Are we just checking the box?
Catholic schools are at their best when they help bring the Gospel to life -- not simply by teaching Scripture and what the Church believes, but by making the Gospel and Church teaching accessible. Each ...
Choosing respect in complex times
Last fall, the Archdiocese of Chicago announced its intention to honor Sen. Richard Durbin for his work on immigration. The senator's approach was clearly in line with the principles of Catholic Social ...
A little perspective at Christmas
Five hundred and fifty words. This is the minimum required to fill this section of The Pilot, which was due three days ago. My brain has been spinning. The stress of year-end and the fear of letting down ...
Let gratitude lead us through the holidays
Moments before writing this piece, a driver blew through a red light as I started to cross the street. I proceeded to express my frustration, as did the driver, who let me know I was number one (although ...
A new opportunity to support Catholic education
Every student has a story. At the Catholic Schools Foundation (CSF), we are privileged to witness thousands of stories each year -- stories of perseverance, faith, and hope. These stories are made possible ...
'Overcome evil with good'
I am not a biblical scholar, unless Scripture class in my Junior year at Boston College High School counts, which I am fairly sure it does not. However, I do have an appreciation for Scripture and there ...
The city of hope
Every day, I open the Catholic Schools Foundation database, and thousands of names are at my fingertips. These are the names of generous donors who believe that Catholic education changes lives, as well ...
Lessons from a viral moment
Unless this is the first time you are engaging in any media since July 16, then you are aware of the now infamous "Kiss Cam" incident during the Coldplay concert at Gillette Stadium. If you are not aware ...
