New Frederick Douglass biography makes the abolitionist a prime Black History Month feature

(COMMENTARY) A new biography on the famous African-American abolitionist explores his public and private life, including his Protestant (and anti-Catholic) faith.

Books, North America, Opinion, CultureRichard OstlingFebruary 7, 2019Richard Ostling, Frederick Douglass, black history month, black church, African American, abolitionist, slavery, reconstruction, Black History Month, Protestant, anti-Catholic, Christianity

Catholic Leah Libresco writes book for young believers turned accidental hermits

(COMMENTARY) Libresco wants to encourage Christian hospitality to go beyond typical young adult gatherings offering shallow chitchat over wine and cheese.

Religion, North America, Books, Opinion, CultureTerry MattinglyFebruary 6, 2019Terry Mattingly, Leah Libresco, Benedict Option, Rod Dreher, All Saint's Day, Catholicism, Benedict monk, solitude, St. Mary, feast day, community, Catholic, Christianity

An Apostate Iranian’s path to God

A review of the book From Fire, By Water, which recounts Sohrab Ahmari’s spiritual journey from revolutionary Iran to membership in the Communist Party before he finds a spiritual home in the Roman Catholic church.

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