Books for Christmas – 2024 December 11, 2024By George Weigel Syndicated Columnist Filed Under: Books, Commentary, The Catholic Difference In the spirit of happy browsing, here are some suggestions for Christmas book-giving (not “gifting”!) at a historical moment that needs equal doses of realism and hope.
Post-election migration perspective and implications for policy December 9, 2024By Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio OSV News Filed Under: 2024 Election, Commentary, Immigration and Migration If we hope to walk with migrants, we need to understand the present situation. If we wish to assist them, we need to better influence public opinion, especially the opinion of our elected leaders, to enact sensible reforms that reflect our national needs and conscience.
Advent: We see what we’re looking for December 9, 2024By Jaymie Stuart Wolfe OSV News Filed Under: Advent, Commentary During Advent, the church encourages us to renew our search for God and teaches us how and where to look for him.
Expecting a miracle: Advent by the Nativity scene December 7, 2024By Susan M. Erschen OSV News Filed Under: Advent, Commentary A Christmas tradition started by St. Francis may help us keep our focus more on the coming miracle than the latest sales. The beloved saint from Assisi taught us to live simply and care for the poor, including through the Nativity scene.
Following Christ as content creators December 6, 2024By Sister Hosea Rupprecht OSV News Filed Under: Commentary, social media As content creators, it’s easy to get so focused on creating that we can forget that there are people on the other end of our communication who deserve our consideration and respect.
Catholic theology professor examines the roots and impact of gender ideology December 5, 2024By Charlie Camosy OSV News Filed Under: Commentary, Respect Life As the church attempts to address gender ideology with compassion and clarity, studies continue to emerge about its impact on children, families and society.
An Advent Invitation December 4, 2024By Rita Buettner Catholic Review Filed Under: Blog, Commentary, Open Window Sometimes we choose our journeys, and sometimes they choose us. Sometimes you know the destination but you’re not quite sure how you’ll get there. Sometimes you blink and suddenly discover you’re almost at your destination. Sometimes journeys are smooth, and sometimes they’re painful. But they all lead somewhere—and often to exactly where we ought to […]
Picture Perfect December 4, 2024By Rita Buettner Catholic Review Filed Under: Advent, Christmas, Commentary, The Domestic Church As we walk toward Christmas, may we try to view this season as one of opportunity rather than obligation, being open to the journey and to the ways we can give and receive.
13 traditions for keeping an Advent attitude December 4, 2024By Marge Fenelon OSV News Filed Under: Advent, Christmas, Commentary Here are 13 traditions and devotions that can make our Advent more meaningful and fruitful.
Question Corner: Can my son be baptized? December 4, 2024By Jenna Marie Cooper OSV News Filed Under: Commentary, Question Corner, Worship & Sacraments In a beautiful way, the church’s law in this area echoes the words of Jesus himself: “Let the children come to me, and do not prevent them; for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these” (Mt 19:14).
Gift ideas: Shopping for a six-foot stuffed goose? November 29, 2024By Rita Buettner Catholic Review Filed Under: Advent, Blog, Commentary, Open Window Christmas is coming, and ads are everywhere. My social media feed is full of gift suggestions that make me wonder who they think I’m buying gifts for this year.
Glenmary’s mission is to bring Catholic presence to ‘No Priest Land’ in rural areas of U.S. November 29, 2024By Charlie Camosy OSV News Filed Under: Commentary, Missions Father R. Aaron Wessman, the first vicar general and director of formation for the Glenmary Home Missioners, spoke with OSV News’ Charlie Camosy about the history and mission of the organization as well as its recent work in assisting victims of Hurricane Helene.
