IJR News — today's news from every sideChris Dalton That dinner with John Paul II shows how the attacks looked to someone outside our politics and we should have paid more attention. Derek Foss Young people need more examples like his of direct service instead of abstract ideas alone. Catholic Leaders Plan 9/11 Anniversary Events — Sep 10, 2026As the 25th anniversary of 9/11 approaches, Catholic leaders and clergy recall the victims, first responders, and survivors, emphasizing remembrance, healing, and a renewed call for peace and dialogue. From Pope John Paul II’s message of unity through Christ to commemorative Masses and bishops’ reflections, the church frames the tragedy as a test of charity, dignity, and shared humanity.
