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Updated monthly – Climate change books that can inspire, inform, and guide
If you’re interested in a deeper look at our common home, the crisis it’s facing, and our calling to help, the AUSCP recommends the following reading. Climate Church, Climate World: How People of Faith Must Work for Change By: Jim Antal Learn MoreA Life on Our Planet: My Witness Statement…
Germany Takes the Synodal Path, as bishops bless same sex unions
This was no surreptitious, underground initiative. Indeed, many of the ceremonies were held in front of the cameras of state-owned media, under the banner of the movement Liebe Gewinnt (Love Wins). Nor was this an anti-Catholic or anti-Christian protest; the blessings were understood as an act of ecclesial reappropriation.
Wise and holy Memorial Day lessons– dare we learn?
By Tony Magliano Memorial Day in the U.S. – the last Monday in May – is a time when Americans honor U.S. combatants killed in wars. It is a day of intense nationalism with lots of flag waving accompanied with a perceived need for military strength – even superiority. But…
Can the US church manage the synodal path?
Michael Sean Winters examines the possibilities
Wisdom Wednesday | May 26th
This week, on the occasion of his murder, we seek wisdom in a Good Friday reflection on the “Seven Last Words” of George Floyd, published by the AME Church. The Communion conflict continues. Pope Francis insists on synodality. An AUSCP member pushes a peace tax. Plus, we found a delightful TikTok video by some religious sisters.





