In the Catholic understanding, priesthood is not simply a job that a someone can be fired from. Ordination is a deeply spiritual ceremony that is believed to transfer the power of the Holy Spirit.
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The term refers to passages in the Christian gospels, in which Jesus urges his apostles to make ‘disciples of all nations.’ Later, it became a prime motivator of missionary efforts.
For many who know someone who has lost a loved one, it can be hard to know what to say or how to respond. For those who have lost a loved one, the silence can be deafening. Some things to keep in mind.
El Papa Francisco asegura que la pena de muerte viola la dignidad de la persona. Esto podría profundizar un debate entre cristianos que sustentan diferentes opiniones.
Pope Francis has said that death penalty violates the dignity of a person. But, this might just deepen the debate among Christians, who for a long time have been divided over the issue.
Populasi global terus meningkat dengan pesat. Apa artinya bagi generasi masa depan?
La población mundial crece cada vez más rápido. ¿Qué consecuencias tendrá para las futuras generaciones?
Throughout Catholic history, miracles have been attributed to Virgin Mary’s power. She is understood to cry not only over the sins of the world, but over the pain she experienced in her earthly life.
Different cultural groups respond with numerous, often conflicting, answers to questions about life after death. An expert explains the Christian idea of heaven.
Donald Trump’s coziness with Vladimir Putin and his antagonism toward Europe is making the Russian leader look good to his countrymen and former adversaries across Europe. And Trump is looking bad.
The global population is climbing faster and faster. What will this mean for future generations?
Most religions have a fundamental belief that all human life belongs to God.
Who’s really benefiting from a health care system that provides free or low-cost plastic surgeries for the poor?
The meaning of hell might have changed over the centuries, but for devout Christians it remains a core part of their faith.
Popes are not infallible, yet apologies are rare.
A scholar explains the popular use of the label ‘cult,’ and what makes it problematic.
The result of Russia’s upcoming election is already known: President Vladimir Putin will be re-elected. Will he be content to be a lame duck, or will he undermine democracy to suit his ambition?
The cycle of overpromising and disappointment has left donors, politicians and policymakers of all stripes looking to improve K-12 public schooling with an underwhelming track record.
The cycle of overpromising and disappointment has left donors, politicians and policymakers looking to improve K-12 public schooling with an underwhelming track record.
Labels for boutique beers made by giant corporations may give the impression that a tiny craft brewery slapped them on the bottles. That confusion is by design.
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Associate Professor, Political Science, College of the Holy Cross
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Kraft-Hiatt Professor in Judaic Studies, College of the Holy Cross
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Associate Professor of Anthropology, College of the Holy Cross
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Lecturer of History, College of the Holy Cross
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Associate Professor of History, College of the Holy Cross
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Professor, Political Science Department, College of the Holy Cross
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Associate Professor of Chinese Studies, College of the Holy Cross
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Professor Emerita of Religious Studies, College of the Holy Cross
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Professor of Religious Studies, College of the Holy Cross
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Associate Professor of Russian Studies, College of the Holy Cross
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Associate Professor of Theatre, College of the Holy Cross
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Professor of Classics, College of the Holy Cross
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Professor of Economics and Accounting, College of the Holy Cross
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Distinguished Professor of Humanities Emerita, Visual Arts, College of the Holy Cross
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Associate Professor of Religious Studies, College of the Holy Cross
