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FaithFaith and Reason
Richard J. Clifford
Christians may not be fully aware of the bloody history of anti-Semitism that was fueled in part by Christian anti-Judaism going back to the origins of Christianity.
Arts & CultureBooks
In 'The Uses of Idolatry,' William Cavanaugh begins to write us a new story through which we might better understand ourselves and our times.
FaithNews
The Catholic Register - OSV News
Following a Vatican-mandated investigation that found no evidence of sexual misconduct, Cardinal Gérald C. Lacroix is returning to his position as Quebec's archbishop and primate of Canada.
Arts & CultureCatholic Book Club
James T. Keane
President Joe Biden's decision not to seek re-election is surprising—but don't call it unprecedented. It happened once before, in 1968.
FaithSpeeches
Gloria Purvis
In her keynote address at the Eucharistic Congress, Gloria Purvis warned that disloyalty to Pope Francis, the sin of racism and putting political parties above God threaten the unity of the Catholic Church.
Close up shot of green olives, almonds and bread served on a dining table, to snack on as appetizer during a dinner party. (iStock/fotostorm)
FaithShort Take
Tim Busch
In face-to-face conversations, Catholics can disagree without being disagreeable, moving beyond caricatures to better understand each other’s humanity and heart.
FaithNews
Maria Wiering - OSV News
A Eucharistic pilgrimage from Indianapolis to Los Angeles is being planned for spring 2025, while congress organizers who had been discerning an 11th National Eucharistic Congress in 2033, are now considering planning the event even sooner.
FaithNews
Aleja Hertzler-McCain - Religion News Service
Dating while discerning religious vocations was just one topic discussed at an event that also included conversations about the best place to meet other single Catholics and today’s gender dynamics.
Politics & SocietyNews Analysis
Michael J. O’Loughlin
When I learned Joe Biden had dropped out of the race, my mind immediately shot back to Feb. 11, 2013, when another Catholic leader, Pope Benedict XVI shocked the world by announcing that he would voluntarily resign his post.
Pilgrims sing along with the Catholic musician Matt Maher during the July 20, 2024, revival night of the National Eucharistic Congress at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. (OSV News photo/Bob Roller)
FaithFaith in Focus
Paul Shelton, S.J.
It was stunning to see that the 10th National Eucharistic Congress had achieved one of its principal aims—Eucharistic coherence.
President Joe Biden speaks at a news conference on July 11, 2024, in Washington. President Joe Biden dropped out of the 2024 race for the White House on Sunday, July 21, ending his bid for reelection following a disastrous debate with Donald Trump that raised doubts about his fitness for office just four months before the election. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin, File)
Politics & SocietyNews
Colleen Long, Zeke Miller and Darlene Superville - Associated Press
President Joe Biden dropped out of the 2024 race for the White House on Sunday, ending his bid for reelection.
Archbishop Charles C. Thompson of Indianapolis greets congress-goers following the final Youth Mass of the National Eucharistic Congress on July 20, 2024. (OSV News photo/Gretchen R. Crowe)
FaithFaith in Focus
Eric Immel, S.J.
Discomfort disappeared as quickly as it had come, and I found a community of belonging and belief. We all have a place here at the National Eucharistic Congress.
FaithScripture Reflections
Kerry Weber
A Reflection for the Memorial of Sts. Joachim and Anne, Parents of the Blessed Virgin Mary, by Kerry Weber
FaithScripture Reflections
Julian Navarro
A Reflection for the Feast of St. James, Apostle, by Julian Navarro
FaithScripture Reflections
Cecilia González-Andrieu
A Reflection for Wednesday of the Sixteenth Week in Ordinary Time, by Cecilia González-Andrieu
FaithScripture Reflections
Connor Hartigan
A Reflection for Tuesday of the Sixteenth Week in Ordinary Time, by Connor Hartigan
FaithScripture Reflections
Delaney Coyne
A Reflection for the Feast of St. Mary Magdalene, by Delaney Coyne
FaithFaith in Focus
Joe Hoover, S.J.
Maybe the reformed hearts at the Eucharistic Congress will leave Indianapolis with a new attitude when faced with signs like “Deport Them All.”
Politics & SocietyShort Take
J.D. Long García
In his first speech since the attempted assassination of Donald Trump, the former president seemed humbled and sought to bring the country together. But can this person unite America?
Arts & CultureFilm
Colm O’Shea
Talented minds are implanting ideals in the inner landscapes of our young. We should be paying more attention.