The word discernment has a central, even critically important place in the development of “The Joy of Love,” Pope Francis’ post-synodal apostolic exhortation on the family. In referring to discernment ...

My daughter was sexually abused by our neighbor (16 years of age). I had the impression that the abuser knew what he was doing because I cannot see any remorse in his actions and he has been exposed ...

Pope Francis at the Synod of on the family on Oct. 9. (CNS/Paul Haring) As with many aspects of Pope Francis’ leadership, his approach to the synod may best be understood through his background as a ...

After teaching college for nearly three decades, I’m at the point where I can boil down into a few words some of the most important qualities I see missing in too many students that, if developed and ...