Polarization
Sometimes it seems like all the people of the world are engaged in a sustained conflict, whether about politics, immigration, school board decisions, or even how to worship. Rev. Thomas Santa, president and publisher of Liguori Publications, shares his observation and insight about polarization—that state when the opinions, beliefs, or interests of a group or society no longer range along a continuum but become concentrated at opposing extremes.
Flashpoint: This newsletter is also part of Catholic Update’s Flashpoint series, which strives to provide thoughtful reflections and wisdom for today’s hot topics.
| Series | Catholic Update Newsletter |
|---|---|
| Publish Date | 09/01/2024 |
| Pages or Item Count | 4 |
| Size | 8.5 x 11 |
| Weight | 0.02 |
| Discount Category | Newsletter |
| Product Code | C2409A |
Thomas M. Santa, CSsR, the priest director of the Scrupulous Anonymous newsletter, has ministered to people with scrupulosity for more than twenty years. He is an associate faculty member and former director of the Redemptorist Renewal Center in Tucson, Arizona. He has also served as pastor of St. Michael Parish in Old Town, Chicago, and as President/Publisher of Liguori Publications.
Fr. Santa is the author of many books, pamphlets, and newsletters, including all three editions of Understanding Scrupulosity (Liguori, 3rd edition 2017) and The Essential Bible Handbook (Liguori, 2002). He offers retreats for people with scrupulosity and workshops on scrupulosity for pastoral ministers and professional therapists.