Wisdom Wednesdays
Catholic Perspectives on Faith, Culture, and Politics
Resplendent and unfading is Wisdom, and she is readily perceived by those who love her, and found by those who seek her,” Book of Wisdom, 6:12
We pray, as Saint Paul prayed for the Ephesians, that you may receive “a spirit of wisdom and revelation.” Visit with us each Wednesday as we seek the wisdom of many witnesses to the whirl of faith, culture and politics. May God be with us!
Past weekly roundups of news in faith, politics, and culture
Wisdom Wednesday | May 6th
Some seldom spoken words lead our search for wisdom in the world of culture, politics and religion. For example, the USA TODAY Network spoke with Catholics nationwide about their views…
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Welcome to Wisdom Wednesday, with a caution: We will begin with some classic deflection. Pope Leo said “Jesus does not listen to prayers of those who wage wars.” The White…
Click to ReadWisdom Wednesday | March 25
Welcome to Wisdom Wednesday, approaching Holy Week 2026. As Lent ends and you reflect –perhaps with Deutero-Isaiah’s servant song, “Who would believe what we have heard?” or with Burt Bacharach’s…
Click to ReadWisdom Wednesday | March 18
We cover Pope Leo’s call for ceasefire amidst evacuations in the Middle East. We also recognize that in times of war and injustice, you may be seeking relief. We offer…
Click to ReadWisdom Wednesday | March 11
“War is not a video game.” Cardinal Blase Cupich issues a blunt statement trying to change the U.S. depiction of war against Iran as video entertainment. Vatican diplomat Archbishop Caccia…
Click to ReadWisdom Wednesday | March 4
Pope Leo XIV Laments “War Again” and says “Violence is never the right choice.” Defense Secretary Hegseth says “Christ is King” and Trump’s actions are “biblical.” Welcome to Wisdom Wednesday.…
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