I cheer for writers the way I cheer for the Red Sox. Once a writer – especially a nonfiction essayist – catches my eye, I’ll look for events where I can say “thank you” in person. Such a writer is Kathryn Jean Lopez, a journalist with a deep-rooted prolife commitment. When she appeared recently atContinue reading “Sparks of life and mercy”
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A week of observances: honoring MLK Jr., recalling Roe, seeking justice
Today is a federal holiday, honoring Martin Luther King, Jr. Later this week will be the 50th anniversary of the Roe v. Wade decision. This is the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity, an ecumenical project promoted by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops. The year’s theme is “Do Good; Seek Justice.” We included prayersContinue reading “A week of observances: honoring MLK Jr., recalling Roe, seeking justice”
Roe is behind us, and hard work is ahead of us
cross-posted at Leaven for the Loaf Today, the sun is setting on the era of Roe. The U.S. Supreme Court has issued its Dobbs opinion, and Roe v. Wade is overturned along with its successor Casey decision. Abortion regulation is to be left to the states. Peruse the giant-sized decision at your leisure. For those who want a deeper dive, I haveContinue reading “Roe is behind us, and hard work is ahead of us”
Ellen Kolb 