Politics
Republicans, Democrats alike still level threats at Iran
Despite the 2015 nuclear deal, both party platforms are more belligerent toward Iran than they were four years ago.
Parish
Sheep grazing at NYC church cemetery keep grounds tidy
Eco Catholic: The sheep -- Faith, Hope and Charity -- are the latest organic lawn mowers at the Basilica of St. Patrick's Old Cathedral in Lower Manhattan.
Accountability
Twin Cities' Hebda: Archdiocese's response to abuse allegations was failure, not a crime
"A failure, however, isn't the same as a crime. That is a legal question, not a moral question," said Archbishop Bernard Hebda, head of the St. Paul-Minneapolis archdiocese.
Vatican
Pope Francis treats homeless to pizza and swim at the beach
As millions around the world enjoy summer vacations, Pope Francis is providing a beach escape for those who cannot afford them.
World
Marian devotees in Vietnam urged to take responsibility for environment
Eco Catholic: Catholics in Vietnam's Vinh diocese who attended feast of the Assumption celebrations Monday were urged to help victims of marine pollution and to protect the environment.
People
Violence in Milwaukee unrest 'a self-inflicted wound,' says archbishop
Archbishop Jerome Listecki called the violence that broke out in Milwaukee as part of protests over the fatal police shooting of an African-American man "a self-inflicted wound."
Global Sisters Report
LCWR 2016: Assembly ends, there's a different kind of energy and grace
GSR Preview: After two days spent discerning the Spirit and the future of religious life, on Friday, LCWR membership reflected on the 2016 assembly and celebrated its leaders.
Theology
US Lutherans approve document recognizing agreement with Catholic church
The largest Lutheran denomination in the U.S. has approved a declaration recognizing "there are no longer church-dividing issues" on many points with the Roman Catholic church.
Media
Play portrays African-American women from Colonial era to Civil War
NCR Today: "I Will Speak for Myself," is a one-woman play giving voice to the stories of 11 women who were nurses, slaves, educators and activists in America.
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In This Issue
August 12-25, 2016
- Editorial: GOP must reject Trump, reclaim the party's dignity
- Custody of my eyes: Why I don't watch violent viral videos
- Americans need to have new conversations about death
- Special Section (subscribers only): Fall & Winter Listings