“There is a kind of peace that only existsbecause it refuses to tell the truth.That peace is a lie.And lies don’t grow anything worth saving.” Chaplain Matt Moberg, Minnesota Timberwolves I don’t know ...

Some time ago, I noticed the following proverb on the marquee of a business: “There’s no softer pillow than a clear conscience.” That phrase made me think back to an experience I had as a child. I ...

As children, we are taught, by parents and supportive adults which behaviors are expected to navigate our society successfully. One aspect of this learning includes adopting societal norms and a moral ...

Dear Dr. E: Is there a difference between righteous indignation and conscience? Does everyone have a sense of indignation, and does everyone have a conscience? If everyone possesses these things, why ...

How can I help my child make good choices? There are countless ways, so keep reading my column and I’ll try to help. But the advice I’ll offer today is this: appeal to your child’s conscience. “Make ...

St. John Henry Newman, a British-born scholar who dedicated much of his life to the combination of faith and intellect at universities, is pictured in an undated portrait. Credit: OSV News file ...