Our Catholic liturgy during the triduum discloses the essence of the faith, the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Columnist Michael Sean Winters asks: Why only read about it, when you can participate in it?
The latest news on active nonviolence: At least 20 arrested in peace walk to Nevada National Security Site; mayor pushes back on sanctuary; retreatants stand "with the crucified Christ today."
Distinctly Catholic: Instead of his usual political news and commentary roundup, Michael Sean Winters provides required listening for this Easter triduum.
Before washing the feet of 12 prisoners, Pope Francis told them and hundreds of inmates to remember that Jesus constantly stands before them with love, ready to cleanse their sins and forgive them.
Distinctly Catholic: What keeps us from the wonderment at these events that so characterized the early followers of Jesus? What prevents us from the depth of conversion they had?