I had the privilege of recruiting, and then appointing, Fr. Gustavo to the Department of Theology here at the University …
Jesuit scholar’s search for films’ ‘theology of horror’ finds the sacred in the screams
(OSV News) — Beneath the nation’s fascination with horror films — which translates into a multibillion-dollar industry — lurks a …
The Sacred Heart of the New Encyclical
When the beloved disciple reclined his head upon the breast of the Savior (John 13:23), he heard the beats of …
Host of new ‘The Rosary in a Year’ podcast hopes people ‘fall in love’ with the prayer
(OSV News) — A new podcast about the rosary promises to deepen listeners’ love of the Marian devotion and draw …
So Many Souls
This week’s poem in the Catholic Poetry Room is by Rose Anna Higashi. So Many SoulsA Reflection for All Soul’s …
Sacred Heart encyclical hailed as a ‘simple and powerful cure’ to rekindle love
(OSV News) — Pope Francis’ new encyclical on the Sacred Heart of Jesus is being hailed as “a simple and …
The Exorcist: Pedagogy of the Possessed
Whether through serendipity or the gentle hand of divine providence, I watched the two movies that decisively shaped my theological …
Ouija board, whose history is deeply rooted in Baltimore, isn’t innocent fun
BALTIMORE (OSV News) — As a part of his ministry as rector of the Baltimore Basilica, Father James Boric made …
Brief Candle: The Saint’s Life as Biblical Illumination
In a thirteenth-century manuscript of uncertain provenance, a historiated initial for Psalm 26 shows a crowned King David within the …
What is the church’s teaching on transgender issues?
Q: These days we hear so much about “trans people.” I expect our church is against the practice but I …