Reflections on life, meaning and purpose

Is it Rational to Believe in Miracles?

Julius Sergius von Klever Christ Walking on the Water. A recent conference in Rome communicated that while miracles may seem irrational if viewed solely through the lens of natural causality, they remain a profound reality in the context of faith and God’s transcending omnipotence.

How to Send the Pope a Letter – And Why You Might Get a Response!

The bishop of Rome is the universal pastor of the whole Church. He’s also traditionally called the Servant of the Servants of God. This means you can feel free to try to contact him! Combined with the fact that he is known to respond to people personally–sometimes even calling them on the phone – you may wonder […]

Pope Francis highlights importance of prudence, calls for end to war

Pope Francis waves to pilgrims gathered in St. Peter’s Square for his Wednesday general audience on March 20, 2024. / Credit: Vatican Media Rome Newsroom, Mar 20, 2024 / 12:50 pm (CNA). Pope Francis on Wednesday reflected on the virtue of prudence, noting that it is an essential characteristic for good governance, an observation he […]

Ballot initiative in Nebraska would prohibit abortion after 12 weeks

Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen signed into law a 12-week abortion ban and a ban on transgender surgery on minors on May 22, 2023. / Credit: Courtesy of the Office of the Governor of Nebraska CNA Staff, Mar 20, 2024 / 13:50 pm (CNA). A recently proposed pro-life ballot measure would make Nebraska the first state […]