WikiCommons In the West, the phenomenon of disaffection with historical religious traditions is increasingly spreading. In this sense, there has recently been talk of the “none”, that is, those who claim to have no religious affiliation. At the same time, we are witnessing the rapid affirmation of individual and community practices centered on inner refinement, … Read more
The former Brazilian president and favorite to win the elections on October 2, Luiz Inacio Lula da Silvacriticized this Wednesday the use of religion to do politics and denied that he is going to have a speech aimed at evangelical voters, a group in which President Jair Bolsonaro leads in public opinion polls, because he … Read more
Two elements are quite striking in the Belgian synthesis which will be sent to Rome. Above all, Catholics seem lost. They acknowledge not having “understanding, language, formation or faith necessary to enter into dialogue with others”. “In schools, proclamation is difficult […]. In the parish context, we don’t know how to address people who are … Read more
Dear Director, I propose to you my reflection on the Synod, starting with three passages of the Message to priests, deacons, consecrated men and women and all pastoral workers, sent by the CEI on 29 September last. The first concerns the nature of the Church and is taken from Pope Francis’ reflection on the Synod … Read more