Julie Hanlon Rubio is professor of Christian social ethics at the Jesuit School of Theology of Santa Clara University in California. Her book, Catholic and Feminist: Is It Still Possible?, is due for publication in 2021. She is a former member of NCR's Board of Directors.
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Commentary
Pandemic Mass-going: 'Park church' replaces in-person and Zoom Masses, for now
Commentary: In late summer, as restrictions on outdoor gatherings in Berkeley relaxed a bit, a small group began to meet, masked and distanced, in a nearby park to read and reflect on Scripture, and pray.
Book Review
Author makes case that sex in heaven could shape its place on Earth
Book review: Is there sex in heaven? Most theologians in the history of Christianity have said no. Theological ethicist Patricia Beattie Jung claims that sex could be a part of an afterlife full of love of God and others.
Arguing with Dorothy Day challenges my quest for a Christian life
Take and Read: When I first read Dorothy Day in 1987, seven years after the famous writer, activist and co-founder of the Catholic Worker movement had died, I was immediately pulled in.
Commentary
Pope offers compelling vision of love
Commentary: Amoris Laetitia is not as inclusive as it ought to be, but read expansively, it is a demanding and compelling vision of love.
