Accepting the 38th Liberty Medal from the U.S. National Constitution Center, Pope Leo prayed that the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States would be an occasion for a solemn recommitment to the fundamental ideals on which the country was founded, especially life and freedom.
The Atlantic graciously invited an essay from me on the new papal encyclical, but (as sometimes happens) we couldn't agree on an edited version. So I'm publishing it here. And a🧵with a handful of key points follows below.
https://t.co/Ee4D9JvNyI
We congratulate the newest auxiliary bishops for the @WashArchdiocese! We offer our support and prayers as they begin their new ministry. And our prayers go with Bishop Evelio Menjivar, now Bishop-designate of @DWC1850, and Bishop Roy Campbell, whose retirement has been accepted.
NEW: How college students who study war view Trump’s Iran taunts
When you’re studying Just War and moral theology, how do you understand this moment? https://t.co/67cOYPG4vb
@BillyAtwell@CaineComms Fr. Charles' job is to provide daily pastoral care at 1 location. The Cardinal runs an archdiocese so a little different. The @cathstan is a great resource to follow his incredibly deep listening & pastoral leadership. Sometimes being a listener is the most powerful.
@martyweilwapost@paulschwartzman@martyweilwapost I will so miss your writing. You have a unique gift. I can usually tell when it’s something you’ve written because you have such a great way with words.
@mfjlewis@ron_selgrath There is a canonical decree to give a dispensation from the obligation of Mass. You just usually don’t see the actual document, but get the condensed version: if you can’t get to Mass safely, be prudent.
@jae_journalist captured John Allen so well in this obit. John put in the time to really learn - and then explain - the Vatican. A great gift. Thank you John. Eternal rest … - https://t.co/1lALH16ZP3