On Some Problems with Political Discourse

Posted by Rev. Christopher Justin Brophy, O.P. on Oct 8, 2020 7:01:00 AM

There are several angles by which a Catholic political theorist might consider the upcoming presidential election. I suppose that as a Dominican, a member of the Order of Preachers, it only makes sense to hone in on the issue of speech. The state of our political discourse certainly stands at the center of our collective discontent with respect to our political climate. In this three-part series leading up to the election, I’d like to (1) diagnose some of the problems with our political discourse, (2) explain what political discourse is for a Catholic, and (3) consider what a Christian might hope for from politics.

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Topics: communication, technology, Politics, social media, election 2020

Monday Motivation: Weekly Resources

Posted by The Editors on Sep 21, 2020 11:49:52 AM

Looking for new ideas or resources to engage your faith or your ministry? Here are our weekly curated links, including offerings in each of the following categories: Prayer for the Home, Educational Opportunities, Resources (for ministers, educators, parents, etc.), and Flourishing and Fun.

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Topics: technology, Scripture, lectio divina, youth ministry, coronavirus, COVID-19 Resources, Monday Motivation Weekly Resources, anti-racism

Monday Motivation: Weekly Resources

Posted by The Editors on Jun 15, 2020 3:33:58 PM

Looking for new ideas or resources to engage your faith or your ministry? Here are our weekly curated links, including offerings in each of the following categories: Prayer for the Home, Educational Opportunities, Resources (for ministers, educators, parents, etc.), and Flourishing and Fun.

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Topics: devotional prayer, technology, Sacred Heart of Jesus, COVID-19 Resources, Monday Motivation Weekly Resources

Monday Motivation: Weekly Resources

Posted by The Editors on Apr 27, 2020 10:41:54 AM

Looking for new ideas or resources to engage your faith or your ministry? Here are our weekly curated links, including offerings in each of the following categories: Prayer for the Home, Educational Opportunities, Resources (for ministers, educators, parents, etc.), and Flourishing and Fun.

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Topics: catechesis, technology, Pope Francis, teaching resources, Catolicismo hispano, COVID-19 Resources, Monday Motivation Weekly Resources, mental health

How swapping apps on my phone changed my prayer life

Posted by Teresa Coda on Jun 27, 2019 7:00:00 AM

Since I first learned the concept of goal setting in fourth grade P.E. class, I’ve been obsessed. New Years, birthdays, beginnings of seasons, the first day of the month: you name the new beginning and I’m there crafting a page of resolutions, a bucket list or a series of S.M.A.R.T. goals around it. I like goal setting because it helps me manage my time in a way that aligns with my values, and it provides me with positive ends to work towards and a sense of accomplishment when I’ve met those ends.

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Topics: Culture, prayer, technology, media

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