Eugene Kennedy, Teacher and Friend
His writings would "make a saint smile"
William Van Ornum
Latest articles by William Van Ornum
Does Thomas Merton’s Affair Disqualify Him as a Spiritual Guide?
A look at his weaknesses and our own
Archbishop-elect Cupich Follows in the Footsteps of Some Remarkable Men
In the Past 50 Years, Four Chicago Cardinals Left a Distinctive Mark on the See
One Family’s Ordeal with Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome
With one click to share you can help bring attention and research funding for this devastating disorder.
Neurological Care for the Developmentally Disabled
We've come a long way since the scandal of Willowbrook, but there's so much more we can do.
Vatican Stamps–Those Tiny Evangelizers
Each month the Vatican's Philatelist Office issues remarkable stamps.
The Seekers’ 50th Anniversary: I’ll Never Find Another You
An interview with The Seeker's lead singer, Judith Durham, reveals one class act.
What the Young Can Teach Us About Living the Gospel
Practice the Faith, don't just preach it.
The Genocide of Sensitive Men
Boys with Klinefelter syndrome are being aborted due to ignorance and false assumptions.
Meet Fr. Gerry—a “Jesuit’s Jesuit”
Since entering the Society of Jesus 47 years ago today, Fr. Gerald Blaszczak has had a remarkable career.
The Crisis in Ukraine: An Interview with Sergei Khrushchev
Nikita's son talks about the Malaysia Airlines Flight 17, Crimea, and whether we're headed for a new Cold War.
Unaffected by Alcohol Abuse? Think Again.
If you could prevent "preventable deaths," would you?
The Devil in the Details of Everyday Life
Great saints and martyrs learned how to do battle with satan on the field of their daily life.
The Church’s 911 Force
The Order of Malta goes any place, any time.
Cubs Theology
Lessons learned at Wrigley Field--the heroes, humor and hope in the midst of the Cubs' adversity.
Christian Heroes with Chinks in their Armor
Lessons in humility and vigilance from some best-loved Christian writers.
Intersex: A No Man’s Land, Theologically Speaking
In a world where God "created male and female" where do intersex Catholics belong?
One of the Most Important Catholic Biblical Scholars You’ve Never Heard Of
But you’ve almost definitely read his work before...
Should the Isla Vista Shooter Have Been Forced to Take Meds?
A psychologist explains the physical and moral dangers of mandated medication.
Mandated Meds: Yes or No?
The Catholic approach to mental illness.