Joanne M. Pierce By this Author Jul 06, 2024 Before Pope Francis invited comedians to Vatican, humor had deep roots in Catholic tradition"Since antiquity," writes Joanne M. Pierce, "many theologians, preachers, monastics and other Christians have embraced the role of humor as a valuable part of Christian spirituality. May 06, 2022 Pope Francis' visit to Malta highlights the role of St. George Preca, an advocate for teaching the gospelPope Francis' two-day visit to the tiny European country of Malta put a spotlight on Malta's complicated history and important contemporary concerns. Oct 10, 2021 Catholic tradition of care for environment dates back centuries before Pope FrancisEvery pope for the past 50 years — except John Paul I, who died after a month in office — has spoken and written about environmental issues.
