As contradictions abound and even truth can seem expendable or only mildly interesting, it is worth asking why. Why does it sometimes feel as though the distinctions that once anchored judgment, the ...

Pope Francis greets the crowd during his general audience in St. Peter's Square at the Vatican Oct. 19, 2022. (CNS photo/Yara Nardi, Reuters) Below is the text of Pope Francis’ weekly Wednesday ...

This is an adapted excerpt from Emma Waters’ new book “Lead Like Jael: 7 Timeless Principles for Today’s Women of Faith,” out March 24 from Regnery Faith. Growing up in the pine-shadowed backroads of ...

Discernment of how the Spirit is leading the church is at the heart of Pope Francis' plans for the synod on synodality, but anyone who thinks discernment is easy is bound to get into trouble. It is ...

When I was a kid there was a story circulating (almost certainly apocryphal) about a young man caught in a dilemma. He knew two equally promising young women, but couldn't decide which to marry. One ...

Discernment helps make wise, thoughtful decisions in daily life. Pausing before reacting leads to clarity and better judgement. Discernment improves leadership, relationships, and productivity. Did ...