On August 14, Catholics commemorate the death of St. Maximilian Kolbe, a Polish Franciscan friar who sacrificed his life to save a fellow prisoner from execution by the Nazis.

Among the standout American athletes at this year's Olympics were plenty whose hard work and accomplishments are also a source of pride and unity among U.S. Catholics.

Within the digital realm, people are currently exploring friendships and romantic partnerships with A.I. chatbots. To mitigate the potential harm, it would be wise for humans to consider some legal, emotional and intellectual boundaries.

A Reflection for Saturday of the Nineteenth Week in Ordinary Time, by Molly Cahill

A Reflection for the Memorial of St. Maximilian Kolbe, Priest and Martyr, by James T. Keane