Commonweal - Food for Heart,Mind&Soul - Short Takes - Benedict's Act of Humility

Oct 13, 2026

Commonweal magazine content centered on Catholic spirituality, religion, literature, and the arts, featuring curated reading selections and author notes. The material includes book listings and thematic descriptions alongside a section titled “Short Takes” with brief pieces and article previews, such as “Assembly Required.” Additional pages provide editorial and column/section listings, subscription and contact information, and publication details for the issue.

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SHORT TAKES

7 Benedict's Act of Humility

9 Shock Therapy

ARTICLE

12 Assembly Required

SPECIAL THANKS

LETTERS

EDITORIAL

COLUMNIST

SCREEN

POETRY

THE LAST WORD

Subscription Information

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It includes short pieces and previews with section numbers, including “Benedict's Act of Humility,” “Shock Therapy,” and an “ARTICLE” entry titled “Assembly Required.”

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The issue emphasizes Catholic religion and spirituality while also featuring literature and the arts through book listings and sections such as screen and poetry.

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Oct 13, 2026

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