A couple of recent papal statements, reinforcing his sense that the most important work that should be happening between religions concerns the well being of human beings, justice, and peace. From an address he gave to Greek Orthodox priests and seminarians in late February: We must confront the challenges that threaten faith, cultivate the spiritual…

Rumors.. Sources close the Holy See have indicated that Pope Benedict XVI is preparing his first social encyclical, which may be entitled “Labor Domini,” or, “The Work of the Lord.” According to the report, which has not yet been officially confirmed by the Holy See, the encyclical would present a Christian vision of human work…

I need to stop reading this stuff. Just too, too much. First off, Zadok the Roman on a spot in Rome associated with St. Phillip Neri that is open to the public only one day a year – today. Matthew at Shrine of the Holy Whapping picks up on the post and is then reminded…

Here’s a blog focused on the troubles of the John Paul II Cultural Center in DC, which includes commentary on the most recent news story on the place, in today’s Detroit Free Press: The second serious error cost the Center more than $500,000 unnecessarily. Ignoring the repeated warnings of the only professional museum staff member…

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