January 26, 2023

In interview, pope says criticism is annoying, but can be helpful

OSV News January 26, 2023

VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Public criticism by cardinals and bishops is annoying — “like a rash that bothers you a bit,” Pope Francis said — but differences need to be aired and criticism can be helpful, he told the Associated ...

Notes from a Friar: Do Animals Go To Heaven?

Jim Van Vurst, OFM January 26, 2023

In Genesis 1:31, it reads: “God looked at everything he had made, and he found it very good.” Indeed, all that God does is truly good. And among those good works are humans, animals, and plants. God is life itself, ...

Treat People Like Angels

Bruce Epperly January 26, 2023

Reflect Mystic and activist Dorothy Day remarked that “I speak to people as if they were angels.” See the best in others, be the best to others, and bring out the best in others. Each encounter is an opportunity to ...

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