Opinion Pope Leo XIV is the first member of the Order of St. Augustine to be elected pope – but who are the Augustinians? Joanne M. Pierce May 28, 2025
Opinion Pope Francis filled the College of Cardinals with a diverse group of men – and they’ll be picking his successor Joanne M. Pierce April 28, 2025
Opinion In asking Trump to show mercy, Bishop Budde continues a long tradition of Christian leaders ‘speaking truth to power’ Joanne M. Pierce January 29, 2025
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Opinion Childless women − cat ladies or not − have long played key roles in the Catholic Church Joanne M. Pierce July 31, 2024
Opinion What the Catholic Church says about political violence and the need to forgive – even would-be assassins Joanne M. Pierce July 18, 2024
Opinion Pope Francis may have surprised many by inviting comedians to the Vatican, but the value of humor has deep roots in Catholic tradition Joanne M. Pierce June 27, 2024
Opinion Pope Francis has appointed 21 new cardinals – an expert on medieval Christianity explains what it means for the future of the Catholic Church Joanne M. Pierce October 2, 2023
