BLOG: Deacon Ed Shoener
Beginning today, the casket containing the remains of St. John XXIII will arrive in Bergamo & the town of Sotto il Monte for an 18-day pilgrimage. Here are ten quotes that give some insight into the great humility and trust in God that characterized his life. ...read more
Phyllis Zagano, senior research associate-in-residence at Hofstra University in Hempstead, New York, reflects on the Met "Catholic" exhibit. ...read more
Sebastian Gomes talks about and reflects on a new and complex story with far-reaching implications. Read his reflection: 'The Chilean crisis: Lessons on reform and leadership from Pope Francis.' ...read more
Read the full text of Pope Francis' Homily in commemoration of the Solemnity of Pentecost. The Holy Father gives us his thoughts and words on this celebration of new life. ...read more
Read Kristina Glicksman's Reflection for Pentecost Sunday: Transformed By Fire about the power of the Holy Spirit to change our lives especially during this celebration of life and transformation. ...read more
Last week we saw that Confirmation is not just about being mature enough to know that we want to be Catholic, and we reviewed the Gifts of the Holy Spirit, but we didn’t really explain what Confirmation is really about. Perhaps now is the time to speak about Pentecost. You can’t talk about confirmation without ...read more
Deacon Pedro reflects on his first experience with the Holy Spirit, and the true meaning of Pentecost. ...read more
Read a review from Richard Valenti, Salt+Light's Senior Editor, who attended an advance screening of "Pope Francis – A Man of His Word." ...read more
Read the Message of Pope Francis for the 92nd World Mission Day: 'Together with young people, let us bring the Gospel to all.' ...read more
Several Salt + Light staff members attended an advance screening of the film Pope Francis – A Man of His Word. Here are some of their thoughts. ...read more