The Catholic Case for Secession?
Can a Catholic support the idea of secession?
How Great was John Paul II?
John Paul II was a “rockstar” pope adored by millions in his lifetime. But some sad truths have led many Catholics to reassess John Paul II’s legacy.
The Troubling Kinship of Bishop Barron and Father Martin
Sadly, most conservative Catholic leaders like Bishop Barron are functionally similar to liberal Catholic leaders like Father Martin.
Never Say Never: Why I’m Voting for Trump
Early in the 2016 presidential primary season, I declared that I would never vote for Donald Trump. I’ve changed my mind.
Covid-19 and the Limits of Obedience
Calls to obey Covid-19 mandates have shown a misunderstanding of the virtue of obedience.
When Bishops Lose Their Authority
While on the scaffold awaiting his execution, St. Thomas More famously declared, “I die the king’s faithful servant, but God’s first.” Throughout the controversy surrounding King Henry’s divorce and remarriage, More was adamant about one thing...
Evangelization, Vatican II, and Censorship
Related: Podcast Episode 25: Can a Catholic Question Vatican II? Evangelization can be frustrating. After 25 years evangelizing in my personal life and in official roles with the Church, including as a diocesan Director of Evangelization, I know...
Applying Catholic Social Teaching is the Duty of Laymen
In baseball, there are “unwritten rules.” They cover things like how you react after hitting a home run, what you do after your star player is hit by a pitch, and whether you can bunt in the late innings of a no-hitter. As the name suggests...
