Religious Life

The Löbs: the joy and tragedy of a Dutch Jewish Catholic family

In a remarkable and happy family of eight siblings, six entered the Trappists – and five met their earthly fate at Auschwitz
Andrew Cusack

The wisdom of the hive

Gabriel Wilson OSB’s account of beekeeping combines practical knowledge, monastic insight and a profound attentiveness to the natural world
Melanie McDonagh

Questions remain after suppression of the Marian Franciscans

The former Marian Franciscans have rejected claims concerning safeguarding, recruitment and ascetical practices following the suppression of their community
Thomas Colsy

How the monasteries made Britain

Joseph Kelly's 'Long Reign of Silence' argues that monasteries shaped Britain's learning, government and culture – and that their destruction transformed the nation
Jan C. Bentz

In pictures: Archbishop of Westminster celebrates Vespers at the London Oratory

Archbishop Richard Moth made his first official visit to the London Oratory since becoming Archbishop of Westminster, celebrating First Vespers of St Philip Neri before solemn benediction and triduo devotions
The Catholic Herald

Portsmouth diocese confirms dissolution of Marian Franciscans

The Marian Franciscans combined Franciscan spirituality with Marian devotion and developed apostolates in media, publishing, youth work and pro-life ministry
Thomas Colsy

The charismatic movement: the good, the bad and the ugly

A personal and historical reflection on the charismatic movement’s promise, its excesses and its enduring spiritual appeal
Fr Dwight Longenecker

The monks of Norcia: Benedict’s sons return

From suppression under Napoleon to destruction by earthquake, the Benedictines of Norcia have rebuilt their monastic life through prayer, work and perseverance
Fr Dwight Longenecker