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Bishop Barron to Catholic University Graduates: Secularism Is a ‘Poison to the Soul’ — So Conform Your Life to Love
Bishop Robert Barron challenged the new graduates: ‘Contrive a way to make your life a gift. Do not endeavor to fill up your ego; rather, endeavor to make it a conduit of grace …’
Weigel’s Wisdom: What Makes a Good Catholic Commencement Speech?
Catholic thought leader advises, ‘A dollop of humor, a serious challenge to the graduates to live as missionary disciples, whatever their vocation, and no more than 20 minutes in length.’
How Dare You Inspire Us: The Perils of Commencement Day Speeches
COMMENTARY: Commencement speeches were once about wisdom and encouragement. Now they’re survival tests in the culture wars.
Saint Mary’s College’s Defense of Graduation Speaker Draws Irish Pro-Life Ire
Former Irish president Mary McAleese, who voted for the successful 2018 repeal of a right-to-life provision in Ireland’s constitution, will receive an honorary degree at the all-women college’s commencement on May 17.
The President Isn’t Speaking at Notre Dame — And Some Domers Think That’s a Good Thing
The argument goes that Catholic colleges should decouple dialogue with civic leaders from graduation ceremonies and honorary degrees.
‘A Scandalous Message’: St. Mary’s College Faces New Backlash Over Controversial Commencement Speaker
Mary McAleese, the former president of Ireland, advocates for the expansion of abortion access and the attempted ordination of women.
Harrison Butker Doubles Down on Commencement Speech at Catholic Gala
’It it is not people, but Jesus Christ, who I am trying to please,’ Butker, a three-time Super Bowl champion and the 2019 NFL scoring leader, said May 24.
Chiefs’ Harrison Butker Chides Catholic Leaders in Benedictine College Commencement Address
Catholic bishops should be more like St. Damien of Molokai, the three-time Super Bowl winner and outspoken Catholic said. ‘I believe that this audience and this venue is the best place to speak openly and honestly about who we are and where we all want to go, which is heaven.’
Class of ’24: Commencement Speakers Range From ‘The Chosen’ Actor to Cardinals
Catholic actor Jonathan Roumie, Cardinal Stephen Chow of Hong Kong, Harrison Butker of the Kansas City Chiefs, and Father Mike Schmitz will address the Class of 2024.
