Theologians' Corner - We have imagined the Ascension as a vertical liftoff event: Jesus goes up, and we stay behind. This vision reinforces a dangerous dualism: the sacred vs. the profane, heaven vs. earth, God vs. humanity.
To mark Pope Leo XIV's first year, Theologians' Corner convenes four sister theologians from around the world to reflect on his efforts to address abuse, strengthen accountability, and advance reform in the church.
"In religious life, forgiveness has a concrete face: the sister I share my life with. That makes it more real, but also more demanding," writes Sr. Adriana Perez.
We hear and see little to shock us into feeling the destruction and human toll of the attack on Iran. Modern warfare hides the suffering and masks what is really happening in choosing war as the way to resolve conflict.
Theologians' Corner - It is unsurprising that Jesus chose the shepherd as an image of his care for his people. Those who heard it would know how important the shepherd is for the well-being of the entire community.