When we gather around the table — and ultimately around the altar — we rediscover that we belong to one another before we disagree with one another. Hospitality, rooted in Eucharistic charity, becomes a powerful antidote to the divisions that threaten to fracture our communion.

As a media literacy educator, I equip Catholics to be critical engagers of the media, countering the polarization present in online environments. Catholics are not exempt from this challenge; indeed, some unwittingly proliferate divisive content. Reflection, self-examination, and formation are more vital than ever to prevent the Gospel from being eclipsed by clickbait headlines or […]

“My research found that theological homogeneity within the presbyterate of a diocese did not predict unity. Rather, higher levels of unity and perceived mission vibrancy were strongly correlated with a bishop’s openness to engage theological diversity with transparency, consultation, and trust. Communion is strengthened not by eliminating differences, but by how leaders relate across them.” […]

The heart of salvation is communion: human beings across cultures, ages, and differences united together, loving each other, and loving God. The Communion Project truly assists the Church in bringing salvation to the world, that all might have the fullness of life. I am blessed to be part of this Project!

At a recent interfaith prayer service in solidarity with immigrants, I was inspired and challenged by a sign that read, “Love your neighbor—no exceptions!” This is our call to work for communion with all our sisters and brothers. The Communion Project is committed to overcoming the toxic polarization that has infected our society. Pope Leo […]

Few things are more important today in the Catholic Church in the United States than overcoming the division and polarization that sometimes takes root among Catholics. This bold, thoughtful and faithful project will help the church towards Jesus’s goal that we all “may be one.”