Israel’s strike against Iran proves that the Western love of life is not our weakness, but our strength. And a means toward responsible statecraft.

The late Pope Francis failed to represent the best of his tradition’s teaching on war and martial responsibility. It is crucial that Leo XIV rectifies this.

The victory in Europe was made possible by character, resolve, and capability of the Allied warrior. Such virtues were needed then. They are needed still.

The crucifixion of Jesus Christ on the cross is the greatest expression in all time of the moral injury between God and humanity.

Peter Paul Ruben’s extraordinary “Raising of the Cross” helps reflect on Divine love, human flourishing, and the weight of glory.

Maundy Thursday has much to say both about the location of human flourishing and the role violence might play in it.

Christ’s treatment of Judas, despite his betrayal, illustrates the Divine Love that was willing to bring human beings into being despite the risks. Because that’s what love does.

Holy Tuesday is about preparation, endurance, and hope despite the grim realities around us. In the face of the certainty of death, we are shown how best to live.

The cleansing of the temple reveals the character of our Messiah and is a model for those who would follow him.