The Moral Case Against the TPP
The TPP doesn’t just put jobs at risk. It rewrites the rules of business for big corporations—just ask Pope Francis.
Solar-Powered Friars
The pope could inspire a green energy revolution among faith communities.
Converting the Fossil-Fuel Fundamentalists
Pope Francis is redefining the ongoing transition to greener energy as a moral and spiritual obligation.
Film: Love Free or Die
You’re invited to the IPS and Community Cinema [DC] preview about the first openly gay person to be elected bishop in the high church traditions of Christianity.
Pope Francis Has an Opportunity to Redeem Himself for His Sins of Omission During the Dirty War
Jorge Bergoglio may have acted cowardly during Argentina’s Dirty War, but at least he addresses the growing gap between the rich and poor.
Did the College of Cardinals Foresee the Dirty War Controversy?
Jorge Mario Bergoglio’s election to the papacy further tarnishes the position — and the Church.
Is It Time for an African Pope?
As pope, an African could provoke a subtle but important change in global attitudes toward Africa and focus more attention on a rising continent rich with promise and challenges alike.
Pennsylvania’s High-Profile Pedophile Scandals
The Penn State and Philadelphia archdiocese cases are parallel examples of two grand, exalted institutions fleeing their moral responsibilities.
Abortion Politics
Although its opposition to abortion and family planning probably won’t foment a landslide away from the Catholic Church, the steady erosion of membership is increasing.
Food Stamp Foolishness
Rep. Paul Ryan’s trying to justify his abuse of the poor with religious lip service.
The Freedom to Die with Dignity
Catholic hospitals follow an edict that requires them to override do-not-resuscitate orders.
Nuclear Deterrence: a Bridge Not Yet Crossed
Deterrence has long outlived its usefulness.
The Sixties Made Me Do It
What is it about confession that the Catholic hierarchy can’t seem to grasp?
Learning to Live with Pluralism
The Catholic Church in Latin America is no longer the only game in town.