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Baptism, Footwashing, and Mission | One Body
Nicholas Jesson
February 26, 2026
Ecumenical dialogues have noted how baptism and footwashing are distinct but related: while only baptism is a sacrament of salvation, they both use water, and more deeply they are both means by which God empowers the faithful for service and mission in the world. ...read more
As I reflect on John Allen's legacy, I think about the way his commitment to clear, accessible, and truthful reporting calls us all to deepen our understanding of our neighbours and their perspectives – especially when we disagree with them. ...read more
Dilexi Te, Pope Leo XIV's exhortation on love for the poor, begins with a call to reach out and listen in love. ...read more
The Jar of Kindness brings charitable almsgiving into daily life in an accessible way. It reminds us that generosity is not only financial. ...read more
Jesus is calling! Let's begin this Lenten season and get ready for Easter with this Children's Liturgy of the Word for Ash Wednesday. ...read more
At this crucial moment in the life of the Church and the world, it's worth refreshing our collective memory about the significance of Vatican II. ...read more