“We don’t see things as they are. We see things as we are.” — Rav Shmuel in the Talmud Is it possible to perceive things “as they are,” or are all our perceptions distorted by the limitations of our ...

When advice like “just pray more” is given as dismissal rather than comfort, spiritual care turns into an emotional bypass.

Anton Meemana, Catholic Professor describes Benedict XVI’s pontificate "a stupendous work of God." The Pope emeritus has promoted and expanded the scope of the evangelizing mission because of his ...

Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The First Church of Christ, Scientist, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The church publishes the ...

"Throughout time, there have always been those that need help and those that give help. Sometimes we are the ones in need of help and other times we are the helper. It is in this giving and receiving ...

The world united in mourning on Monday, April 21, as news broke of the passing of Pope Francis, the 266th pontiff of the Roman Catholic Church. Known for his humility, compassion, and deep commitment ...

Measuring meekness can help the church as long as we remember the only One who had something to brag about. We all know we shouldn’t text as we drive. Or more precisely, we all know other people ...

In Hindu mythology, gods and goddesses are often shown riding vahanas, or divine vehicles. At first glance, these vahanas, animals or birds they might seem like simple companions or symbols of power.