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Resurrection: New Life in Christ – Right Now‍

QUESTION : What does Jesus’ resurrection have to do with my life right now? – Jacob John ANSWER : Jacob Parappally MSFS The resurrection of Jesus plainly means that he was experienced as alive after having been crucified and buried. In fact, the Christian faith is built on two foundational e

AN AWAKENING LETTER TO THE WORLD CONSCIENCE

QUESTION : Is Pope Francis’ recent letter addressing the US Bishops Conference, not an interference on the policies of an elected government? Has it any significance to the global community? – Jottin Jose ANSWER : Saji Mathew Kanayankal CST The letter of Pope Francis to the US Bishops published on 10 February 2025, condemning the […]

Rigid Mentality And Clerical Ostentation

QUESTION : In his newly published autobiography Hope, Pope Francis has taken a firm stance against what he describes as the “rigid” mentality and ostentatious dress of some conservative bishops and cardinals. According to the Pope, this “clerical ostentation” may sometimes mask “mental imbalance, emotional deviation, or behavioural difficulties.” The Pope argues that such practices […]

Authority, Authenticity and Obedience

QUESTION : There are many discussions on obedience-disobedience conflict within the sphere of Catholic Church. How should one understand it? – Ginson George, Bangalore ANSWER : Saji Mathew Kanayankal CST It is true that in Christian tradition, obedience is a central virtue which is related to the supernatural virtues of faith, hope and charity and […]

Religion in the Public Sphere

QUESTION : What is the role of religion in the public sphere? – Manoj Francis ANSWER : Jacob Parappally MSFS The public sphere is the shared space of individuals who engage in dialogue, cultural and political activities, and work together for the common good of a society or nation. Within this sphere, religion plays an […]

When Trump Triumphs Again

QUESTION : Donald Trump will take office as President of the United States of America for the second time on January 20. What will be its impact on global politics? – Jacqueline Thomas, Bangalore ANSWER: Saji Mathew Kanayankal CST Donald Trump 78, the oldest person ever elected to the presidency in the United States, is […]

Father Sahaya Thatheus Appointed Bishop of Simla- Chandigarh

Bishop Ignatius Mascarenhas Retires After 16 Years of Episcopal Ministry