by Thomas Reese, S.J. in NCR As everyone in the Catholic church gets ready to celebrate the canonization of Popes John XXIII and John Paul II, I feel like a party pooper because I think canonizing popes is a dumb idea. Saints are supposed to be models of sanctity for Christians to imitate, but who … Continue reading REFLECTION: John XXIII and John Paul II, united in heaven
REFLECTION: Two newest saints were voices for the voiceless
by Tony Magliano Saints Popes John XXIII and John Paul II prophetically raised their voices on behalf of the suffering masses. They spoke truth to power, and challenged all of us to advance the kingdom of God – a kingdom of love, justice and peace. St. John XXIII, affectionately known as “Good Pope John,” was … Continue reading REFLECTION: Two newest saints were voices for the voiceless