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Dignity

Leo XIV's response to nihilism: Newman, light and hope for Catholic education

Pope Leo XIV proclaims Saint John Henry Newman a Doctor of the Church: a call to hope and to a humanizing Catholic education against nihilism.

«Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in heaven!» (Matthew 5:1-12a)

Rejoicing in the Eternal Promise — How to welcome the joy of the Beatitudes amidst our human weariness and transform our burdens into living confidence. A meditative and practical text that explains the Gospel context, analyzes the paradoxical joy of the Beatitudes, proposes three paths of transformation (poverty of heart, mercy, peace), concrete applications (family, work, society), patristic and contemporary resonances, a meditation prompt, a liturgical prayer, and an action plan for experiencing the promised joy today.

«War is never holy» When Rome celebrates 60 years of Nostra Aetate and chooses peace

In Rome, Pope Leo XIV celebrates the 60th anniversary of Nostra aetate: interreligious vigil at the Colosseum, call for peace and dialogue — «War is never holy».

“Should not this daughter of Abraham have been loosed from this bond on the Sabbath day?” (Luke 13:10-17)

Jesus heals the bent woman on the Sabbath: choosing mercy over legalism, calling to see and straighten the invisible.

“The prayer of the poor pierces the clouds” (Sir 35:15b-17, 20-22a)

Ben Sira 35: The prayer of the humble pierces the clouds - how God preferentially listens to the poor and calls us to perseverance and solidarity.

“The Spirit of him who raised Christ from the dead dwells in you” (Rom 8:1-11)

The Power of the Spirit: Discover how the Holy Spirit, who resurrected Christ, transforms your life today—freedom from condemnation, divine indwelling, and the promise of bodily resurrection. A spiritual journey and practical ways to experience the Resurrection in your daily life.

“Unless you repent, you will all likewise perish” (Luke 13:1-9)

In the face of tragedy and violence, Luke 13:1-9 reverses the logic of blame and issues a pressing call to conversion: not as a threat, but as a joyful urgency toward life. This article explains the historical context of Jesus' words, develops the meaning of metanoia as a passage from spiritual death to fruitfulness, specifies the concrete fruits of the Spirit, proposes a seven-step meditation process, weekly practices, and an intercessory prayer, and responds to contemporary objections about guilt, autonomy, and social engagement.

Land, housing and work are sacred rights: the revolutionary message of Leo XIV

Pope Leo XIV proclaimed that "land, housing, and work are sacred rights," calling on the Church and societies to defend dignity and social justice.

“Who will deliver me from this body which is leading me to death?” (Rom 7:18-25a)

Romans 7: Recognizing Inner Division and Welcoming Grace. Reading, theological context, analysis, and spiritual paths to experiencing liberation in Jesus Christ.

“Now, having been freed from sin, you have become slaves of God” (Rom 6:19-23)

Romans 6:19-23: Becoming a “slave of God” as true freedom—from sin to holiness, from shame to dignity, and the promise of eternal life.

“To whom much has been given, much will be required” (Lk 12:39-48)

Parable of the Faithful Steward (Luke 12:39-48): Transforming gifts and talents into vigilant responsibility. Meditation, practical applications, and prayer.

“Who will have what you have accumulated?” (Luke 12:13-21)

From Lk 12:13-21, this essay helps to unmask greed, cultivate poverty of heart and build an economy of sufficiency: spiritual benchmarks, practices and actions.

Leo XIV denounces a "collective failure" in the face of hunger and the use of food as a weapon

A landmark appeal A message from FAO headquarters At the headquarters of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, the voice of...

Saint Callistus I: the courage to forgive

Saint Callistus I, Pope of Mercy Saint Callistus I, sometimes written Callistus, remains one of the most prominent figures of the 3rd century Christian period. Slave...

“Blessed is the mother who bore you! Blessed rather are those who hear the word of God!” (Luke 11:27-28)

Meditation on Lk 11:27-28: Jesus refocuses the beatitude on listening and fidelity to the Word. Reading of the text, theological meaning, spiritual and pastoral implications, patristic resonances, guided meditation and concrete proposals for cultivating listening to the Word in the footsteps of Mary.

“Saving Africa by Africa”: Daniel Comboni’s Living Legacy

Saint Daniel Comboni joins us today not only as a historical example of missionary zeal, but as a brother in the faith who has...

“If I drive out demons by the finger of God, then the kingdom of God has come upon you” (Luke 11:15-26).

Luke 11:15–26 (October 10, 2025): Jesus casts out demons “with the finger of God”—meaning, context, danger of superficial conversion, call to discernment, community life, and social engagement. Prayers and pastoral suggestions to accompany a lasting faith.

Saint Denis and his companions: light of testimony, strength of communion

Saint Denis, Bishop of Paris, and his fellow martyrs hold a unique place in the Christian tradition of France. Their memory, inscribed in the...

Reflections on Christian Values Today

Reflections on contemporary Christian values are more essential than ever in a constantly changing world. As social and environmental challenges...

Reflections on the impact of faith in our lives

Reflections on the impact of faith in our modern lives reveal a fascinating phenomenon: despite technological advances and the rise of...