How to talk with people that drive you mad (with a little help from grace)

Unless you are a saint (and maybe even if you are one), there is
probably someone in your life, whether a relative on Facebook or a
person you’ve never actually met on Twitter, who makes you
think...less than charitable thoughts. While self-righteous
take-downs of your political opponents can feel good in the moment,
they are unlikely to change anyone’s mind—and probably aren’t great
for your own emotional well-being either. Our guest this week,
Kirsten Powers, shows another way forward. A political commentator
for places like Fox News and CNN, Kirsten has been at the center of
our toxic national discourse for years, and in her new book, Saving
Grace, she provides hard-earned wisdom for dealing with people
across political and cultural divides. In Signs of the Times, the
debate over the bishops’ document on the Eucharist ends in a
whimper, our friend and colleague Michael O’Loughlin gets a letter
from Pope Francis and Zac and Ashley discuss an increasingly
popular practice in Italy: “de-baptism.” Thanks to everyone who is
supporting Jesuitical on Patreon. We have a new bonus episode
dropping for you soon! If you’re not yet a member of our Patreon
community, sign up here today. Links from the show: Debate over the
Eucharist and pro-choice politicians ends in a whimper at bishops’
meeting Pope Francis thanks America’s Michael J. O’Loughlin for
reporting on Catholic responses to H.I.V./AIDS In Catholic Italy,
‘de-baptism’ is gaining popularity Saving Grace: Speak your truth,
stay centered and learn to coexist with people who drive you nuts
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