I’ve been feeling a lot of gratitude lately for the religious diversity I’ve experienced in my life. With an Irish Catholic mother from Pittsburgh and a United Methodist father from Alabama, I grew up ...

Compassion identifies our emotional response of care for those who are suffering. The word itself literally means “suffering with,” and it is through compassion that we express the desire to help ...

There’s an old story about a boy who, having grown up at the edge of a wide river, spent his childhood learning to build rafts. When the boy became a man, he cut down some trees, tied them together ...

Illegal immigration and border security are once again in the headlines as President Trump takes office. Americans are tired of dealing with a broken immigration system and an equally broken Congress ...

Teenage depression and suicidal thoughts are at an all-time high, prompting concerns about adequate preparation for life's challenges. Schools should prioritize mental health education and support ...

Easter evening, after reading that Pope Francis had briefly met with Vice President J.D. Vance that day, my husband and I traded memories of Francis’ unique ministry. Warren remembered him washing the ...

Core values serve as guiding principles that shape our attitudes, actions, and decisions. According to psychological research, values are fundamental beliefs that guide our choices and behaviors. They ...

The state’s Department of Developmental Services’ Fitchburg office recently bid farewell to a longtime and dedicated employee, Leonard (Lenny) Beaton, who helped improve care for the disabled over the ...