I grew up in a small, conservative town in rural Pennsylvania. I went to a small, liberal college. I’ve worked at fashion magazines and also for government programs that kill invasive wild boars.

I was disappointed my Oct. 6 letter on the incompatibility of Jesus and modern conservative thought failed to elicit quotes from Jesus himself in writers” responses. Jesus was a “bleeding heart” ...

The choice to follow God in life is not just a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity but a decision that is made every day, Pope Francis said. Christians truly encounter Jesus through concrete events in life ...