Nations run in part on manners and goodwill; they are the lubricant that allows the great machine to hum. Robert Kenneth Jones suggests rediscovering the joy of benediction can help heal our broken nation.

Perhaps prayer is an action which isn't so trivial after all. It might be more sincere, meaningful, and powerful than the redundant tweets appear. Let's not dismiss it so hastily.

Two fruits of the spirit identified by St. Paul are patience and kindness. He believed them to be important touchstones marking an authentic relationship with God and each other.