Distant Churches and the Isolated Poor: Lessons from Katrina, Ten Years Later
In 1995, the first of the Left Behind series was published—a hugely successful franchise that…
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Georgetown Poverty Summit Impoverished on Women in More Ways Than One
You can’t silo the “family side of the problem” from the economic side—they’re two sides of the same coin.
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Let Us Now Praise Wealthy Men? Structural Poverty, Religiously (Re)Considered
Joerg Rieger, a leading theological thinker in relation to economic injustice, is also a principal presenter…
Read MoreGoogle Data Reveal Poor Have An Interest Above “Dark” Religion
The estimable David Leonhardt made a media thing happen over the past few days with…
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What The Church Needs More Than a ‘Good Pope’
As many have noted, Pope Francis’s latest interview offers a refreshing departure from his predecessors despite, among other things, the pope’s dubious perspective on women. But rather than more emphasis on Good Pope Francis, there’s another upside to wish for.
Read MorePope Francis, the Bouncer
That long-ago training might yet come in handy.
Read MoreThe End of the Catholic Church’s Pelvic Zone Orthodoxy
Viva il Papa!
Read MoreNew Book: God Favors Supply-Side Economics
As budget cuts are hotly debated in the House, Godonomics comes along to tell us “what the Almighty says about the almighty dollar.” Finally.
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Just What Kind of Revolution is Francis Calling For?
Francis is attempting to bridge two pastoral approaches, evangelization and a preferential option for the poor, that have been at odds with each other in the Global South. But will he accomplish either?
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Will Francis’ Statements on Women and Gays ‘Make a Mess’ Inside the Church?
Pope Francis turned heads with statements that suggest a course correction in the church’s attitude toward gays and women, but ultimately it’ll be what ministry, decision-making power, and moral authority women share that will answer the question.
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