As I mentioned last month, next week I will be appearing on a panel at the American Bible Society in Manhattan to mark the first anniversary of Francis's papacy -- about which you may have heard a thing or two this week. Cardinal Sean O'Malley, one of the eight advisers on Pope Francis's new "Council of Cardinals," will be speaking, Ken Woodward will be moderating, and I'll be there to respond along with R. R. Reno of First Things and Matt Malone, SJ, of America.

The event is free and open to the public, but tomorrow is the last day to register by contacting Margaret Sarci (email [email protected]).

For all the details, see the invitation (PDF), or click here for the information on the website of the archdiocesan catechetical office. I hope to see you there.