By Michael Patrick O’Brien– At various times in my life, I have been both a Republican and a Democrat. With this bipartisan (some might say confused) background, I read with…
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By Gary Topping– This posting is actually about a movie, but I want to begin by recommending a wonderful—and relevant—book: Philip Jenkins, The New Anti-Catholicism: The Last Acceptable Prejudice (Oxford,…
By Michael Patrick O’Brien– Florence is a lovely place to visit anytime of the year. Being in Italy during Easter five years ago with my whole family, however, was unforgettable.…
By Gary Topping– Since the very early years of Christianity, the religious life has been considered a model for all Christians, the most perfect Christian way of life possible outside…
By Michael Patrick O’Brien– For years, on Holy Thursday, I have watched the commemoration of the Last Supper, including the washing of the feet, when the local Catholic priest re-enacts…
By Jathan Janove (Guest Contributor)– (This article was originally published at https://www.businessmanagementdaily.com/44938/whats-in-your-well-a-successful-conflict-resolution-story) Whatever your belief system, you can sometimes find useful stories in the bible. Here’s one on creating lasting…
By Jean Welch Hill– (This article was originally printed in The Intermountain Catholic on 3/16/18) Per the Utah Constitution, the state Legislature must end its session at midnight on the…
By Connie Platis Saccomanno (Guest Contributor)– Growing up with my Greek grandmother (Yaya) Fatini “Foto” Lambrinos Liapis was a very educational, exciting, loving and happy experience. Her Greek Orthodox religion…
By Gary Topping– Michael Gerson, columnist for the Washington Post, has an article in the current Atlantic which will be of interest to readers of this blog who discuss “church,…
By Michael Patrick O’Brien– Reading about historical events is one of my favorite hobbies. In March especially, I enjoy reading about all things Irish. In this spirit, I recently read…