Boston College is set to host a conference this weekend that will mark the largest gathering of Catholic leadership on a university campus in American history.
Professors Discuss Faith in Wake of Church Scandals
Four Boston College faculty members discussed faith in Catholicism in 2018 during a panel titled “Catholic Belonging in a Time of Scandal.”
Cardinal O’Malley a Part of U.S. Delegation Meeting with Pope Francis
Pope Francis has summoned Cardinal Daniel DiNardo, Archbishop José Gomez, Cardinal Seán O’Malley, and Monsignor Brian Bransfield to the Vatican for a meeting concerning the recent grand jury report detailing sexual abuse allegations against former Cardinal Theodore McCarrick, according to America magazine, a Jesuit publication. O’Malley’s inclusion is notable—he leads the Vatican’s commission for the protection of young people, is the archbishop of Boston, and often attends Boston College’s commencement exercises.
Bodies Are People, Too
Boston College embraces the Jesuit education of the person, but falls short in the education of the body. The University does nothing to encourage an understanding of healthy sexual relationships.
Pope Uses Theological Ethics To Inspire Students
Stephen Pope uses his background in service and social ethics to help students better serve their communities.