I live near Amish communities in northern Indiana and I have the greatest respect for such faithful people. They attempt to live their faith more fully by separating themselves, as far as possible, from the wider culture and its influences.… — John I. Jenkins Copy Share Image
We are called to serve the common good by engaging with political and other institutions, even in our pluralistic society. We bring to that… — John I. Jenkins Copy Share
Though the archbishop may rightly argue that they are objectively wrong in their positions, I don't understand how he can presume to know the… — John I. Jenkins Copy Share
Best thing about Al Smith dinner: Cardinal Dolan got the candidates together for a brief prayer before going out on the stage. — John I. Jenkins Copy Share
I have reflected a great deal on that event, and continue to do so. I cannot give you a complete answer in a few… — John I. Jenkins Copy Share
Pope Francis has taught us by his example how we can witness with our lives and actions to our faith and moral principles, but… — John I. Jenkins Copy Share
[Pope Francis] has done this not through angry speeches, but through the powerful symbols and examples of embracing a badly deformed man, welcoming refugees… — John I. Jenkins Copy Share
We have perhaps all said things in unguarded moments that we would not want printed in newspapers. — John I. Jenkins Copy Share
I live near Amish communities in northern Indiana and I have the greatest respect for such faithful people. They attempt to live their faith… — John I. Jenkins Copy Share
I've never met anyone who has changed his mind or deepened his faith because he has been confronted with such angry condemnations. — John I. Jenkins Copy Share
As Pope Francis says in Amoris laetitia, pastors must "make room for the consciences of the faithful, who very often respond as best they… — John I. Jenkins Copy Share
I've seen many dig in their heels and becoming disenchanted with the church because of these kinds of denunciations from coreligionists. We have to… — John I. Jenkins Copy Share
Worst thing about Al Smith dinner : it was another reminder of how far we are from the amity between opposing sides that is… — John I. Jenkins Copy Share
[Pope Francis] has reminded us that the way we live our lives is the most important expression of our Catholic identity. — John I. Jenkins Copy Share
To the extent that we sow love where there is hate and light where there is darkness, each in his or her own walk… — John I. Jenkins Copy Share
No doubt the [presedential] campaigns have reflected some anxiety, anger, and resentment in the nation at large, and we must try to understand these… — John I. Jenkins Copy Share
