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Be True in your Relationships

There are times when even people of tremendous good will do not see things the same way. Even as they seek to align their minds with reality, they struggle to arrive at the same conclusions. As people of faith we understand this well, and we know that the answer is not always compromise. It is important that each person is faithful to their own quest to know what is real in ever deeper ways and never be forced to lie about what they perceive. At the same time, we’ve learned that it is possible to be true—or be faithful—to relationships even in the midst of disagreement. Being true requires the capacity to hang in there with each other in tough times, to assume the other’s goodwill whenever possible, and to look for ways to love and build bridges with one another in the hope of finding common ground not immediately evident.

Consecrated in Truth

1 June 2025 By Dr. Ann Garrido

This Dominican reflection explores Jesus' "High Priestly Prayer" from John 17, focusing on his plea to "consecrate them in the truth." The author argues that "truth" has been corrupted in modern times, becoming a tool of power rather than genuine meaning. Drawing from Thomas Aquinas and Dominican tradition, they offer three definitions: truth as aligning one's mind with reality, truth as honest speech, and truth as faithful relationship. The piece calls for reclaiming truth's authentic meaning.

Bad Infinity, Good Infinity, and Truth

21 April 2025 By Dr. Richard Clements

People often express uncertainty in their language, reflecting a broader societal reluctance to assert truths. The rejection of objective truth can initially feel liberating but, according to Hans Urs von Balthasar, ultimately leads to disorientation and a sense of meaninglessness. True freedom lies in embracing truth, which provides structure and opens us to a deeper understanding of reality and the divine.

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