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April 17, 2026

The magisterium of the popes and nuclear weapons

Since the tragedy caused by the atomic bombings of Japan in August 1945, the church has reflected on the risk of humanity destroying itself.

April 15, 2026

Popes and wars in the contemporary era

As people return to speaking about a “just war,” it is worth recalling the teaching on peace of the popes who have succeeded one another on the Chair of Peter over the past hundred years. This teaching has gradually been enriched and deepened, to the point of recognizing how increasingly difficult it is to claim that a “just war” exists.

March 18, 2026

Fostering Christian unity

In 1991, the Pontifical Council for Interreligious Dialogue invited Catholics to participate in a variety of forms of dialogue with members of other religious traditions. In their statement “Dialogue and Proclamation,” they argued that religious dialogue is not a task reserved for theological experts. Dialogue is the responsibility of every Christian.

August 20, 2025

His ministry is a gift

Just last year I had the opportunity to reflect on Cardinal Cupich’s wide-reaching impact as we celebrated his 10th anniversary as the archbishop of Chicago and as chancellor of Catholic Extension Society. Now as he marks 50 years of priesthood, it is incredible to think about where his journey as a priest has taken him in just the past year.

January 03, 2024

From observation to celebration

From Jan. 18 to 25, Christian churches around the world observe the annual Week of Prayer for Christian Unity. Again we pray for the unity that Jesus wants: “that they may all be one, as you, Father, in me and I in you, may they be one in us, that the world may know that you have sent me” (Jn 17: 21-22).

December 01, 2023

Faith leaders can influence the world on climate change

As world leaders convene in Dubai for the annual United Nations climate change conference, or COP28, a new advocacy group will be on hand to influence the negotiations. For the first time in its history, the conference will host a faith pavilion, where faith groups and leaders from across the religious spectrum will gather to demonstrate the pivotal role of faith communities in tackling the climate crisis.

November 01, 2023

Synodality and Christian unity

The Catholic Church is currently engaged in what some have called the largest consultative process in the history of humanity. After nearly two years of receiving feedback from millions of Catholics from around the world, 364 representatives of the Catholic Church gathered with Pope Francis at the Vatican from Oct. 4 to 29 for the Synod on Synodality.

December 14, 2022

Annulments and domestic violence

How are survivors of domestic violence treated by Catholic marriage tribunals, the diocesan courts that determine whether the sacramental bond of a marriage exists or not? Sadly, if domestic violence is involved, the process can be painful.

October 05, 2022

But what does it all mean?

In 1966, John Lennon claimed the Beatles were more popular than Jesus. Controversy swelled in the American South and elsewhere. The radio station KLUE in Longview, Texas, organized a “Beatles burning,” a bonfire to torch the band’s records. The morning after, the station’s tower was hit by lightning.

August 31, 2022

The Workers’ Rights Amendment and Catholic social doctrine

This November, Illinois citizens will vote on an important amendment to the state constitution. The Workers’ Rights Amendment will guarantee workers the fundamental right to organize in unions, to negotiate their wages, hours and working conditions and to promote their economic welfare and safety at work.
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