Theological virtues for 2022 January 1, 2022By Christopher Gunty Catholic Review Filed Under: Amen, Amen Gunty Commentary, Commentary, Feature How can we approach the new year with the theological virtues of faith, hope and love in mind?
‘Full of grace’ December 2, 2021By George P. Matysek Jr. Catholic Review Filed Under: Amen, Amen Matysek Commentary, Christmas, Commentary, Feature, Saints We can never be the kind of missionary disciples our church needs if our lives are not set apart. For us to attract others to Christ, people must notice something different in us – a joy, a goodness and a love for God and others that makes people want to know more about what it means to be a Christian and how they, too, can encounter Christ.
Saints and other fine souls October 26, 2021By Christopher Gunty Catholic Review Filed Under: Amen, Amen Gunty Commentary, Commentary, Feature We all want to be saints. That’s our goal as Catholic Christians – to live a holy life worthy of heaven.
Good News, learned October 9, 2021By Paul McMullen Catholic Review Filed Under: #IamCatholic, Amen, Amen McMullen Commentary, Commentary, Feature, Journalism Paul McMullen reflects on his years as managing editor of the Catholic Review.
Protect yourself, love others September 7, 2021By Christopher Gunty Catholic Review Filed Under: Amen, Amen Gunty Commentary, Commentary, Coronavirus, Feature If you love your neighbor, help protect yourself and others. Wear a mask. Get vaccinated.
Glory, emptiness at Tokyo Olympics July 20, 2021By Paul McMullen Catholic Review Filed Under: Amen, Amen McMullen Commentary, Commentary, Feature, Olympics, Sports Even before organizers barred locals from attending events in Tokyo, managing editor Paul McMullen was lamenting the absence of fans from other nations at the Summer Olympics.
Laying the groundwork for peace June 7, 2021By Christopher Gunty Catholic Review Filed Under: Amen, Amen Gunty Commentary, Commentary Imagine also if we put the same effort that has characterized the pandemic response into achieving world peace, or addressing climate change, or alleviating poverty in general.
Think back to first Communion May 6, 2021By Christopher Gunty Catholic Review Filed Under: Amen, Amen Gunty Commentary, Commentary, Year of the Eucharist Think back to your own first holy Communion – and all the Communions since then. Why would you receive a minimal piece of bread and a sip of wine if not for what it truly is?
Still answering her calling April 13, 2021By Paul McMullen Catholic Review Filed Under: Amen, Amen McMullen Commentary, Commentary, Feature Whether it’s crocheting an afghan for the newest grandchild or attempting to shoot your age on the golf course, many spend retirement expanding or refining a hobby. Then there is Paula Gentile.
Hills, and life, roll on March 10, 2021By Michael Reeb Special to the Catholic Review Filed Under: Amen, Commentary I have long been of the belief that good-hearted souls turn to service later in life when they are financially secure and can afford to put something back into the community. For me, it happened a bit differently.
The good and the ugly February 3, 2021By Sherita Thomas Special to the Catholic Review Filed Under: Amen, Black Catholic Ministry, Commentary, Racial Justice I am hopeful that the racism initiative will assist with ending the pattern of disregard seen too often displayed for Black lives. I hope this effort is a journey for the Archdiocese of Baltimore instead of just a project.
The gift of time January 4, 2021By George P. Matysek Jr. Catholic Review Filed Under: Amen, Amen Matysek Commentary, Christmas, Commentary, Feature, Marriage & Family Life, Parenting As we watch our children grow up right before our eyes, we are reminded that time is limited and precious.
