Pied Beauty

One of Victorian poet Gerard Manley Hopkins’ best-known poems Pied Beauty rejoices in the multi-coloured peculiarities of nature, which perfectly reflect God’s creativity. Whether it’s the stippled markings of trout, or the contrast of hues in a sunset, this beautiful depiction of ‘couple-colours’ reveals much to celebrate in the world around us. Continue reading

Birth of a Dancing Star: My Journey from Cradle Catholic to Cyborg Christian

Franciscan Sister Ilia Delio, a prolific author and popular speaker, has written a captivating new book. An intimate memoir, it recounts her journey from a life of science to her trailblazing work as a theologian on the leading edge of dialogue between religion and science. Continue reading