Since the end of World War II, American conservatism has been characterized by a three-pronged coalition. The first prong emphasizes the virtues of a free economy, the second a strong military, and the third a faith, family, and flag social conservatism. The three prongs endure today, but they are . . . . Continue Reading »
In view of the archbishop’s impending retirement from the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, it seems appropriate to pay a debt of honor by offering some personal reflections. Continue Reading »
The preparatory document for the 2018 Synod on Young People ignores the many young Catholics today who are hungry for tradition and beauty. Continue Reading »
If Charles Chaput does not embody the spiritual and pastoral qualities the pope says he values in bishops, no one does. Continue Reading »
Published within months of each other, three books share the belief that traditional Christians are now a moral . . . . Continue Reading »
James K. A. Smith's attack on the so-called “new alarmism” is unfair and uncivil. Continue Reading »
Recent, ugly nonsense about those who supposedly cannot refrain from sinful sexual relations is pastoral cruelty disguised as kindness. The voice of Archbishop Chaput, by contrast, strikes a welcome and profound note of clarity and true compassion. Continue Reading »
The National Catholic Reporter reveals the shocking truth: Archbishop Charles Chaput is a Roman Catholic who takes the Catechism seriously. Who will rid us of such troublesome priests? Continue Reading »
Healing people’s wounds means counseling them with the love of Christ, but never misleading them with erroneous teachings or allowing them to abuse Holy Communion. Continue Reading »
A Catholic bishop recently became the first member of the hierarchy known to have met with Kim Davis. According to her account, the bishop thanked her for her courage, told her to “stay strong,” assured her of prayers, requested hers in return, and gave her and her husband rosaries. A few days . . . . Continue Reading »
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