As we celebrate Martin Luther King Day on Monday, January 20, 2025, I offer this revised article, originally published in 1987, for your consideration.
We hold our breath five days ahead of Donald Trump’s inauguration – on the same day we remember Martin Luther King. Cardinal Timothy Dolan (“Trump’s altar boy,” said Bob Mickens on X) will open inaugural ceremonies. Our 88-year-old pope looks back on his life in a new autobiography, and begs readers to look to the future with hope.
The story of Cornelius reminds us that the Holy Spirit continues to guide the Church and its members toward greater tolerance and inclusion. How can I participate more fully in the community building work of the Holy Spirit?
We begin our new year with a look back and a look ahead. Trump’s election was peacefully certified Jan. 6. A national Day of Mourning for Jimmy Carter, Jan. 9. The Trump hush money pay-off sentencing is scheduled Jan 10. National Human Trafficking Awareness Day is Jan. 11. A “signed” bible (not by the Author but by Trump) goes on sale. McElroy goes to Washington! Commentators seek wisdom among hopes and fears for the Trump administration. Read on!
