two Sons

Faith and Family team September 23, 2020

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MT 21:28-32

Jesus said to the chief priests and elders of the people: “What is your opinion? A man had two sons. He came to the first and said,
‘Son, go out and work in the vineyard today.’ He said in reply, ‘I will not,’ but afterwards changed his mind and went. The man came to the other son and gave the same order. He said in reply, ‘Yes, sir,’ but did not go.