By Father Joseph T. Merkt (Gianiculum Press, 2012) In the early church, ministers were called forth from the community, chosen because of their personal...
Arts & Culture
By Valerie Sayers (Northwestern University, 2013) Any novel in which the characters converse with Hall of Fame Yankee slugger Joe DiMaggio and his roommate...
Here are some interesting new book releases for September: September 2013 The Case for the Psalms: Why They Are Essential By N.T. Wright N.T. Wright, in...
Summer blockbusters may seem like mindless entertainment, but two of this year’s big films offered viewers more to chew on than popcorn. The ancient...
Directed by Joss Whedon (Lionsgate, 2013) After creating Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Firefly, Dr. Horrible, and successfully directing the latest Avengers films...
Vandaveer (Quack Media, 2013) Don’t mess around with guys named Willie. That’s the message in these Appalachian death ballads. Over and over in...
Even if you’re eligible for AARP, don’t be a snob about young adult fiction. It’s some of the most creative literature around. This spring I...
Yet another bout of end-times hysteria is sweeping the nation, or at least our flat screen TVs. But this time there’s a twist. In recent years the earth has...
Here are some interesting new book releases for August: August 2013 American Catholics in Transition By William V. D’Antonio, Michele Dillon, and Mary L...
Darius Rucker (Capitol Nashville, 2013) Put on your favorite pair of blue jeans and T-shirt, grab a glass of libations, and settle down for some reminiscing...
