In a heart-wrenching story out of California, a mother has gone public with her tragic experience as a surrogate, claiming that she was urged to terminate her pregnancy at 24 weeks after being diagnosed with breast cancer. Brittney Pearson signed a contract
The Catholic Church is facing a crisis of faith among young people. In recent years, there has been a steady decline in the number of young people who identify as Catholic, and those who do remain often have a weak understanding of
The digital age, while offering unprecedented tools for communication, has paradoxically limited the depth of our conversations, propagating trivialities while neglecting the essence of what it means to be human. Among the casualties of this age are the stories and experiences of
On June 29, 2023, the Supreme Court ruled unanimously in favor of protecting religious accommodations in the workplace. The decision was a momentous victory for religious liberty and one that well deserves further consideration beyond the passing headlines of the news cycle,
As the number of people in the United States identifying as “transgender” continues to grow, the Church continues to seek ways to respond pastorally and doctrinally to this sea change in cultural mores. To that end, at their spring plenary in Orlando,
Religious liberty is a crucial aspect of American democracy and human dignity, protecting individuals' right to worship freely. It allows for diverse faith communities to contribute to society and promotes mutual respect. However, religious freedom is increasingly under threat, evident in recent
One year ago, the Supreme Court issued a landmark decision that has since been etched in the annals of American history. In Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, the highest court of the land upheld a Mississippi law that bans abortions after
While a mother’s importance to her family cannot be overstated, too often our culture overlooks the significance of a father’s presence in the life of his children. The influence of a loving and involved father plays a crucial, irreplaceable role in shaping
The National Eucharistic Revival is entering its second year on June 11, Corpus Christi Sunday. Have you participated? Have you been waiting for the right moment? Now is your time. The second year of the revival is focused on parishes, and there
The prospect of facing another June can be uncomfortable for Catholics. Everywhere we turn, rainbows and other symbols of today’s LGBTQ movement will be emblazoned. Stores, restaurants, civic buildings, and even ATMs will be branded with the flag and other symbols of