Mathew N. Schmalz

3 weeks ago | christianitytoday.com | Mathew N. Schmalz |Bonnie Kristian

A Catholic scholar explains every step of the conclave process that will determine the successor to the late Pope Francis. With the death of Pope Francis, attention now turns to the selection of his successor.

3 weeks ago | theconversation.com | Mathew N. Schmalz

Holding a conclave to elect a pope is a tradition that goes back centuries.

1 month ago | sightmagazine.com.au | Mathew N. Schmalz |David Adams

MATHEW SCHMALZ, in an article first published on The Conversation, says the Catholic Church’s position on the issue is a “nuanced one”…An individual’s “right to die” is becoming more accepted across the globe. Polls show that most Americans support allowing doctors to end a patient’s life upon their request. Assisted suicide is now permitted in 10 US states and in Washington. In 2025,five more states are set to consider “right to die” legislation.

Jul 25, 2024 | apg-wi.com | Mathew N. Schmalz

THE CONVERSATION — Since his nomination as the Republican candidate for vice president, focus has intensified on JD Vance's religious beliefs and how they connect to his politics. Vance is a convert to Catholicism and seems to have the same policy positions that many American Catholic conservatives hold: opposition to abortion, support for the traditional family, skepticism regarding liberal immigration policies and efforts to combat climate change, and advocacy of economic tariffs.

Jul 22, 2024 | rhodeislandcurrent.com | Mathew N. Schmalz

Since his nomination as the Republican candidate for vice president, focus has intensified on J.D. Vance’s religious beliefs and how they connect to his politics. Vance is a convert to Catholicism and seems to have the same policy positions that many American Catholic conservatives hold: opposition to abortion, support for the traditional family, skepticism regarding liberal immigration policies and efforts to combat climate change, and advocacy of economic tariffs.