When many people think of a great Catholic university, perhaps they picture ivy-covered walls in front of quads swarming with priests and theology students, or centuries-old universities in Europe dating back to the Middle Ages, or gold football helmets on a chilly
There is an increasing awareness of and appreciation for the inherent link between faith and reason, and between religion and science. One way in which this is manifesting itself is in the thriving life sciences departments at many Catholic colleges and universities.
Question: The Church teaches Mary was a virgin before, during and after the birth of Christ. Scripture testifies to the first, but I was wondering about the sources of the Church’s teachings on the other two dimensions. — Joann Capone, via email Answer:
When one thinks of the Catholic Church in the United States in the mid-20th century, vivid images of Eucharistic processions, Latin Masses, veiled heads, family Rosaries and houses filled with statues are conjured up. The experience of this era is explored in
Rising rates of opioid addiction have put an end to a decade of progress in foster care. But even with tens of thousands of children needing new homes, some Catholic organizations may be forced to close their doors over their decision to
Throughout the Gospels, we hear regularly about the Pharisees. A Pharisee, in the popular imagination, chooses the Law over mercy. They are the hypocritical men, challenging Jesus’ authority around every corner. The problem with popular tropes is they often block our encounter
I know it. I feel it. The Holy Spirit heard my prayer. Already heartsick after reading the Grand Jury’s report from Pennsylvania on the horrific record of sexual abuse of youth by clergy, within an hour I received telephone calls from two
Mission work has long been a draw for students on spring break, but STEM programs at small Catholic colleges in the United States are really starting to add their skills into the mix. Whether that’s a group of engineering students or a
Ann Klotz from Siena College analyzes water samples for bacteria contamination. Courtesy photo The Stephen and Harriet Myers residence in Albany, New York, played an important role in the Underground Railroad that helped slaves escape to the North, but there was little
It came like they all do in an Indiana summer afternoon. Off on the horizon of a blue and sunny sky, black clouds darkened like an old sinner’s heart. It would hit us in moments. My daughter and I were out driving