Vocations to religious life in US decline, but key factors can impact numbers
A new report shows a continued decrease in the number of permanent vocations to consecrated life in the U.S.
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Doing Christ’s Work
A Dominican friar and painter whose work influenced the Renaissance, Blessed Fra Angelico was known for his unique and glorious spiritual paintings. He used his gift of art to glorify God.
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Younger priests identify as theologically conservative, politically moderate
A closer look at the largest survey of U.S. Catholic priests in 50 years has revealed "a major shift in how priests view themselves and their priesthood," said researchers.
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Eyes on the Prize
Reflect Stephen Covey once counseled that we should begin with the end in mind. We should consider what we really want to happen in every situation. We should consider how we might contribute to the wellbeing of others and ourselves ...
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Becoming a Friar
The story of how I became a friar hinges largely on dead men. Admittedly, there were some men who were very much alive who pointed the way forward. But it seems that it was the dead men who really taught ...
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New Catholic Trade Schools Prepare Careers and Spiritual Vocations