What Pope Leo's Chicago Can Still Teach the Rest of Us
Chicago loves claiming Pope Leo XIV as its own. What interests me more is the city he left behind, and the church that changed without waiting for him.
Why the Strait of Hormuz Crisis Feels So Personal to the Church
The people trapped at sea near Hormuz aren't symbols in a geopolitical standoff. They're workers, parents, and frightened human beings, and the Church is right to say their names.
Why Leo XIV's Meeting With Canterbury Felt Different
Pope Leo XIV's message to Anglicans wasn't flashy. That may be exactly why it matters.
Why Pope Leo's Cameroon Visit Might Matter After the Crowds
For a few days, even fighters stood down to welcome the pope. I keep thinking about what that says, and what it demands now.
Why 10 Republicans Broke Ranks on Haitians
The House just passed an unusual bipartisan bill to protect Haitians from deportation. I keep thinking less about the vote count and more about what kind of country needs pastors to beg for basic mercy.
I Didn't Expect This Stop to Matter So Much
At first glance, this looked like one more ceremonial stop. Then I kept thinking about Augustine, North Africa, and what the Church forgets too easily.