Beyond reform: Why not close the Vatican bank?
Commentary: The Vatican bank remains a rich source of material for Italian journalists, conspiracy theorists and anyone else who wants to build a case for Vatican intrigue.
Aug 2-15, 2013
A revolution underway with Pope Francis
It's a good time to stand back and ask a few big-picture questions about Pope Francis' papacy and where it goes from here.
A look at marriage equality from a historical perspective
Opinion: The same-sex marriage debate is raging these days. Beneath the breakers runs a broad stream of little-known history that might bring calm.
Editorial: Congress' ideological battle hurts the neediest
We say: The rush for ideological purity in the Republican-controlled House has become so noxious it threatens the most basic safety net programs for our neediest citizens.
Theologians hope to bridge social, political divides
Divides still exist and we're still working to overcome them -- that was the message of 25 academics gathered in Berlin in June. And the divides are sometimes fundamental.
Lawyer monk a complex behind-the-scenes player
The Benedictine priest who long headed one of the organizations that brought the ire of the Vatican down on U.S. women religious is stepping down.
Author dispels some of Congress’ mystery
ACT OF CONGRESS: HOW AMERICA’S ESSENTIAL INSTITUTION WORKS, AND HOW IT DOESN’T
By Robert G. Kaiser
Published by Alfred A. Knopf, $27.95
All in all, we're in pretty good shape
Soul Seeing: In the months before my dad died, he gave his family an intensive course in soul seeing.
No human, even the Boston Marathon bombing suspect, is a monster
Essay: Rolling Stone has received a lot of pushback for its cover image. But here's why you should support its decision.
Editorial: Catholic voice for peace more urgent than ever
We say: In the face of many difficulties, the voice and role of Catholic peace leaders is as urgent as ever.
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In This Issue
August 2-15, 2013
- No human is a monster
- Editorial: Catholic voice for peace more urgent than ever
- A revolution underway
- [Print Edition Only] Special Section: Peace & Justice PREVIEW
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