Will millions die due to USAID cuts? August 3, 2026By Effie Caldarola OSV News Filed Under: Commentary How does the world view the U.S. right now? How do we deserve to be viewed? Are we working to create “the beloved community” which Dr. Martin Luther King envisioned, which is another way of saying “the kingdom of God?”
America at 250: We must remember we are still a nation of immigrants August 3, 2026By Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio OSV News Filed Under: America's 250th anniversary, Commentary Our nation could lead by the example of our ability to integrate immigrants, as no nation of the world ever has, and which has made us a great nation. If we wish to maintain that greatness, we must return to one of the causes of our greatness: regulated and generous immigration.
Two heroes: St. Ignatius and Spider-Man August 2, 2026By Rita Buettner Catholic Review Filed Under: Blog, Commentary, Open Window Whether you’ve been bitten by a radioactive spider or Ignatian spirituality, you might be called to live your life differently as a result.
Thwip! Faith lessons from Spider-Man August 2, 2026By Rita Buettner Catholic Review Filed Under: Blog, Commentary, Open Window Spider-Man can teach us a few lessons about living as Catholics. He’s committed to self-sacrifice and service to others.
The Summer Reading List: 2026 July 29, 2026By George Weigel Syndicated Columnist Filed Under: Books, Commentary, Feature, The Catholic Difference Herewith, some suggestions for your own reading pleasure this summer, which I hope you’ll pass along to friends:
A Birthday Glimpse of Heaven July 28, 2026By Rita Buettner Catholic Review Filed Under: Blog, Commentary, Open Window That room full of people singing to me brought home for me how connected we all are to one another in the Communion of Saints.blog
Bob Dylan makes me want to be 80. Or even 85. July 28, 2026By Elizabeth Scalia OSV News Filed Under: Commentary “The best thing about being 80 is that you outlive the clocks that have been chasing you. It’s freedom from that lie than anything was ever under control.” — Bob Dylan
Question Corner: Would it be wrong for a Catholic to attend a nondenominational praise and worship night? July 28, 2026By Jenna Marie Cooper OSV News Filed Under: Commentary, Question Corner The nondenominational church near my house offers praise and worship nights with music. I’ve been interested in attending, not because I want to convert, but because I like that style of music and any opportunity to join in prayer with others. Would it be wrong for a Catholic to attend this event?
Ukraine and the limits of dialogue July 22, 2026By George Weigel OSV News Filed Under: Commentary, The Catholic Difference, War in Ukraine Russian strikes are deliberately aimed at civilian sites, and while Ukrainian air defenses shoot down some of the missiles and drones, others get through. Innocents are killed and families lose their homes because of this campaign to intentionally inflict civilian casualties.
The Joy of a Train Ride July 21, 2026By Rita Buettner Catholic Review Filed Under: Blog, Commentary, Open Window Trains are magical, and steam locomotives are full of history. And a train ride is exhilarating.
The growing weaponization of the abortion pill July 21, 2026By Katie Yoder OSV News Filed Under: Commentary, Respect Life Rosalie Markezich smiled when she realized she was pregnant in 2023. The young woman from Louisiana waited a week before telling her then-boyfriend, who was initially supportive. Then, she says, he changed his mind.
Question Corner: Are weddings at SSPX chapels valid? July 21, 2026By Jenna Marie Cooper OSV News Filed Under: Commentary, Question Corner What is the current situation with marriages and the SSPX? I have heard different things about whether or not weddings at SSPX chapels are valid.
